Education
New book shines light on the life of Cook Islander Missionary in Papua New Guinea
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend
A new book was presented to the Cook Islands National Library, shining light on the life of Orometua (pastor) Tumupu Kea, who lived in Papua New Guinea over a century ago, spreading the message of the Gospel.
Tereora College ready to make history at Te Maeva Nui cultural festival
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
A spirited and enthusiastic 100-member team will be representing Tereora College (Vaka Tereora Team) in their first ever Te Maeva Nui cultural festival this week.
‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango students sail to Atiu for a week of scientific and traditional learning
Tuesday 25 July 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education, National
Eight senior Rarotonga students from Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango school holiday programme left for Atiu onboard Vaka Marumaru Atua yesterday morning.
Manihiki schools celebrate culture with ‘amazing’ festival
Monday 24 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Tukao and Tauhunu schools in Manihiki gathered to celebrate culture, strength and unity with their first “amazing” culture festival held last week.
Apii Te Uki Ou launches ‘refreshed’ Junior College programme
Friday 21 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
Apii Te Uki Ou has launched a ‘refresh’ to their Junior College (Year 7 to 9) programme that is designed to prepare students for success in their senior years and beyond.
St Joseph’s Primary School gets first aid kits to boost health and safety
Friday 21 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Health, National
Accidents are unexpected and can happen anywhere including a school yard, and being prepared can reduce panic and provide the necessary aid for injuries.
Hundreds of first aid kits for Cooks schools
Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Bank of South Pacific (BSP) has made 200 first aid kits available for distribution to schools in Rarotonga and Pa Enua.
Walk with a smile for Apii Nikao
Friday 14 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Walk with a smile and join in the Apii Nikao fundraising walk tomorrow (Saturday) morning to help improve your health and support the school’s Parents & Teachers Association.
Refurbished computers, boost for school computer classes
Thursday 13 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
ANZ Bank handed five refurbished computers to Imanuela Akatemia yesterday to assist students with their computer classes.
Deep tones of the oud fascinates students
Wednesday 12 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Tereora College students had the honour of welcoming two visiting distinguished guests who are making a unique music video about the global impacts of climate change.
Robotics competition puts young brains to the test
Wednesday 12 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National, Technology
Cook Islands Robotics Competition held at the Cook Islands Centre for Excellence in Information Technology (CEIT) University of the South Pacific (USP) yesterday, saw a number of students gather to showcase their knowledge in robotics and eagerly learn more.
An exemplary and prolific writer, author and educator
Thursday 6 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Fiji, National, Regional
Tributes flowed at a special celebration, a “Festschrift” (volume of tributes) for the late Dr Marjorie Tuainekore Crocombe (née Hosking) OBE (19 June 1930 – 21 July 2022), who was an exemplary author and academic of the nation.
Students design turtle shell replicas for fundraising effort
Thursday 6 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, National
Titikaveka Students are channelling creativity in their art classes having crafted replica turtle carapace (shell) designs which are now on display.
Hundreds of Pacific academics gather on Rarotonga to connect and share research
Wednesday 5 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Education, National
Hundreds of delegates from across the blue Pacific have gathered on Rarotonga for the Pacific Island Universities Research Network (PIURN) conference.
Hundreds of delegates gather in Raro for Pacific research meetings
Tuesday 4 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The biggest Pacific Island Universities Research Network (PIURN) conference starts this morning with an opening ceremony from 9am at Te Are Karioi (National Auditorium) Dome.
USP Cook Islands to host 5th Pacific Islands Universities Research Network Conference
Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The University of the South Pacific (USP) Cook Islands Campus with Te Puna Vai Marama (Cook Islands Centre for Research), is hosting the 5th Pacific Islands Universities Research Network (PIURN) Conference next week.
MP calls for more teaching of Cook Islands Māori
Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Education, National
A Cook Islands MP is suggesting there should be compulsory Cook Islands Māori and local dialect teaching for primary school students.
School garden project teaches Rakahanga kids healthy eating
Saturday 24 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Rakahanga School students have embarked on a mission to grow their own vegetables in a bid to promote healthy living.
Science Careers Expo Gives Students Career Prospects
Saturday 24 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The annual Science Careers Expo drew hundreds of college students from across the island as they gathered to explore a range of opportunities and ignite their passion for scientific pursuits.
Teacher shortage, 24 vacant positions: Minister
Thursday 22 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Education, National
Cook Islands Ministry of Education has at least 24 vacancies at the moment, and they’re looking abroad to fill them.
