Please read through the DEEP descriptions below for 2025. The DEEP courses are listed in Terms, by category (Discovery, Enrichment, Essentials, Passions, Sports and Learning Advisors), and then by alphabetical order.
Please note that courses with charges are only available to students who have paid their compulsory fees and previous DEEP fees.
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Explore the timeless stories, unforgettable characters, and the enduring magic that has captivated generations. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just beginning your Disney journey, this class is sure to spark your imagination and leave you feeling enchanted.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
ESOL classes have been prepared by Mrs Clansey, in consultation with Whānau teachers.
Students are pre-selected for this class.
There is a charge of $10 for this course.
If you are a keen artist and painter, or are interested in art and would like to develop your skills with a brush, join Painting DEEP.
This DEEP will let your experience and learn all about street hockey. Street hockey is a fast paced small sided game social game that is played by youth on streets all over the world, it is similar to ice hockey and roller hockey but played on concrete. You will participate in modified games that develop your overall hockey ability. The aim of this tournament is to increase the amount of students interested in hockey at MHJC.
A requirement for this class is that you bring your own mat. Ready to try something different that will make you feel calmer, more focused, and stronger? We will be practising postures that will test your mental and physical strength and flexibility, along with breathing exercises and meditation which will help centre and ground your body, mind and spirit.
Do you like sketching? Interested in learning how to create new drawings with just pencil. Come join this DEEP.
Through this DEEP we will be looking at the different shapes in nature and how nature has influenced geometry.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
This is a compulsory DEEP for all Year 7 students. This course will help your transition into your new school, and help you understand our school, its values and how we learn here at MHJC.
ESOL classes have been prepared by Mrs Clansey, in consultation with Whānau teachers.
Students are preselected for this class.
In Auckland and MHJC, we have a growing and vibrant Filipino community. This DEEP aims to let us learn more about the Filipino culture, promoting cross-cultural understanding and collaboration. We also will study basic Tagalog while gaining insights into historical, social, and artistic aspects of the Filipino culture. After all, the Philippines is a significant trading partner for New Zealand, so this will surely open more doors for our tamariki in the future such as better business relationships and opportunities.
This is a course for our school sports team members. Boots and shin pads are required. In this course you will be specifically training to support the needs and demands of your chosen sport. This DEEP will extend your capacity to express yourself physically and mentally at a high level of sports performance. This is an Enrichment DEEP course and will involve physical challenges that will push the body.
This is open to capable students who are wanting to improve their distance running and overall fitness. You need to be able to run 2km in order to select this DEEP. Finally, you need the internal motivation to develop a personalised distance running goal and you will then spend the term working towards achieving this.
MHJC with MHP has a state of the art bike track and bike pump track, which is situated on the bottom of our field. We are aiming to increase the amount of efficient and safe bike riders in both schools and to further this with an escalation in the amount of students and community members using bikes as a safe and viable form of transport. With this bike track and school wide emphasis on biking we are hopeful of the upsurge in bike riders MHJC is looking to develop student bike ambassadors to assist with this school wide goal. The MHJC Bike Ambassador is a strong Leadership role with the responsibility of promoting biking to our community and ensuring that others are safe and making this activity fun. The other role involves supervising the bike track users and ensuring everyone's safety. You need to be a competent and experienced bike rider and willing to learn new skills and want to be a responsible leader. This DEEP is mainly practical based.
To explore and embrace the cultural and universal moral values portrayed in Asian animations.
Unlock the world of K-Pop, K-dramas, and Korean culture with our Beginner's Korean course! Learn the basics of Hangul (the Korean alphabet), master essential greetings and phrases, and build a foundation for conversation. No prior experience needed! This interactive course will have you saying ""안녕하세요!"" (Hello!) in no time.
Learn or practice your cartoon drawing through this DEEP. Practice your technique and look at different drawings for inspiration.
Delve DEEP into the magical world of Harry Potter. We'll explore the captivating stories, analyse complex characters, and uncover the hidden meanings behind the beloved books.
De-stress and reconnect with nature in Mindful Walking DEEP. Learn simple techniques to transform your daily walks into calming journeys. Explore your local environment with fresh eyes, appreciate the sights and sounds, and find peace in the present moment. Boost focus, reduce anxiety, and return to class feeling refreshed and ready to learn! Lace up your shoes and join us for a walk on the mindful side.
ESOL classes have been prepared by Mrs Clansey, in consultation with Whānau teachers.
Do you have a passion for good books or films? A popular book will be read to you as a class, then we will watch the film based on that book and discuss the differences and what is better.
Are you concerned about climate change and our environment? Would you like to learn about protecting our planet and becoming a change maker and making a positive difference to our school, community, city, country and planet? In this DEEP we will look at recycling, pest control, plant protection and learning about positive ways to make a difference to where we live. You will have the opportunity to be empowered to create ideas to make a positive change. This DEEP will also involve the current Enviro Council students and if you are passionate and contribute to this DEEP you will have an opportunity to join this School Council. This DEEP may involve some small field trips. We need a dedicated team to move us in the right direction. Please only apply if you think this DEEP suits your passion for the environment.
This DEEP is for students that wish to improve their fitness and ability to run over longer distances. This is open to all students, meaning you do not have to be an advanced runner, but you must be committed to improving each week.
Are you a keen sports and games player? This DEEP will focus on recreation games and sports, looking into a new sport every week!