Cherie Marks

Ko Mauao, ko Ruawahia nga maunga Ko Tauranga, ko Te awa o te atua nga wai ora Ko Takitimu, ko Te Arawa nga waka Ko Ngati Ranginui, Ko Ngati Rangitihi nga iwi Tena koutou e nga whanau o te kura tuatahi o Don Buck. My name is Cherie. I love hockey, I am always at […]
Heydon Hohaia

Tena koutou whānau! Ko Tapua Heydon Hohaia toku ingoa, my name is Tapua Heydon Hohaia and I am really excited to be a part of our Don Buck school whānau. I have a young family with two tiny kids, that keep me and my wife on our toes. Music, art, exploring movies and stories are […]
Sharon Rich

What do you enjoy most about working at our school? Firstly it is the tamariki! To be part of their day, to see their growth and to help nurture their exceptional talents, is one of the enjoyable aspects of working at Don Buck School. Secondly the community of Don Buck School – the whānau, caregivers […]
Patricia Lemusu

Get to know Patricia What inspired you to become a teacher? It always excites me to know the value education can have in preparing our future. What do you enjoy most about working at our school? Don Buck Primary School has an incredible program that’s inclusive for all learners with the intention of truly preparing […]
Charné Cloete

Kia Ora, my name is Charne Cloete, and I joined Don Buck Primary School in 2023 as a teacher aide. This year I am joining the team as a teacher. I am excited to be a part of the team and connecting with you all! What do you enjoy most about working at our school? […]
Gavin Shepherd

Get to know Gavin What inspired you to become a teacher? The great teachers I had at primary school definitely had an impact on why I became a primary school teacher. One thing I remember clearly was I only had 1 male teacher in my 8 years of primary school. I have found memories of […]