At school, Whatarangi gained House Colours for commitment to his House, School, Sport and Academics. He also received his Rugby Cap and Pocket for playing in the Schools 1st XV. Whatarangi was 2014 House Prefect and has been part of the School's Kapa Haka group over the last 4 years. He was also House Swimming Captain, and involved in Year 12 Leadership Training and has competed as part of the School Ski Team in local and North Island Secondary School competitions.
"..Whatarangi is a good role model. His honest and respectful approach to life makes him stand out from the crowd. He is a hard worker and a sportsman who leads by example…In his position as House Prefect he has displayed great loyalty and integrity, and through that he has definitely earned my respect.." Jakob Kemenater, Housemaster of Selwyn, Wanganui Collegiate School.
Whatarangi is currently studying for a Bachelor of Agricultural Commerce at Lincoln University and will graduate at the end of Semester 2, 2018.