Celebrating outstanding service to our school and wider community.

Onehunga High School Year 12 student Ronan Laing has been recognised with the Top Volunteer of the Year School Award through the Student Volunteer Army (SVA) programme, acknowledging his commitment to volunteering and supporting others.

Ronan began volunteering by assisting the Science Department during our school Open Days. Since then, he has contributed to a wide range of activities, including supporting international students through our buddy programme, distributing school lunches and helping at school events. He has also participated in a community history project focused on preserving stories from World War II.

Outside school, Ronan has been involved in martial arts for eight years, progressing from a student to helping teach and run classes. This has provided another opportunity for him to share his skills and support others. Through his volunteering, Ronan has achieved the SVA Member, Bronze, Silver and Gold awards, culminating in his recognition as our school's Top Volunteer of the Year.

Congratulations, Ronan, on this well-deserved recognition. Your commitment to helping others and contributing to our community is an excellent example of our school values in action.