Pukekohe High School
Prospectus 2013
Welcome to Pukekohe High School A positive place of learning At Pukekohe High School we will work hard with learners, their parents and whanau, to prepare for academic success. We will help learners to create pathways that will lead to success at school and in the future. Our vision is to be a positive place of learning where people are challenged and equipped to fulďŹ l their potential and to achieve their aspirations. We achieve this through:
- the way we teach - the support we give - the opportunities we provide
A positive place of learning
our positive place of le
““ ”” The teacher sets us up for success.
The teacher included us a lot in what she was doing, and explained why we were
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doing it and how we were going to do it.
She lets us help in the planning of what we are going to do.
The teacher comes and helps and gives
good advice. Lets us know what we have done well or helps us work out what we still need to do.
earning is all about...
The Te Kotahitanga programme which develops respectful relationships–manaakitanga. The Junior Diploma which develops foundational skills and habits that lead to NCEA success. The careers programme which helps learners develop clear career goals and pathways to reach success. Specific learning needs are addressed by providing support as needed.
Our 2011 success stories: More than 75% of our senior students achieved an NCEA qualification More than 26% of our students achieved NCEA at Merit or Excellence level. 11 Scholarship awards including an outstanding scholarship award A top scholar award (first place in New Zealand) 15 elite university study scholarships awarded
the opportunities we provide
Student-centred classrooms where teachers know their learners and students are supported.
the support we give
A subject range which gives rise to career opportunities and further study.
the way we teach
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Subjects that expand from year 9 into specialist subjects in the senior school.
our positive place of le
“” The teacher knows where my child is at and what the school can offer for help.
They looked at the less achieved subjects and how to remedy these.
They concentrated on my child’s least
favourites and subjects she is struggling with and gave lots of suggestions.
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The form teacher has a close and caring relationship with their learners and is the most important point of contact for parents.
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A dean who leads each house and is assisted by a member of the leadership team.
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Academic Conferences foster ako by creating a partnership between parents, the school and the learner. By working together we help the learner reach their potential at school.
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We welcome and encourage contact between parents and whanau.
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Our skilled counselling team provides personal counselling and support.
Our Health Centre provides first-aid emergency services, healthcare, and advice. We have close connections with community agencies.
the opportunities we provide
Learners belong to one of five houses where their academic, emotional and physical support is fostered.
the support we give
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our positive place of learn
“ ” I learnt to look at others’ perspectives.
I gained new skills; I learnt new things about myself.
If I could learn this within just five days of being put out of my comfort zone, imagine what it could do for other students.
ning is all about...
the opportunities we provide
Positive learning experiences leave a lasting impression
Being a “positive place of learning” is at the core of our philosophy. By providing a range of learning experiences, Pukekohe High School encourages its students to develop a positive attitude towards learning and become “confident, connected, actively involved, lifelong learners”. The Pukekohe High School Prospectus provides insights into the learning experiences that we provide and the opportunities for students to become involved. These are described in the three areas of: How we teach. The practices we adopt to engage our learners and the extensive curriculum that as a big school we are able to provide as we prepare our students for their world of work and further learning at the end of their school years. The opportunities that we provide. The learning experiences that can be gained through involvement in sports, music, the performing arts, cultural groups, and outdoor pursuits are invaluable when developing connected and involved learners. Students are able to experience a vast range of activities and achieve personal goals at the beginner level to national and international competitions. The support we give. We encourage our students to become “connected” members of our school community through their identity as members of a form group, a house, and in different levels of leadership throughout the school. To develop positive attitudes towards learning, students need to be involved. We invite you to take your learning journey with us. Ian McKinnon Principal
Harris Street, PO Box 306, Pukekohe, New Zealand Telephone: 64 9 238 6089 Facsimile: 64 9 238 6084 Email: exec@pukekohehigh.school.nz Web: www.pukekohehigh.ultranet.school.nz