From the Principal
Over the last few weeks our Year 13 students have been preparing themselves for the wrench of leaving Sacred Heart Girls’ College. This week, they have a final attempt to demonstrate their learning as they focus on the exam season. No matter the outcome of these exams, they measure only one aspect of those students who have graced our classrooms and corridors with their gifts, talents and dedication to their learning, rising to the challenges presented to them. They will undoubtedly reap the rewards of their perseverance and tenacity, with quality exam results and effective learning habits that will support their future beyond the school gates.
Our Mass and Pounamu ritual recognise the gifts we all bring to our community: ourselves. Our community will never be the same again; however, all our students and staff who leave us at the end of this year also leave with us their wairua – Mauri Ora!
As a Mission College that also develops habits of the heart and hands, our message to leavers is also: ‘be and do’ as Euphrasie Barbier was and did: build community, seek out times in your day to be still and contemplative and make the world a better place for all...me aro ki te hā o Hineahuone!
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Over the last few weeks our Year 13 students have been preparing themselves for the wrench of leaving Sacred Heart Girls’ College. This week, they have a final attempt to demonstrate their learning as they focus on the exam season. No matter the outcome of these exams, they measure only one aspect of those students who have graced our classrooms and corridors with their gifts, talents and dedication to their learning, rising to the challenges presented to them. They will undoubtedly reap the rewards of their perseverance and tenacity, with quality exam results and effective learning habits that will support their future beyond the school gates.
Our Mass and Pounamu ritual recognise the gifts we all bring to our community: ourselves. Our community will never be the same again; however, all our students and staff who leave us at the end of this year also leave with us their wairua – Mauri Ora!
As a Mission College that also develops habits of the heart and hands, our message to leavers is also: ‘be and do’ as Euphrasie Barbier was and did: build community, seek out times in your day to be still and contemplative and make the world a better place for all...me aro ki te hā o Hineahuone!
As these waahine make their way in the world, may they be awake to their Whakapono, Tuumanako me Tika – Faith, Hope and Justice – and be that part of the Sacred Heart that shapes the world! Wishing you all a sleep-filled, uninterrupted weekend … kia pai te rā whakatā.
Thanksgiving Mass
Last Thursday, we gathered for our final Mass of the year, the Thanksgiving Mass. This event holds deep meaning for our Year 13 students as well as other students and staff who will be leaving us at the end of the year.
This year Miss Gunn led poroporoaki with a pounamu ritual: each leaving student, called by name, leaves their wairua with us through the symbolic action of touching the pounamu. This pounamu, a heart-shaped taonga – was gifted to the Principal by a former member of staff. Blessed with the water from the Waikato awa, it is worn by the Principal when the Korowai is worn at our powhiri and prizegiving. For the last few years, it has been a ritual for staff at the beginning of the year and leaving students at the end of Year 13. This taonga carries the wairua of staff and students who have been a part of Sacred Heart – those living and deceased because we believe that once a part of Sacred Heart, always a part of Sacred Heart. The ancient ritual of touching items of spiritual or religious significance is common across many cultures.
2024 Altrusa Youth Award Recipient
Celebrating Excellence
Every year, Waikato schools have the opportunity to recognise a Year 12 student who demonstrates outstanding qualities within their school and community. The awards honour students for their courtesy, positive attitude and initiative, sportsmanship, contributions to community work in and out of school, and commitment to academic improvement.
This year, we are proud to announce that Oracle-Rose Haenga-Ashby was selected as the recipient of this award for Sacred Heart. In a special ceremony, Deputy Mayor of Hamilton, Angela O'Leary, presented the awards to all honourees, acknowledging their dedication and impact.
Congratulations to Oracle-Rose for this well-deserved recognition and her commitment to excellence in all areas of school life and beyond!
Young Enterprise Awards
This programme is designed to offer students a glimpse into the business world through the creation and operation of their own startup companies.
Congratulations to a group of Year 12 and Year 13 entrepreneurs whose businesses reached the Waikato Regional Finals and were awarded the following accolades.
Level 3 Business Studies
Tied Together – Celebrating culture through our roots!
Tied Together developed unbreakable Scrunchies that incorporate cultural prints.
- Pasifika Enterprise Award
- Highly Commended SUSTAINABILITY
Level 2 Business Studies – Catto & Buni
Catto & Buni are a team of Filipino artists who created a world through beautiful illustrated colouring pages. With each stroke, dive into their world and colour!
- Waikato Regional RUNNERS UP
- Excellence in Sales
Rock of Ages: High School Edition
In 2025, in conjunction with St John’s College, we present to you Rock of Ages: High School Edition! Auditions will be taking place on the 23rd & 24th November.
Production Dates: 5th – 9th May 2025
Be prepared to be rocked!
Sign up here!
International News
As the season of exams and academic achievements rolls in, our students continue to shine in their pursuits. Recently, one of our dedicated international students, Rio Suzuki, achieved an impressive result on her IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam, a testament to her hard work and dedication. Meanwhile, Vinda reached a milestone of her own, earning a perfect score of 100% on her Guitar Tablature assignment—an accomplishment that speaks to her passion and skill.
Rio, Vinda, and Fiona were celebrated at our recent Age Quod Agis assembly in recognition of their recent achievements, which is a proud moment for our international school community.
It is also the time of year for departures, and this week we wave goodbye to Mao as she heads home for the summer holidays.
We are receiving lots of enquiries for international enrolments for 2025, so would still like to hear from you if you are considering hosting one of our lovely students. Any questions, please contact our Homestay Coordinator – Lisa Cowen lcowen@shgcham.school.nz
New Families for 2025
As the year draws to a close, we’re excited to prepare for the arrival of new students and families joining us in 2025. Below, you’ll find essential information and key dates to support a smooth transition into the new school year.
MyKindo
A simple and quick way to view and pay for school items, support fundraisers, and purchase event tickets. This is our preferred payment method, and we encourage you to set-up your myKindo account today. NOTE: Once you have created an account, your daughter will be displayed as an ‘Unlinked student’, not to worry. Once your daughter starts school, she will be displayed in MyKindo as LINKED. In the meantime, you can still add money to your wallet, set up a payment plan or purchase from the shop.
Create your Kindo Account
School Uniform
The Sacred Heart Girls’ College uniform reflects the high standards we expect from our students. It’s to be worn at school, to and from school, and in the community when representing the school. For the requirements and the pricelist, click here.
2025 Start Dates
Please view our school calendar here.
For more information, head to Your Sacred Heart on our website.
School Payments
Working together with Kindo, our school offers you a simple and quick way to view and pay for school items, support fundraisers, and purchase event tickets. This is our preferred method of payment, and we encourage you to set up your myKindo account today.
To sign up or for more information, click the button below.
More Info
Notice Board
Accounts
Mission College – All Attendance Dues with no payment plan in place are overdue; please pay these now. Payment is via a bank account, not through MyKindo. More information here.
Sacred Heart – Click here to set up your MyKindo account.
Do we have your current address?
If you’ve moved or are moving, please update your details with us. E: hearts@shgcham.school.nz
Attendance Reminder
If your daughter will be absent from school during the day for any reason, please phone the school 856 7874 option 1, or email the Student Coordinator: absences@shgcham.school.nz giving a reason for her absence. If a student will be absent from school for an extended period, whaanau must inform Miss Gunn. Please email Ms Ritchie at pa@shgcham.school.nz explaining why she is absent – e.g., a holiday during term time
Our Vision
Ignite the Passion: inspiring young women to change the world – me aro ki te hā o Hineahuone!