YEAR SIX TROPHIES

Criteria of values, traits, and performance for our Year Six End of Year Awards.

 

SPORTSPERSONSHIP CUP

The Sportspersonship cup is the Wilcox Cup. This cup recognises attitude and effort to all sporting activities. It is awarded to the person who shows tolerance and gives encouragement and assistance to other pupils as a team member or leader.

SPORTS PERSONS

Thompson Trophy for the Boys and the Brown Family Trophy for the Girls Sports Person
These trophies are presented to students that demonstrate all round ability in a range of school sports. In team sports such as netball, football, rugby, hockey, cricket and individual sports like swimming, athletics and gymnastics. They also recognise effort, attitude and application.

ENDEAVOUR AND RESILIENCE IN SPORT

The Olesen Family Trophy for Endeavour and Resilience in sport is awarded to a student who displays that ‘never give up’ attitude towards sport irrespective of the result at the end of the day. 'Te whaka pau kaha me te mana wa nui'.

CITIZENSHIP

The Dalton Trophy for Citizenship is presented to the student who has made an all-round contribution to school life. This trophy recognises their general effort and attitude to the physical, cultural and social aspects of school life.

ACHIEVEMENT OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

 

Whaka tutu ke tanga i waho o te kura is the FARMILO FAMILY CUP
The student who has had significant achievement in an activity or event outside of their normal school life. We believe it is important to
acknowledge excellence from our students in outdoor pursuits that we can not necessarily offer at school.

The CRABB FAMILY CUP, is awarded to the student who has shown confidence, self-awareness and commitment to Education Outside the Classroom such as School Camps and other outdoor activities. This student has grasped these opportunities and shone in this environment.

The CARTER FAMILY TROPHY is awarded to the student who has diligently and skillfully undertaken Leadership roles.

TE TOA MAORI

The Te Toa Maori awards are for excellence in Te Reo and Tikanga . There are two awards, one for the Tama - boys and one for the Hine - girls, These trophies are known as the: We-R-Ree te Ka-po-tai Murray trophies.

THE LYNCH FAMILY LITERACY CUP

This is awarded for commitment towards understanding the processes and art of Reading. It is presented to someone who has a longstanding interest in learning and acquiring knowledge through text. It represents students who are willing to share their passion and enjoyment for books with others in varying ways within the school, such as a School Librarian.

THE REEVE FAMILY TROPHY

This is awarded for excellence in a number of areas of Language. In Writing, including writing skills, presentation of work and punctuation, in Reading- research and comprehension and in Oral Language, which includes both speaking and listening.

THE MINETT PLATE

This is awarded for excellence in Public Speaking. This student displays confidence when speaking to audiences and is able to articulate their message clearly

THE DUNSEATH TROPY FOR TECHNOLGY

This is presented to the pupil who displays the ability to design and modify systems through problem solving as well as using computer technology to reinforce learning.

THE J BARTON & L RAYNEL CUP FOR DIGITAL INNOVATION

This is presented to the pupil who uses digital tools to enhance their learning such as coding, Green Screen, animation and 3D printing.

THE COPE FAMILY TROPHY FOR SCIENCE

This trophy is for excellence in Science. It includes interest, effort and application and a high level of background knowledge.

THE PRIEST/PARKER CUP FOR MATHMATICS

This is presented for excellence in Mathmatics. This student shows perseverance, effort and application with an ability to learn new concepts and processes.

THE TAPPER FAMILY CUP FOR SOCIAL SCIENCE

This is awarded to the pupil who demonstrates a good understanding about how societies work and how we can be informed, responsible citizens. They show understanding about the past, present, and future.

THE LEE FAMILY TROPHY FOR CULTURAL ACTIVITES AND THE ARTS

This is awarded for all round performance, contribution, effort and attitude in music, art and drama.

THE TRACY FAMILY CUP FOR MUSIC

This is presented to the student who makes an outstanding contribution to school Music.

THE MAIR FAMILY DRAMA CUP FOR GIRLS
THE TIPPING FAMILY DRAMA CUP FOR BOYS

These are awarded for participation and contribution to Drama including, the School Production, classroom activities and items for School Assemblies.

 

THE WIGHTMAN FAMILY AWARD - Te koru o te Aroha

This award embodies those students who give to our school with no expectation of return. They are the first to volunteer when help is needed, such as setting up for events or learning activities, these students display strong virtues of helpfulness, cooperation and service. The recipient of this award makes our school a better place.

THE SHORT FAMILY TROPHY FOR PERSISTENT AND CONSISTENT EFFORT

This has been up-graded to become the Wuest Family Trophy. This award is given to the Year 6 pupil who makes a Persistent and consistent effort over all areas of the curriculum as well as their involvement with school activities. Aspects include academic and cultural activities, sport, participation in competitions and school duties and responsibilities.

THE WIGHTMAN CUP FOR MPS VALUES

This is awarded to the Girl who has consistently shown our four school values: Thinking – Ma hara hara, Standing Proud – Whaka hee, Have a Heart- Ma koha, and Own your own Actions – Hoea to waka

THE BUTLER FAMILY CUP FOR MPS VALUES

This is awarded to the boy who has shown the school values.

THE PAT AND LIZ DUNN PRINCIPAL TROPHIES

These are presented to a Year 6 Girl and a Year 6 Boy at the discretion of the School Principal. They have made the most of the full range of opportunities which have been available to them and who have made significant contributions to school activities throughout the whole year.

OUTSTANDING BOY AND GIRL

Each year a special presentation is made to the OUTSTANDING BOY AND GIRL who has shown all round academic ability and performance in Literacy, Numeracy and the Social Sciences. These pupils also demonstrate effort and participation in the performing arts as well as other cultural and physical activities. They consistently have a positive approach towards class activities and school life.
In addition to the trophy, the pupil receives a special silver button in recognition of their achievement.

THE EXTON FAMIL CUP and button is for the outstanding boy.

THE WALDON FAMILY CUP and button is for the outstanding girl.

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