HOROTIU
Student Leadership at CHS
We believe that the ongoing success of CHS is a collaborative effort and strongly encourage our students to contribute to the leadership of the school.
On this page we profile our prominent Student Leaders with our Student Executive, House Captains, Te Huunga Taikaakaa and Junior Forum.
Refer to the following attachment for full details about the Student Leadership roles and structure at CHS.
Head Student – Erin Bouwer
Kia ora e te kura! I am honored to have been chosen as one of the 2026 head students for CHS. As a balanced student participating in academic, sport and cultural activities I will work to further cultivate an engaging and accepting environment for all.
My mission is to lead by example, uphold the values of our school and serve as a voice for our student body. I aim to promote responsibility and inclusivity while supporting staff and students. Being approachable is a core value of mine and I would love for you to be comfortable to talk to me and share your amazing ideas. Through teamwork, clear communication and integrity, I will do my best to create a positive school environment, where every student will feel heard and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Thank you for trusting me to be one of your leaders. Looking forward to a great 2026!
Head Student – Ethan Harvey
One of my first memories of arriving at CHS was the noise, energy and crowds. The jump to high school was daunting. Big campus, confusing classroom names and people - lots of people! It took me a bit of time to find my feet, but once I did, school wasn’t as scary.
I discovered the opportunities that CHS offered. I joined the concert band, started going to Track Cycling training and joined a football team. Through these, I made new friends and connections.
As a Head Student, I want to contribute to CHS in a practical, grounded way. I care about how students experience school day to day. I’ll focus on listening and responding to students honestly to contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture.
He aroha whakatoo, he aroha puta mai. If kindness is sown, then kindness you shall receive.
Head Student – Anna Crouchman
Kia Ora, I believe everything in our lives comes back to connection — with ourselves, our environment, and each other. These connections create a foundation for our future, and this year I aim to strengthen the sense of connection within Cambridge High and the wider community.
I love the performing arts, being outside and simply being around people! You can always find me having a sing with my guitar or enjoying the sun at the beach. We are a mosaic of the people we’ve met and the places we’ve been, and Cambridge High is a place that’s shaped my story and I hope it can do the same for others.
I’m really looking forward to getting to know you all and celebrating all we have to offer. Erin, Ethan, Blake and I are so excited to bring this year to life, and we can’t wait to work alongside you all to make it one to remember. Happy 2026!
Head Student – Blake Williams
If there was one thing I wish I knew back in year 9, it would have been to take every opportunity in the school that I liked the sound of, no matter how worried I was of what people would think.
This was perhaps the hardest thing to get over in high school, but the second I stopped worrying about what people thought of me, opportunities opened up, connections grew, and I started having a better time at school than I ever thought possible. This is something I personally hope I can help every student with in their journey at CHS.
I’m so excited to be working alongside my fellow head students with the goal of making the school an exciting place filled with opportunities for all students. We all hope that every student can look back at 2026 with fond memories. I’m ready for a fantastic year at CHS!
BOT Student Representative
Barry Baldo
My name is Barry Baldo and I am honoured to serve as student representative on the Cambridge High School Board for 2026.
Despite moving to Putaaruru, I have decided to continue my education in Cambridge because of the educational and extra-curricular opportunities available. As the Board plans for the future, I am committed to providing students with a voice that supports our interests, wellbeing and academic needs. I thank the students of Cambridge High School for electing me to be student representative and I look forward to collaborating with the Board.
If students want to raise their concerns or have a chat then feel free to email me or meet me in person.
Te Hunga Taikaakaa
Te Hunga Taikaakaa is our Maaori Leadership roopuu consisting of Year 12 and 13 tauira who are keen to promote Te Ao Maaori and to support and encourage our Maaori students. Tauira in this roopuu help to organise and run a number of significant events throughout the year including our Whaanau Welcome Evening, the Combined Cambridge Schools Kapa Haka Festival, Te Wiki o Te Ao Maaori and our Ngaa Poutiaki Celebration evening. Tauira also liaise with other leadership groups and Ngaa Poutiaki (Whaanau Support group) and readily lead by example and promote the core values of our kura.
The student executive is made up of our head students and both school and house prefects. Our school prefects have portfolios of Academic, Arts, Community & Sustainability, Sports, Te Huingaa (Belonging & Connection), Senior Celebrations and Te Hunga Taikaakaa. Meet the prefects here.
Junior Executive
The Junior Executive is the Junior Leadership group for CHS. Students in this group organise a number of events throughout the year for the Junior School and also get involved in our wider community. Each week the students meet with members from the 24/7 Youth Work Team to discuss initiatives such as PB4L school wide focusses and lunchtime activities and how to best lead by example. Members of the Junior Forum also help with school event such as the School Ball and aim to encourage students to be active and participate.
Physical Address:
25 Swayne Road, Cambridge 3434,
New Zealand
Postal Address:
Private Bag 882, Cambridge 3450,
New Zealand
Telephone:
+64 7 827 5415
