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Waitaki Girls’ High School
Subject Information Guide
Year 9
Respectful Responsible Resilient
Kia Whakaute Kia Haepapa Kia Kaha i kā katoa
Young women well-equipped for the world
The School Motto
“Dulcius ex Ardius”
“There is satisfaction to be gained from
working hard”.
Our vision:
“Young women well-equipped for the world.”
Principal Ms Walker
Deputy Principal Ms Williams
Assistant Principal Mrs Williams
Deans: Year 9 Mrs Hudson
Year 10 Dr McIntyre
Year 11 Mrs Wright
Waitaki Girls’ High School
Year 12 Mrs Bain
Year 13 Ms Sinclair
Guidance Counsellor Mrs Corlet
Careers Advisor Mrs Hay
Executive Officer Mrs S Grant
Principal’s PA Mrs Sime
Office Staff Mrs Leslie
Mrs Mackenzie
Mrs Boraman
Sports Coordinator Mrs Jones
Librarian Mrs Robinson
Young women well-equipped for the world Programme for Week One
Tuesday 29 January Thursday 31 January
8.40am Welcome in School hall 8.40am Usual Thursday
9.15am Whānau timetable
10.30am Peer Support
11.00am Interval Friday 1 February
11.30am Peer Support 8.40am Usual Friday timetable
12.00pm Run through tomorrow’s
timetable 4 - 5 February
1.15pm Lunch 8.40am Usual timetable
2.15pm House Meetings
2.50pm Whānau Wednesday 6 February
3.20pm End of School School closed - Waitangi Day
Wednesday 30 January
8.40am Level meeting—Year 9
to meet Mrs Hudson in
hall.
9.00am Whānau—introduction
of all students
9.30am Usual Wednesday
timetable classes
Dates for 2019
Term 1 29 January to 12 April
Term 2 29 April to 5 July
Term 3 22 July to 27 September
Waitaki Girls’ High School
Term 4 14 October to 6 December
The Waitaki Way
Respectful (Kia Whakaute): Care and consideration for self, others, and the school
environment
Responsible (Kia Haepapa): Make the best decision possible and take ownership of your
actions
Resilient (Kia Kaha I kā katoa): Be prepared to persevere and explore solutions.
Classroom Expectations
Arrive on time.
Be prepared, bring the correct equipment to class.
Use appropriate language - avoid put downs.
Respect for everyone in the classroom
Young women well-equipped for the world
At Waitaki Girls’ High we follow the Waitaki Way through
PB4L which stands for Positive Behaviour for Learning. It is
all about having a positive culture in the school.
The Waitaki Way is a common school wide purpose and
approach to discipline. It aims to minimise problem
behaviour and maximise and celebrate positive social
and academic student behaviours
It has a clear set of positive expectations for all students and staff
Respectful, Responsible, Resilient Learners
Kia Whaukaute, Kia Haepapa, Kia Kaha I kā katoa
There are procedures for teaching expected behaviour
All staff show, explain, and lead the practice of social skills within and
across all school settings
There is a continuum of procedures for encouraging expected behaviour
Lots of acknowledgement to students that is specific, positive and frequent
There is a continuum of procedures for discouraging inappropriate
behaviour
All staff use the same consequences
Waitaki Girls' High School Behaviour Expectations and Values
We want our learners to be Respectful, Responsible and Resilient all the
time in all settings – whether they are in the classroom, the playground, the
sports field or the wider community.
When we are respectful we care and show consideration for ourselves,
others and our school environment.
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When we are responsible we make the best decision possible and take
ownership of our actions.
When we are resilient we are prepared to persevere, to keep trying and to
explore all solutions.
If your daughter exhibits the expected behaviour she will be
acknowledged through:
Frequent verbal acknowledgment
Receiving a signature on her Dulcie card
For more special recognition she may receive a postcard from a teacher
for excellence of effort or behaviour observed over time. She may also
receive an Attendance certificate for 95% attendance for a term.
Teachers also try to nominate one student each term to receive a Gold
award for special behaviour that encapsulates the spirit of Positive
Behaviour for Learning.
Young women well-equipped for the world
Tēnā koutou katoa. Nau mai Haere mai
Welcome to Waitaki Girls’ High School
Greetings to our 2019 Year 9 students. I have
enjoyed meeting you on my visits to contributing schools and Transition Day.
I look forward to getting to know you better as you become fully fledged
members of Waitaki Girls' High School.
I think you will find us a friendly bunch with helpful and committed teachers.
Don't forget to ask senior students if you are unsure as we have a strong Peer
Support programme and "Big Sister; Little Sister" approach to learning. We
hope you will get involved in lots of activities during your time at Waitaki
Girls' High School – no matter what your interest we are bound to have
something to appeal to you as we have many clubs and sports groups and
we are very big on participation and doing your best.
We are a PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning) school which means we set
high expectations around behaviour based on our values of being
Respectful; Responsible and Resilient learners. Don't worry, if you're not sure
what they all mean; we will teach you. Essentially we treat people with
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respect and expect the same back. We also set high standards in uniform so
wear yours with pride. If you have worries or questions there are lots of
helpful people to ask starting with your Whānau Teacher; House Leader and
of course your Dean. Enjoy your time at Waitaki Girls' High School and I look
forward to getting to know you and your family better. Welcome.
Tracy Walker
Principal
Young women well-equipped for the world
Nau mai haere mai, ki Waitaki
Girls’ High School
My name is Mrs Sonia Hudson I am the
Year 9 Dean. It is a big change coming
to High School and it will take some
time for you to settle into school life. I
am here to help make this transition as
easy as possible and help you learn the
“Waitaki Way” of being Respectful, Resilient and Responsible.
When you arrive at school on Tuesday 29 January (8.40 am) you will be
welcomed into the school with a Powhiri in the MK Dunning Hall. This will be
followed by Whānau meetings, where you will meet your Year 13 Peer
Support leaders. At Waitaki Girls’ we have strong tuakana/teina (big sister/
little sister) relationships and Peer Support is part of this. I am the person to
see if you have any questions about school or need any help and advice.
You can contact me by email (shudson@waitakigirlshigh.school.nz), leave
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me a note or come and ask for me at the school office.
I am looking forward to meeting and getting to know you in 2019 and I am
sure you will enjoy being part of the Waitaki Girls’ High community.
Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou kātoa
Mrs Sonia Hudson
Waitaki Girls’ High School Young women well-equipped for the world
Daily Routine
Curriculum Pathways:
Where your learning leads
Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 Year 13
Art Art Art Art: Design Art: Design
Music Performance Arts Music Art: Painting Art: Painting
Art: Ngā Toi
Performing Arts Music & Drama Art: Photography Art: Photography
Music Music
English English English English English
English: Te Reo English Alternative English Alternative Media Studies
Pākeha
German German German German German
Japanese Japanese Japanese Japanese Japanese (Distance
Languages: Learning)
Mandarin Mandarin Mandarin (Distance Te Reo (Distance
Ngā Reo Learning) Learning) Te Reo (Distance
Te Reo (Distance Te Reo (Distance
Learning)
Learning) Learning) Te Reo (Distance
Learning)
Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics—Bridge Mathematics with
Mathematics - Mathematics Calculus
Mathematics:
Numeracy Mathematics and
Pāngarau Mathematics and
Statistics Statistics
Health & Health and Health and Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education
Physical Physical Education Physical Education Practical Physical
Education: Education
Hauora
Science Science Agriculture Agribusiness Agriculture/
Agriculture Science Biology Agribusiness
Science: Biology
Skills Science Chemistry
Pūtaiao Chemistry
Physics
Science Physics
Social Studies Social Studies Business Accounting Accounting
Economics Classical Studies
Social Geography
Geography Economics
Science: History History Geography
Tikanga-ā-Īwi
Tourism History
Tourism
Digital Technology Digital Technology Digital Technology Digital Technology Digital Technology
Design & Visual Food Technology & Food Tech & Food Tech & Nutrition Food Tech & Nutrition
Technology: Communication (DVC) Nutrition Nutrition
Graphics & Design Graphics & Design
Hangarau Food Technology Textiles Technology Textiles Technology (WBHS) (WBHS)
Textiles Technology Textiles Technology Textiles Technology
Careers Vocational Studies Dual Pathway Dual Pathway
Gateway Gateway
Transition Transition Transition
*Personal Wellbeing *Personal Wellbeing
All programmes Careers, English, Maths, English and English compulsory Student selected
compulsory Health, Mathematics, Science course
Guidance Physical Education, compulsory
Notes Social Studies, Science
compulsory
* All Year 12 & 13 students have a personal wellbeing programme for one hour per week, covering topics such
as leadership; healthy relationship and preparation for employment. This program does not offer NCEA credits
but is intended to develop life skills.
Year 9 Subject Guide
In Year 9 all students study subjects in the eight learning areas of English,
Languages, Mathematics, Physical Education and Health, Social Science,
Science, Technology and The Arts. These are all compulsory subjects.
In 2019 all students will study:
ENGLISH: Te Reo Pākeha TECHNOLOGY: Hangarau
Digital Technology
MATHEMATICS: Pāngarau
Food Technology &
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH: Hauora Nutrition
Textiles Technology
SCIENCES: Pūtaiao
THE ARTS: Ngā Toi
SOCIAL STUDIES: Tikanga-ā-Īwi Art
Music
Performing Arts
Language - Ngā Reo rotation of:
German
Japanese
Mandarin
A learning support class is also provided for those students who require
literacy support.
Subject contributions are required for: *The Arts $10.00
*Technology $50.00Year 9 Stationery List 2019
Please purchase these items prior to the start of Term 1.
It is recommended that all students have their own coloured pencils, pen drive (8G
minimum), eraser, pencil, black, blue & red pens, glue stick, ruler, compass, protractor
and scissors.
Art 3B pencil, eraser
English 1 x 1B8 for Assessment Tasks
A4 lined refill for some homework tasks
1 x 2B8 (A4 hard cover) for class work
Health 40 page clear file
Languages 1 x 1B5 exercise book
Mathematics 2 x 1E8 exercise books
Calculator - we recommend a Casio fx-82AU PLUS. (Refer to
school website if you wish to purchase a graphics calculator)
Music 1 x 1B5
1 x 14M5 (loose leaf manuscript paper)
Performing Arts 1 x 1B5 exercise book
Science 1 x 2B8 (hardcover) book
20 page clear file
Social Studies 1 x 2B8 (hardcover) book
1 x 1B4 exercise book
Technology 1 x 60 page A4 Visual Diary
Any payment can be paid at the office or through Internet Banking –
Account details 010964 0077707 00 Ref: student’s nameAbsences If you are absent, your parent/caregiver needs to ring the school office before 9 am to
let us know. They need to be able to tell us your year group when they ring. That helps
us record their call more quickly. If they phone, they do not need to send a written
note.
Activities During the last three days of Term 4, Year 9 and 10 students are involved in a range of
activities. Year 10 students have the opportunity to attend a five day camp at
Hanmer Springs ($380.00 in 2018). Those Year 10 students who choose to stay at school
and all Year 9 students select a number of activities from those offered which range in
cost from no cost to $35.00.
Appointments Appointments to go to the dentist or for driving lessons should, except in special
circumstances, be made after school. It is important that your study is not interrupted.
Assembly Assembly is the only time when the whole school is together. Please move promptly
and quietly to the hall. There should be no talking during assembly.
Attendance You are obliged by law to attend school until you are 16 years old. The only
reasonable causes for absence are sickness or a family crisis such as a bereavement.
To seek exemption from school for any other reason your parent/caregiver must
contact the Principal.
Board of Trustees The Board meets on the fourth Thursday of each month. Parents/caregivers are
welcome to attend. Please phone the Board Secretary Nila Sime first to ensure that
there has been no change of date.
Current board members are: Lyndon McLay (Chairperson), Susan de Geest, Linda
Wilson, Darryn Stewart, Emma Middlemass, Susie Sinclair, Jackie Grant (staff rep) and
Tracy Walker (Principal) and Maddison Forbes (Student Rep).
Bus Students Bus students catch a bus in Trent Street and are taken to Waitaki Boys’ High School
where they board their correct bus. All bus students are issued with a bus ID card. Our
buses are provided for rural students only.
BYOD We are BYOD capable and students are able to bring their own devices (lap top/
netbooks etc) for use within their classes. For more information on the devices we
recommend please contact the office.
Careers Advice Our Careers Advisor is Mrs Viv Hay. She is responsible for the careers programme which
operates at all levels and interviews all Year 10, 11, 12 and 13 students to ensure that
they have career directions and are prepared for these. Parents/caregivers are
welcome to make a time to see Mrs Hay. They can contact her by ringing 434 8429.
Cars at School Because of the acute shortage of parking around the school we ask that girls only
bring a vehicle when it is strictly necessary.
Vehicle Passes: All students bringing vehicles to school are required to complete a
permission to drive form. Parents/caregivers need to read the information on the form
before they sign it, as it is on this basis that a request will be considered. All Full licences
will need to be photocopied; this will be done at no cost at the school office and
should accompany the request form.
If you have a full licence and wish to carry passengers, then you need a letter from
your parent/caregiver naming the passengers you have permission to carry. The
parents of passengers also need to give their written permission for their daughter to
travel with the named driver. These letters all need to accompany the request for a
vehicle pass.
Vehicle passes are for one year only and need to be applied for again the next year.
Chewing Gum Chewing Gum is not permitted either in the school buildings or around the grounds. It
is not sold in the canteen.
Classrooms Classrooms should be kept clean and tidy at all times.Clubs and The school offers a choice of many clubs and activities. Students are encouraged to
Activities take part in these.
Communication Please look at our Facebook pages—School and Sports for up to date information
about events happening at Waitaki Girls’. We publish a newsletter twice a term. Your
daughter’s Whānau Teacher and Year Level Dean are available to deal with any
pastoral issues, such as issues with other students and relationships. Her subject teachers
and the Heads of Department are available to discuss issues to do with progress
teaching and learning programmes. If required, the Senior Leadership Team (the
Assistant/Deputy Principals and the Principal) are also available to meet with you to
discuss these issues further.
Detentions After three lunch time detentions, students will be required to attend detention after
school (3.30 - 4.30 pm). Parents/caregivers will be contacted. After-school
commitments are not a reason for failing to do an after-school detention.
Diaries These are issued free to Year 9 and 10 students, other students may ask for one. They
are sponsored by local businesses, who are listed in the diaries. We thank them for their
ongoing support.
Electronic Students/staff may have cell phones and other electronic signalling devices on the
Devices - school grounds and school buses and may use them before school (8.40am) and after
Cellphones school (3.20pm) (unless students are given permission to by their teacher for a learning
reason), and during interval and lunch hour only.
Email If you have provided the school with an email address on the enrolment form, this will
be the our means of communication with you for newsletters, financials, letters,
information regarding trips and relevant correspondence regarding school activity.
Please ensure that you check this email address regularly.
Students are also issued with an email address when they arrive at WGHS. Teachers use
this as a means of communication with their students, they are encouraged to check
this address regularly.
Emergency Drill The continuous ringing of bells indicates an emergency. You should make yourself
familiar with the instructions posted in each classroom and use the emergency exits.
Extra Curricula There are a significant number of extra curricula activities that you are able to be
involved with. Some of these require subscriptions to be paid (eg: Netball $85.00 in
activities
2018); some also have trips associated with them and some activities are school based
and require no payment (eg: Astra). If you are involved in extra curricula activities, you
are advised to find out what costs are associated with the activity. It may be possible
for assistance to be given to help cover some of these costs.
Grounds Please respect our beautiful grounds and see that they are kept free of litter.
Guidance Our Guidance Counsellor is Mrs Jenny Corlet. She is available to help both students and
parents by appointment. Parents wishing to see Mrs Corlet should phone 434 6534
Homework Girls will have some homework every night. In Year 9 expect about one hour, in Year 10
one and a half hours and from Year 11 on, two hours would be the minimum. If you
have concerns about this, please do contact the Level Deans. Homework should be
recorded in the homework diary which is issued free of charge to each student in Years
9 - 13.
Information If you do not know what to do, either ask your Whānau group teacher during Whānau
time, consult your Dean, or go to the school office which is in the administration block.Health As part of the curriculum you will be studying a variety of Health related subjects:
Education
Year 9 Through Year 9 Health the students study topics such as
Managing emotions, Stress Management, Goal Setting,
Bullying, Friendship, Decision Making, Communication Skills,
Problem Solving. In addition students study Puberty, Alcohol,
Year 10 Year 10 Health includes friendships, healthy relationships, risk
analysis and decision-making attitudes and values,
contraception and STI’s, access to health services; Keeping
safe-alcohol and drugs, sexual abuse, consent, sexual
orientation, diversity and inclusiveness, legal ages,
reproduction and pregnancy
Year 11 Sexuality, alcohol and drugs (Attitude presentation)
If your parent/caregiver has a concern with these issues or would prefer that you do not
attend these classes, they should feel free to contact Mrs Roberts by ringing the school
office on 434 8429 or email droberts@waitakigirlshigh.school.nz
Jewellery As jewellery can be a safety hazard in some situations, its wearing is restricted to a wrist
watch, one ear stud or small keeper in each ear and one small, discreet, silver or clear
nose stud only.
Some girls starting secondary school may have a problem with a bangle which no
longer comes off. This is not acceptable as part of our uniform. An Oamaru jeweller has
advised that bangles can easily be cut off and it is probably appropriate for the bangle
to be re-sized at this stage so that you can remove the bangle as required.
Please note that Māori students may wear taonga as part of their uniform provided it is
kept below their collar line.
Leave For dentist or doctor, please hand your card or note, signed by a parent, to the office
before school in the morning. Remember to sign the book before you leave and also
when you return. For special leave, please bring a note, from a parent, to the Principal
at least one week in advance.
Lost Property Lost property found around the grounds is brought to the school office. Please ensure
that every item of your uniform is named so that if it is lost, we can return it to you.
Lunch Passes Students who wish to have lunch regularly at home can be issued with a permanent
lunch pass. Permission will be granted on receipt of written/email from home. They may
go only to the address shown on the lunch pass and friends may not accompany them.
If a student needs to leave the school grounds at lunchtime for a special reason, a note
from a parent must be brought on the day and handed in at the office. The lunch pass
should be collected from the office at 1.10 pm. Permission is not given for lunch at
eating establishments in town.
Music Music Lessons are offered in all orchestral instruments; there is a cost of hiring an
instrument if required. If you are interested, please contact the school’s music teacher.
Drum and Guitar lessons are offered to Year 9 and music students.
Oamaru Youth Orchestra: The Oamaru Youth Orchestra welcomes new players in all
sections. If you are interested, please contact the school’s music teacher, Miss
Gonzales.
National Entry for all NQF Standards (Includes both Unit and Achievement Standards) is $76.70.
Qualification Scholarship Entries: $30.00 per subject.
Fees for 2019 Please note that NCEA fees for foreign fee paying students are different to the above
fee structure. Financial assistance will be available, and more details on eligibility will be
given to you in due course. Full details about NCEA fees, foreign fee payers, and
financial assistance can be viewed here. Application Form for Financial AssistanceNewsletters Newsletters are emailed twice a term. Please ensure that the school has your current
email address. Paper copies are always available at the school office.
Notes When your parent/caregiver writes notes for you, please be sure they include your
surname, year level and Whānau group
Out of Bounds The following places are out of bounds:
· Between the Hall/Library/A Block and Thames Street
· Between the Science Block and Trent Street
· Wilson Park
· The Recreation Centre and car park
· The Hostel grounds
· The Music Suite without permission
· Mayhew Grove and the area in front of X46, X47, X48 and X49
· Along Ouse Street frontage of the tennis courts and the grassed area between tennis
courts and Reed Street
· Area at top of the school above the Science Block.
Parent Portal This is accessed through the school website and contains information specific to your
daughter. Her timetable, attendance, financial summary, NCEA summary are all
available to you through this portal. Once your daughter is enrolled at Waitaki Girls’ you
will be given a username and password which will enable your access. Please contact
the office if you have difficulties logging on to our portal.
Reporting Feedback on your work and progress is ongoing and is available via the parent port
throughout the year. This is called ‘realtime reporting’. Those without portal access (via
the school website) will be sent an update at the end of each term
School Canteen Our mission is to provide healthy food. We pride ourselves with home made items
prepared by our hostel kitchen which enables us to keep stock at an affordable price.
We have daily specials including: sandwhiches, wraps, salads, hot items, cold items ie
fruit salad and mousse cups. Gluten Free food is also available. Eftpos is available.
The board outside the canteen lists the prices as they change regularly.
School Costs & Information explaining School Costs and Contributions are recoded on Kamar and
available on the Parent Portal. Statements will be emailed out each term.
Contributions
Payments for trips including sports must be paid at least 3 days prior to event.
Accounts are payable either:
· Via internet banking - ANZ 01 0964 0077707 00 Ref: Student’s Name
· Eftpos
· Cheque or cash in an envelope with first and last name and what the money is for.
Post the envelope through the secured payments box in the office foyer. If you use
cash and need it changed, please ask at the office.
All receipts will be handed out at Whānau group meetings.
Sick Bay Girls feeling unwell should tell the class teacher and be sent to the school office. If girls
feel unwell at interval or lunchtime, they must go to the office. Do not go straight home.Smoke Free Waitaki Girls' High School is a smoke free environment. We will continue to take all
Environments steps practicable to ensure there is no smoking in our school buildings or grounds.
Act Students need to be aware that if they are caught smoking, they will be punished.
Repeat offenders will be stood down.
Sports Help available; Help needed: We are concerned that nothing should prevent
students from being involved in sports if they wish to participate. If you need help to
pay subscriptions for sports teams, please contact the Guidance Counsellor.
If you have any sports gear - sports uniform - tennis racquet, hockey stick etc - at your
house that you no longer need, please would you drop it in to the school office. We
can use it for a student who may otherwise have difficulty participating. Thank you!
Student Printing All students are credited with $10.00 for printing and photocopying per year at the
beginning of each year. There after $2, $5 or $10 denominations can be purchased
from the office.
Textbooks Please could you check in your room for textbooks that belong to the school. If you
find any, they can be returned to the school office no questions asked. We would
appreciate your help with this.
Uniform If for any reason you are unable to wear correct uniform, you must bring a note from
your parent/caregiver for your Dean to explain this. You may then be issued with a
uniform pass.
Uniform Shop The Uniform Shop is open every Thursday 1pm to 2pm or by appointment from 3pm to
4pm, during the school term. The uniform shop will be opening for extra hours:
December 2018 January 2019
Wednesday 12th: 12pm - 7pm Thursday 17th: 3pm - 7pm
Tuesday 22nd: 12pm - 3pm
Thursday 24th: 3pm - 7pm
It can get very busy at the uniform shop, so if you know what you need you are
welcome to email your order and once we confirm your order you are able to collect
and pay for from the school office.
We accept cash, cheques, eftpos, credit cards and pre approved school accounts.
We also provide WINZ quotes. Note a 2% surcharge applies on credit card payments.
Lay buy is also available.
Phone Dixie Boraman on 434 8429 for any enquiries or email
uniform@waitakigirlshigh.school.nz.Young women well-equipped for the world School Song - Waitaki, Waitaki
Chorus
A great river and a clear white stone,
This is the school where I belong;
The stone weathers and the water flows,
This is the place where knowledge grows.
A great river and a clear white stone
Are my heritage, and make me strong.
Corridors reach from the past to the future,
I’ll take a walk down the paths of time;
Mountain and tussock stretch before me,
Here with my friends I’ll learn to climb.
Waitaki, Waitaki!
Chorus
Braided the river, so many channels,
So many things to be and do;
Waitaki Girls’ High School
Stone for the working, many shapings,
Fitted together, me and you.
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