ACG Sunderland

We are so proud to see ACG Sunderland's Mehwish Hasan featured on RNZ, sharing her passion for helping young learners develop the skills and confidence to navigate an increasingly digital world.

Recently shortlisted in the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards from more than 12,000 nominations worldwide, Mehwish joined Kathryn Ryan to discuss how she introduces students as young as five to robotics, algorithms and AI through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

Mehwish is inspiring the next generation of innovators while showing that technology can be a powerful tool for creativity, problem-solving and discovery.

Read the article and listen to the interview to learn more about her inspiring work and the impact she is having on our students 🔗 https://bit.ly/43jI1L9

💙 Celebrating Grandparents and Special Friends Day 💙

We were delighted to welcome grandparents and special friends to ACG Sunderland's 19th Annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day.

This cherished event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the special relationships that help shape and support our students throughout their lives. From sharing wisdom and encouragement to creating lasting memories, grandparents and special friends play an invaluable role in the growth and wellbeing of young people.

Our students were proud to showcase the performances they had been preparing, making the day a memorable occasion for all who attended.

A heartfelt thank you to all the grandparents and special friends who joined us and continue to make such a positive difference in the lives of our students. ✨

ACG Sunderland's innovative young minds are making their mark on the global stage. 🌏🤖

In a recent article published by Education Today, Computer Science teacher Mehwish Hasan shares how fostering creativity, confidence, and self-belief has helped students achieve international recognition in robotics.

The feature comes shortly after Mehwish was shortlisted in the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards. Selected from more than 12,000 nominations worldwide, the awards celebrate educators who go above and beyond to inspire, support, and empower their students.🌟

It's a well-deserved recognition for a teacher whose passion for innovation is helping students realise that their ideas can make a real difference.

Read the full article to learn more about the achievements of our students and the educator helping to shape their success: https://bit.ly/4xf7K54

Book Week 2026 was a wonderful celebration of reading, imagination, and creativity! 📚✨

Our students enjoyed a fun-filled week of book sharing, wacky hair, hats and glasses, buddy reading, author and illustrator visits, and our much-loved Book Character Parade. It was fantastic to see our students so excited about stories, characters, and the joy of reading.

A very special thank you to Lydia Rose, our amazing librarian, for all the time, care, and organisation she put into making Book Week such a success. Your passion for books and literacy continues to inspire our students and bring our school library to life.

Thank you also to our teachers, students, families, visiting authors and illustrators for helping make the week so memorable. What a brilliant way to celebrate the magic of books! 😍

🎭 ACG Sunderland College Production – Tickets on Sale Now! 🎭

A reminder to all families that tickets are now available for our College Production NEXT WEEK. Each year level has one show only, so please make sure you purchase tickets for the correct evening:

Year 7: Wednesday 10 June
Year 8: Thursday 11 June
Year 9: Friday 12 June

Tickets can be purchased from reception.
Adult tickets: $10
Child tickets: $5

Food and drinks will also be available, with profits going to charity.
A reminder that all students are required to attend on their performance night, as every student plays an important role in bringing the production to life.

We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating the hard work of our students! 🎟️✨

Congratulations to Sophia from 5MAO! 🥇

We are incredibly proud to share Sophia’s outstanding achievements at the North Island Championships, held in Wellington this weekend.

Sophia achieved:

🏅 Poolside Skills – Gold
🥈 1m Springboard – Silver
🥇 3m Springboard – Gold

To top off an amazing weekend, Sophia also received the Overall Gold Medal, making her #1 in her division!

What a fantastic achievement. Sophia’s hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the season have truly paid off. We are so proud of you, Sophia!

🌍♟️ Returning from the World Schools Team Championship with a Top 10 global finish, our ACG Sunderland students have come home with far more than results alone.

From competing against 26 teams across 19 countries to building resilience, strategic thinking, confidence, and teamwork under pressure, this international experience has been a remarkable journey of growth and achievement.

We’re incredibly proud of the way our students represented both themselves and the school community on the world stage.

Read more about their inspiring experience and what they learned along the way. Read the full article via this link: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4nUp5My