On Monday 21 September 2026, our school hosted students from across Auckland schools (ourselves, De La Salle College, St. Ignatius College and McAuley High school) where students came together to celebrate life through prayer, food and shared experiences; participated in fun activities, planning future activities and ending with praise and worship songs led by St. […]
Young Vinnies annual gathering at Sancta Maria College Read More »
Despite the cold winds of Saturday, 19 September, 23 students, staff and Howick Pest Free came together to plant native trees and shrubs on the hillside between the staff and student car parks at the school’s entrance. Their efforts are creating a greener future by enhancing the landscape, establishing habitats for native birds and insects,
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As part of our Year 11 PE Studies curriculum learning, we had the opportunity to try something different by going skateboarding at Barry Curtis Park on the 18 August 2026, with Mrs. Samaeli and Mr. James. When we arrived, we had a quick introduction with the two instructors before getting our helmets and skateboards provided
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Student’s mathematical abilities were challenged in our annual Mathex competition. This Maths Week (10-14 August 2026) our Year 7-10 students participated in Mathex. Students were separated into groups of four and asked to solve 20 demanding questions within the 30-minute time limit. Students were awarded 5 points for each correct answer and 0 points for
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On Thursday 20 August 2026, all our senior drama classes went to ASB Waterfront Theatre to watch William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. The play, directed by Benjamin Kibly-Henson, depicted greed’s effect on one’s morals. Macbeth tells the story of a Scottish general promised by three witches (depicted as ‘weird children’) that he will take the throne of
Senior drama students blinded by Macbeth’s greed Read More »
August is a busy and hectic month of music for our Sancta Maria College’s music department, and our annual SUSO competition is just one of the competitions during the month – making its comeback to encourage students from across Auckland to showcase and improve their musical skills on stage. Helping inspire young musicians to get
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“Ka whāngaia, ka tipu, ka puāwai” – That which is nurtured will grow and blossom. Howick Youth Summit is an event where the Howick Youth Council focuses on empowering the next generation of young leaders who have leadership potential by enriching them with the skills they will need to “grow and blossom” as effective leaders
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Our Year 8 trip to MOTAT gave us insight into how early technology paved the way for new inventions to take their place in current society. Transitioning from the 1800s inspired MOTAT village to the modern science and technology centre was jarring but eye-opening. It showcases how inventions are rarely new but just improved versions
Year 8s learn how early technology paved the way at MOTAT Read More »
On Wednesday 12 August 2026, students from across Auckland gathered for the annual Caring Mass and Awards hosted by the Catholic Caring Foundation. Celebrated by Bishop Steve Lowe at Christ the King Parish in Owairaka, the liturgy also brought together Catholic teachers, whānau, and supporting charity agencies from across Auckland. The purpose of this special
Caring Foundation Mass recognises student’s outstanding care, faith, and dedication Read More »
On Thursday 30 July 2026, 14 schools aged from Year 1 -8 attended Somerville Intermediate, for the HPPA Dance Festival. This event was hosted by Our Lady Star of the Sea, with all schools preforming beautifully, representing their schools using their dancing skills and their values. Selected Year 7 & 8 students were given a
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