Dane Mata

Self-motivated and dependable, I am confident in my ability to get the job done when I'm in a positive and growth-oriented environment that supports learning and development.

Year 12 - Year 13 (Aparima College) 2023-2024

• I founded a group for my year 12 sustainability project and was a former club president that led a student club focused on supporting international students' moving into a new school environment to help them feel belong in a community.
• Created initiatives that celebrated cultural diversity by organising events and activities with the club members and club leaders where we shared traditions, languages, and experiences.
• Included sustainability themes into club activities to raise awareness and encourage small changes within the school community.

Year 13 Completion Academic Achievements (2024)

• Academic Achievement - Merit in English
• Academic Excellence - First in class - Technology
• Academic Excellence - First in class - Visual Arts

Extracurricular activities (2024)

Badminton Team Member - Aparima College

Volleyball Team Member - Aparima College

Played as part of the school team and developed collaboration and communication skills on and off the court.

Certificate of Appreciation - DC club

Awarded for leadership, innovative contributions, and credited in dedication to establishing club and growing a well-organised student-led group (2023-2024).

Personal Safety Education Course - Kia Haumaru, Aotearoa

(Oct 2024)

Completed training in personal and collective safety skills for students in Aotearoa.

Seminary Certificate Completion - Book of Mormon

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Oct 2024)

Awarded for successfully completing course requirements through the Seminaries and Institutes of Religion.