On Wednesday 24th of June, our Community Constable (Matt Green) addressed both MHJC and MHP (Mission Heights Primary) students about the use of e-scooters. There have been numerous concerns about students riding e-scooters around the school and greater community in the past few weeks. Constable Green presented a slideshow around the correct use and dangers around riding e-scooters.
Some of the shared safety information is below.
Give Your Child the Confidence to Speak Up, Join In and Thrive
Thrive Speech and Drama classes are returning to MHJC for Term 3.
Many students know the answers in class but don’t always have the confidence to put their hand up, speak clearly in front of others, join group conversations or express their ideas with confidence.
Thrive helps young people develop these real world communication skills in a fun, supportive, and encouraging environment.
Our classes are especially wonderful for:
✨ shy or quiet students needing confidence
✨ students who love performing and creativity
✨ students wanting stronger public speaking skills
✨ students who benefit from small group learning environments
Why parents love Thrive:
• Small class sizes with lots of individual attention
• Lessons held conveniently during the school day
• Encouraging environment where every child participates
• Focus on lifelong confidence and communication skills
Programme Details:
📍 Tuesdays at school
👥 Small groups of 4 to 6 students
⏱️ 30 minute weekly lessons
💰 $220 per guaranteed 8 week term
🎉 Free trial lesson available for new students!
Spaces are limited and some groups are already full!
Enrol here: https://wkf.ms/3AZWDEx
Our annual MHJC Talent Quest is coming up in Week 11. Tickets go on sale this week. See details below.
Talent Quest Tickets
Date: Tuesday 30th June – 6pm
Location: MHJC Theatre
Cost: $5 (cash only)
Purchase outside Forest Whānau every morning tea.
A message for our Year 10 whānau living in Ormiston Senior College’s zone.
Please see the information below about enrolments for Ormiston Senior College for 2027. Important dates to note:
Week 1 Term 3 – enrolment packs delivered
20th July – online enrolments open
21st August – online enrolments due
27th August – Open School Event – those who have completed their enrolment application will be invited
Subject selection interviews will happen during Weeks 8/9 of Term 3. Only students who have completed their online enrolment application will have a subject selection interview.
Earlier this year, Rob Cope came and spoke with our community about ways to keep our children safe in this very digital world. He presented lots of tips. One he has shared is below . . .
PlayStation vs Cards?
Playing cards with your child isn’t just a game—it’s a powerful moment of connection.
While a PlayStation offers distraction, a deck of cards invites eye contact, laughter, and presence. It taps into a child’s deepest psychological need: to feel seen and valued.
Every shuffle, every shared win or loss, builds emotional intelligence, resilience, and trust. These are the moments that shape secure attachments and lasting memories—far more rewarding than any digital high score.
When you sit across the table, you’re not just playing a game—you’re saying, you matter to me.
Click below to watch.
As part of our Matariki celebrations, we are offering delicious hāngī meals!
Each hāngī includes halal chicken, vegetables, and stuffing, all wrapped in foil packaging.
Cost is $12 or $16 including a drink and pudding.
Hāngī will be ready to pick up outside of Maunga whānau at 12.30pm on Tuesday 30th June.
To order, please complete the google form below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflXbEliUNP7vKx3ZaF_BVqOs90pEYjEDL-BIe_bisvmAIgGw/viewform
Today, MHJC staff and students wore pajamas and casual clothing to help support ‘Jammies for June’. This non-uniform day helps to raise funds (and PJs) for the Middlemore Foundation. Pajamas that were donated by students today will be taken to Middlemore Hospital and given to children in need of warm winter sleepwear.
Thank you to everyone who took part!
To help make Enviro Week come alive today, Year 7 students in Wai Whānau participated in a ‘Trees for Survival’ planting day. The group travelled out to Whitford to help plant native New Zealand species on a large block of land. Despite a bit of rain, students, staff, and volunteers planted hundreds of young trees. It was a great way to learn more about native species, conservation work, and the importance of the ‘Trees for Survival’ programme. Well done to all students who took part.
On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, we extend our warm wishes to all students, staff, and whānau who are celebrating.
Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most important celebrations in Islam. It remembers the story of Prophet Ibrahim, who showed great faith, trust, and willingness to make a sacrifice. Today, Muslims around the world mark this occasion through prayer, spending time with family, sharing food, and helping those in need.
Eid al-Adha reminds us of values that are important in every community — kindness, gratitude, generosity, compassion, and caring for others. These are values we can all practise in our everyday actions, whether at school, at home, or in the wider community.
May this Eid bring peace, joy, and blessings to everyone celebrating.
Eid Mubarak!
