Culture
The variety of cultures at Porirua College is one of our greatest taonga. We embrace and celebrate our different cultures within our curriculum and at many events, from cultural evenings to language weeks. Polyfest is always a highlight for our students and staff each year. It is a chance for our students to express their cultures through stories, songs, dance and music. Polyfest promotes innovation and creativity, collaboration with staff, students, families, leadership and life skills.
This year Tawa College are hosting the event. The date is yet to be confirmed and will likely be held from 3.00 - 10.00pm at Te Rauparaha Arena. Porirua College's dress rehearsal for our groups is on Tuesday 7th August in Whiti Te Ra. We have seven groups involved in Polyfest this year:
- Kapa Haka
- Samoan
- Tokelauan
- Cook Islands
- Tuvaluan
- Niuean
- Tongan Girls
We encourage all students who are interested to get involved. Polyfest is a huge commitment each year, developing student pride in their cultures.
Every year we shine during Polyfest and this year will be the brightest year yet!
School Song - 'We Welcome You'
We welcome you (girls)
We welcome you (boys)
We welcome you with open arms
To share the love we have inside
We come together now as one
We extend our hands of friendship to you
As expression, expression of our love
Chorus
May the rising sun shine on you
And give you warmth and love
May the rising sun smile on you
And smile from up above
For this Marae’s a sacred place
Where people greet in Whiti Te Ra
Talofa, Kia orana, Malo lelei
We extend our hands of friendship to you
Kia kaha, kia kaha, Porirua
2019 Yr 13's Final Assembly