Rising Hibiscus
Creating Pacific Community With Academic Mentoring
Our Vision and Impact
Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebration of Pacific identities, languages, and cultures with the Rising Hibiscus Pasifika Programme at Tauranga Girls’ College. This inspiring initiative empowers Pacific students through NCEA academic mentoring, helping them unlock their full potential. At the heart of the programme is an exclusive ‘business breakfast’ where students connect with Pacific leaders who share their academic journeys and career insights. With the powerful mantra, “If I can see it, I can be it!”, students are encouraged to dream big and achieve greatness. Get ready to rise, shine, and bloom with Rising Hibiscus.
Inside the Rising Hibiscus Experience
The Rising Hibiscus Pasifika Programme (RH) is a dynamic experience that unites Pacific students, peers, and teachers in celebrating Pacific culture and achievement. Key features include:
- Culturally Responsive Activities: Students begin the day with engaging games and activities designed to celebrate Pacific traditions.
- Exclusive Business Breakfast: Connect with Pacific leaders who share inspirational stories and practical advice.
- Leadership Opportunities: Pacific prefects lead with heartfelt prayers and gratitude, demonstrating strong leadership and cultural pride.
- Personalised Academic Mentoring: Individualised support tracks each student’s NCEA journey, ensuring ongoing academic success.
Join us and thrive as you lead and succeed with the Rising Hibiscus Pasifika Programme.
Empowering Pacific Learners
Holistic Support
Empowers Pacific students and families by providing comprehensive support for NCEA, school needs, and pathways beyond academia, ensuring a holistic approach to education.
Aspiration Cultivation
Inspires high educational aspirations, fostering a culture of ambition and success among Pacific students.
Accessible Excellence
Ensures accessible extra educational support, making excellence achievable for all students.
Cultural Connections
Cultivates cultural awareness and understanding through localised and contextualised knowledge, creating meaningful connections with Pacific learners.
Engaging Achievement
Drives positive engagement in learning, leading to improved attendance and academic achieving, setting the stage for lifelong success.
What to Expect
Experience the excitement of the Rising Hibiscus Pasifika Programme from the moment you arrive. Here’s what a typical day looks like:
- Arrival: Girls gather eagerly – some independently, others arriving via Uber Teacher.
- Cultural Activities: Enjoy engaging activities such as volleyball, traditional dance, Zumba, or craft-making to design performance costumes.
- Continental Breakfast: Savour a delightful breakfast while a Pacific leader initiates a lively talanoa (storytelling dialogue).
- Leadership Moments: Pacific prefects deliver warm welcomes, heartfelt prayers, and expressions of gratitude.
- Social Media Moment: Capture the day with a group photo before heading to class.
It’s a dynamic start to an unforgettable day of learning and growth. Come and join us!
Find answers to common questions about the Trust’s programmes, events, and participation guidelines.
Can my younger siblings attend?
Yes, of course!
Can we request certain speakers?
Yes, of course!
What activities do we do in the mornings?
Students and teachers decide on cultural activities they want to do. For example, play volleyball, learn dances, Zumba, craft performance costumes.
Participation Invitation
Step into the vibrant world of the Rising Hibiscus Pasifika Programme, a community built by a Pacific student and her mother at Tauranga Girls’ College! Designed with passion and dedication, this programme is more than just education, it’s about creating an engaging and aspirational community for Pacific students! Girls’ are invited to come together to support and inspire one another on our educational journey! It is something really special.
