“The Aurora Leaders loved his zest for life and living. Cory was an absolute hit and his tenacity was something for them to aspire to,” Mrs Bush said.
For his part, Cory said he enjoyed passing on his knowledge and bringing out the best in young people.
“I particularly love mentoring and helping people to thrive.
“It was a real treat to come in and speak to the young Aurora Leaders today. They were the perfect hosts.”
Aurora specialist facilitator Rebecca Trafford said she was really impressed with how the students were able to make connections to the abstract concepts of leadership.
“They could actually give great practical examples, which showed they grasped the important attributes of what makes a good young Aurora leader.”
The Aurora foundation is a specialist gifted education provider operating in Gisborne and Wairoa, working collaboratively with Gisborne primary schools to deliver a higher learning programme for identified gifted and talented children.