Morrinsville Kāhui
MORRINSVILLE KĀHUI AKO Community of Learning INTRODUCTION Pūkeko Koru A wading bird which historically inhabited the The koru is a Māori symbol used to convey swampland around Piako, Pūkeko are now are the idea of perpetual movement, in which familiar sight in agricultural farmland around life both changes and stays the same. the area. Its circular and unfurling shape is associated Their distinctive features and colourings make with nurturing, and represents the purity and an easily identifiable icon that is well recognised strength of the bond between people. by all local cultures and age groups. A koru is symbolic of tranquility, personal Pūkeko are known for their boldness and growth, guardianship, awakening and determination. They live in communal groups positive change. Our Purpose Whakataukī and all collectively assist in the raising of their young. Ki te whai Ao Ki te Ao Mārama Te pae tawhiti, whāia kia tata The pursuit of the world of light Te pae tata, whāia kia ū. and of enlightenment. That which is on the distant horizon, Colour pursue it to bring it close; The purpose of the Morrinsville Kāhui Ako The colour blue is of the Community of Learning is embodied in our That which is near at hand, Pūkeko and also of the sky. It is often associated with statement of purpose which is to create a pursue it too, to its completion. community-wide empowering culture of learning depth and stability and dedicated to achieving success for every learner. The Whakataukī above was gifted to us by Kaumātua symbolises trust, loyalty, and Associate Professor Tom Roa who has close wisdom, confidence, whānau links with Ngāti Hauā and Ngāti Wairere.
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