Manaakitanga and Kaitiakitanga are not simply concepts that we should consider...
As a school, we often celebrate achievements, whether they be sporting, cultural, or academic. But beyond the results we chase, it’s important to reflect on the kind of men we are becoming along the way.
Manaakitanga and Kaitiakitanga are not simply concepts that we should consider ‘sometimes’ but ideologies that should be woven into our character. Displaying Manaakitanga doesn't mean performing one big gesture seen by all; it’s created by consistent acts, however big or small, that you would do whether someone was watching or not. It isn’t about being “nice”, it’s about lifting the mana of others.
Kaitiakitanga speaks to the idea that the land is not separate from us, but part of who we are. It is deeply rooted in identity, culture, and whakapapa, and it asks us to act as guardians, not owners of, in this context, our school. It is of the utmost importance that we take guardianship of the younger students and grounds not just for us, but to honour past students and offer the same opportunities to future generations.
Both Manaakitanga and Kaitiakitanga ask the same question: “What do we do with the responsibility we’ve been given?”
As is customary, I will finish with a quote, this time from Maya Angelou, who was a renowned writer and civil rights activist whose work focused on compassion, identity, and the power of how we treat others. ‘People may not remember exactly what you did, but they will always remember how you made them feel.’
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