HAMILTON GIRLS’
HIGH SCHOOL
PROSPECTUS
2014
“A wise woman shapes her own destiny”
WE HONour THE PAST The aging oak trees and the carefully crafted landscape are the essence of the original Hamilton High School site that forms part of our heritage and inheritance from former pupils. The time, planning, devotion to learning and the strong stewardship of past principals, have all contributed to the students experience of Hamilton High School, Hamilton Girls’ High and Hamilton Boys’ High. Hamilton High School was a focal point for the growing city and guided many of New Zealand’s future leaders. Over the last hundred years, thousands of families have contributed to building these schools; their spirit, and their soul.
CELEBRATE THE PRESENT
After 100 years of progress, Hamilton High School has grown into two notable schools: Hamilton Girls’ High and Hamilton Boys’ High. The founding members were committed to providing an education that would produce sound young women whom are able to pursue their destinies both in New Zealand and globally. While Hamilton Girls’ High School is proud of it’s heritage, it is also proud of it’s history as a leader and innovator in girls’ only education and its responsiveness to the needs of contemporary girls.
EMPOWER THE FUTURE
The School’s Strategic Plan affirms it’s traditions and strengths, while making a commitment to educate students to be citizens of an increasingly global community in which empathy, trust and ethical values are important. Education for the world of the 21st century emphasises the need for each student to be a lifelong learner capable of critical and creative thinking.
INTRODUCTION
MESSAGE from the principal Hamilton Girls’ High School has shaped and influenced our young women since 1911. Core values and principles underpin a dynamic learning environment and our students are given every opportunity to aspire to excellence. We cater for the all round educational needs of our young women and offer an outstanding education pathway to ensure the best possible career destination. As educational leaders at Hamilton Girls’ High School, we are committed to consolidating on and lifting the bar for raising the achievement across the four cornerstones of Academic, Leadership, Cultural and Sporting endeavours. Our young women are encouraged to achieve in the classroom and to combine this success with involvement in sporting and cultural activities. A balanced education embraces whole person learning and allows them to be challenged, extended and motivated in all aspects of their life. As a parent, choosing the right school for your daughter’s education is an important decision. The adolescent years are particularly significant in education because students are at stage in their lives where they are faced with choices and challenges that shape or determine success in future years. Standards in a school are essential – standards drive motivation, hold levels of confidence and empower students and staff.
Our expectations of our students are high. We expect them to be well dressed, polite, courteous and prepared for learning. Becoming fully engaged in our school culture is essential and an exciting part of being at secondary school. Our school hostel is a wonderful asset. It offers quality residential accommodation for 130 students in a supportive living and learning environment.
Our school motto in Latin is Sapiens Fortunam Fingit Sibi: “A wise woman shapes her own destiny” It is our aim to ensure that every girl who passes through our gate will be given the opportunity to shape her own destiny. I invite you to be part of our school. Marie Gordon Principal
Hamilton Girls’ High School embraces the challenges of the 21st century to support our girls to become thoughtful, confident and resilient young women. “A wise woman shapes her own destiny”
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emphasis on individuals and achievement At Hamilton Girls’ High School, we place an emphasis on individuals and on achievement, we encourage our students to take full advantage of the many opportunities that are offered at HGHS. “The decision to attend Hamilton Girls’ High School has been one of the most important and rewarding decisions of my life. Our school encourages every individual young woman to strive to achieve personal excellence in all aspects of school life including academically, culturally, and on the sports field. The goal of personal excellence allows all students the opprtunity to become independent young women with sought after values and attributes.”
HEAD GIRL 2013 - Abbe Meads
school wide goals
culture of high expectations
The school-wide goals for the next 3-5 years will be focused on 4 key areas which emerge from the school’s strategic vision and link to the key competencies outlined in the revised National Curriculum Document (2007). These key areas relate to four identified priorities: Engagement with Learning Excellence in Achievement School Spirit Links with the Community
We expect our students to…
Marie Quayle Received an outstanding scholarship in Year 13 Biology
Ingrid Lindeman Received a scholarship in Year 13 Biology
Sayuki Pandram Received a scholarship in Year 13 Biology
Hayleigh Frost Received a scholarship in Year 13 Biology
Clementine Lambert Received a scholarship in French
Hilary Capon Received a scholarship in Year 13 Classical Studies
Holly Wallbank Received a scholarship in Year 13 History
Kauthat Al-Bahar Received a scholarship in Year 13 Painting
Marie Quayle Received a scholarship in Year 13 Geography
Georgia Boden Received a scholarship in Year 13 P.E.
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• Show respect for others • Behave in a manner that allows others to learn • Wear our uniform with pride and respect at all times • Attend school regularly and to be punctual • Respect yourself, respect others and respect our environment • Strive for personal excellence
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academic achievement
courses of study Hamilton Girls’ High School is committed to the delivery of The New Zealand Curriculum and takes as it’s starting point, a vision of our students as lifelong learners who are confident and creative, connected, and actively involved.
junior school
extension classes
Our Junior students have a broad foundation across all eight learning areas of the NZ Curriculum. This helps ensure that girls are prepared to make well-informed choices about the subjects they will specialise in when they reach the senior school. The subject range is suited to students of all aptitudes and abilities. However, we place a very strong emphasis on achievement in the core curricular subjects English, Mathematics and Science. Homework is important. Establishing good routines and study habits from Week 1 is essential to enhancing achievement.
Two junior extension classes are formed based on high achievement in entrance examinations and demonstrated ability in the student’s prior learning. Knowledge and experience gained in each year of study enable students to make well informed career pathway choices for their future.
senior school The Senior school is structured to provide flexibility of choice of all subjects and to ensure that knowledge and experience gained in each year of study enable students to make well informed curriculum choices for their future. Broadband streaming in Year 11 is offered in Mathematics, Science and English. Striving for excellence at every opportunity ensures prerequisites are met and goals achieved.
strategies to facilitate academic success • • • • •
Academic mentoring Limited class size Published pre-requisites for courses Lunchtime and after school tutoring Opportunities are available for work placement with employers or Industry Training Organisations (ITO) • Learning Assistance Programme • Timetable restructure
“Coming to HGHS has opened up a world of opportunities for me. Our school has something for everyone to strive in and supportive teachers to help every student achieve personal excellence. As Deputy Head Girl, I have been able to return the support and encourage my “sisters” to aim high and make the most of the many things this school has to offer.”
DEPUTY HEAD GIRL 2013 - Nicole Porima
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leading learning t The eight essential learning areas described in the New Zealand Curriculum include English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Health and Physical Education, the Arts, Technology and Languages. “Over the past 5 years, our school has helped to inspire me, open my mind to wonderful opportunities and taught me so many life skills. HGHS is a community that encompasses friendship and family and I believe, has prepared me well for life beyond the Hamilton Girls’ High gates.”
DEPUTY HEAD GIRL 2013 - Kelly le Quesne
Year 9
Year 11
Compulsory Subjects English, Mathematics, Science, PE and Health and Social Studies.
Year 11 students study six subjects - English, Mathematics and four other subjects. Subject descriptions and prerequisites are listed in the curriculum handbook.
Options Arts – Music, Drama, Visual Arts, Maori Arts and Crafts. Languages – Te Reo Maori, French, Japanese and Spanish Technology – Food, Biotechnology, Graphics, Product Design and Materials.
Year 10
NCEA Level 1
Compulsory Subjects English, Mathematics, Science, PE and Health and Social Studies.
The current minimum requirements 80 credits including:
Options Students select full year option subjects listed for Year 10. Note: At the time of writing, the 2014 timetable was currently being reviewed
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Subjects offered at Hamilton Girls’ High School deliver opportunities for students to gain credits towards their National Certificate of Educational Achievement for Level 1.
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• 10 credits in literacy • 10 credits in numeracy • For subject endorsements, 14 credits at merit or excellence. • For NCEA endorsement, 50 credits at merit or excellence.
through excellence Students intending to enrol at university, or students who are not yet certain of their future destination, are advised to choose option subjects that lead to the university approved list in Year 13. “Before HGHS, I had only been to a small country school so when I came to Hamilton Girls’ I was overwhelmed by the many opportunities offered here. Over the past five years, I have had the privilege of experiencing and trying so many new things that I never thought I would. HGHS has equipped me with so many new skills and knowledge that I will carry throughout the rest of my life.”
ACADEMIC CAPTAIN 2013 - Lucy Sullivan
Year 12 Students study English and five additional subjects from Level 1 and 2 courses. Subject descriptions and prerequisites are listed in the curriculum handbook.
University Entrance University Entrance in 2014 requires: Achievement of NCEA Level 3, including
Preliminary applications to university rely on Year 12 NCEA Level 2 results. Students who aspire to Year 13 and entry to University or other Tertiary institutions are advised to choose subjects which have a pathway to University Approved subjects in Year 13.
14 credits in each of three subjects from the list of approved subjects and,
Vocational courses restructured.
being
Year 13
Universities now expect the award of University Entrance plus a specified Guaranteed Entry Score advertised with each university course.
Students may choose any five subjects. Subject descriptions and prerequisites are listed in the curriculum handbook.
These are minimum requirements only and entrance to many specialist courses require a high level of achievement.
are
currently
10 numeracy credits at Level 1 or higher, and 10 literacy credits (five in reading and five in writing) at level 2 or higher.
Students need to be aware of the University Entrance requirements, and strive to exceed the minimum prerequisites noted for each subject in successive years at school.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL Hamilton Girls’ High School has always supported the importance of life beyond the classroom. Students are encouraged to embrace all activities, expand their experiences and further develop new passions. Being involved in the wider school increases a sense of belonging which leads to higher levels of engagement and motivation.
leading learning through sport
NZ Secondary School Touch Runner - Up 2012
NZ Secondary School Basketball Champions 2012
Waikato Rugby Sevens Champions 2013
sport available at HGHS Athletic Basketball Badminton Cross Country Cycling Equestrian Fitness
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Football Golf Gymnastics Hockey Inline Hockey Lacrosse Lawn Bowls
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Multi-Sport Netball Rowing Rugby Sailing Snowboarding Surf life saving
Swimming Tennis Touch Rugby Tramping Triathlons Volleyball Water Polo
National Hurdles Champion
Carly McIlroy U-16 Oceania Rock Climbing Champion
Anna Dawson New Zealand U-18 Lacrosse Representative
Kahu Haimona U-18 Junior Heavyweight Karate Champion
Mikaela Jefferson
Holly Jonson NZ Youth Water Polo Representative
Emma Ballard NZ Youth Water Polo U-17 Team
sporting achievement
“At Hamilton Girl’s a wise woman does shape her own destiny but sometimes we forget those who teach us, lead us and give us all the opportunities that help shape who we are. I have found the support at HGHS is never ending whether it is with academic, sport or the arts - there is always someone beside you to lead or behind you to give that extra push. Leading the Sports Council to encourage our sportswomen to achieve to the highest level or to get involved is an important goal of the Sports Department. It gives me a sense of pride knowing I am a Girls’ High girl.’
SPORTS CAPTAIN 2013 - Hollie Reid
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CURRICULUM 2014
TECHNOLOGY
SOCIAL SCIENCES
SCIENCE
MATHS
LANGUAGES
HEALTH/P.E.
ENGLISH
ARTS
Year 9
10
Year 10
Year 11
Drama Maori Arts and Crafts Music Visual Arts
Art Practical Drama Music
Art Digital Art Practical Dance Drama
English
English
English Literacy / English International
Health and Physical Education
Health and Physical Education Sports Studies
Advanced PE - Sport Advanced PE - Outdoors Health Personal Training Physical Education
English - Second Language French Japanese Literacy Spanish Te Reo Māori
English - Second Language French Japanese Literacy Spanish Te Reo Māori
English - Second Language French Japanese Literacy Spanish Te Reo Māori Tikanga Māori
Mathematics
Mathematics
Mathematics Numeracy
Science
Science
Science
Social Studies
Economics Enterprise Studies History Social Studies
Accounting Economics English/ Social Studies Integrated
Biotechnology Digital Technology Design and Visual Communication Food Technology Textiles
Biotechnology Digital Technology Design and Visual Communication Food Technology Textiles
Biotechnology Textiles Digital Technology Design and Visual Communication Food Technology Hospitality Information Management
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Music Music Production
Geography History Media Studies Philosophy Studies Social Studies
Note: Hamilton Girls’ High is currently reviewing the timetable for 2014.
Year 12
Year 13
Art Design Art Digital Art Painting Art Photography Art Printmaking
Dance Drama Music Music Production
Art Design Art History Art Painting Art Photography
English English - International
English
Advanced PE - Sport Advanced PE - Outdoors Health Personal Training Physical Education
Advanced PE - Sport Advanced PE - Outdoors Health
English - Second Language French Japanese Spanish Te Reo Māori Tikanga Māori
English - Second Language French Japanese Spanish Te Reo Māori Tikanga Māori
Mathematics
Mathematics Mathematics with Calculus Mathematics with Statistics
Biology Chemistry Physics Science
Biology Chemistry Physics Science
Art Printmaking Drama Music
Accounting Business Studies Civics Classical Studies Economics Geography
History Legal Studies Media Studies Philosophy Studies Social Studies Tourism
Accounting Business Studies Civics Classical Studies Economics Geography
History Legal Studies Media Studies Social Studies Tourism
Biotechnology Computer Studies Design and Visual Communication Digital Technology
Early Childhood Ed Food Technology Hospitality Information Management Textiles
Biotechnology Computer Studies Design and Visual Communication Digital Technology
Early Childhood Education Food Technology Hospitality Textiles
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leading learning through arts HGHS is a lively, thriving cultural school with the visual arts, sculpture, music, design, photography, dance and drama as an important cog that is equal to, and alongside, academia and sport.
Creative challenge exists for all students. The Arts Council leads opportunities for students to participate and compete in activities such as the Talent Quest, Pasifika Fusion, Stage Challenge, music groups, debating, cultural groups, dance, and much more. Our musicians have a reputation for excellence. The T-Birds and the chorus won first place at the Waikato Barbershop competition. Our Drama department regularly delights the community with performances. The Kapa haka and Pasifika groups are renowned and have a strong reputation in the school. Culture is celebrated with musical items regularly performed at our assemblies. At Hamilton Girls’ ,cultural ability and diversity are welcome and respected.
Itinerant teachers give lessons in singing, violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, oboe, cornet, trumpet, trombone, tenor horn, saxophone, string bass, classical and folk guitar, electric bass, keyboard and rock band percussion. Students enrolled in lessons pay an administration fee of $40.00 to cover general music costs. Some instruments are available for hire. Musical activities include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Rock Bands, Concert Band, Choir, as well as ensemble groups and a piano competition. Opportunities exist to be involved with school productions and with the Waikato Youth Orchestra, Symphonic Wind Band and Choir.
performing arts and cultural groups Barbershop Quartet Choir Concert Band Ensemble Groups Debating Indian Dance Group
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International Club Kapa haka Multi-cultural Group Production Pasifika Sheila Winn Shakespeare
Songfest Stage Challenge Symphonic Wind Band Talent Quest Theatre Sports
International Travel On occasions, there is the opportunity to join an international trip, such as recent trips to Japan, France and Spain. Many students participate in short and long term exchange programmes. Our school supports students who wish to apply for a Gap Year between Year 13 and commencing at university.
“HGHS is a fabulous school and it was honestly one of the smartest choices I have made because I am provided with endless opportunities. A good thing about going to an all girls school is that girls aren’t acting different or trying to be someone they aren’t to “impress the boys” so you are truly getting to know the girls for who they are. Girls get to be themselves and are a lot more open. My life is dedicated to drama, music and dance, and HGHS has helped me grow as well as to teach me to balance my responsibilities with my academic studies.”
ARTS CAPTAIN 2013 - Brooke Mayall “A wise woman shapes her own destiny”
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student leadership Student leaders at Hamilton Girls’ High School are given the opportunity to lead and promote a culture that fosters excellence and participation within our school, through leading students and leading an area of responsibility. “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go...” Dr Seuss Every student at Hamilton Girls’ High School has the potential to be a leader. Leadership begins with understanding ourselves and is founded on personal leadership, whereby individuals have the capacity to lead their own lives and consistently make wise choices based on sound values. Effective leadership can be learned through developing both the character and competence of our students and by providing them with opportunities and training to exercise leadership responsibilities.
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All students are encouraged to develop their leadership skills through participation and service.
leadership opportunities Tutor group leader Prefect Sports Captain Peer support Peer tutoring
Arts Captain Multicultural Captain Academic Captain Service Captain Student Council Captain
clubs offered include: Amnesty International, Creative Writing Club, Academic Council, Service Council, Sports Council, SADD, Ball Committee.
student support
Coming to a new school can be quite daunting. We have an extensive network set up to provide the help and support that is needed for students and parents. A learning environment of constructive working relationships, positive friendships, and personal responsibility are essential in the development of competent young women. house system In 2010, the school launched a new house system, allocating every student in the school to a house. The five houses are Heads, Edgecumbe, Wilson, MacDiarmid and Campbell The houses compete in a wide variety of events including athletics, swimming, cross country, talent quest, charity collections, academic performance and kapa haka. The house system generates pride and passion for Hamilton Girls’ High School and a sense of ownership. The house system also contributes to the promotion of competition among the students. vertical tutor classes When a girl arrives at Hamilton Girls’ High School, she is placed in a vertical tutor class. She will stay in this tutor class, with girls from her and every other year in the school, for the whole of her time at Hamilton Girls’ High School. All girls in that tutor class belong to the same House, with older girls able to help younger girls make the transition to high school successfully. Your daughter will be supported by the same tutor group teacher throughout her time with us. An innovative pastoral structure and vertical tutor classes ensure the best possible support for girls as they become young women. tutor group teachers Tutor group teachers have daily contact with their tutor group class every day. Your tutor group will be the first person that parents and students will have contact with. They oversee the academic progress of students, attendance and participation in activities. guidance counsellors Where the problems or concerns are of a more confidential and personal nature, the Guidance Counsellor is a person you can talk with. Our Guidance Counsellors are available by appointment and have the experience and ability to provide support for any situation or issue our young women may face. They also have access to a network of specialists to support their work. “A wise woman shapes her own destiny”
academic mentors Each tutor class has an academic mentor who mentors with the senior students three times a week at tutor time. deans In each house there is a Head of House and Dean who have the responsibility of providing academic and pastoral support, and developing a sense of house spirit. careers counsellors The Careers Counsellors are available to help all students with choosing career pathways and course planning, goal setting and time management that is necessary to achieve their chosen goals. They provide career advice, work experience, arrange workplace learning, ITO assessment through the Gateway programme, and assist students with applications to postschool destinations. student wellness: health clinic A qualified nurse is available 9:30am - 2:30pm daily, and a free doctor service available one afternoon per week on appointment. whanau tutor groups At Hamilton Girls’ High School we offer Whanau Tutor groups. We uphold Tikanga Māori and Kawa in a nurturing, safe environment. There are leadership opportunities, and school wide initiatives with total support from staff. Whanau participation is an expectation. Educational hui are held once a term and other hui to help with the continued enhancement of our young women’s educational opportunities. Our teachers have an expectation that they will engage with students to foster respect and encompass Tikanga Māori. Whanau Tutor Groups are called on to offer support to the school, this can include Powhiri, manaaki and tiaaki.
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facilities A wide range of facilities reflects the diversity of opportunity at Hamilton Girls’ High School. The newly built Performing Arts Centre, Ngā Puawaitanga, includes specialist classrooms with practice and tuition rooms and a recording studio.
a full range of academic, scientific and sporting facilities • • • • • • • •
Art room A specialist drama suite. A specialist dance studio. A Technology Centre for Biotechnology, Electronics, Food, Graphics, Textiles and Hospitality Science Laboratories School wide upgraded network (fibre) School wide wireless network Atrium - Administration Block
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Student cafeteria Gymnasium Library Rugby/Soccer field Netball Courts Outside swimming pool Wharenui and Wharekai Computer suites and mobile pods Video conferencing
school uniform guide
optional
note: cultural adaption available on enquiry
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sonninghill hostel
Sonninghill is a modern boarding hostel, which provides a safe, supportive environment for girls attending Hamilton Girls’ High School. The hostel is located in Marama Street, a short walk to HGHS. “As Head Girl of Sonninghill Hostel, I have been extremely privileged to lead the students this year. Sonninghill is our “home away from home” and our hostel student executive council always provides new ideas and activities. We encourage the girls’ to get involved in hostel life with themed dinner nights, hostel exchange with HBHS and sport and art activities.”
SONNINGHILL HEAD GIRL 2013 - Kasey Jones accomodation
• Junior boarders share two-bed cubicles in dormitories • Senior boarders stay in motel-style units with four beds and an ensuite • Fully catered central dining room
study
• TV auditorium with home theatre • Lounge for socialising; Piano Room; Quiet Room • Separate senior facilities; lounge with kitchenette, plasma TV, Sky/DVD player.
• Two supervised prep rooms with computers and trained tutors • Separate senior study/computer facilities • Wireless Internet
transport
recreation and relaxation
home leave
• Landscaped grounds with solar-heated swimming pool, tennis/netball court and BBQ area • Activities Room: table tennis, pool table, piano, gym equipment
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• Minibus to transport students to cultural and sporting activities • Close to public transport for home leave • Compulsory set leave two weekends each term • Home leave permitted every weekend (except one compulsory stay-in duty weekend per term for Years 9-11)
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our enrolment procedures Hamilton Girls’ High operates an enrolment scheme. All students in zone who apply must be accepted regardless of the roll size. A large number of our students do come from out of zone.
all applicants
Please complete Form 1 – Application for Enrolment and attach a copy of the student’s Birth Certificate certified by a Justice of the Peace. This is a Ministry of Education guideline. NOTE: You can refer to the list of JPs in the yellow pages, online, or in a phonebook.
zoning status In Zone Applications Students who live within the Zone shown in the map and street list online shall be entitled to enrol at Hamilton Girls’ High School. All in-zone applicants must provide a completed Form 2 - Statutory Declaration certified by a Justice of the Peace. Please attach to Form 2 a certified copy of a recent telephone/electricity account and your tenancy agreement or sale and purchase agreement. All in-zone applications must be lodged by 5pm 30th August 2013. Out of Zone Applications Out of zone applications for enrolment will be prioritised in the following order when determining whether or not there is a need for a ballot. Priority 1: Students who have been accepted for enrolment in special programmes run by the school and approved by the Secretary of Education. (No such programmes at HGHS). Priority 2: Sisters of current students. Priority 3: Sisters of former students. Priority 4: Daughters of former students of the school. Priority 5: Daughters of employees of the Hamilton Girls’ High School Board of Trustees or a daughter of a member of the board of the school. Priority 6: All other applicants.
ballot
If there are more applicants in the second, third, fourth or fifth priority groups than there are places available, selection within the priority group will be by ballot conducted in accordance with instructions issued by the Secretary of Education under Section 11G (1) of the Education Act 1989. Parents will be informed of the date of any ballot by notice in the Waikato Times.
key dates in 2013 for students who start school in 2014 are:
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Year • • • • • •
9 Prospectus and enrolment forms available online from July 29th, 2013 Open Day Tours August 13th at 2.00pm and 5.00pm Enrolments close at 5.00pm on August 30th, 2013 Ballot held by Friday, September 6th, 2013 Notification of ballot results by September 20th, 2013 Acceptance of places offered must be received by September 25th, 2013
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10, 11, 12 & 13 Enrolments close Friday 25th October, 2013 Ballot held Friday 1st November, 2013 Notification of ballot results by Wednesday 5th November, 2013 Acceptance of places offered must be received by 20th November, 2013
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our senior staff senior leadership team Principal Associate Principal Deputy Principals Assistant Principal
Marie Gordon Kathy Paterson Jill Carter Kerry Jenner Katrina Whaanga Alison Gray
M. Ed. Admin, BA, Dip Tchg PG Dip. Ed Ldship, B. SC (Honours), Dip Tchg BA (Honours), Dip Tchg M. Counselling (Honours), Waikato TTC B.Ed Dip Tchg MA Arts Admin, BA, Dip Tchg
heads of department
2013 deans Art Jodi-Ann Tautari Year 9 Vicki Wenham Drama Margie Wynne-Jones Year 10 Mere Meha-Uelese English Deborah Hunt Year 11 Sadhna Deobhakta International Pauline Steele Year 12 Silvia Huser Languages Jo Barber Year 13 Nellie Wallace Ward Mathematics Sandy Christopherson Music Joanna Dickinson PE and Health Lynn Hodgkinson guidance team Science Gail Bergman Social Science Josephine Maplesden Guidance Pam Edsall Te Reo Maori Marie Whareaitu Counsellors Robin Clarke Technology Heather Turner
board of trustees
Davis Chairperson Andrew Chris McRae Lee Major Paul Hansen Maureen Jackson (co-opted member) Debbie White Vicki Sweet (Staff Representative) Michael Smith Suad Abdulkadir (Student Representative) Eleanor Baledrokadroka
Hamilton Girls’ High School Ward Street, PO BOX 1267, Hamilton 3204 Phone: 07 839 1304, Fax: 07 834 1394 www.hghs.school.nz, administration@hghs.school.nz
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