Successful Learners – the only option

TIKIPUNGA HIGH SCHOOL

PROSPECTUS

PROSPECTUS

ENROLMENTS

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WELCOME We are a proud school, with mana in our history and even more potential waiting in the wings.

We care about our tamariki here, from year 7 all the way to year 13.

We learn with them, and work with them to ensure our tamariki reach their potential.

We succeed in bringing positive learning experiences to our students and their whanau. We strive for the best standards possible and for our tamariki to be successful.

We invite you to visit our school and learn more about the education and opportunities we can offer your child.

Ko te awhinatanga, te matauranga, te mana tangata me te rangatiratanga nga uara o ta tatou kura. Te Kura o Tukua o Punga. Ko te angitu o te akonga te whainga, kia eke a ia ki nga taumata puta noa.

Alec Solomon Tumuaki/Principal

VISION Tikipunga High School will provide effective leadership, quality teaching and an environment which engages our community. All of this is supported by good governance. This provides the foundation for us to achieve our vision that every student:

• Has the right to be a successful learner;

• Will be viewed as a taonga (treasure) with talents and special aptitudes which will provide the platform upon which his or her personalised learning program is based;

• Has their mana (identity) acknowledged and valued;

• Will not be given up on;

• Has the right to experience New Zealand’s cultural diversity and understand the unique position of things Mãori;

• Has their learning needs catered for;

• Has the provision to study Te Reo Mãori from year 7-13;

• Will be provided with a variety of opportunities;

• Is confident their successes will be celebrated.

SCHOOL CREST Our school crest serves as a visual metaphor for what we stand for as a school. It was designed by a former Deputy Principal of Tikipunga High School, Clive Williams.

The T in the crest refers not only to the ‘T’ in the word Tikipunga but visually it also represents the power and beauty of Otuihau (the Whangarei Falls). The tuna (eel) which is illustrated shows the importance of determination and perseverance which it the tuna displays in its life cycle by travelling all the way to Tonga to breed. The three punga (eel traps) show by implication the importance of working alongside others as a means to getting the best outcomes.

We offer top quality education to all our students covering the essential learning areas. Students are encouraged to achieve personal excellence by studying subjects in-depth to expand their knowledge, understanding and skills. Our timetable is structured in a way that allows senior students to study subjects at different levels in the same year. We are happy to tailor courses to suit individual student’s needs and interest. Please just talk to us!

YEARS 7 & 8 In Years 7 and 8, students study core subjects and receive specialist teaching in Te Reo Māori, Art, Physical Education, Technology classes in Design Wood, Digital Technology Food, Textiles and Music. Special attention is given to any student experiencing learning difficulties through Specialist Teacher and Teacher Aide assistance and support.

YEAR 9 All students study English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Health and Physical Education. The remaining curriculum areas will be covered by a multi course structure of term modules: Art, Design Wood, Digital Technology, Food, Textiles and Music.

YEAR 10 In Year 10 all students take English, Health & Physical Education, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Students then choose two option subjects they will wish to study: Design Wood, Te Reo Māori, Art, Digital Technology, Food Technology and Textiles.

SENIOR SCHOOL – YEARS 11, 12 & 13 Our school guides students’ entry into courses according to their career path and their own individual learning needs. Our timetable allows five subject choices at multiple levels if required. Students in the senior school will study towards a National Certificate of Achievement (NCEA). Students gain credits towards their goals by achieving the required standards within each subject.

ACHIEVE

TE PUTAHITANGA Te Putahitanga provides educational and therapy services to students with a variety of physical and intellectual disabilities and who are funded by the Ministry of Education through the Ongoing Resourcing Scheme (ORS). The aim of Te Putahitanga is to provide a holistic education for all students to develop and succeed in their lives. Te Putahitanga creates a safe learning environment in which students can learn and grow in the independence and offers the “Best of Both Worlds”, access to specialist services as well as the opportunity for a mainstream education and the achievement of national qualifications.

Through achievement comes opportunity

GATEWAY The Gateway programme enables Year 11-13 students to participate in structured workplace training in occupations of their choice, gaining NCEA credits. The aim of this programme is to provide students with workplace experience, industry insight and skills which will help them to make a more informed career pathway decision in the future.

STAR (Secondary-Tertiary Alignment

Resource) STAR funding allows senior student to complete short courses of study to gain NCEA credits in a wide range of areas, as diverse as First Aid, Defensive Driving, barista skills and so much more. These courses are provided by educators such as private training organisations and North Tec.

AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY The Automotive course is an intense programme designed for Year 12-13 students looking to pursue trades in the automotive field. Credits are accrued using a mixture of industry standards many of which have a practical component. The course has proved to be flexible in its structure providing a balance of academic and (skill) project based components.

SERVICES ACADEMY This programme is offered to our Year 12-13 students and is aimed at significantly improving the cadets’ self-discipline, physical fitness, literacy and numeracy and life skills. Many graduates will be recruited in the Defence Force. The Academy spends about half its time on physical fitness and half on a tailored programme for each individual student to work towards achieving an appropriate NCEA qualification.

MAORI CULTURAL TOURISM ACADEMY The Maori Cultural Tourism Academy covers all aspects of Tikanga Maori, performance and language. The indepth knowledge gained of these aspects, combined with the students genuine interest and passion, leads to the study and practical application of Maori Tourism.

CAREERS The Careers Advisor is available for a range of services including subject and career planning, as well as tertiary and scholarship information. The Careers Office arranges a number of programmes and initiatives to support student achievement throughout the year, including field trips and school-based presentations.

SCHOOL VALUES The importance of people and relationships a foundation for successful learning partnerships.

AKO Everyone learning

together

MANAAKITANGA Empowerment of self

and others

PONO Remain truthful and

honest

TIKANGA The way we do things

WHANAUNGATANGA Knowing, caring and

connecting

Tikipunga High School staff are always open to having korero with our parents, whanau and members of our community. We listen to your needs and concerns and celebrate the achievements of your tamariki.

Korero is paramount. We welcome teachers talking to whanau and whanau talking to teachers. We value this partnership through open lines of communication open. We are here to work as a team and to support each student during their time at our school.

He tangata, He tangata, He tangata

CONNECT

STUDENT LED WHANAU LEARNING HUI A Student Led Whanau Learning Hui is a meeting run by the student for his or her whanau, entirely focused on the student's recent learning. During the Whanau Learning Hui the student presents work in different curriculum areas, discussing the process of learning and the progress made to date. Student Led Whanau Learning Hui is held in Term 1 and Term 3 of each year.

PROGRESS REPORTS Reports are issued twice each year. Written reports are issued at the end of term two and at the end of the year. An opportunity for parents to meet and discuss their child’s progress is held via our Student Led Whanau Learning Hui. Parents/Caregivers are encouraged to contact their child’s Whanau teacher at any time to discuss their children’s progress.

STUDENT SUPPORT CENTRE The Pastoral care network at Tikipunga High School is responsible for ensuring the wellbeing of all students at the school and involves a variety of services and agencies that work in close collaboration. The Student Support Centre is open to students from 8.40pm to 2.10pm every day.

Counselling: The Guidance Counsellor offers a

confidential service to students and can assist with any concerns that may be affecting them at school or home. The Guidance Counsellor also works with families.

Outside Agencies: A range of outside agencies are

facilitated through the Student Support Centre including: Kids Can, Salvation Army, Doctor, Health Nurse, Family Counselling; Mental Health Services; Special Education, Health Camps; Mentoring; Psychologists and Health Services.

Tiki High Kai: Food is available to all students (no cost)

at the café on Interval: Tuesday and Friday. Lunchtime: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.

IHAD (I HAVE A DREAM CHARITABLE TRUST) I Have a Dream Charitable Trust works closely with students at Tikipunga High School. Our full-time Navigators follow the children through primary, secondary and tertiary education to provide consistent academic oversight, advocacy and support. Navigators have a formal relationship with the four local Tikipunga participating schools, engage with the children’s families and communities, and provide services for kids that give them the life skills and academic support they need to succeed. Enrol your child through the school office. Keep up with the news by checking us out on Facebook – I Have a Dream Charitable Trust NZ; website www.ihaveadream.org.nz and email office@ihaveadream.org.nz

Variety Kiwi Kid Sponsorship – 5 to 15 yr olds

Kiwi Kid Sponsorship can help to provide a child aged 5-15 years with the basic essentials such as bedding, clothing, school and healthcare costs.

If you would like more information please contact Fiona Rowse at Student Support or talk to our friendly office staff. We have application forms available at school.

PUNGA HOUSES & WHANAU TEACHERS All students are assigned to a Punga and Whanau class. The Whanau Teachers are responsible for overseeing the academic and pastoral care of their students. Whanau Teachers play a key part in communications with families. Whanau Teachers contact parents and caregivers on a regular basis to discuss student progress and well being. The whanau teacher is the first point of contact for you. Punga Houses: Kowahi – Yellow, Totara – Orange and Titoki - Green

ASSEMBLIES Punga assemblies are held fortnightly, with full school assemblies once a month.

WEBSITE & FACEBOOK The school website is regularly updated and developed to provide current information about the school. Parents can access through the parent portal, reports, attendance, fees and other important information. The address is www.tikihigh.school.nz Information is also available on Facebook: Tikipunga High School.

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Our mana comes from the success of those around us

CELEBRATE

PRAISEGIVING Our praisegivings are held for the Senior and Middle school at the end of the year. The praisegiving ceremony is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the successes gained by students for the year.

PRAISE POSTCARDS Praise postcards are posted to students’ parents/caregivers to acknowledge achievements made in or outside the classroom and to recognise ‘living’ our values.

NEWSLETTER Newsletters are an important way to keep in contact with parents and caregivers. We want parents and caregivers to share in the celebration of student successes, to be informed about forthcoming events, staff changes and new initiatives. Our newsletter is issued fortnightly and emailed to parents. Current and archived newsletters are available on the school website www.tikihigh.school.nz.

SPORTS Sport is a vital part of the co-curricular programme at Tikipunga High School. Participation levels are high and the school has a proud record in both team and individual achievements. We actively encourage all students to join college teams and we rely on staff, parental and community support. With a record of regional, national and international sporting excellence, we have a range for sports from all that you expect and some you wouldn’t. Find your sporting niche at Tikipunga High School. Sports include:

• Beach Volleyball

• Volleyball

• Basketball

• Rugby

• Rugby League

• Hockey

• Football

• Netball

• Swimming

• Waka ama

• Touch rugby

• Turbo touch

• Bowls

• Squash

• Badminton

• Table tennis

• Cross country

• Athletics

• Boccia

• Mountain biking and much more

CULTURE COUNTS – KAPA HAKA Tikipunga High School has a strong reputation for culture, tikanga Maori and nurturing the mana of our students. Whanau are valued as vital partners in everyday teaching and learning. We pride ourselves on our partnerships with our whanau, hapu and iwi. This is evident in our connection with local Iwi and Pehiawera Marae. Te Kapa o Tukua o Punga supports our representation in the region by annually attending Te Tai Tokerau Festival and Nga Manu Korero Regionals. At Tikipunga High School, culture counts. Where you come from and who you are really does matter here. It is this that makes us different to everyone else.

EXTRA CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES A range of opportunities allows Tikipunga High Students to achieve success beyond the classroom. These include:

• Winter and summer sports

• Punga Swim Challenge

• NZ Sailing/Steinlager2/Lion NZ

• Values Voyage

• School camps

• Tough Guy n Gal Challenge

• Year 9 Ski Trip

• Year 10 Wetland Planting

• Senior School Bay of Islands Retreat

• Year 7 & 8 Sports Exchange

• Senior Tongariro Crossing

• R Tucker Thompson

• Nga Manu Korero

• Class Trips

• Science Fair

• Sir Edmund Hillary Trip

• Market Day and much more

YEARS 7 - 13 Shirt Maroon Badged Shirt Shoes Black flat soles. Sandals Black (flat soles) with ankle strap. Pants Black dress trousers only. Denim, cargo fabric is unacceptable. Shorts Black above the knee ‘dressy’. Short length shorts are unacceptable. Skirts Black knee length. Long splits or mini-skirts are unacceptable. Jumper Burgundy badged. Non regulated hoodies/jackets are unacceptable. Jacket Black badged soft shell jacket or black badged

anorak (girls and boys) Socks Black ankle or white ankle (girls) Hats Plain black caps or plain black bucket hats are acceptable only during Term 1 and Term 4. Labelled beanies/caps of any description are unacceptable.

YEARS 11 – 13 (ONLY) Shirts White badged Blouse/Shirt

PHYSICAL EDUCATION GEAR All students are to have a change of clothes for Physical Education. Shorts, trackpants, plain t-shirt/top any colour Appropriate footwear. Swimwear - One piece swimwear, board shorts or rash shirts or any combination of these. Cotton fabric is not permitted into the pool.

UNIFORM SUPPLIER THE WAREHOUSE, Okara Shopping Centre, Whangarei Phone: 09-438 0346

UNIFORM Tikipunga High School is a uniform school. One of the most important ways the school can maintain its excellent reputation and image in the community is for all students to wear our school uniform with respect and pride.

194 CORKS ROAD, TIKIPUNGA, WHANGAREI, NEW ZEALAND

TEL: 09 4373299 0800437329 FAX: 09 4372522 EMAIL: sec@tikihigh.school.nz

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