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!

On Friday, MHJC participated in Pink Shirt Day with other schools around the motu.
This day was about celebrating kindness, diversity and inclusion. It was wonderful seeing so many staff and students taking part in this important day.
We are already looking forward to Pink Shirt Day 2027, to continue to paint our school in a ‘sea of pink’ to celebrate kindness!

Noa’ia ‘e mauri gagaj ‘atakoa

Happy Rotuma Language Week

The 2026 theme for Rotuma Language Week is “Ȧf’ȧk, putua, a’pumuạ’ȧk ma rak’ȧk ‘os fäega ma ‘os ag fak Rotuma, la se maoen ‘e ‘os tore” – Treasure, nurture and teach our Rotuman language and culture so it may live on through generations.

Our Māori and Pasifika council have created language videos and quizzes which will be sent throughout the week for our school to learn and enjoy.

Faiåkse’ea

This Friday 15th May is Pink Shirt Day across New Zealand. Students can wear Pink for the day to support being an upstander.
Also on Friday is our annual Colour Run! Students who wish to participate in this must bring a white or an old shirt to change into. Please see details below.

We can’t wait to see a ‘Sea of Pink’ on Friday!

On Friday, all Year 7 students at MHJC walked down to the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple. Here, students took part in the 3G4G Festival of Cultural Sharing. This educational programme helps students learn positive values outside of the classroom and enables them to experience this stunning local community facility.

We’re super excited that our students have the opportunity to compete at the AIMS Games, a prestigious national sporting event held annually in Tauranga! 

To help get our team there, we’re running a Pie and Savouries fundraiser – and we’d love your support! Every one sold brings us one step closer to making this dream a reality for our tamariki.

 Simply order your Pies and Savouries  through this link : https://missionheightspies.raiseit.co.nz/gaa7mnqmxf

Thank you so much for your awhi – every little bit helps! 

Last Wednesday, MHJC celebrated our annual Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa Festival. This special event celebrates the cultures of our Māori and Pasifika students. It is a highly anticipated event on our school calendar and is always enjoyed by ākonga and whānau. More photos can be found on our social media sites.

Just a friendly reminder that our Te Moana Nui a Kiwa Festival is happening on:

 Wednesday 29th April
 12:00pm – 1:50pm
 School Gym

 Doors open from 11:30am for seating in the gym.

 Students are encouraged to wear their traditional Māori or Pasifika costumes/outfits on this day to proudly celebrate their heritage and culture.

After the performances, we warmly invite you to join us for shared kai in the theatre:
 1:00pm – 1:50pm (please bring a plate to share)

We are looking forward to celebrating our amazing Māori and Pasifika cultures together as a school community 

 Full details have been sent via email.

Student Led Conference bookings are now available for Thursday 7th May. Details to arrange a booking with your child’s Learning Advisor have been emailed home this week.