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Our Board of Trustees
Meet the Board
Tēnā koutou,
Rārangi maunga e tū mai nei, e tū mai mā
Nikā rā ngā mihi maioha ki a koutou te whānau whānui o Te Whai Hiringa.
Ko Jorian Tangaere tōku ingoa
He uri tēnei nō te Tairāwhiti.
As a mātua representative on the Board of Trustees at Te Whai Hiringa, I am proud to serve whānau and support the shared vision of our kura. I am committed to strengthening the connection between home and kura, ensuring the voices of our whānau are heard.
Nāku iti nei,
Nā Jorian Tangaere
Jorian Tangaere
Presiding Member
Student Behavior & Management
Kia ora e te whānau,
Ko Evelyn Leef tōku ingoa. He uri ahau nō Te Tai Tokerau, nō ngā whenua tapu o Panguru ki Papata, nō Te Uri o Tai hoki, ā, he mihi mahana tēnei e rere atu ana ki a koutou katoa.
It is a real privilege to serve as a member of the Te Whai Hiringa Board of Trustees. I have a strong connection to our kura through my daughter Koha-Aroha, who is currently attending, and my son Caleb, who is a proud former student. Both of my tamariki have had positive and fulfilling experiences at Te Whai Hiringa, and I hold great admiration for the kaiako and the incredible mahi that happens within this kura. Although life is busy with mahi, being involved in my children’s learning journey and supporting their kura is something I deeply value.
I am currently the Deputy Principal at Hastings Girls' High School | Ngā Rau Huia o Ākina, and have worked in education for 15 years. My focus has always been on raising achievement for Māori and Pasifika ākonga by building learning environments that are inclusive, empowering, and culturally affirming—spaces where all students can thrive and see themselves reflected in their learning.
I wholeheartedly support the 3 kete values that are woven into the fabric of Te Whai Hiringa. These values are key to nurturing strong, confident ākonga, whānau, and community. Over the years, I have filled my kete through lived experience, educational leadership, and service, and I bring this with me to the board table. My leadership is grounded in a servant-leader philosophy—I am here to serve, to listen, and to be a voice for whānau.
I enjoy all of the celebrations that come with kura, but I am also not afraid to navigate challenging conversations and situations, as these are often where the richest learning and growth take place. I look forward to contributing to the vision and direction of our kura, and to supporting our ākonga in every way I can.
Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa.
Evelyn Leef
Evelyn Leef
BOT Representative
Student Behavior & Management
Kia ora e te whānau,
Ko Ashley Wainohu tōku ingoa. I’m a proud wife and māmā of four, living here in Pāharakeke. I also work at Flaxmere College as part of the support staff, a role I absolutely love. Two of our tamariki, Elias-James and Oaklyn-Gray, currently attend Te Whai Hiringa and are thriving in the bilingual classes. Their little sister, Kovii-Kavera, will be joining them later this year when she turns five.
My mother in-law, Brenda Wainohu, is a former member of the Board of Trustees and a passionate advocate for success across our community here in Pāharakeke. Her dedication has inspired me to continue contributing to the kura in ways that uplift and support both our tamariki and whānau.
My connection with Te Whai Hiringa is strong. Alongside my own children, many of my nieces and nephews also attend the kura. I care deeply about the success and wellbeing of all our tamariki and believe in the power of whānau and community working together.
Te Whai Hiringa is nurturing the future leaders of our hapori. At the heart of this journey are our three kete, the core values that guide and strengthen us. I believe that when we move forward together, even the smallest steps can lead to big achievements.
I am committed to being a positive and supportive presence, working collaboratively and always with the best interests of our kura and community in mind. I look forward to the opportunity to walk alongside others who share the same dedication, as we continue to grow and uplift Te Whai Hiringa together.
Ngā mihi nui,
Ashley Wainohu
Ashley Wainohu
BOT Representative
Kia ora e te whānau
I am an ex school administrator. I have three girls Jasmine who left kura last year, Aroha in Te Kupenga and Moana who will start next year. I'm from Wellington originally but resided in Auckland for 23 years. I moved to Flaxmere two years ago and am currently working at the Flaxmere supermarket.
Ngā mihi
Sheetal Hannagan-Parmar
Sheetal Hannagan Parmar
BOT Representative
Kia orana and warm Pacific greetings
My name is Taime Pareanga Samuel.
I have lived in Flaxmere for a number of years. All of my four tamariki have attended Peterhead School known today as Te Whai Hiringa. I acknowledge all of our parents that have brought their tamariki through this school and have seen them excel to great leaders in our community of today.
I am reminded of the journey of our kaumatua and their families that travelled up and down the coast of our country Aotearoa, who signed Te Tiriti of Waitangi, foreseeing their moemoea that highlights the importance of fostering a meaningful and reciprocal relationships between Tangata Whenua and Crown.
This emphasises our shared responsibility to cultivate leaders who will shape our communities for our tamariki mokopuna’s future.
As a leader in our community I am reminded of our different cultures that contribute to the education of our tamariki and acknowledge the wealth and knowledge that they share, to enhance the development of our future.
I have been on the Peterhead School committee and other Boards and am passionate about education. I believe that my knowledge and skills will add value to the Board. I have experience and a sound understanding of effective governance and management. I have the confidence and willingness to contribute and build relationships with our Board, school, tamariki, parents and community for a great future for all of us.
Kia Manuia
Taime Pareanga Samuel
BOT Representative
Student Behavior & Management
Ko Tapuae-o-uenuku te maunga
Ko Raukawa te awa
Ko Kurahaupo te waka
Ko Rangitāne ki Wairau, rātou ko Ngati Kuia, ko Ngati Koata ngā iwi
Ko April MacDonald ahau
Kia ora e te whānau o Te Whai Hiringa!
My name is April MacDonald and I grew up and went to school in Flaxmere myself so I am a passionate supporter of the Flaxmere community. I have 3 grown tamariki and my Mokopuna Willow currently attends Te Whai Hiringa. I am a registered kindergarten teacher and I have been lucky enough to have taught many of your tamariki as I am right next door at Peterhead Kindergarten. I have been teaching there for 12 years now and I feel so fortunate to support our young tamariki in their early learning journey.
Te Whai Hiringa is true to their purpose and provides a culturally responsive curriculum woven within their 3 kete values. I have witnessed many students grow, thrive and succeed at the kura and into adulthood. It is for this reason that I would like to join the Board as a Parent Representative. In the past I served on the board at Ebbett Park School when my own children attended there. My vision embraces working with colleagues, parents, whānau and community to provide quality education by nurturing, educating and supporting the mana of all children. I believe my background, education, community connections and experiences as a parent, teacher and nanny will guide me in this potential opportunity to help progress Te Whai Hiringa School into the future.
Ngā mihi maioha
April MacDonald
BOT Representative
Student Behavior & Management
Property
Kia ora e te whānau. Ko Grace tōku ingoa.
I am proud to serve as the staff representative for Te Whai Hiringa.
I was born and raised in Heretaunga, and I still proudly call it home today. I am 22 years old and bring a fresh insight into the education system, along with an open mindset.
Teaching has always been my passion – after finishing school, I went straight into studying to become a kaiako, graduating with my teaching degree in 2023. I am now in my second year of teaching and have been part of the Taiohi (intermediate) team here at Te Whai Hiringa for the past two years.
I am passionate about being a contributing kaiako who helps ākonga pave out their own future with confidence and purpose. I also serve as the NZEI representative at Te Whai Hiringa, supporting positive working relationships and the wellbeing of our staff.
I am excited to take on this role as staff representative on the Board of Trustees.
I look forward to being a voice for our staff, supporting the aspirations of our tamariki, and helping guide our kura towards continued growth and success. Every decision I make will have the learning, wellbeing, and future of our students at the heart.
Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te tamaiti – With your food basket and my food basket, the child will thrive.
Ngā mihi, meitaki ma’ata, fa'afetai tele lava.
Grace Mentzer
Staff Representative
Personnel
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Tineka Waitoa Tuala-Fata
Tumuaki / Principal
