How old is Rangitoto?
600 years ago
Erupting from the sea more than 600 years ago, Rangitoto Island is one of the youngest land masses in the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana.
Is Rangitoto College a good school?
Rangitoto College is a top academic school and produces extremely high quality graduates, many of whom go on to the world’s best universities. One recent graduate has been awarded a full scholarship to study at Harvard University, while another has been granted a full scholarship to New York University Abu Dhabi.
What does Rangitoto mean in English?
sky blood
Rangitoto is Auckland’s largest and youngest volcano. Rangitoto literally means sky blood. Early European settlers speculated that its name was evidence of an eyewitness account of its eruption. But in reality the meaning is not volcanic.
Where is Rangitoto College in New Zealand located?
The incredibly cozy, beautiful, popular state college of Rangitoto College was founded in 1956 on the northern coast of Auckland, providing international students with a delight in the beautiful sea views of Hauraki Bay and the possibility of a pleasant beach holiday.
Who is the principal of Rangitoto high school?
Serving Years 9 to 13, Rangitoto has a school roll of 3218 as of March 2019, making it the largest “brick-and-mortar” school in New Zealand (only The Correspondence School is larger, with 4099 students). Patrick Gale is the current principal.
How long did it take for Rangitoto Island to form?
The opening to a lava tube at Rangitoto, partially obstructed by tree growth. Rangitoto was formed during a single phase of eruptions that may have lasted only 5–10 years, about 600 years ago. Previous inferences that it was formed by a series of eruptions commencing at least 6000 years ago have been disproved by the most recent research.
How is Rangitoto College adapting to modern pedagogy?
It adapts the best of both traditional and modern teaching and assessment pedagogy. Results are constantly reviewed and targets set to bring improvement. We invite you to watch the Principal’s Welcome video and to read his introduction to Rangitoto College.