Stratford High School has named its head boy and girl, Sam Witeri and Ashleigh Stanners.
Sam Witeri says he feels honoured to be head boy.
"In all my years here, I have never seen a Māori Head Boy, which makes me feel more honoured. I am really excited to see how the year will turn out and all of the opportunities I will have in this position."
Sam plans to work in construction.
"I hope to find myself working in construction. This is so I can stay in the community and better build relationships within it and hopefully make a company of my own.