A little bird that can do big things is the inspiration behind Ōmokoroa Point School’s new school vision.
The school has been rebranding this year to reflect their growth which includes a new school sign and logo, the re-establishment of their radio station and new school book Ōmokoroa Point School, Where We Belong.
The book focuses on the resilient characteristics of the kuaka (bar-tailed godwit). The kuaka migrates from Alaska to Ōmokoroa, which is the longest migrating distance of any bird.
‘’It’s a special bird ... little but can do great things, just like us,’’ says principal Sandra Portegys.
She says they wanted to reconsider who they are as a school now, considering the number of new children to the school who are not originally from Ōmokoroa.