Education
Celebration fun at St Joseph's
Saturday 15 August 2015 | Published in Education
While the Cook Islands were into the full swing of celebrating of the 50th anniversary of self-governance, students from St Joseph’s Primary school were enjoying their school holiday with their families and friends.
China shows commitment to Apii Nikao
Wednesday 5 August 2015 | Published in Education
The Chinese government will be pledging their commitment to the rebuild of Apii Nikao School today with an official ‘commitment ceremony’.
NZ's $11.7m gift for college
Wednesday 5 August 2015 | Published in Education
The New Zealand government is to gift $11.7million to Tereora College, the country’s national secondary school.
Innovators of tomorrow take centre stage
Wednesday 15 July 2015 | Published in Education
On Wednesday last week Year 10 students nervously but courageously took centre stage at the New Hope Church to take part in the BCI Year 10 Business challenge hosted by the Bank of the Cook Islands and Ministry of Education.
Art project encourages pupils' navigation skills
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Published in Education
Nukutere College art students were transformed into navigators this week as part of a creative project aimed at understanding more about the geography of the Cook Islands.
Rutaki pupils cycle to win
Monday 6 July 2015 | Published in Education
The Bike 2 School Week competition, which ran from June 22 to 26, invited students to bike to school instead of using motorised transportation such as a car or scooter.
Teacher scores notable first
Tuesday 30 June 2015 | Published in Education
No ocean was wide enough to keep local teacher Samantha Puati from becoming a fully registered teacher in New Zealand.
Te Uki Ou clean up at culture comp
Thursday 25 June 2015 | Published in Education
Rarotonga primary students walked away from this week’s cultural competition with a richer understanding of their Cook Islands culture.
Mentor impressed with skill level
Monday 22 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
A VISITING trade lecturer is impressed with the skill level of aspiring tradesmen in the Cook Islands.
Teachers explore the art of reading
Monday 22 June 2015 | Published in Education
Teachers on Rarotonga were given some tips on how to help struggling young readers at a workshop last Thursday.
Fun and games at Takitumu
Monday 22 June 2015 | Published in Education
Playtime at Takitumu pre-school is a noisy and joyous time for both the kids and staff.
Students get their hands dirty for greater good
Saturday 13 June 2015 | Published in Education
Secondary school students are learning to grow their own vegetables in an effort to reduce obesity levels in the Cook Islands.
'Jubilee Jumpstart' for school students
Friday 12 June 2015 | Published in Education
As part of this year’s 50th anniversary celebrations, Government has put aside $230,000 and BCI will provide a further $20,000 to create the ‘Jubilee Jumpstart savings bond’.
Boost for education
Friday 12 June 2015 | Published in Education
Education will benefit by $182,000 in this year’s Budget, to be tabled in Parliament on Monday.
NCEA results on the rise
Thursday 11 June 2015 | Published in Education
NCEA achievement amongst Cook Islands students studying for secondary school qualifications has risen significantly according to a new Ministry of Education report.
Improving numbers through education
Tuesday 9 June 2015 | Published in Education
The Cook Islands may not boast 100 percent literacy and numeracy, but the nation is still leading the way in the Pacific region.
Rugby stars fundraise island-style
Tuesday 9 June 2015 | Published in Education
Cook Islands scholarship students at Rangiora High School outside of Christchurch are doing their part to promote their home island as a holiday spot for locals.
Education system wins high praise
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
THE COOK Islands education system has received praise from one of the oldest universities in New Zealand.
Fundraiser gives pupils a real buzz
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Published in Education
Apii Nikao School is buzzing with excitement following the announcement that their spelling bee fundraiser raised over $17,000.
Students dive into science
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Education
Rakahanga School students were excited to be out in the water learning how to monitor their local reef system.
