year 10 course structure ...
Some subjects are offered as options in Year 10 in addition to a core programme based on English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Technology and Physical Education. These include ICT (Information Management Technology), Design and Technology, Graphics, Workshop (pre-trades) Materials Technology, Food Technology, Creative Textiles, Visual Art, Drama, Music, Nga Toi, Te Reo Maori, Japanese, Humanities. Year 10 students are expected to take three option subjects. There are a few things we ask students to think about when it comes to making a decision, these being:
Do you enjoy the subject?
Is it going to be important that you do this subject?
Will you need to do this subject in Year 10 so that you can carry on with it in Year 11?
It is also important that Year 10 make options as wide as possible to develop a wide range of knowledge and skills. Deans, Form Teachers and subject teachers can offer advice ensuring that Year 10 study a broad curriculum.
Student Homework Diaries
All students are expected to have homework diaries. Teachers check weekly for parent / caregiver signatures and for homework entries. Deans makes regular random checks of classes to ensure students have been keeping their homework diaries up to date. All students are expected to have a homework diary (provided free from the office at the start of the year). All students are aware that diaries must be taken to every class. Homework is expected to be given to students and checked for completion by teachers and parents. Diaries are a useful tool for communicating with parents. Notes can be written in the diary by the teacher, which is taken home by the student, signed by the parent and returned the next day. They can be used to show parents the teachers' attempt to signpost issues they may not be aware of. Serious issues are undertaken more formally by telephone or at an organised meeting.
