In School Programmes

Outlined below are the main in-school programmes we offer to each of the Network Schools.

Year 12 - Living Social Justice

During this one-day seminar, Year 12 students are challenged to confront, learn about and discuss some of the harsh realities of the world beyond their school environment. This programme addresses some of the social justice issues present in Aotearoa and engages students in critical discussions about their role and responsibilities as New Zealand citizens. This programme has a strong social justice focus, informed by Catholic Social Teaching and aims to help students make sense of their responsibility to use their voice to fight injustice and give back to the communities that have shaped them.

Year 13 - The Care Of Young Leaders

The Care of Young Leaders is an annual forum held in early April. This is attended by the Head and Deputy Head students from all the Network schools, and their Principals. It is an opportunity for the student leaders to assess and evaluate their performance so far, and for the Young Marist team to give them guidance and support. The Principals each have the opportunity to sit down in open and frank dialogue with their student leaders. Each of the schools takes its turn in hosting this Forum.

Year 13 - Life beyond school

This programme consists of a series of one-hour long sessions for Year 13 students as they prepare to leave school and move on to tertiary study, work or apprenticeships. Informed by the experiences of former students, this series explores the challenges faced by students as they make the transition from school into the world beyond. There is a strong emphasis on mental health, preparing for the unknown, nurturing faith outside of the school environment, contributing to the community, and confronting some of the practical realities of life beyond school. 

Other ministry

On top of these programmes which are offered to all schools within the Network, we also work at the request of individual schools. These include year level retreats, orientations, or programmes addressing specific needs within school communities. Overall we serve the needs of the Network Schools and provide additional assistance when called upon.