Poounamu
Poounamu is literally 'Greenstone'. Poounamu plays a very important role in Maori Culture. It is considered a taonga (treasure). Tools, ornaments and weapons [ were made from it; in particular mere (short clubs) and hei-tiki (neck pendants). These are believed to have their own mana, which are handed down as valued heirlooms and given as gifts on important occasions.
Poounamu means to us:
- Poounamu has a spiritual connection with Aotearoa and displays Mana and Prestige
- Poounamu represents Aotearoa and the connection between people and the land spiritual connection
- Poounamu is extremely valuable and a beautiful rock in colour and context
- There are different shades and types of Poounamu which represent the diversity of Manurewa High School
- Poounamu is its Natural State is a little rough around the edges, symbolising the start of our journey in Year 9
- Poounamu is natural and is rare but has a great deal of worth, especially after much work and attention
- Poounamu has status; just like the various leaders within our school and potential leaders within all of us
Whanau Values:
Empowerment, Responsibility, Motivation, Confidence, Pride, Respect, Honesty
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