Our Leaders

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Ko Antonia toku ingoa

I am the leader of Hauora and Wellbeing for 2025.

Incorporating Te Whare Tapu Whā allows me to fully look after all aspects of students wellbeing, whether this be improving mental wellness, fitness levels, promoting healthier lifestyles, expanding spiritual connections or even just being a friend when you need one.

Hauora isn’t just your physical health. It’s also about being able to recognise when you know you’re not okay and knowing there’s support there for you; whether this support is provided by your leaders, teachers or peers.

As a leader I want to support you and your wellbeing at John Paul II High School.

Being a leader is not about having a title, true leadership is about having a positive impact and inspiring others.

This year I hope to help students find outlets and methods to release their stresses, which may stem from their social and academic lives, in healthier ways that positively promote all aspects of their hauora/wellbeing. I want to support you to continue your wellbeing journey by helping you set your own achievable goals.

Helping students to improve their Hauora by achieving these small achievable goals builds confidence and improves general sense of wellbeing.

School isn’t easy, but I want to make it easier for students to show up. I want them to feel supported by their peers, as well as their teachers. A simple act of kindness, such as encouraging others can increase one’s sense of self-esteem and motivation to keep going.

Wellbeing is an individual journey, but it is a journey that takes a kind and supportive environment. This Journey we are about to embark on will encourage both students and staff to come together and celebrate the small successes that we have each day.