Pāpāmoa College

Pāpāmoa College Pāpāmoa College is a state co-educational Year 7–13 secondary school located in the beach side s

Congratulations to Year 11 student Jessica Kent-McDonald who has been selected as a finalist in the Peace Project songw...
19/06/2026

Congratulations to Year 11 student Jessica Kent-McDonald who has been selected as a finalist in the Peace Project songwriting competition for her song, "How Things Go".

This is a massive achievement, and Jess will record this song to go on the national album, with a day in a professional recording studio to record her song, as well as receiving a music voucher.

We will share the song once she has recorded it in the studio.

♟️Checkmate! Pāpāmoa College Shines at Regional Chess Championship ♟️On Monday 16 June, Pāpāmoa College sent a talented ...
17/06/2026

♟️Checkmate! Pāpāmoa College Shines at Regional Chess Championship ♟️

On Monday 16 June, Pāpāmoa College sent a talented squad of 17 players to compete in the Tauranga Regional Chess Championship. Competing across both the Intermediate and Senior divisions, our students displayed incredible strategy, focus, and sportsmanship throughout a day of intense competition.

We walked away with some victories to celebrate!

🏆 Individual Highlights:
Keith Wongwitwichote played an outstanding tournament, taking out the title and a gold medal for Overall Champion in the Intermediate grade!

Jaylah Lehal-ruri dominated her matches to bring home the Gold Medal for Best Female player!

A huge congratulations to Keith, Jaylah, and the entire team for representing our school so brilliantly.

What’s Next?
The team is already back at the boards practicing, looking forward to our next major tournament coming up in August.

Join the Chess Club! ♟️
Inspired by our team's success? Want to learn the game or sharpen your skills? Chess Club is open to all year levels and skill sets.

When: Every Thursday lunchtime
Where: Kotuku

Come along, bring a friend, and see if you have what it takes to be the next grandmaster!

🌿 We Did It! 🌿A huge thank you to our incredible Pāpāmoa College community for getting behind our Wetland Project and vo...
17/06/2026

🌿 We Did It! 🌿

A huge thank you to our incredible Pāpāmoa College community for getting behind our Wetland Project and voting for us. We are thrilled to announce that our project has been selected as one of this year's funded initiatives through the School Sustainability and Resilience Fund!

This is a fantastic achievement and would not have been possible without the support of our students, whānau, staff, and wider community. Your votes have helped us take another important step towards enhancing our wetland area, creating valuable learning opportunities for students, and supporting environmental sustainability for years to come.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote and support our vision. We can't wait to share updates as the project progresses and celebrate the positive impact it will have on our school and environment.

Together, we're making a difference! 💚🌱

16/06/2026

🔒 Lockdown Drill in Progress 🔒
Please note that we are currently conducting a lockdown drill as part of our emergency management plan.
This is just a drill—there is no actual threat, so please do not be alarmed.
Practising these procedures helps us keep our students and staff safe in the unlikely event of a real emergency.
Thank you for your understanding and support.

🏆 SPORTS CAMP CHAMPIONS! 🏆Last week, a powerhouse team of 33 Learning Through Sports (LTS) students headed to Matamata f...
15/06/2026

🏆 SPORTS CAMP CHAMPIONS! 🏆

Last week, a powerhouse team of 33 Learning Through Sports (LTS) students headed to Matamata for an unforgettable week at Sports Camp.

Our students threw themselves into an incredible range of sports and challenges, competing in Netball, Touch Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball, Pickleball, European Handball, Longball, Caged Soccer, and even the hilarious Human Foosball!

With four full days of competition, late-night sports sessions, and high-pressure semifinals and finals, the week tested every athlete’s determination, resilience, and teamwork. Our students rose to the challenge, showing outstanding sportsmanship, courage, and support for one another throughout every match.

Their hard work, commitment, and team spirit paid off in spectacular fashion, as they made history by becoming the overall Sports Camp Champions for the first time ever! 🥇🎉

We are incredibly proud of every student who represented Pāpāmoa College with pride, passion, and perseverance.

A huge thank you to the staff, parents, and supporters who helped make this amazing experience possible.

Congratulations, team – what an achievement! 💙💛

🎉 Outstanding Achievement for Layla Clarke! 🎉Congratulations to Layla Clarke, who achieved an outstanding result at the ...
15/06/2026

🎉 Outstanding Achievement for Layla Clarke! 🎉

Congratulations to Layla Clarke, who achieved an outstanding result at the Waikato/Bay of Plenty Lions Young Speechmaker Competition held in Hamilton on Sunday.

Competing against some of the region’s most talented young speakers, Layla delivered a prepared speech on leadership before taking part in the impromptu speaking section. The standard of competition was exceptionally high, with students from across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty showcasing remarkable public speaking skills.

Despite being the youngest contestant in the competition, Layla impressed the judges and was awarded an outstanding second place. As a result, she will now go on to represent the Bay of Plenty at the National Lions Young Speechmaker Competition in Waipawa this August.

We are incredibly proud of Layla’s achievement and wish her all the very best as she prepares for the national competition. Well done, Layla! 👏🎤

🌿✨ Our Senior Ball 2026 was a truly magical evening, with students embracing the Garden Party theme in style. From the e...
12/06/2026

🌿✨ Our Senior Ball 2026 was a truly magical evening, with students embracing the Garden Party theme in style. From the elegant décor and beautifully decorated venue to the stunning outfits and unforgettable moments shared with friends, the night was one to remember.
The atmosphere was filled with laughter, dancing, and celebration as our seniors came together to create memories that will last a lifetime. It was wonderful to see everyone enjoying such a special occasion and marking this important milestone in their school journey.
A special thank you to Let's Take A Selfie and Carters Photography for capturing the evening so beautifully. Your photographs have preserved the magic of the night and the many wonderful memories made along the way. 📸💐
Look for more photos in the next edition of the Connect Newsletter.

🎬✨ Yesterday our Year 12 and 13 Media Studies students had a fantastic time taking part in a Digital Media Immersion exp...
10/06/2026

🎬✨ Yesterday our Year 12 and 13 Media Studies students had a fantastic time taking part in a Digital Media Immersion experience at 3 mirage in Rotorua.

Students gained valuable insight into the world of digital media, exploring industry tools, techniques, and creative processes. The experience provided plenty of inspiration and ideas as they continue developing their own media projects and pathways.

A huge thank you to the team at 3 Mirage for hosting our students and sharing their expertise. It was an engaging and inspiring day for everyone involved! 🎥💡

We need your help!We are urgently seeking homestay families for international students arriving in July.These students a...
08/06/2026

We need your help!

We are urgently seeking homestay families for international students arriving in July.

These students are travelling to New Zealand very soon and are excited to experience life in a welcoming Kiwi home. We still have a few students to place, and we are reaching out to our community for support.

Hosting is a meaningful way to share your home and culture, build lasting international friendships, and receive homestay income ($350 per week). You do not need to have children at the school, just a spare room and a welcoming home environment.

We have students needing a wonderful home for only 2 weeks through to a term or two....

If you are able to help, know someone that might, or you would like more information, simply email us today on [email protected]

Help us make New Zealand feel like home.

⏰ 40 Hours? Challenge Accepted! 🌍💙The 40 Hour Challenge is back, and we’d love to see our Pāpāmoa College students get i...
06/06/2026

⏰ 40 Hours? Challenge Accepted! 🌍💙

The 40 Hour Challenge is back, and we’d love to see our Pāpāmoa College students get involved!

Challenge yourself to give up something for 40 hours, take on a creative challenge, and raise funds to support people in need around the world. Whether it’s technology, sugar, talking, furniture, or your own unique idea, every challenge makes a difference.

There are prizes up for grabs for our top fundraisers, and we’ll also be running a bake sale in Week 9 to help support our fundraising efforts.

Sign up, get involved, and help us make a real impact!

Support our Pāpāmoa College team here:
https://fundraise.worldvision.org.nz/fundraisers/PapamoaCollege/

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151 Doncaster Drive, Tauranga
Papamoa
3118

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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