By Sophie, Jess and Bonnie | Posted: Monday July 3, 2017
Kapa Haka is an important cultural part of our school and has 40+ students in our group.
There are two teachers, Matua Willie and Whaea Tania . It runs on a Friday afternoon straight after lunch till the end of school, it's fun to be a part of this.
It’s a great thing to be a part of because you get to learn about different cultures and you don't have to be Maori to be in Kapa Haka, you can be any culture!
Right now we are learning a haka about child abuse. The Katipo is a type of spider that is very dangerous and can kill you if you get bitten by it. The spider represents child abuse and we want to make sure that everyone understands how serious it can be.
There is also Te Reo Maori on a Tuesday straight after maths every week. We learn Maori language and history and much more.