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Preparing for 2026: St Louis High School, Kiribati, Welcomes New Staff Through Orientation Program
A week-long orientation program was underway at St Louis High School, Kiribati, bringing together new and returning staff as they prepare for the 2026 school year. Held from 12–16 January in Bishop Paul Mea Hall, the program was designed to support staff formation, reflection, and planning. It was led by senior management facilitators Frank Christopher, Deputy Principal (Junior), Tangaroa Arobati, Property Manager, and Kareaua Nawaia, Head of Student Welfare. Each day combine

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Jan 192 min read


Between Two Coconut Trees: Br Tim’s Makeshift Classroom Inspires Kiribati Students
“Just need two coconut trees to teach the children,” says Br Tim Leen, currently serving in Kiribati. For him, all it takes are a few...

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Aug 5, 20251 min read


Pasifika Updates: Kiribati Bishop’s First Anniversary, Lavalla200 and Mount Druitt Visit Fiji, and More Stories
Over the past two weeks, the Pacific islands have been buzzing with activity involving the Marist, who have been traveling from place to...

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Jul 30, 20252 min read


Marist Connections: St Joseph’s College Visits St Louis, Kiribati for Cultural Immersion
Immersions are a significant part of the school experience in our province. Given the vast area we cover - spanning 11 countries -...

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Jul 29, 20251 min read


Inclusive, Safe, and Strong: The Vision of St Louis High School, Kiribati, for Every Student
Safeguarding isn’t just a policy - it’s a way of thinking and a responsibility we all share throughout our school community. At St Louis...

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Jun 25, 20252 min read


Empowering the Next Generation: Marist Collaboration Brings Kiribati Youth Concerns to UN Spotlight
The Marists, through the Secretariat of Solidarity and their NGO Fondazione Marista per la Solidarietà Internazionale (FMSI), are amplifying the voices of Kiribati's youth on the global stage. This initiative is part of the United Nations' Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process, a mechanism that allows civil society organisations to highlight human rights challenges and propose solutions to UN member states. By collaborating closely with local young people aged 16-17, these

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Nov 18, 20246 min read


Oceania Comes Alive: From Kiribati Graduations to All Souls' Day Observances
From celebrating student graduations in Kiribati to observing All Souls' Day across the islands, Oceania has been vibrant with gatherings...

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Nov 15, 20243 min read


Clean Green Blue – Kiribati Marists’ Tireless Attempt to Save Their Island Home
Many would find it hard to point out Kiribati (pronounced Kiribas), a small island nation comprising 33 atolls and reef islands in the...

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Aug 20, 20246 min read
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