2020 Year 10 Options Information - Inspired Learning, Exciting Futures Whakamanawa akoranga, Whakawana ki mua - Papamoa College
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Inspired Learning, Exciting Futures Whakamanawa akoranga, Whakawana ki mua 2020 Year 10 Options Information
2020 Year 10 Options Information
Year 10 students will be part of a Year 9/10 Learning Commons and have a learning programme that
includes English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Physical Education, Citizenship and a choice of up to
six options from a range of learning areas.
Year 10 Options run for one semester (half year) each except Music, French and Te Reo Maori. These
courses will run for the full year due to the technical and practical requirements.
Options fit within three categories. Students should choose two options from each of these categories:
Arts Technology Other
Dance Graphics / DVC Enterprise
Drama Technology Digital Health
Digital Art Technology Food Languages French*
Media Studies Technology Materials Languages Te Reo Maori*
Music* Technology Textiles Sports Performance
Visual Art
Option courses will only run if there is sufficient student interest and there is available staffing.
* Languages and Music - Selecting a Year 10 Language or Music option is important if students wish to take
these subjects in the Senior School.
We will attempt to provide students with their first choice, but due to numbers we sometimes need to use
back-up choices.
Options forms will be distributed separately and will be completed at home, signed by a parent/caregiver
then collected at school by your child’s Admin teacher.
Choosing Options
It is important for students to choose options that they are interested in and want to learn. Gaining a broad
education in the Middle School is advisable before increased subject specialisation in the Senior School
(Year 11-13).
Good reasons for choosing options
I am interested in learning more
The option learning area may be of use for future learning in this area
(This is especially important for languages)
I have enjoyed learning in this area this year
Poor reasons for choosing options
My friends are taking an option
A particular teacher is /or isn’t teaching the option
I can’t think of anything else to do
It is important that students talk to parents/caregivers before selecting options. Students and their
parents/caregivers are encouraged to attend the Subject Pathways Expo in the Theatre from 4.30-5.30pm
on Thursday 8 August to speak with subject specialist teachers about subject choices and Senior School
students about their learning experiences.
Year 10 Options InformationArts Options
Visual Art Students will explore a range of art-making processes. The learning programme
will explore the influence of artists and designers, from the past and present.
Students will address creative problem solving and production. They will extend
their knowledge with a combination of traditional and contemporary mediums
such as: Digital art and design utilising Wacom tablets, photography and the
Adobe Suite, mixed-media such as paint, collage, inks, dry media and
printmaking.
Mrs MacDuff hmacduff@papamoacollege.school.nz
Digital Art This class will expose students to the process of designing artwork using a variety
of different technologies. Students will apply their knowledge of the elements
and principles of design to strengthen their visual literacy. We will explore a
range of digital techniques using various media and software programs and study
the design work of contemporary and historical designers and artists. Possible
areas of exploration include, yet are not limited to: graphic design, photography,
moving image, animation and digital painting, digital coding of artworks
combined with the application of computational thinking and the development
of transferable digital media skills.
Mrs MacDuff hmacduff@papamoacollege.school.nz
Dance In this course, students will gain a variety of skills, techniques and practices as
well as looking at Dance in different cultures and contexts. As part of the class,
students will explore choreographic processes in order to create, rehearse and
perform dances. We will also look at a variety of different dancers /dances and
reflect on how they communicate ideas to an audience.
Mrs Reid jreid@papamoacollege.school.nz
Drama In this course, we will investigate Process Drama in more detail. We will explore
a variety of theatre forms and/or periods and use Drama elements, techniques
and conventions to perform prepared and improvised Drama. We will also
observe Drama and discuss how the different parts come together to create
effective dramatic performances.
Music This course is designed to give an introduction to all information and skills
needed for NCEA Level 1 Music. There is Music A (terms 1 and 2 only) or a full
year course.
Music A allows students with no prior experience to start right from the basics.
Students develop knowledge of the ingredients of music and work on developing
performance skills. We cover: Performance Skills (Solo/Group); Composing an
original piece or song; Listening for elements in music (Aural Skills); Theory and
Score-Reading – how to read and write music. We also work on a class and
own-choice Music Inquiry. There will also be opportunities to look at Music
Technology.
The full year course is for students who have completed Music A and wish to
continue extending their music knowledge and skills, and for those who have
already played/currently play an instrument or had theory lessons to a sufficient
level. Students with prior Music knowledge will work on some extension
material with notation software and individualised work.
Students are required to learn an instrument either privately or through the
Itinerant Music programme as part of the Year 10 Music option, for both Music A
and the full year course. Students must commit to weekly attendance at lessons
for the duration of their option Music course.
Mrs Daniela kdaniela@papamoacollege.school.nzMedia Studies In this course students will study elements of the filmmaking process. At first in a
general sense by analysing the Hollywood system and then in a more focused
way by looking at how films get made in New Zealand. Different careers will be
analysed; in particular stunt work, make-up and fight choreography. This will
culminate in the students writing, storyboarding, directing and producing their
own short film(s). Students may choose between documentary film making and
computer game design.
Mr Bird gbird@papamoacollege.school.nz
Technology Options
Technology This course focuses on designing and producing digital outcomes that meet
Digital a need or solve a problem. Outcomes include computer programs and
media such as edited video and images. Students will gain a primary
understanding of computer technology and electronic environments as well
as learning to produce creative solutions in real world situations.
Mr Barber gbarber@papamoacollege.school.nz
Technology This course is for students who are interested in problem solving and
Food expanding their knowledge of food processing. Students will develop
innovative food products to meet a need or realise an opportunity they
have discovered. Students will undertake research, experiment with a range
of ingredients and test and evaluate their design ideas. They will develop
their knowledge of food and food processing.
Mrs Lomas mlomas@papamoacollege.school.nz
Technology This course offers students the opportunity to explore the area of
Materials purposeful design and construction. Students will learn techniques,
methods and processes specifically related to the use of wood, plastic,
metal, electronics and composite materials. Students will enhance their
understanding of technology practice through problem solving, drawing,
modelling and product development.
Mr Thomas mthomas@papamoacollege.school.nz
Technology This course is for students who are interested in designing and
Textiles manufacturing products that solve authentic problems using textiles as a
main material. Students will develop knowledge and skills in fashion
sketching, material performance properties and methods of construction.
They will use a variety of specialist equipment to develop high quality and
innovative outcomes.
Mrs McCreary amccreary@papamoacollege.school.nz
Technology DVC is a creative design course that encourages students to research ideas,
DVC develop concepts and present work through a wide range of drawing styles
and software programmes. Students will learn to be observant, analytical
and critical of existing outcomes and identify elements that will give
inspiration for their own work.
Mr Hewes phewes@papamoacollege.school.nzOther Options
Languages In this full year course, students will study the French language and be able to
French communicate in French about simple information. This will involve speaking,
listening, reading, writing, presenting and recording digitally in French.
Through learning a second language, students will boost their memory, enhance
their social and problem solving skills and become better lateral thinkers.
They will also deepen their intercultural awareness by exploring French food, art,
fashion, music, sport, French TV and film. This will help them grow an appreciation
for another culture while creating links to the cultures with which they are familiar.
They will also have the opportunity to have an ‘E-Pal’ from our link school in New
Caledonia. This will also forge valuable connections with French students of a similar
age and provide a real purpose to communicate.
Mrs Mair kmair@papamoacollege.school.nz
Languages In this course, students will study Te Reo Maori and be able to communicate in Te
Te Reo Maori Reo Maori about simple information, in a familiar context. This communication will
include, speaking, listening, writing, reading, viewing and presenting in Te Reo
Maori. A study of Tikanga will also give students awareness and an appreciation for
Maori culture, where the practical and holistic approach of this study is given.
Students will also participate and contribute to Kapa Haka as part of their
appreciation for Maori Culture.
Whaea Melis mkapene@papamoacollege.school.nz
Enterprise Enterprise Studies focuses on the world of Commerce and explores business,
Studies economics, and accounting. A major part of the course involves students building a
business. They will need to determine a suitable product, find funding, produce the
item, market and sell the product at a Market Day event. Specific learning and skills
developed include: cash management, basic accounting, basic economics,
communication and team building.
Mrs Lee jlee@papamoacollege.school.nz
Sports In Sport Performance we will use a challenged based learning programme to explore
Performance learning in, through and about movement. Sport Performance will encourage
students to engage in movement experiences that promote and support the
development of physical and social skills. This course will foster critical thinking and
action and enable students to understand the role and significance of physical
activity for individuals and society. The skills developed in Sport Performance will be
useful for all students and especially those who are interested in careers such as
coaching, sports psychology, personal training, sports marketing and management,
teaching, sports medicine, sports science, performance analysis, police,
physiotherapy, outdoor instructing and much more.
Mr Leask nleask@papamoacollege.school.nz
Health In Health students will consider personal, interpersonal and societal perspectives
when learning about health-related issues such as sexuality, resilience and hauora.
Students will explore strategies for dealing with these issues and how these
strategies can enhance their well being. The learning will also cover how to
participate, contribute and develop healthy communities.
Mr Leask nleask@papamoacollege.school.nz2020 Year 10 Option Selection Form
Student First Name __________________________ Surname___________________________
Learning Commons _________________________ Admin Teacher _____________________
Complete your intentions for 2020: I am Returning Leaving Uncertain (Circle one)
Year 10 Options Selection - please select your options carefully and note that many, but not all, courses
appear in more than one option line.
Year 10 Options run for one semester (half year) each except Full year Music, French and Te Reo Maori. These courses
will run for the full year due to the technical and practical requirements.
Option courses will only run if there is sufficient student interest and there is available staffing.
Semester One - make your selection by writing your choice in the space at the bottom of each box.
Option line 81A: Option line 82A: Option line 83A:
Dance Drama Enterprise
Digital Art Enterprise Languages French (full year)
Enterprise Graphics/DVC Languages Te Reo Maori (full year)
Graphics/DVC Health Music A (half year)
Sports Performance Languages French (full year) Music (full year)
Technology Digital Media Studies Media Studies
Technology Food Sports Performance Technology Food
Technology Materials Technology Food Technology Materials
Technology Textiles Visual Art Technology Textiles
Visual Art
First choice:
First choice: First choice:
Back-up option:
Back-up option: Back-up option:
Semester Two - make your selection by entering your choice at the bottom of each box. Note that full year courses
need to be recorded in both Semester One and Semester Two, in the same option line (A and B).
Option line 81B: Option line 82B: Option line 83B:
Dance Drama Enterprise
Digital Art Graphics/DVC Languages French (full year)
Enterprise Enterprise Languages Te Reo Maori (full year)
Graphics/DVC Health Music (full year)
Sports Performance Languages French (full year) Media Studies
Technology Digital Media Studies Technology Food
Technology Food Sports Performance Technology Materials
Technology Materials Technology Food Technology Textiles
Technology Textiles Visual Art Visual Art
First choice:
First choice: First choice:
Back-up option:
Back-up option: Back-up option:
We will attempt to provide students with their first choice, but may have to use the back-up choice.
Are there any other comments/suggestions that you would like us to consider?
Student Signature: ______________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________You can also read
