Marco, New Zealand facts for kids
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Marco
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 Marco
Location in Taranaki Region
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Manawatū-Whanganui region |
| District | Stratford District |
Marco is a small community, or settlement, located in the Stratford District of New Zealand. It's found in the Manawatū-Whanganui region, which is in the western part of New Zealand's North Island. Marco is situated northeast of Whangamōmona and is right on State Highway 43. The Whangamōmona River flows through this area, and the Stratford - Okahukura railway line passes close by.
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How Marco Got Its Name
Have you ever wondered how places get their names? Marco has a fun story behind its name! The settlement is named after Marco Road, which runs nearby. This road was actually named after a dog!
The dog, named Marco, belonged to a district surveyor named Mr. Sladden. A surveyor is someone who measures and maps land. One day, while Mr. Sladden and Marco were out pig hunting, a very large wild boar attacked. Sadly, Marco the dog was killed by the boar right in the middle of where the road was being planned. To remember the brave dog, the road, and later the settlement, were named Marco.
Marco School: Learning in the Countryside
Marco is home to a small but special school called Marco School. It's a coeducational school, meaning both boys and girls attend. It teaches students from years 1 to 8, which covers primary school ages.
School Life and Community
Marco School has a small number of students, usually around 18. The students mostly come from farming families, so their education often has a focus on rural life. This means they might learn about farming, nature, and the outdoors. The school is led by its principal, Anna Stockman, and has two part-time teachers, Claire Hunger and Gwenda Pease.
Marco School is part of a group of local schools called the Eastern Districts Cluster. This group includes Marco, Huiakama, Makaahu, and Toko schools, who work together.
A Look Back: School History
Marco School has a long history! It first opened its doors on 21 March 1898. When it first started, it was known by a different name: Upper Whangamomona School. It kept that name until November 1905, when it officially became Marco School.
