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  • Kia ora 7C2,

    This week we will continue to focus on our second assessment.

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING the role of Olympic mascots in promoting unity and understanding different cultures.



    By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate an understanding of how human events throughout time promotes kotahitanga within the world, their understanding of the role of Olympic mascots in promoting unity and their ability to apply this knowledge to create original designs. 


    Assessment  Requirements:

    Part 1:

    • Students will research an Olympic mascot of their choice.

    • They will create a written report or presentation explaining the mascot's significance and how it promotes unity.

    Part 2:

    • Students will design their own Olympic mascot, representing a chosen country, and explain the cultural elements incorporated into the design.

    • A brief reflection on the process and learning should be included.

    Additional Considerations:

    • You are encouraged to explore the historical and cultural context of the chosen mascot.

    • Choose a teina for tuakana teina feedback to enhance the quality of your assessment.

    • Use digital tools for research and design.


    Success Criteria:

    • Identify key characteristics of Olympic mascots.

    • Explain how Olympic mascots represent the host country's culture.

    • Analyse the ways in which Olympic mascots promote unity and understanding.

    • Create an original Olympic mascot design that reflects a chosen country's culture.




    2 things to do  in preparation for Māori language week 

    1. In celebration of Māori language week in 3 weeks we will be doing the longest name in Aotearoa challenge!! This is open to all staff and students and participation earns you a prize!! 

    To help you prepare I have attached the video with the name below. You have 2 weeks to practice and on Week 8 on Monday, I will send out another email to see who would like to test their skills! A few of our Māori Pasifika council members will come around to video you doing the challenge! 
    Here is the name for you to practice, as well as a video 
    "Taumata whakatangi hangakoauau o tamatea turi pukakapiki maunga horo nuku pokai whenua kitanatahu”