Taku Wairua Kura Program
Meet The Team
Ko Tongariro te maunga
Ko Taupo-nui-a-tia te awa
Ko Te Arawa Te waka
Ko Ngāti Tūwharetoa te iwi
Ko Ngati Hinemihi te hapu
Ko Kauriki te marae
I lead our vibrant Taku Wairua Kura Team as we aim to inspire as many young people across the Waikato. I’m dedicated to the mahi but also love a good laugh. Outside of work I enjoy whanau time & sports when not nursing an injury.
Fabian - Kura Programme Manager
Kia ora, my name is Wiri. I am 25 years old and very proud to be Māori. I grew up in P Naughty, also known as Palmerston North, before completing my schooling here in Kirikiriroa. I love sports, music, and anything involving competition. My red flag is that I'm way too competitive, but my green flag is that I love to see others win, and it's even better if I can help them achieve their goals.
Wiri - Kura Lead Facilitator
Hey I’m Ryleigh. I have always wanted to work with children and jumped at the chance when offered the opportunity as an Assist Facilitator at Taku Wairua. I attended Hamilton Girls High School and learnt many values that relate a lot with the Taku Wairua programme. In my spare time I enjoy listening to music and hanging with friends.
Ryleigh - Kura Assist
The Four Pillars
Belonging
Students will develop a stronger sense of belonging and Identity through learning about their Whakapapa (ancestry) and Pepeha (Places of significance).
Self Discovery
Students will increase their self awareness through identifying one's strengths, values, abilities and words that currently describe who they are.
Goal Setting
Students will learn the benefits of setting goals and learn how to set goals.
Citizenship
Students will learn and experience the power of kindness, giving and volunteering.