24 Jun 2026

A reminder that the Massey High Showcase is next week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night: 30 June, 1 and 2 July.  Our very own school band will be performing on Thursday night!   
 
The Tuesday and Wednesday night shows will have Ellaphon Tauariki as the headlining act. Ellaphon is an ex-MHS student who has an established career in the music industry. He was featured on The Voice Australia in 2025 and reached the finals. He also tutors at Zeal and mentors many MHS singers. 
 
The Thursday show will feature performances from MHS staff members, including Mr Motufoua (Big Al and friends), Georgi Dobrev (our guitar tutor), a special performance from a staff member (a surprise on the night) and a short set from the band - Thousand Limbs. 
 
Tickets can be bought online via the link below - $10.00 Adult, $5.00 student 
 
https://shop.kindo.co.nz/app/community-shop/Massey%20High%20School/kindo/concerts 

24 Jun 2026

17 Jun 2026

Hi Waitākere Community, 

After a lot of discussion today, we've made the difficult decision to cancel our Crude Comedian event.

Unfortunately, the combination of winter weather and tight household budgets across our community has had a significant impact on ticket sales which meant the event was not financially viable. 

If you have bought a ticket please email waitakerepta@gmail.com with your account details so that we can arrange a refund for you.

We look forward to bringing you events in the future, 

The Waitākere Parent Teacher Association

17 Jun 2026

Hey team,

Here’s a drill that might be helpful at training. It can be adapted for different ability levels and is great for building decision-making, movement, and passing accuracy. We’ve found it works well because players get lots of touches on the ball and it can easily be made more challenging as skills improve.

Give it a go if it suits what you're working on. Let me know how it goes!

 

Gen

 

Defending – Mirror & Deny

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzPJPCg5SCg

 

Skill: Footwork, staying with your player, intercepting

Setup:

Players in pairs.
One attacker, one defender.
Mark a 5m x 5m square.
How to play:

Attacker moves around the square.
Defender mirrors every movement.
After 20 seconds, a feeder passes the ball to the attacker.
Defender tries to intercept or force a poor pass.
Coaching cues:

Stay side-on.
Quick feet, don't cross over.
Watch the attacker's hips.

15 Jun 2026

Let’s Chat! 🌟 
Our upcoming “Learning Chats” are a relaxed 10‑minute conversation between parents and teachers. This is an opportunity to talk about your child’s mid-year report, celebrate their progress, and discuss next steps for the rest of the year. 

Bookings open: Monday 22nd June

Date of Learning Chats: Wednesday 29th July  

Times: 1:20 – 8:00pm 

Mid-Year Reports: Sent home 3 July  

If you would like to book a time slot, you can do so through Skool Loop. If you need assistance making a booking, please call the office. We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support your child’s learning.