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L in c o l n H i g h Sc h o o l

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From the mountains to the sea

Christchurch Lincoln

LINCOLN AND SURROUNDING REGIONS

Lincoln High School is 25 minutes away from Christchurch International Airport, the gateway for tourists visiting the South Island. Situated on the East Coast it is close to both the sea and the mountains, providing a wonderful playground for those who enjoy opportunities for recreation.

• Is ethnically diverse • Has a strong cultural heritage with many beautiful parks and gardens to explore • Has a vast range of sporting and cultural facilities including golf courses • Has a university that is held in high regard, providing courses and training in most disciplines • Caters for students from other countries who have been furthering their education for over 20 years

KiA ora and welcome We invite you to be part of our very inclusive, warm and safe environment and want to see you leave Lincoln with a richness of experiences which are positive and rewarding.

We have many cultures amongst our 1600 students and our community is welcoming and understanding of the individual needs of all students.

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At Lincoln High School we have strong values of lifelong learning, respect, pride and “doing good for others”. Our highly trained and successful staff work alongside students to ensure everyone seeks to be the very best they can be.

Mrs K Paterson Principal

Lincoln High School

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Welcoming International Students Lincoln High School warmly welcomes international students. We are a Government Co-Educational High School catering for Years 9 to 13 and we have a long tradition of accepting students from many parts of the world.

Lincoln High School is a vibrant and high academic achieving school and has a very good reputation for providing excellent pastoral care for our students.

We place a strong emphasis on ensuring students enjoy their experience at Lincoln and that parents are confident in the well-being of their children.

International students live with carefully chosen homestay families, who along with the school, assist them in adjusting to their new environment. It is important that you learn in a community that makes you feel welcome, but is understanding of your needs, and challenges you to new things.

Orientation All international students partcipate in an orientation programme on commencing their studies at Lincoln High School. This helps them to settle in quickly and includes: • Being met at the airport on arrival • Orientation of school facilities • An outline of programmes, services and activities available • Planning their academic programme • An outline of school rules • An introduction to the New Zealand Education system • Familiarisation with aspects of life in New Zealand • English competency testing and determining the need for ESOL and classroom support “Being an international student in Lincoln High School has probably been the best experience of my life. The whole school is surrounded by an ambience of welcoming; the teachers are understanding and always ready to give a hand and make the classes interactive” Javiera Gonzalez , Chile

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ACADEMIC Lincoln High School has a well-deserved reputation as a highly successful school academically. Our innovative programmes lead progressively to senior levels where students are prepared for National Examinations (NCEA). The school’s quality teaching enables outstanding academic results, student pathways to higher education and enjoyment of learning. The school is well resourced, including extensive Information Technology and modern learning environments.

With strong relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community, the school prides itself on providing an education that encapsulates values. We value learning with others, lifelong learning, and are a school that takes account of individual learning differences that lead to greater self-awareness.

Why Lincoln • Recognized as a top academic school with results consistently well above the national average • Regularly achieves in regional and national awards • Wide diversity of subjects at all levels, many of which are linked to courses in tertiary institutions • Committed to improving student achievement – extra tuition available in most subject areas • Opportunities for students to attend University for Extension Courses • Safe quiet learning environment but with easy access to the attractions of a large city • Four levels of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Small class sizes

Lincoln High School

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courses of study YEAR 9

YEAR 10

Compulsory Subjects

Compulsory Subjects

• English/ESOL

• English/ESOL

• Mathematics

• Mathematics

• Science

• Science

September and available from

• Social Studies

• Social Studies

the School Office.

• Physical Education

• Physical Education

• Health Education

• Health Education

Some subjects listed may

Optional Subjects (5 chosen from)

Optional Subjects (3 chosen from)

not run each year if numbers

• Art

• Agricultural/Horticultural Science

of students are not viable.

• Agriculture Science

• Art

• Chinese

• Chinese

• Dance

• Digital Programming

• Digital Technology

• Digital Technology

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• Drama

• Drama

However, subject changes may

• Food and Nutrition

• Economics/Accounting/Business

• French

• Electro-technology

• Graphics

• Graphics

• Horticultural Science • Japanese

• English for Speakers of Other Languages

• Materials Technology (Metal Based)

• Food and Nutrition

• Materials Technology (Wood Based)

• French

• Media Studies

• Graphics

• Music

• Japanese

• Te Reo Maori

• Materials Technology (Metal Based)

• Te Reo Maori Studies

• Materials Technology (Wood Based)

• Textile Technology

• Media Studies

A full explanation of the content and entry requirements for all these courses is contained in a separate booklet, published in

The courses listed here are those planned at the time

occur in order to best meet the needs of students.

• Music • Te Reo Maori • Textile Technology

“The best thing during my time at Lincoln was that I never got tired of school. Classes were fun, for the simple reason that the teachers are fun, friendly and know how to involve the students” Philip Heimann, Germany

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YEAR 11

(NCEA LEVEL 1)

YEAR 12

(NCEA LEVEL 2)

Compulsory Subjects

Compulsory Subjects

• English/ESOL • Mathematics • Science

• English/ESOL

Optional Subjects (2 or 3 chosen from) • Agricultural/Horticultural Science • Art • Chinese • Digital Technology • Drama • Economics/Accounting • English for Speakers of Other Languages • Food and Nutrition • French • Geography • Graphics • Health Education • History • Hospitality • Japanese • Materials Technology (Metal Based) • Materials Technology (Wood Based) • Music • Physical Education • Physical Education and Recreation • Physical Recreation • Product Design Technology • Senior Social Sciences • Te Reo Maori • Textile Technology

Optional Subjects (4 chosen from) • Accounting • Agricultural/Horticultural Science • Biology • Chemistry • Chinese • Classical Studies • Computer Graphics and Design • Digital Technology • Drama • Economics • Employment Skills • English for Speakers of Other Languages • Food and Nutrition • French • Geography • Graphic Design & Photography • Graphics • Health Education • History • Hospitality • Japanese • Materials Technology (Metal Based) • Materials Technology (Wood Based) • Mathematics • Media Studies • Music • Outdoor Recreation • Physical Education • Physical Education & Recreation • Physics • Practical Art • Product Design Technology • Science • Senior Social Sciences • Technical Art • Te Reo Maori • Tikanga Maori • Textile Technology • Tourism

YEAR 13

(NCEA LEVEL 3)

Compulsory Subjects None Optional Subjects (5 chosen from) • Accounting • Agricultural and Horticultural Science • Art Design • Art Painting • Art Photography • Art Printmaking • Art Science • Biology • Chemistry • Chinese • Classical Studies • Digital Technology • Drama • Economics • Employment Skills • English • English for Speakers of Other Languages • Film Study and Production • French • Geography • Graphics • Health Education • History • Hospitality • Japanese • Materials Technology • Mathematics with Calculus • Mathematics Statistics and Modelling • Music • Outdoor Recreation • Physical Education • Physics • Product Design Technology • Science • Senior Social Sciences • Sports Coaching and Leadership • Te Reo Maori • Tikanga Maori • Tourism Lincoln High School

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sports opportunities Lincoln High School recognises the significant contribution that sport can make to the health and well-being of young people and offers a wide range of sporting and

Most sports are available to both girls and boys:

• Hockey • Netball • Rugby • Football • Touch Rugby • Table Tennis • Basketball • Badminton • Volleyball • Tennis • Softball • Cricket • Futsal • Mountain Biking • Skiing • Triathlons • Rock Climbing • Snow Boarding • Surfing • Squash • Kayaking • Golf • Water Polo • Archery • Orienteering • Gymnastics • Shooting • Lawn Bowls • Swimming • Athletics

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recreational opportunities. At the competitive level of sport we are proud of our successes both in individual and team competitions.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES Lincoln High School views cultural activities as important and valuable educational experiences and encourages students to take full advantage of the wide range of activities offered.

Lincoln High School has a well reputation in performing arts with biennial productions and provides with the opportunities to participate performances and festivals.

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It views cultural activities as important and valuable educational experiences and encourages students to take full advantage of the wide range of activities offered.

• Drama • Debating • Theatre sports • Kapa Haka • Choir • Chamber Music • Orchestra • Jazz Band

• Rock Band • String Orchestra • Speech Contests • Chess • Language

Department Trips

“Lincoln High school has changed my entire teenage life with a lot of different opportunities for me” Kelvin Nguyen, Vietnam

Lincoln High School

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OUTDOOR EDUCATION Lincoln High School offers an exciting and diverse Outdoor Education Programme at Year 12 and 13 levels. Students can opt in to these subjects in the same way they can choose any other curriculum subject. All courses are assessed against standards that earn credits towards National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA).

Year 12 Outdoor Education offers:

• Tramping • Camping • Snow Caving • Rock Climbing/Abseiling • Mountain Biking • Sea Kayaking • Orienteering

Year 13 Outdoor Education offers:

• Sea Kayaking • River Crossing • Tramping • Knowledge of Weather Processes In addition to the Senior Outdoor Education Programme, subject related field trips also offer opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Year 10 offers a three day camp which is designed to provide exciting and personal challenges for the student.

Safety is paramount and programmes do not operate unless they can be safely managed. An important part of the programme is risk management and students are trained in how to assess and handle the risks which occur in the outdoors.

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C ONTAC T D E TA I L S Phone +64 3 325 2121 Fax +64 3 325 2509 Email gst@lincoln.school.nz

POSTA L : International Department Lincoln High School PO Box 69138 Lincoln 7640 Canterbury, New Zealand

PHYSI C A L : Lincoln High School 25 Boundary Road Lincoln Canterbury New Zealand Code: Lincoln High School has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at http://www.minedu.govt.nz

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