Te Puke High School

HigH ScHool

ProspectusTe Puke

2011

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Te Puke HigH ScHool PROSPeCTuS 2011

From the Principal ........................................... 2

Board of Trustees ............................................ 3

core Values ...................................................... 4

Academic Studies ........................................... 5

curriculum guide ............................................. 7

Personalised learning for our 21st century learners.............................. 9

Academic and career Pathways ................. 10

Scholarships .................................................. 11

gateway Programme .................................... 12

Singapore Educational & cultural Exchange ..................................... 13

international Students ................................. 14

Pastoral care ................................................. 15

Student leadership ....................................... 16

Houses ............................................................ 17

co-curricular Activities................................ 18

continual improvement ................................ 21

Building a Strong learning community ..... 22

Personnel ........................................................ 23

Uniform ........................................................... 25

Enrolment ....................................................... 28

general information ...................................... 29

conTEnTS

WElcomE To TE PUkE HigH ScHool

Aim HighWhaia Te Matauranga Tiketike

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From THE PrinciPAl

Tena koutou katoa. Welcome.I am proud to introduce our wonderful school to you.

Te Puke High School is a friendly, future-focussed school, which aims to provide quality learning experiences for each and every student.

Our students are placed at the heart of our school. Our highly professional dedicated staff strive to form strong positive learning partnerships with each and every student.

Within a supportive learning environment our students are challenged to reach their potential and become life-long learners. Te Puke High School is fast becoming known as a school that uses modern innovative technology to enhance learning.

Education is an important asset for each student’s future in an ever-changing world. Students of Te Puke High School are expected to take responsibility for their learning and aim for excellence in everything they do. When our students leave Te Puke High School, I want them to be technologically literate, able to gain new knowledge and skills with relative ease and have the competitive advantage for success in local, national and global communities.

Te Puke High School is small enough to care and large enough to compete.

Alan Liddle,Principal

“At Te Puke High School we take learning seriously. Within a supportive environment, our students are challenged to aim for excellence in everything they do.”

The Senior Leadership Team, from left: David Crone (Deputy Principal), Alan Liddle (Principal), Sheena Millar (Deputy Principal), Simon McGillivray (Deputy Principal).

Vision of Te Puke High School

Students and staff of Te Puke High School are lifelong learners who value their education as an asset for achieving their potential.

Students leaving Te Puke High School are technologically literate, able to learn new knowledge and skills with relative ease and have the attitude and work ethic for success in an ever-changing world.

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“The well-respected principal is providing effective professional leadership for the school. His considered approach to managing change has enabled staff and students to develop a shared vision and sense of direction. He is well supported by a hardworking senior leadership team who are committed to their newly defined roles.”

Ero report, 2009.

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“in my time as chair it has been most rewarding to support Te Puke High School’s continual improvement under the strong professional leadership of Alan liddle; to the point where our school is recognised as being a leading school in a number of initiatives.”

lynne clay, chairperson

BoArD oF TrUSTEES

TE PUkE HigH ScHool BoArD oF TrUSTEES:

The Board of Trustees aims to to deliver a high performing school by setting high expectations that are driven through the strategic plan. We strive to provide the students of our local community with a wide range of educational options that allow each student to reach their potential, and achieve their aspirations and career choices. Te Puke High School also gives students the opportunity to excel academically, in sport, and in performing arts.

A new Board has been formed in 2010 and we have been able to retain the expertise of a number of members of the past Board as well as being joined by three very capable new members. As a result there has been a smooth transition with no loss of impetus for the projects at hand.

A significant effort has gone into redesigning the school campus and gaining Ministry of Education funding and support for redevelopment of the whole site. We expect final approval and work to be underway soon.

BOaRd Of TRuSTeeSCHAIrPErSOn Lynne Clay

DEPuTy CHAIrPErSOn Trevor Howes

TruSTEES Paul LoganCheryl StephensCarol Scott

PrInCIPAL Alan Liddle

STAff TruSTEE Ivan Munkedal

STuDEnT TruSTEEZara Darbyshire

Lynne Clay, Chairperson

“Trustees have a clear understanding of their role and are committed to realising the school’s strategic direction. The board chairperson and trustees have developed an effective and productive working relationship with the principal. The new board committee structure is well aligned to planning and reporting requirements and functions in a complementary manner with senior leaders. Trustees are working effectively to govern the school in the best interests of students and their individual learning needs. ” Ero report 2009

“As Student Trustee i have been elected to bring the student perspective to the Board of Trustees and contribute to the governance of the school. i take this position seriously, as both a responsibility and an opportunity to learn from the role and to give back to the school that has given me so many invaluable experiences. it has been an honour and a privilege to work with a team that understands how unique a culture our school has and how important it is to preserve it, whilst striving to improve learning outcomes for students of Te Puke High School.” Zara Darbyshire, Student Trustee

mission Statement for Te Puke High School

Te Puke High School provides a supportive learning environment where students and staff are challenged to develop a mindset for continual improvement, thereby improving their learning capacity.

High expectations are placed on our students’ attitude, behaviour, work ethic, performance, learning and achievement to enable them to develop their capabilities as competent and confident 21st century learners who aim for excellence in everything they do within local, national and global communities.

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corE VAlUES

in 2009, a comprehensive review of core Values was conducted of all stakeholders groups: students, staff, BoT and Parents/caregivers. Four interlinking core Values (known as the 4rs) were identified which reflect the will of all stakeholder groups.

ReSPeCTMana Tangatarespect is the attitude of valuing and honouring someone or something. People who behave respectfully show consideration and care.At Te Puke High School students and staff are expected to always show respect for themselves, other students, staff and the learning environment.

ReSPOnSiBiliTyMana Motuhakeresponsibility is ‘stepping up to the plate’, taking control of your attitude and being accountable for your actions. People who behave responsibly are more motivated and able to achieve greater success and happiness.At Te Puke High School students and staff are responsible for achieving their personal best through commitment, persistence and self-discipline.

RelaTiOnShiPSWhanaungatangarelationships are the foundation for effective learning. research shows clearly that the quality of the relationships between the student, their teacher and their parents/caregivers influences student learning.At Te Puke High School students, teachers and parents/caregivers are encouraged to form strong positive learning partnerships focussed on improving student learning and achievement.

ReaChing POTenTialWhaia Te Matauranga Tiketikereaching potential is the attitude of making a personal commitment to achieve your personal best. People who are focussed on reaching their potential set and maintain high personal standards.At Te Puke High School students and staff are expected to aim for excellence in everything they do by having high expectations, good self-management and working hard to achieve their personal best; ‘Plus ultra’ -Aim High, Whaia Te Matauranga Tiketike.

ReSPeCT

RelaTiOnShiPS

ReaChing POTenTial

ReSPOnSiBiliTy

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AcADEmic STUDiES

“Students receive a range of sound learning opportunities. Appropriate programmes designed to meet the learning needs of students, including students in need of extension and learning support, have been implemented.”

Ero report 2006.

“Students have access to an appropriate range of individualised learning support pathways. High quality education, integration and care continue to be provided for students with special learning needs. The gifted and Talented programme is supported by the recently revised offsite Te Hapai rangatahi initiative to extend and enrich students’ learning opportunities. A useful programme for identified Year 9 and 10 students is raising literacy levels and, consequently, their access to the wider curriculum.”

Ero report 2009.

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use of transition information from the contributing schools, along with relevant test data collected at the beginning of year 9, enables our teachers to design programmes that best meet the learning needs of each and every student, including students in need of learning support and extension.

year 9 and 10 students experience a curriculum which is broad-based, ensuring that our junior students have a good grounding in all essential learning areas in preparation for when they enter our senior school. Classes are broad-banded at year 9 and 10 for English and Mathematics based on diagnostic testing.

Extension classes at year 9 and 10 enhance opportunities to meet the learning needs for our junior students.

yeaR 9All year 9 students study English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Physical Education and Health, and choose eight 10-week options from Materials Technology (Textiles, Wood and Metal), food Technology, Languages (Te reo Maori, Japanese, Spanish and french), Art, Drama, Graphics and Information Technology.

yeaR 10All year 10 students study English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Physical Education and Health, and choose four half-year options from Agriculture/Horticulture, Materials Technology (Textiles, Wood and Metal), food Technology, Languages (Te reo Maori, Japanese, Spanish and french), Art, Drama, Graphics and Information Technology.

year 10 students are able to gain Level 1 nCEA credits in some subjects.

yeaR 11All year 11 students study seven subjects towards achieving Level 1 and/or Level 2 nCEA. Compulsory subjects include English, Mathematics, Physical Education and Health and Career Education.

yeaR 12year 12 students study six subjects towards achieving Level 1, 2 and/or 3 nCEA. English is a compulsory subject.

yeaR 13year 13 students may study five, six or seven subjects towards achieving Level 1, 2 and/or 3 nCEA.

At Te Puke High School we are particularly proud of the excellent achievement of our ex-students at tertiary level. This is reflected in the number of ex Te Puke High School students who have graduated from universities throughout New Zealand.

At Te Puke High School we offer a comprehensive range of subjects to meet the needs of all students.

rotary golden Anniversary cup.

AcADEmic STUDiES

“The school collates information about student literacy and numeracy that is used for class placement in Year 9 and shared with subject teachers. in addition, results from the Supplementary Test of Achievement in reading (STAr), Progressive Achievement Tests (PAT) in reading are used to identify students needing individual literacy support in Years 9 and 10. The Special Education needs coordinator (SEnco), reading recovery teacher and subject teachers use these results to monitor individual student progress.

in 2008, Assessment Tools for Teaching and learning (asTTle) was used in mathematics with Year 9 classes. Teachers shared results with students, who were then able to monitor their own progress during the year.”

Ero report 2009

At Te Puke High School we take learning seriously. Within a supportive environment, our students are provided with quality learning opportunities that are meaningful and relevant to the learner.

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yeaR engliSh MaTheMaTiCS SCienCe SOCial SCienCe TeChnOlOgy

• FoodTechnology• TextilesTechnology• WoodTechnology• MetalTechnology• Graphics

• English • Mathematics • Science• RuralScience

• SocialStudies• Economics

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• English • Mathematics • Science • SocialStudiesyeaR 9 • FoodTechnology• TextilesTechnology• WoodTechnology• MetalTechnology• Graphics

• FoodandNutrition• FashionandDesign• WoodTechnology• MetalTechnology• Graphics• Technicraft

• English • Mathematics • Science• Agriculture• Horticulture

• Geography• History• Economics• Accounting

level 1

engliSh MaTheMaTiCS SCienCe SOCial SCienCe TeChnOlOgy

• FoodandNutrition• FashionandDesign• Automotive

Engineering• Graphics

• English• MediaStudies

• Mathematics • Science• Biology• Chemistry• Physics• Agriculture• Horticulture• Environmental

Science

• Geography• History• Tourism• Economics• Accounting• Business

Education

level 2

• FoodandNutrition• FashionandDesign• FurnitureMaking• Automotive

Engineering• Graphics

• English• MediaStudies

• Mathematics• Calculus• Statistics

• Biology• Chemistry• Physics• Agriculture/

Horticulture

• Geography• History• Tourism• Economics• Accounting• Business

Education

level 3

JUnior ScHool

ncEA lEVElS 1, 2 & 3

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yeaR The aRTS Pe & healTh languageS COMPuTing

• Art• Drama• Dance• Music

• PhysicalEducation & Health

• French• Japanese• TeReoMaori

• InformationTechnology

yeaR 10

• Art• Drama• Music


• French• Japanese• Spanish• TeReoMaori


yeaR 9

• CareersEducation• Art• Drama• Dance• Music• Music

Performance


• HealthStudies

• Japanese• TeReoMaori• Spanish• French


level 1

The aRTS Pe & healTh languageS COMPuTing

• CareersEducation• Gateway• EarlyChildhood

Studies• Youth

Apprenticeship

• Painting• Design• Photography• Drama• Dance• Music• MusicPerformance

• PhysicalEducation

• OutdoorEducation

• HealthStudies

• Japanese• TeReoMaori• Spanish• French


• ComputerStudies

level 2

• CareersEducation• Gateway• EarlyChildhood

Studies• Youth

Apprenticeship

• Painting• Design• Photography• Drama• Dance• Music• MusicPerformance

• PhysicalEducation

• OutdoorEducation

• HealthStudies

• Japanese• TeReoMaori


• ComputerStudies

level 3

JUnior ScHool

ncEA lEVElS 1, 2 & 3

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PErSonAliSED lEArning For oUr 21ST cEnTUrY lEArnErS

Education throughout the world is undergoing major change. new Zealand secondary schools are being challenged to discard outdated 20th century one-size-fits-all practices. At Te Puke High School we are meeting this challenge by placing great importance on personalising learning for our 21st century learners. Personalised learning at Te Puke High School includes the following core elements:

1. Setting and Maintaining High Personal Expectations.2. Providing Quality Learning and Career Pathways.3. Investing in a High Quality e-Learning Environment.4. forming Strong Positive Learning Partnerships Between Students and Teachers.5. Designing and Delivering Quality Learning Experiences.6. Building Strong Supportive relationships with Parents/Caregivers.7. Developing the Whole Learner.

At Te Puke High School importance has been placed on developing electronic learning (e-learning). our students are provided with state-of-the-art modern technology to enhance their learning and achievement.

We expect our students to develop their ability to use modern technology to learn new knowledge and skills, and to have the attitude and work ethic for success in an ever-changing world.

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our students are provided with quality academic and career counselling, giving them an opportunity to develop a much clearer picture of their aspirations. This enables them to make more informed choices.

At Te Puke High School we have a dedicated careers department and place great importance on each and every student having access to quality academic and career counselling.

“A functional, attractive and inviting careers suite provides easy access to relevant information about careers and guidance for students and community members. A wide range of up-to-date posters, targeted displays and supporting materials reflective of the school’s cultures, along with internet access are available to students. This ensures students are well informed about career options and pathways, both at school and post-school. Students are well placed to make the transition to the workplace or further study.”

Ero report 2006

AcADEmic AnD cArEEr PATHWAYS

“The well-designed career education and advice programmes enable students to make informed vocational and academic choices. in addition, the school has been recognised through its inclusion in the Youth Apprenticeship Scheme. These opportunities support individual students’ progress and provide appropriate learning pathways.”

Ero report 2009

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ScHolArSHiPS

• BusinessResultsGroupScholarship• TePukeMethodistOpportunityShop• TePukeRSAScholarship• DrLeonardRandellMemorialScholarship• OwensFamilyScholarship• PacificCoastScholarship• FederationofGraduateWomenScholarship

• WaikatoUniversityAcademicandLeadershipScholarship

• LegacyTrustScholarship• OtagoUniversityDuxScholarship• BayofPlentyEducationTrustScholarship• MasseyUniversityAcademic&Leadership

Scholarship

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gATEWAY ProgrAmmE

“The gateway Programme has done a lot for me. it has given me skills and knowledge about mechanics and the work industry.

gateway is a great programme to be a part of if you want to gain credits and practical experience in your chosen career path. There can also be opportunity for employment or sometimes even an apprenticeship. i have learnt many things during my time on placement at Te Puke car care centre, like how to service a car, how to change the brake pads, how to change a tyre and many more good skills that i didn’t know before.i would really recommend the gateway Programme to all senior students who want to get more experience in their chosen career.” Bhavish rathod Year 13 Student

“For me personally, gateway has made planning and working towards my future career so much clearer and easier. gateway is a programme that helps you get ready for the workplace. it has definitely done this for me.

mrs gardiner and the rest of the career staff have been very helpful in my process. i have spent the last two years on the programme and feel confident and ready for my future.” Toni Stuart - Year 13 student

gateway is a way for students to experience their chosen career path in the workplace.

“i was placed at kiwi 360 in year 12 for the experience in travel and tourism. it was a great challenge for me. i gained confidence and a better understanding of the industry.

in year 13 i stayed on the programme and decided to try a different career path, as a pharmacy assistant. i was placed at Faulkner’s Pharmacy and gained knowledge about customer care, prescriptions and medicines.

overall the gateway Programme has been a great experience for me and has helped me to figure out where i want to be in the future.” manpreet kaur - Year 13 student

“i would highly recommend the gateway programme to students that are focused on their goals in life and know what they want to do when they leave school.

For myself i have been to three different employers and have enjoyed the experience and the support from them, my teachers and also other gateway students. i am a year 13 student and have been offered the opportunity through my latest gateway placement, of an apprenticeship next year, 2011.” glen Dovaston - Year 13 student

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SingAPorE EDUcATionAl & cUlTUrAl ExcHAngE

The Singapore Twinning Programme is an initiative established between Te Puke High School and north Vista Secondary School in Singapore to enable an educational and cultural exchange for the students of the two schools. Te Puke High School is the only secondary school outside Southeast Asia involved in the Singapore Twinning Programme.Each november, a group of north Vista Secondary School students visits Te Puke High School. During their week-long stay the Singaporean students are billeted with our students and engage in an educational and cultural programme at school.In May of the following year, students from Te Puke High School return to Singapore and attend north Vista Secondary School, along with experiencing many aspects of life in Singapore during their homestay experience with their Singaporean families.

year 10 students from Te Puke High School are invited to apply to take part in the Singapore Twinning Programme educational and cultural exchange.

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inTErnATionAl STUDEnTS

Te Puke is an ideal location for international students to have a wonderful new Zealand experience being semi-rural and near the beautiful coastline. It is part of the wonderful Western Bay of Plenty region and close by are the other main centres of Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, rotorua and Whakatane which offer a lot for students to see and do.

At Te Puke High School we aim to provide quality learning experiences for each and every student and we place great importance on academic achievement. As an international student the school will do the utmost to provide you with an educational programme that best meets your learning needs, including English language support if required. In addition, international students are encouraged to get involved in the many sports and arts co-curricular activities on offer.

We strive to provide our international students with the best new Zealand family experience during their stay and ensure that our families are friendly, active, and provide a warm and caring environment. Every attempt is made to match the student with a family who will best meet their needs.

Student Voice:

“Everyone helps to make my stay memorable and that is what i love about the people here.” (Jana, germany)

“Te Puke High School is a good school with a great environment and school systems. They have the newest technology available for each classroom. The teachers are experienced and supportive of the students.” (Farida, Thailand)

“i love this school because in this school i have very good friends and teachers.” (Shohei, Japan)

“i like studying here very much and i have made many good friends in such a short time. i have found the environment here very interesting and pleasant.” (Jaskaran, india)

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PASTorAl cArE“our aim is for all students to feel valued, connected and secure within the Te Puke High School community.” lisa Austin, Head of Pastoral care

• CareerGuidance• SocialWorker• WhanauLiaisonOfficer• AttendanceOfficer• PeerSupport• PeerMentoring

• FormTeacher• HouseLeadersandCaptains• Deans–twoateachlevel• DeputyPrincipal• GuidanceCounsellor• HealthNurseandDoctor

At Te Puke High School we offer a comprehensive network of support for all our students, including:

• PeerMediation• StudentsAgainstDriving Drunk (SADD)• StudentsAgainstAllForms of Exploitation (SAfE)• Outsidesocialagencies

SPeCial eduCaTiOn uniT – Te Ringa aWhinaCaters for OrrS-funded students with intellectual and/or physical disabilities. Te ringa Awhina is a caring and supportive environment with programmes based on Individual Education Programmes and with opportunities for inclusion in mainstream classes where appropriate.

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STUDEnT lEADErSHiP

Student leadership is a very important part of Te Puke High School and many opportunities are provided for our students to work in leadership roles at each year level. In particular, leadership is viewed as an important quality of our senior students, who are recognised as important role models.

year 13 student leadership roles include:• HeadGirl,HeadBoy• Girls’SportLeader,Boys’

Sport Leader• Girls’ArtsLeader,Boys’

Arts Leader

• StudentTrustee• ServiceLeader• HouseCaptain• StudentExecutiveCouncil• SportsCommittee• ArtsCommittee• HealthCommittee

“Students have significant opportunities to contribute to the life of the school through a wide variety of leadership roles and responsibilities. They have a strong awareness of ways in which they can influence school culture positively. ”

Ero report, 2009.

• SADDCommittee• ServiceCommitteesincluding

Ball, Assembly, Common room, SAfE, Events, Magazine & Sponsored Children

• EnviroschoolCommittee• KahuiRangitahi

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HoUSES

Starting up a House System again in 2008 has met with huge support from the staff and students. The sight of 1000 staff and students chanting and marching up the road to the sportsground on Athletics Day was something those involved with won’t forget for a long time. The colour, the costumes, the noise and the atmosphere created have got the competition off to a spectacular beginning that gives all students the opportunity to participate, excel and have fun.

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co-cUrricUlAr AcTiViTiES

At Te Puke High School students are actively encouraged to engage in the wide range of co-curricular activities offered in Sports and the Arts, including:

SPORTSAthleticsBadmintonBasketballCanoe PoloCricketCross-CountryDuathlon Equestrian football Golf

HockeyIndoor BowlsKayakingLawn BowlsMotocrossMultisportnetballOrienteeringrock Climbingrugby

ShootingSnow SkiingSwimmingSquashSurf Lifesaving TennisVolleyballWater Polo

aRTSChoir Combo Jazz BandConcert BandDanceDebatingDramaJunior Band KapaHakaLip Synch ChallengeMusic Tutoring

OrchestraPerforming Arts Concertrock BandSchool ProductionTalent QuestTheatre Sports

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In many of the sports offered, students have reached local, provincial and national representative level.


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conTinUAl imProVEmEnT

Te kOTahiTanga PROgRaMMeTe Kotahitanga is a research andprofessional development programme funded by the Ministry of Education to raise the achievement of Maori students. Te Puke High School is fortunate to be one of only 33 secondary schools in new Zealand involved in this programme.

The Te Kotahitanga programmefocuses on improving teaching practice through changing classroom relationships and interactions. It has the potential to engage all students in effective learning practices and promote life-long learning.

OngOing PROfeSSiOnal leaRning research shows that providing teachers with quality ongoing professional learning can have a huge impact on improving student learning and raising achievement.

At Te Puke High School ALL teachers engage in ongoing professional learning and development opportunities focussed on continual improvement of their teaching practice.

Teachers meet in teams on a regular basis so they can challenge each other to find the best ways to improve student learning and achievement.

effeCTive PROfeSSiOnal leadeRShiPOne of the biggest influences on student learning and achievement is the quality of professional leadership in school.

Effective leaders develop a learning culture in the school through creating conditions for distributing the leadership to others. At Te Puke High School ALL teachers are expected to be leaders of learning. Quality leadership opportunities are provided for students and staff to develop their leadership capabilities.

At Te Puke High School we take learning seriously. Students and staff of Te Puke High School are lifelong learners, who value their education as an asset for achieving their future potential.

We must continue to challenge the way we think about teaching and, more importantly, learning. Within a supportive environment, our staff are challenged to continually improve their teaching practice through ongoing professional learning and development focussed on improving student learning and achievement.

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BUilDing A STrong lEArning commUniTY

PaRenTS/CaRegiveRSresearch shows that when parents/caregivers become actively involved in their child’s education and form positive supportive relationships with the school their child does better in school.

At Te Puke High School we consider each student’s learning and achievement as a strong positive partnership between the student, parents/caregivers and the school. We actively encourage parents/caregivers to have regular contact with their child’s teachers focussed on improving their child’s learning and achievement.

COnTRiBuTing SChOOlSTe Puke High School is developing quality relationships with our contributing schools to ensure co-ordinated development of our school as part of a learning community for the Te Puke region.

Great importance is placed on gathering quality information about each and every student from their current school. This is done during the process of enrolment at Te Puke High School to help ensure our new student’s learning needs are best catered for.

The COMMuniTyThe community plays an important role in supporting students so they can achieve their best at school. Te Puke High School is fortunate to be considered by its community as its school. As a result, students of Te Puke High School are provided with educational opportunities associated with their local community to enhance their learning and achievement at school.

As an old African proverb states, “it Takes a Village to raise a child”. At Te Puke High School education is seen as a partnership between students, teachers, parents/caregivers, whanau and the community. We strive to build strong relationships with:

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PRinCiPalMr Alan Liddle MSc (Hons),

MEdM (Hons), DipTchg

dePuTy PRinCiPalSMr David Crone MA (Hons), DipTchg

Mr Simon McGillivray BA, DipTchg

Ms Sheena Millar BA, DipTchg

leaRning leadeRS

ArtMiss Amy Lewin BMedia Arts, DipTchg

CareersMrs Jan neal (Acting) BTchg, CPC

CommerceMrs Margaret McGarva IPS, PCT, PCTT

ComputingMr Dave Gentle BSc, DipTchg

DramaMr A Smith TTC, BTchg

EnglishMrs Anne Milford BA, DipTchg

Food and NutritionMrs Michelle McDonald BCAPSc, Dip Tchg

Health Ms Carol Power BT, DipTchg

Horticulture/AgricultureMr Patrick Martin BHort, Sci (Gen), DipTchg

LanguagesMiss Ali rennie BA, Dip SLT, DipTchg

MathematicsMr Stephen Hose BSc, DipTchg

MusicMrs Mary Gentle BMus, LTCL, LRSM,

DipTchg

Physical Education and HealthMs Lisa Austin Bed, DipTchg

ScienceMr Matthew Park BSc, PGCE

Mr Ivan Munkedal BSc, BEd

Special Education UnitMrs Libby Markman Tchg Cert

Social ScienceMr Chris Pointon BA, DipTchg

Mr Gary Becht MSocSc (Hons), DipTchg

TechnologyMr Chris Hickton Adv Trade Cert, DipTchg,

Dip Spec Subj

Te Reo MaoriMs Claudine Waitere BA, DipTchg

deanS

Year 13Mrs Claire Jepsen BPhEd, Bsc, DipTchg

Mr Shea McEvoy MS Uni, BPhed Kin (Hon) 1st, Dip Tch & Lrn (Sec)

Year 12MrKurtMastnyBA, B PhEd, DipTchg

Miss Claire O’fee BEd.PE, DipTchg Lrn

Year 11Mr Michael Pointon BA, DipTchg

Mrs robyn Voss LTCL, DipTchg

Year 10Mr Simon Lockwood BSpts Dip Tchg

Miss Anna Sutherland BPhed, Dip Tchg

Year 9To be advised

diReCTOR Of inTeRnaTiOnal STudenTSMiss Caroline Stevenson DipTchg, Dip Comms, BA

PErSonnEl

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PErSonnEl

TeaChing STaffMrs Judy Abrahams BA, BSc, DipTchg

MrKevinAddinallHon BCom

Mr Joe Anderson BSurv, Sip Sec Tchg

Miss Stef Beaumont-Gill Msc,

Bsc (Hons), Dip TchMr Peter Brough BSc, PGCE, Bed

Miss Sally Burley BSc, Grad Dip Sec Tch

Mr Glenn Campbell BA Dip Tch

Ms Liz Church BA (Hons), DipTchg

Mr Paul Conrad BA, GradDipTchg Mrs Susan Eccles BSc, DipTchg, ECL Miss Joanna Ewing BSc, Dip Tchg Mr Chris fackney Dip NZIM, NZCE Mech, Dip Spec Subj, DipTchg

Mrs yolande fenneman BSc, Dip Tchg

Mrs nicky Geary BSc Tech, Dip Tchg

Mrs Michelle Hewson ACTD, DipTchg, Dip Spec Subj

Mrs Claire Jepsen BPhEd, Bsc, DipTchg MrGavinKennedyBEd, DipTchg

Mrs Alana Latimer BSR, Dip Tch

Mr Simon Lockwood BSpts Dip Tchg

Mr Gregory Londt BA (Hons), Higher Dip Ed

Mrs Julie Luxton BA (Hons) Dip SLT, MA, Dip Tchg

Ms Annie Mapp Dip ITE, DipTchg

Mr Justin McCormack BSc, PGCE

Miss Josephine McDougall BMedia Arts, Dip Tchg

Mr Shea McEvoy MS Uni, BPhed Kin (Hon) 1st, Dip Tch & Lrn (Sec)

MissKarenMcFarlaneB SocSci, DipTchg MrKurtMastnyBA, B PhEd, DipTchg

MrsKimMooreBsocSc. Dip Tchg (Sec)

MrKeithMullerAdv Trade Cert, Dip Spec Subj, DipTchg

Mr Tony Murray BA, DipTchg

Mrs Christine nevitt TTC

Miss Claire O’fee BEd.PE, DipTchg Lrn

Mr Mike Pamplin Trade Cert, Adv T Cert, A Grade Cert, Gad Dip Tchg, Grad Dip Eng

Mrs Holly Passey BSc, DipTchg

MrsKristinaPeinaBPHed, Dip Sec Tchg

Mr Michael Pointon BA, DipTchg Mrs Patsy richardson-flood BTchg

Ms rachel ryan BA, BEd, DipTchg

Mr James Tulloch Grad Dip T, BLS

Miss Anna Sutherland BPhed, Dip Tchg

Mr David Valentine Bed

Mrs robyn Voss LTCL, DipTchg

Mr Craig Walker BSc (Hons) PGCE

Mr Andrew Whitmore MSc(Hons), DipTchg

GATE

Mr Alan Hacker M Phil psc (Mal), Dip Spec Subj, DipTchg

GuidanceMrs Anne Murray BA Dip PE Dip Guid DipTchg

RLTB Mrs Ann Davidson Dip SNRT, DipTchg, Dip Maori

SENCOMrs Denise Heard Med SpecEd, BEd, DipTchg

Te Hapai Rangitahi OffsiteMiss Sarah Martin, BSPLS/Tch

Te KotahitangaMrs Heather Bradley TTC, BEd

SuPPORT STaff

Executive OfficerMr ross Merrett

Sports Co-ordinatorMr David Townsend

Attendance OfficerMrs Terewai Tamou

A full staff list is available on the school website www.tphs.school.nz

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The Te Puke High School uniform enhances unity in our school and gives a sense of belonging.

Every student who enrols at Te Puke High School agrees to wear the full uniform correctly. To maintain the high standards set at Te Puke High School, all students are expected to be well presented and to always wear their uniform with pride. Correct school uniform must be worn on the way to and from school each day. regulation school uniforms or sports uniforms must be worn when travelling. Te Puke High School will take whatever steps necessary to ensure the uniform is worn correctly.

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All STUDEnTS (YEAr 9 - YEAr 13)

The official uniform approved by the Te Puke High School Board of Trustees is as follows:

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FootwearPlain black leather roman sandals.

ORregulation plain black leather lace-up school shoes. fashion, platform, casual or sports-type shoes are notacceptable. no coloured labels on shoes.For health reasons, students will wear sandals in the summer months and lace-up shoes in winter months.

Jersey or Polar Fleeceregulation maroon school jersey or polar fleece with Te Puke High School crest.

Sun ProtectionA regulation school cap is available. The school cap must be worn with the peak forward. Sunglasses and the school cap may be worn outdoors only.

ScarfA regulation plain navy-blue school scarf may be worn.

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FootwearPlain black leather roman sandals.

ORregulation plain black leather lace-up school shoes. fashion, platform, casual or sports-type shoes are notacceptable. no coloured labels on shoes.For health reasons, students will wear sandals in the summer months and lace-up shoes in winter months.

Jersey or Polar Fleeceregulation maroon school jersey or polar fleece with Te Puke High School crest.

Sun ProtectionA regulation school cap is available. The school cap must be worn with the peak forward. Sunglasses and the school cap may be worn outdoors only.

ScarfA regulation plain navy-blue school scarf may be worn.

YEAr 9 - 10 STUDEnTS

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Skirtregulation royal Canadian Air force Tartan A-linebox-pleated.Kneelength.

Shirtregulation plain blue short-sleeved polo shirt with Te Puke High School crest.Any clothing worn underneath polo shirts must not be seen.

HosieryPlain white short socks or plain black pantyhose.

Physical Education (Year 9 - 10)regulation navy blue dry tech T-shirt with Te Puke High School crest. regulation navy blue shorts with Te Puke High School crest.

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Shortsregulation grey school shorts.

Shirtregulation plain blue short-sleeved polo shirt with Te Puke High School crest.Any clothing worn underneath polo shirts must not be seen.

Hosieryregulation grey knee-high socks with double maroonbands.

Physical Education (Year 9 - 10)regulation navy blue dry tech T-shirt with Te Puke High School crest. regulation navy shorts with Te Puke High School crest.

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YEAr 11 - 13 STUDEnTS

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SkirtRegulationnavy-blueA-lineboxpleated.Kneelength.

Shirtregulation plain white short-sleeved polo shirt with Te Puke High School crest.Any clothing worn underneath polo shirts must not be seen.

HosieryPlain white short socks or plain black pantyhose.

Physical Education (Year 11 - 13)regulation white dry tech T-shirt with Te Puke High School logo. regulation navy blue shorts.

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Shorts/Trousersregulation navy-blue school shorts(regulation navy-blue dress trousers may be worn in the winter).

Shirtregulation plain white short-sleeved polo shirt with Te Puke High School crest.Any clothing worn underneath polo shirts must not be seen.

Hosieryregulation navy-blue knee-high socks with double maroon bands.

Physical Education (Year 11 - 13)regulation white dry tech T-shirt with Te Puke High School logo. regulation navy blue shorts.

JeWelleRy• Awristwatch.• Studentswhohavetheirearspiercedarepermittedto wear one small plain stud or standard 10 mm gold or silver sleeper earring in each ear. • Nootherjewelleryispermitted,includingfacialstuds.• Religiousandculturaldispensationsmustbeapproved by the Principal.

aPPeaRanCe• Hairmustbecleanandworninaneatandtidyfashion and tied back off the face, particularly in workshops and laboratories. • Hairmustbeanaturalhaircolourforthestudent.• Tattoosmustnotbevisible.• Ahighstandardofpersonalhygieneisexpected.• Nailpolishmustbeanaturalcolour.• Malestudentsmustbeclean-shaven.

TE PUkE HigH ScHool DrESS UniFormA formal dress uniform is available for year 13 students to wear as an option to the normal school uniform. Groups representing the school may also be required to wear dress uniform.

giRlSregulation plain black leather lace-up school shoes. fashion, platform, casual or sports-type shoes are not acceptable. no coloured labels on shoes. White blouse. regulation knee-length navy-blue A-line box-pleated. regulation maroon school tie with Te Puke High School crest. Maroon Te Puke High School blazer.

BOySregulation plain black leather lace-up school shoes. fashion, platform, casual or sports type shoes are not acceptable. no coloured labels on shoes. White business shirt which must be tucked into trousers. regulation maroon school tie with Te Puke High School crest. regulation navy-blue dress trousers. Maroon Te Puke High School blazer.

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EnrolmEnT

COnTaCT infORMaTiOn

Te Puke High School

19 Tui Street

PO Box 344

TE PUKE 3153

Telephone (07) 573 9769

Fax: (07) 573 9768

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.tphs.school.nz

STudenTS fROM COnTRiBuTing SChOOlSEnrolment packs will be delivered to schools in August.

Enrolment interviews will be scheduled through your son/daughter’s year 8 teacher.

Complete the application form. Attach a copy of all documents required.

Bring all these documents to your enrolment interview.

your enrolment at Te Puke High School will be confirmed in writing.

A free bus service operates on all school days.

OTheR STudenTSPhone the reception (573 9769) to request an enrolment pack.

Arrange an enrolment interview appointment.

Complete the application form. Attach a copy of all documents required.

Bring all these documents to your enrolment interview.

you will be notified in writing of the outcome and, if offered a place, have 14 days to confirm that offer.

TErm DATES For 2011

Term 1: Thursday 3 February - Friday 15 April

Term 2: monday 2 may - Friday 15 July

Term 3: monday 1 August - Friday 7 october

Term 4: Tuesday 25 october - Thursday 8 December

The School Donation for 2011 is $80 for one student. $70 for each subsequent member of the same family.

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gEnErAl inFormATion

aTTendanCeAll students of Te Puke High School are expected to attend school every day to achieve their personal best.

Te Puke High School considers all forms of absence without legitimate explanation to be unjustified and is required by law to follow up on unjustified absences.

Parents/caregivers are expected to contact the school if their child is away from school.

Parents/caregivers may ring the school office or send in an email to register an absence. Students must always bring a note from their parents/caregivers the day they return to school.

form Teachers, Deans and the Attendance Officer will follow up attendance matters.

SiCkneSS and eMeRgenCieSTe Puke High School has a well maintained health centre with trained staff, including:

• Officestaffwhoaretrainedin first Aid.

• TheStudentHealthCo-ordinator who is available on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday every week.

• Adoctorwhoattendsfortwohoursevery Monday. This is a confidential, free service for students.

All students who are sick or injured while at school must report to the student office.

haRaSSMenT Te Puke High School does not tolerate any form of harassment. Any concerns of harassment are taken seriously.

If any student is harassed they should seek help immediately from a designated senior student or a staff member.

Parents/caregivers should contact their child’s Subject Teacher, form Teacher or Deans if they have any concerns.

COnCeRnS and COMPlainTSTe Puke High School takes concerns and complaints about students and staff seriously.

If a student or parent/caregiver has a concern or complaint, they should seek help from the Subject Teacher, form Teacher or Deans.

leaving SChOOl gROundSAll students of Te Puke High School are expected to remain at school all day, every day, unless they are on official school business. Te Puke High School discourages any other reasons for leaving school at any time throughout the day.

If a parent/caregiver requires their child’s learning to be interrupted through leaving the school grounds for legitimate reasons, they must provide a written note to their child’s form Teacher prior to event that explains why their child is required to leave school. for legal reasons this written note must be signed and dated by the parent/caregiver. The form Teacher is responsible for issuing a ‘Blue Slip’ for a student leaving the school grounds for legitimate reasons.

Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds at lunchtime unless they have a lunch pass. This pass will only be issued to students who are going home for medical reasons.

STaTiOneRy ReQuiReMenTSA list of stationery requirements is available on the school website www.tphs.school.nz in the Enrolment tab.

for new year 9 students a list of stationery requirements will be sent to your current school in Term 4.

eleCTROniC deviCeSTe Puke High School discourages all students from bringing electronic devices such as mobile phones, cameras, MP3 players, iPods etc to school.

Students bringing these electronic devices to school do so at their own risk. The school takes no responsibility for loss, damage or theft of these electronic devices.

Personal Electronic Devices must be switched off during lessons, unless the teacher has granted permission for a specified learning purpose.

Staff will confiscate these items if they are visible during class time or used irresponsibly during the day.

Students and their parents/caregivers must read and sign an ICT Users Agreement and purchase an ID card before the student may use the school’s ICT equipment and systems.

PeRSOnal PROPeRTyAll property should be clearly and permanently marked with the student’s name. The school will not accept responsibility for the loss of money or valuable articles that are brought to school.

TRanSPORT TO and fROM SChOOlTe Puke High School encourages all students who are eligible for free transport to travel to and from school by bus.

Students wishing to drive a vehicle to school or be a passenger in another student’s vehicle must apply for permission from the school.

forms to request permission to either drive a vehicle to school or be a passenger in another student’s vehicle are available from the Senior Leadership Team. This form must be completed by the student and their parents/caregivers and approved by a Senior Leader (Principal or Deputy Principal) before permission is granted.

Students and their parents/caregivers are encouraged to visit the Te Puke High School website to access a wealth of valuable information related to the school. www.tphs.school.nz

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