What is Aroha?

This term our Learner Attribute is 'I am POWERFUL'. We are looking at the concept of AROHA and how it relates to our power.

Over the term, we will measure and reflect on the way we use Aroha, and move ourselves on the Maunga as we see our Power increase.



We looked into what Aroha means and quickly learnt it's translation is not simply a word, but an entire idea. "Aro" means mind and "Ha" means life.

Some of the meanings we came up with included

• Powerful
• Breath of Life
• Caring
• Respect
• Happiness
• Being Helpful
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Kindness of the world
• Love of Learning
• Spirit
• Generous
• Unity
• Universal balance
• Sharing
• Manaakitanga