Hautū - Te Mahau, Te Tai Whenua Jocelyn Mikaere says even though it is an interim solution using the existing teaching spaces and temporary buildings, it's important that it feels like home for students and teachers
"The school opens its doors on the first day of term 1 next year as a combined school. It's our job and our goal to ensure the buildings will provide a welcoming environment for everyone."
Next steps include clearing the Hāwera Intermediate site. The Ministry of Education will continue to keep the community informed as this work progresses.
A community meeting will be arranged with residents to discuss what the temporary teaching will look like, where it will be located, and most importantly, reassure all residents that this is a temporary solution made in the best interests of the education of local students.
The ministry will work collaboratively with all interested parties on what will happen with the unoccupied land as they work through the legal disposal process.