Heretaunga College Parent Handbook 2018 Mission Statement ‘A learning environment of opportunity and challenge’ 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE ......................................................................................... 5 2018 VISION ....................................................................................................... 6 PHILOSOPHY ....................................................................................................... 6 SCHOOL ORGANISATION ..................................................................................... 6 COMMUNICATION WITH COLLEGE ....................................................................... 7 OTHER COLLEGE TELEPHONE EXTENSION NUMBERS ............................................ 7 CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBERS ............................................... 7 PARENTS CAN ACCESS INFORMATION ON LINE .................................................... 7 CAREERS ............................................................................................................. 8 BOARD OF TRUSTEES .......................................................................................... 8 TERM DATES FOR 2018 ........................................................................................ 8 SPECIFIC COLLEGE PROCEDURES ......................................................................... 9 BELL TIMES ......................................................................................................... 9 ATTENDANCE .................................................................................................... 10 TRANSPORT ...................................................................................................... 11 BOUNDARIES .................................................................................................... 13 ADMINISTRATION AREA .................................................................................... 13 MISSION STATEMENT ........................................................................................ 14 PHILOSOPHY ..................................................................................................... 14 HERETAUNGA PRIDE .......................................................................................... 14 COLLEGE UNIFORM ........................................................................................... 16 COLLEGE UNIFORM (Acceptable shoes)............................................................... 17 COLLEGE UNIFORM (Acceptable shoes)............................................................... 18 PERSONAL APPEARANCE .................................................................................... 19 Jewellery ........................................................................................................ 19 Hair ............................................................................................................... 19 Hats ............................................................................................................... 19 COLLEGE EXPECTATIONS ................................................................................... 19 LEARNING & TEACHING ..................................................................................... 20 Homework ..................................................................................................... 20 Books and Equipment ..................................................................................... 20 Presentation of Work ...................................................................................... 21 TESTIMONIALS .................................................................................................. 21 EXAMINATIONS ................................................................................................. 21 JUNIOR CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT (JCEA) .......................... 22 PARENT REPORT MEETINGS............................................................................... 22 LIBRARY ............................................................................................................ 22 LEARNING ASSISTANCE ..................................................................................... 23 ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES ................................................ 23 OUTDOOR EDUCATION ...................................................................................... 23 STUDENT ACTIVITIES ........................................................................................ 24 Sport ............................................................................................................. 24 Music ............................................................................................................. 24 Maori Cultural Group ....................................................................................... 24 Clubs ............................................................................................................. 24 Performing Arts .............................................................................................. 24 Competitions .................................................................................................. 24 STUDENT WELFARE & DISCIPLINE ..................................................................... 25 3 STAND DOWNS AND SUSPENSIONS.................................................................... 26 RESTORATIVE CONFERENCING / PRACTICE ........................................................ 26 PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS……………………………………………………………………………..26 MEDICAL MATTERS ............................................................................................ 27 COMPLAINTS ..................................................................................................... 27 STUDENTS’ RECORDS ........................................................................................ 28 PARENT ACCESS ................................................................................................ 28 WHAT WE DO IN A CIVIL EMERGENCY ............................................................... 28 4 PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE Tena koutou katoa Welcome to Heretaunga College and thank you for enrolling your child with us. We are committed to providing the best education that we can. Our experience tells us that we are most successful in our role when there is good communication between home and school and our students have a clear understanding as to what is expected of them. Secondary schools are complex organisations and this guide has been written to provide you with information to help you and your child understand the way that our school works. It has been designed so that you can use it as a reference if issues arise during the year. If you are unsure about anything or are not happy with what is happening please feel free to contact a member of staff. We are here to help. The contact list on page 5 and 6 should assist with knowing who to call. Bruce Hart PRINCIPAL 5 2018 VISION Developing a learning environment together. VALUES Heretaunga College is a learning environment of opportunity and challenge which values: 1. individual success for everyone 2. honesty, mutual respect and personal responsibility 3. a safe and supportive environment 4. co-operation and participation 5. recognition and celebration of success 6. the unique cultural heritage of New Zealand 7. the development of responsible citizens PHILOSOPHY The philosophy of the College is reflected in its crest (the Phoenix) and motto (‘Kia Hiwa Ra’), i.e. growth and development will occur if students are awake and alert to the many opportunities and challenges the school offers. Academic emphasis is balanced by a concern for the individual’s personal and social development. As part of the growth and learning process high priority is given to preparation for employment, tertiary education and leisure; skills of self-management; respect for others; and enhancement of individual confidence and self-esteem. A positive partnership between college, home and community is developed and nurtured. SCHOOL ORGANISATION SCHOOL ADDRESS DETAILS Heretaunga College Ward Street Upper Hutt Ph: 939 9370 Fax: 939 9371 Email: [email protected] Web: www.heretaunga.school.nz 6 COMMUNICATION WITH COLLEGE If you have a concern/enquiry regarding your son/daughter you should first contact their Kaiarahi. If they are unable to help they will refer you to the Year Dean. The following are the Deans for 2018 and their contact details: Year 9 Ms Emily McHalick Ext. 852 [email protected] Year 10 Miss Kathleen Beckett Ext. 873 [email protected] Year 11 Ms Penny Quinn Ext. 810 [email protected] Year 12 Mrs Catherine Newson Ext. 876 [email protected] Year 13 Ms Joanne Charles Ext. 811 [email protected] OTHER COLLEGE TELEPHONE EXTENSION NUMBERS Principal – Bruce Hart 807 Deputy Principal – Jacqui Lucas 805 Assistant Principal – Venkat Reddy 806 Assistant Principal – Babette Moehricke 817 Principal’s PA – Phillipa Steiner 807 Finance Manager – Kirsty Fraser 803 Careers/Transition – Sue Hanlon 877 International Dean/ESOL – Viv Gillespie 844 Guidance Counsellor – Nick Dye 818 CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBERS It is very important that the school files are kept up-to-date. If family circumstances change and students/families have a change of telephone number, address or any other circumstances, please let the Kaiarahi or the office know. Alternatively