Our annual Premier Awards evening honours Rangitoto College's most distinguished students of 2025. This special Year 13 awards ceremony wasn't just about recognising the outstanding hard work and dedication of these young adults – it is an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate their parents, caregivers, teachers, and the supportive community that has championed their success.
We are thrilled to announce our 2025 Dux recipients.
Our NCEA Dux for 2025 is Michael Yang; a student who has consistently proven to be an academic powerhouse. His achievement is a testament to his quiet, humble dedication and exceptionally talented approach to learning.
Our International Baccalaureate Dux for 2025 is Youran (Yolanda) Zhang, whose phenomenal work has already earned her a reputation for possessing university-level quality in writing, referencing, and critical analysis.
We applaud these two phenomenal students, along with the following recipients of our top prestigious awards:
Sir John Allum General Excellence Trophy - Eliana Heard
Proxime Accessit - Elena Lim
International Baccalaureate Proxime Accessit - Cael Guo Sia
Summa Cum Laude (Awarded to students with the highest academic excellence) – Chaei Kawk, Sofia Malveda, Yunseo Kim, Xingyi Luo, Jiasheng (Jason) Luo, Chloe Seo, Eric Zhu, Jasmine Liu, Xinyue Hua, Eliana Heard, Carly Fear, Taein Jung, Luke Burkett.
International Baccalaureate Summa Cum Laude – Joshua Lo, Marry Haddad, Daniel Wei
Summit Cup for Wider Contribution to the College – Olivia Taylor
Allan Peachey Cup for Leadership – Nyla Spencer
Frank Tucker Trophy for Service – Lucas Wang
We wish all our graduates the very best and success in their exciting future endeavours.
Rangitoto Bids Farewell to Principal Patrick Gale
It is with sincere gratitude and a touch of sadness that we announce the departure of our esteemed principal, Mr. Patrick Gale.
Mr. Gale has been a pivotal figure at Rangitoto College for the past eight years, guiding our community through numerous triumphs and challenges. Staff, students, and the wider college community have all been privileged to benefit from his dedicated leadership and insightful guidance throughout the past decade.
We are delighted, however, to share that Mr. Gale has accepted the prestigious appointment of Headmaster at King's College, a role he is eminently qualified for and truly deserves.
We extend our deepest appreciation for his service and wish him every success as he embarks on this exciting new chapter.
E Tipu e Rea: A legacy takes root
The heart of our campus has gained a powerful new focal point: E Tipu e Rea (Grow and Flourish), our new statue, now stands proudly beneath the sweeping canopy of the pōhutukawa in the main bus bay. This sculpture is a testament to the unwavering spirit of collaboration that defines our school community.
The original idea, created by student Mikey Te Paa, was brought into the digital realm by artist Ruben Jooste, who transformed the initial concept into a finished design, with technical assistance from Ben Pollard. The resulting sculpture perfectly captures the meaning of its title: a call to every student to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.
This installation is a legacy project, illustrating the deep value we place on partnership and cultural connection. We extend our gratitude to our dedicated staff for their tireless work in supporting and championing this initiative. It is a symbol of partnership, a celebration of student creativity, and a perpetual reminder to Grow and Flourish.
