All Year 8 students across the school have been completing the Bikes in Schools Level 2 programme that has been funded by the Auckland Council and supported by Bigfoot Adventures. This programme teaches students biking skills, bike safety, and how to ride on local roads with the intention of getting more students biking to/from school. Feedback from students has been extremely positive, with all having lots of fun and gaining valuable confidence on the bikes. We look forward to the last few sessions here at MHJC!

This month on SchoolTV – Understanding Adolescence

Adolescence is the transitional stage of development that is usually associated with the teenage years. In 2018, the Australian Curriculum Assessment Authority, redefined adolescence as affecting young people aged between 10-24 years. During this time, they experience rapid physical, cognitive and psychosocial growth which affects how teenagers feel, think, make decisions and interact with the world around them.

During adolescence, a child’s brain can be considered as being “under-construction”. The rate at which this progresses will vary depending on the individual and also their gender. As a result, some parents may view adolescence as stressful or difficult. However, it does not need to be. Setting boundaries, implementing consistent monitoring and maintaining a strong and loving connection will help families adjust during this time.

It is also an important time to keep the communication lines open through clear and age appropriate conversations. Speak openly about changes that they are experiencing and be conscious of their mental health as many of the conditions people confront in adulthood, can begin to manifest in adolescence.

In this edition of SchoolTV, adult carers can learn how to guide and best support their young person as they transition through adolescence. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this month’s edition, and we always welcome your feedback.

If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help.

Here is the link to this month’s edition https://mhjc.nz.schooltv.me/newsletter/understanding-adolescence

A reminder to families and students that registration for Academic Competitions close this Sunday at 8pm. Registration emails were sent home last week containing a google form for sign-ups.

A reminder of our Māori and Pasifika Meet and Greet tomorrow night from 6-7pm. Please remember to RSVP if you intend to attend.

On Friday, students and staff wore red in celebration of the Asian New Year. We wish our community a very Happy New Year!

Introducing MHJC’s New 2022 Staff
From left to right, top to bottom: 

Pauli Roodt – Coast Whānau, Technology
Maryke Cordier – Learning Assistant
Ria Jacobs – Forest Whānau, SENCO and Maths
Johan Fourie – Water Whānau, Hākinakina/Head of Sport and PEH
Eilidh McGregor  – Mountains Whānau, Performing Arts
Anna Vuksanlekaj – Coast Whānau, Science
Amanda Carter – Coast Whānau, English and Global Studies
Suellen Scales – Learning Assistant (absent from photo)
Rustom Dubash – Technology Assistant (absent from photo)

Welcome Year 7 students!
This morning, Year 7 students were welcomed by staff and Year 10 leaders at a “Welcome to MHJC” assembly outside on Kapua. We are very excited for the 2022 school year and for all students to be on-site from tomorrow.