Newsletter End of Term 1 2026
Principal's Message - Term One Reflections: Nurturing Faith and Knowledge Kia ora Rise UP whānau, As we close the doors on our first term of the year, we look back with full hearts at the growth of our tamariki. This term, our school life has been anchored in the beautiful theme of "Manaakitanga: Respect". It has been a season [...]
Welcome to Rise UP Academy School
Kia ora, Malo e Lelei, Talofa Lava, Fakaalofa Lahi Atu, Kia Orana, Ni Sa Bula Vinaka
Our school was founded in 2014 by the Rise UP Trust, a South Auckland not for profit
organisation. The Rise UP Academy transitioned to a Designated Character School in 2019.
Our special character consists of:
- A Hearts and Minds based Inquiry Learning model, which reflects Maori and Pasifika values.
- Culturally responsive Whanau mentoring programmes.
When you enrol your child, we enrol your whanau.
ATTENDANCE @ RUA
| TARGET | 80% of students to attend regualrly (attending more than 90% of the time) |
| PLAN | Attendance Management Plan |
| INITIATIVES | Fabulous Friday Dress Ups, 100% Attendance Rewards |
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