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Your Planet, Your Future KAYH 4

What are the issues faced by our planet and those living on it? What does the future hold.
Number INOK 5

We will see where everyone is at and then go over the key number ideas you need to know before mo
Level 3/4 Maths Number Skills STEH 3, 4

This course is designed to help students strengthen their basic number knowledge.
Independent English GEOM 5

This course is for students who want to work independently towards improving their literacy and/o
Calculus DERT 8

This is normally a FULL YEAR course for students who have completed level two mathematics.
Improv & Drama Games EMIM 4, 5

Come along, have a 'Yes Let's' attitude and play some Drama Games and learn 'Improv'.
Ko ngā Ākonga Tuākana (Senior Te Reo Māori) ABBR 6, 7, 8

Nau mai, haere mai ki ngā tuākana o Ao Tawhiti!
Is it basic or alkaline? FLOM 6

This class will prepare students for the external assessment Sci 1.5 Acids and Bases, which will

NUMERIC REASONING LOUW 6

This course contains a mixture of internals and externals during the year.
Back to Basics-The Novel VERL 5

This course will take students through the process of reading, analyzing and reflecting on a nove
The Horrifying and Beautiful World in Which We Live - Term 1 2017 RICP 4, 5

In this course, we’ll use texts to look at how the political and social landscape is being shaped
Level One Media Studies RICP 6

In Media Studies this year, we'll be looking primarily at films, and how to express ideas about s
Ratios and Rates/Measurement/Geometry JOHS 5

Ratios and Rates
Level 1 Multivariate data INOK 6

We will start off with an important statistics topic which will be built on further in level 2 an
The future of energy // Astronomical spectroscopy ZACW 8

THE FUTURE OF ENERGY (five weeks)
Foundation level 4/5 Making mistakes with drawing and paint and loving it HOLR 4, 5

Foundation drawing and painting runs for term one.
Dancing Through the Decades SARM 4, 5

In this class we will be preparing for the Showquest competition.
Calculus DERT 8

This is normally a FULL YEAR course for students who have completed level two mathematics.
The Ukulele Orchestra! MATD 3, 4

This course is open to all ukulele enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced, students and parents

The Hero's Journey ROBM 4, 5

In this class we will examine what it truly means to be a hero through the study of literature.
Philosophy - a brief history BRES 3, 4

Why was Socrates sentenced to death? Can we know anything certain about the world we perceive?
ADVANCED MUSIC 1; NCEA LEVEL 1 MATD 6, 7

PRE-REQUISITES
NUMBER LOUW 5

All those essential skills to be numerate -
Tūrangawaewae - place where one has rights of residence and belonging MATP 4

All living things have a place that they 'belong'.
Preparing for the event SARA 7, 8

Are you up for a challenge? If so, then this is the right course for you.

Numeric Reasoning GREO 5, 6

We'll revise integers, factors, multiples, primes, BEDMAS, we'll look at percentages and proporti
NUMBER - NCEA LEVEL 1 LOUW 6
Learning Support PAUG 4

Learning Support
SEQUENCES and NETWORKS LOUW 7

This is a study of number patterns and how they can be used in real life situations.
Project English: Understanding The Science GEOM 5

This course is for students who enjoy working on their own research projects.
1.1 Level 3 Mathematics and Measurement LIBB 3

This class is for students working within Level 3.
The NEW Journalists Society MART 4, 5

Want to try your hand at journalism?
English for Artists LAUB 6, 7

English for Artists is a class designed with Level 1 and 2 students in mind.
Mathematics DERT 6

We are running three slightly different mathematics courses at level 6 (NCEA level 1) this year.
NUMBER and MEASUREMENT LOUW 5

NUMBER - all those essential skills to be numerate -
Advanced Product and Furniture Design JARG 7, 8

This course is for students interested in learning about how to design and make things, and who c
The name's Bond...Ionic Bond: Chemical Bonding and Structure ZACW 7

In Term 1, we will investigate the intermolecular and intramolecular forces that hold matter toge
Measury maths MATP 5

This is an introductory, practical based NZC Level 5 course - typically Y9 students would start h
5 Matt - real world numbers MATP 5

NUMBER - with a practical/ context-based approach.
Control - Who has it? CRPE 5

This course explores the concept of control in our lives. How much do we actually control?
From pretty precipitates to investigating the cosmos MATP 7, 8

78 Science - a general, non-specialist Science course up to and including NCEA L3, University Ent
Essential Skills for the Professional Musician MATD 6, 7, 8

This course is designed for students wanting to complete NCEA standards in music, or for experien
6Social Studies - Introduction to Level One Social Studies PETB 6

Social Studies is the study of the social, cultural and political conditions in New Zealand as w
Number and Measurement MICV 5

This course will suit students who are planning to take an NCEA Level maths course next year.
Animal Behaviour Introduction MATW 8

All animals live in a different sensory world to humans.
SENIOR JAZZ BAND MATD 7, 8

This course is designed for experienced musicians working at NCEA level music who are wanting to

Calculus DERT 8

This is normally a FULL YEAR course for students who have completed level two mathematics.

Gearing up for Athletics SARA 6

To begin the Physcial Education year we will be gearing up for Olympics Day.
SOH CAH TOA! (Not a Harry Potter spell) ZACW 5

Students will learn to apply trigonometric ratios and Pythagoras' Theorem to solve real-world pro
Personal Movement & Fitness DEAC 4

Athletics, gymnastics, fitness, yoga, climbing, olympic lifting.

Writing Workshop MEGW 5

A chance to learn some fundamentals of writing, put them into practice, and get some feedback.
7 and 8ART studio residency year two and Three JONJ 7, 8

This course runs for a full year and ends at the beginning of term 4.
Animal Behaviour Introduction MATW 8

All animals live in a different sensory world to humans.
1.1 8English GEOM 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Astronomical spectroscopy // alkynes of fun with organic chemistry ZACW 8

ASTRONOMICAL SPECTROSCOPY (weeks 1-5)
LOST CIVILISATIONS BREB 7

No man is an island, but an island is.
Minglish Level 1 RICP 6

('Minglish' is a combination of 'Media' and 'English')
ADVANCED MUSIC: NCEA LEVELS TWO AND THREE MATD 7, 8

This course is designed for experienced musicians, wanting to achieve standards at levels two and
Energy and the Earth MATP, TERA 5, 6, 7

From the beginning to the end.
Tactics for Mechanics FLOM 7

This year-long course will follow an academic path to offer 19 to 22 credits at NCEA level 2, cov
45Maths - Number INOK 4, 5

We go through the Number skills you need to move on in Maths including types of numbers, fraction
How to run away from bears and other useful life skills MICV, MATW 6

Every wondered how you get the energy to run away from bears?
New Zealand's unique geology ZACW 5, 6

New Zealand has a wide range of gorgeous, unique geological surface features, such as volcanoes,

Sustainability: Bush Basics KATA 6

What is sustainability? Why is it important?

Sustainable maths STEH 4

Measurement tools and skills have a variety of uses in everyday life.
year 11 - 'Getting started' - term one HOLR 6

This course runs for a full year and ends in the beginning of term 4.
Legal Studies ALLH 8

Law is defined. We examine why laws are obeyed.
Law and freedom are discussed.
Media and Film Studies - Advanced NCEA RICP 7, 8

In this course, we'll focus on film analysis (T1), design (T2) and production (T3/4).
SENIOR JAZZ BAND MATD 7, 8

This course is a year long practical exploration of jazz forms and improvisation.
Time and space. MICV 5

In this class we will be looking at the types of measurement units that we use everyday e.g.
Business Studies and Enterprise GEOM 6, 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Numeracy Basics MATW 6

- Do you use a calculator to work out times-tables multiplications?
The Making of Aotearoa New Zealand KATA 4

Aotearoa New Zealand. One of the last places on Earth to be settled by humans.
1.1 Extension English GEOM 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

This course is for students who want to extend their literacy and/or English skills.
Philosophy: Romeo and Juliet LAUB 4, 5

Destiny, fate, love and hate. Shakespeare wrote about all the big things.
Level 8 Media Studies - Film Analysis RICP 8

This term, We'll make sure you have the basic skillset to talk about film analysis (touching on s
Korero Maori MART 6, 7, 8

“Ko te manu e kai ana te miro, nona te ngahere.
7/8 Photography ROSM 7, 8

You will be working towards either a level 2 two panel folio or a level 3 three panel folio of wo
Tourism - World Tourism Destinations CRPE 7, 8

This course is designed for senior students who are interested in learning about or working in th
Writing Workshop MEGW 5

In this level five English class we will practice descriptive writing skills, as well as brush up
Advanced Mandarin Language and Culture Class MLA 4, 5

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Essential Number Skills DUNW 5

This course is intended to provide something different.
Integrated Studies 2 GEOM 7, 8

Integrated Studies combines Business Studies, English, and Enterprise into a holistic learning pr
Number INOK 4

We will spend time practising basic number operations using variety of problems.
How do I measure up? DUNW 4

Measurement tools and skills have a variety of uses in everyday life.
Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a linear mathematical relationship, with direction GREO 6

Mathematical analysis of data is the key to understanding how all scientific studies, financial a
The Ukulele Orchestra! MATD 3, 4

This course is open to all ukulele enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced, students and parents

What's your number? KAYH 4

This course will aim to get our number skills on track.
1.1 Level 3 Mathematics including Geometry and Measurement LIBB 3, 4

This class is for students working within Level 3 who are not quite ready for Level 4, or who hav
Tactics for Mechanics FLOM 7

This year-long course will follow an academic path to offer 19 to 22 credits at NCEA level 2, cov
Minglish Level 1 - Reading! RICP 6

('Minglish' is a combination of 'Media' and 'English')
Measurement and Number Knowledge GREO, DERT 5

Mahi ine me te nama.
Let's get the measure of where we are at.... KAYH 4

Maths is the only universal language which means we can ALL understand it and use it in our every
You’re Football crazy…You’re Football mad! IANH 4, 5

Do you have a love for the ‘Beautiful Game’ ? Do you enjoy keeping fit?
Advanced DRAMA ALIE 7, 8

This year there are two distinct streams operating at senior level; 6DRA will create and rehearse
Integrated Studies 1 GEOM 6

Integrated Studies combines Business Studies, English, and Enterprise into a holistic learning pr
NCEA Level 3 Media Studies - Term One RICP 8

We’ll make sure you have the basic skillset to talk about film analysis (touching on skills you w
But why!!? And how? JOB 7

The scope of man's inhumanity to man is incomprehensible, as are the reasons we use to justify it
1.1 Visual Artists as Entrepreneurs HOLR 8

We start the term by working out what you want to work on through the year.
What's Your Number? DEBD 4

This course will aim to get our number skills on track.
Number Number Number KAYH 3, 4

This course aims to strengthen students number knowledge.
The name's Bond...Ionic Bond: Chemical Bonding and Structure ZACW 7

In Term 1, we will investigate the intermolecular and intramolecular forces that hold matter toge
Design, Make and Innovate JARG 6

This course provides students with learning opportunities to become skilled designers and makers.
7/8 Photography ROSM 7, 8

You will be working towards either a level 2 two panel folio or a level 3 three panel folio of wo
Mechanical Mayhem GREO 7

We'll begin the learning that is assessed by the mechanics external 91171.
To Be or Not To Be…. In a Shakespeare play? MART 6, 7, 8

What is your substance..?
Shall I compare you to a summer's day..?
Design, Make, Innovate JARG 7, 8

This course offers learning opportunities for students interested in designing and making things

TRIGONOMETRY and PROBABILITY METHODS LOUW 7

TRIGONOMETRY gives us a way to relate the lengths of a triangle's sides with the triangle's angle
Starting Law ALLH 8

Law is defined. We examine why laws are obeyed. Law and freedom is discussed.
Philosophy: Science - Good, Bad, Bogus BRES 7, 8

Did you know that reality might differ from what your sense perceptions tell you?
Essential Number Skills DUNW 4, 5

As Mathematics grows in complexity developing a grasp of essential number concepts is critical.
Introduction to genetics ZACW 6

We will focus on genetics and variation: What are genes and what do they do?
Number ALIS 5

All those essential skills to be numerate -
5 Maths Term 1 2022 JESD 5

This course will suit students who are planning to take an NCEA Level 1 maths course next year.
Our Treaty KATA 4, 5

The Treaty of Waitangi / Te Tiriti o Waitangi is the founding document of New Zealand.
Softball STEH 5

Softball is New Zealand's second most popular summer sport and we have been World Champions six t
Yellow
LA Levels
ARE YOU CRAZY? NO I’M ABSURD! EMKN 7, 8

This course is focusing on the ADVANCED skills for TWO/THREE person scenes.
Clone of 1.2 Foundation drawing and more ...... HOLR 5

Pre-requisite is completing foundation drawing in 1.1 (this course runs through all of term one)
78 NUMERACY LOUW 6

This course is for Year 12 and 13 students who have yet to gain the 10 credits for NCEA Level 1 N
Our Treaty KATA 4, 5

The Treaty of Waitangi / Te Tiriti o Waitangi is the founding document of New Zealand.
Ki O Rahi and Volleyball SARO 5

The focus this term will be on your interpersonal skills.
Individual Pathway English GEOM 5

This course is for students who want to develop their literacy and/or English skills.
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas MEGW 4, 5

Bruno, aged nine, is forced to leave his family home in Berlin and move to a "cold and nasty" hou
NCEA Level 1 English - Term One RICP 6

We'll start the year by doing a close study of a few short stories, then a novel (TBA after a cla
World War One Readings BRAF 5

In this course we will read 10 texts exploring various aspects of World War One.
Digital Technologies IANH 5

This is intended to be a whole year course where we plan, design and create Digital resources tha
1.1 Visual Artists as Entrepreneurs 2017 HOLR 8

We start the term by working out what you want to work on through the year.
Who do you think you are? KATA 5

This course is all about identity and runs for the whole of term one.
Whakarongo ki ngā Manu Kōrero MART 6, 7, 8

Those wanting NCEA Level 1 (or higher) MUST BE committed to studying and would be expected to tak
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology KelB 7, 8

In this course you will participate in a variety of Exercise Science practical labs as well as th
Year 12 and 13 art - term one HOLR 7, 8

Term one
Calculus DERT 8

This is normally a full year course for students who have completed level two mathematics.
NUMBER - NCEA LEVEL 1 LOUW 6
Design and Make JARG 5, 6

This course offers learning opportunities for students interested in designing and making things.
Chancy Measurement GREO 6

This term we will start working towards the internal in measurement.
Learn the Secret Language of Te Reo Māori MART 6, 7, 8

Kaua e mate wheke mate ururoa
Don't die like a octopus, die like a hammerhead shark
1.1 level two and three art making - term one HOLR 7, 8

Term one
There and Back Again ROBM 4

Let's read The Hobbit!
Ions of all sorts FLOM 7

We will start the year with a fun internal exam asking us to identify ions present in a solution.
CHANCE and DATA LOUW 6

We will examine both Statistics and Probability.
1.1 Level 3 Literacy LIBB 3

In this course we will be learning about the links between reading and writing and have explicit

Calculus - Trigonometry DERT 8

This is normally a FULL YEAR course for students who have completed level two mathematics.
Statistics L3 Bivariate data INOK 8

To wake up the brain for the year we will study Bivariate Data.
JAZZ BAND: TERM 1 MATD 6, 7, 8

This course is designed for experienced musicians working at NCEA level music who are wanting to

Tramping and Sea-kayaking Expedition MATP 7, 8

Tramping and Sea-kayaking Expedition: This is a joint course with Oxford Area school and will inv
Sociology ALLH 8

The difference between social psychology and sociology is outlined The assumptions about society

Level One English - Term 1 2017 RICP 6

After starting off by analysing some interesting short texts by Stephen King, we’ll choose a nove
1.1 Foundation drawing and more ...... HOLR 5

Foundation drawing (runs through all of term one)
Stand up for the Ecosystem BREB 6

We need it for it’s beauty and the oxygen we breathe but ultimately it is essential for our very

Stranded on Mars: The Martian ROBM 6

Imagine being an astronaut stranded, alone, on Mars.
Level Two - Art making towards a folio HOLR 7

Term one
Stanley Kubrick ROBM 8

***This class is only available to students 16 and older.***
Ao Tawhiti Commonwealth Games STEH 4

We might not live on the Gold Coast, where the 2018 Commonwealth games are about to be held, but

78Social Studies: Introduction to Level Two and Three PETB 7, 8

Social Studies is the study of the social, cultural and political conditions in New Zealand as w
Advanced Mechanics FLOM 8

This year-long course will follow an academic path to offer 19 to 25 credits at NCEA level 3, cov
History, Sociology and The Dawn Raids of the 1970s RICM 7, 8

This course is an introduction to the study of both History and Sociology for NCEA assessments at
Shakespeare Festival Class SARH 6

Yes, it is time for Sheliah Winn Shakespeare Competition again.
Ao Tawhiti Open Tennis STEH 4, 5

Together we will develop our skills for playing tennis through regular skill and game sessions.
Te Ngakau o te Kura - Heart of the School MART 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Time to put our cultural and historical narrative into our school.
Introducing Psychology ALLH 7, 8

In this course the major theories that make up psychology as a subject will be outlined This will
Quiet Please! GEOM 6

This course is for students who want to work towards improving their literacy and/or English skil
Essential Number Skills DUNW 5

As Mathematics grows in complexity developing a grasp of essential number concepts is critical.
Chemical Reactivity: Part 1 ZACW 7

In Term 1.1 (and concluding in Term 1.2), we will focus on some important questions across a broa
The big ideas REBF 8

8 HEALTH is all about the broader issues that affect the well-being of whole communities, such as
Reading for Pleasure KATA 5

Reading opens a world of ideas and information enabling you to understand your own world or possi
Business Studies and Enterprise GEOM 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Stand up for the Ecosystem BREB 6

We need it for it’s beauty and the oxygen we breathe but ultimately it is essential for our very

Drop the base: Acids, bases and reactivity GREO 6

Term 1 of this course is ESSENTIAL for any student wishing to study chemistry beyond Level 1 NCEA
Aqueous equilibria - a chemical balancing act ZACW 8

We will begin the year by significantly expanding upon our knowledge of chemical equilibria from

6 ENG: Coming of Age Stories MEGW 6

We will read some 'coming-of-age' stories, and do some creative writing.
What if .....reading an alternative version of a known story. KAYH 4

What if we changed the story or the ending.
What's your angle? MICV 5

We will find out how high Superman has to jump when he leaps tall buildings in a single bound!
From the Insane: Memnto VERL 7, 8

Parent Permission to watch Memento
To the Beach! KATA 7, 8

Sustainability? Too boring, too vague, too late? A government greenwash or a survival plan?
Stick and Ball Team Sports DEAC 4

Lacrosse, cricket, hockey, softball.

Algebra Level 2 INOK 7

We are starting with the Algebra you will need to know for the rest of the year.
Statistics DERT 8

Scientia Ficta STEM 4

Science fiction has a strange habit of often becoming reality.
Write like a pro. STEH 4

The ability to write well to convey your message accurately and meaningfully, is crucial in so ma
NZ Anti Nuclear Movement RICM 7, 8

In this term we will study the protests surrounding the testing of nuclear weapons in the South P
As I live and breathe. BREB 7

We will look at the full animal kingdom in terms of the accumulation of increasingly complex adap
True Crime STMA 5

In the year 1999, high school student Hae Min Lee, disappeared without a trace.
The Self-directed Music Project MATD 4, 5

Want to write a song? Learn or progress on an instrument? Play in a band?
Location, Location, Location CRPE 6

What is this thing called Geography?
ADVANCED MUSIC 1 - (NCEA LEVELS 1 and 2...) MATD 6, 7

Do music for NCEA credits!
Organic chemistry: it's alkynes of fun! ZACW 7

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (weeks 1-7)
Active photography! STEH 4

This course has two seperate, but complimentary focus areas and I am looking for students who wan
Elementary My Dear Watson BRAF 4

On this course you will learn to write a mystery story.
MAKING MUSIC: NCEA LEVEL ONE MATD 6

This course is part of a semester-long programme, designed to support students wanting to achieve
Patterns in the nature of things BREB 7

The world is not just randomly populated. We know this from the things we see everyday.
The skeptics club - Without Aliens. FLOM 5

You all have been watching documentaries before, or read some interesting article on internet.
Calculus - Trigonometry DERT 8

This is normally a FULL YEAR course for students who have completed level two mathematics.
Beginner Mandarin Language and Culture Class MLA 1, 2, 3

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How do we "do" science? ZACW 4

In this unit, we will discover how we know what we know, and "how to do science".
Introduction to Shakespeare and Othello LAUB 4

Are you a frothy dismal-dreaming dewberry? How about a bootless beetle-headed barnacle?
The big ideas REBF 7

7 HEALTH will start this block with health promotion.
Reading for enrichment and success MEGT 6

We live in a literacy-rich world, where daily life involves navigating a stream of information an
Project Senior English GEOM 7, 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Film Studies GEOM 6, 7
NUMBER LOUW 4, 5

All those essential skills to be numerate -
"Shall Joy Wear What Grief Has Fashioned?" FIOH 3, 4, 5

This workshop incorporates a FULL DAY off-site on Wednesdays and Yellow at school on Friday morni
1.1 level two art making towards a folio HOLR 7

Term one
Find Your Favourite Reading Genre RICP 5

In this block, we will be reading a bunch of books. So many books!
668, Neighbour of the Beast MATP 4, 5

45Maths is a core numeracy course.
Level 1 Athletics EMMB 6

This class will run for the duration of term one and towards the end of term one a new unit will

Product and Furniture Design JARG 5, 6

Learn practical design and manufacturing skills as you develop and manufacture your own personali
1.1 Business Studies and Enterprise GEOM 6, 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Young Journalists Society MART 4, 5

Want to try your hand at journalism?
Drop the base: Acids, bases and reactivity ZACW 6

Term 1 of this course is ESSENTIAL for any student wishing to study chemistry beyond Level 1 NCEA
Team building SARA 4

In this course we will complete a range of activities where you are encouraged to work with other
1.1 Level Three - Art making towards a folio HOLR 8

Part One- Getting started
Term one
Number INOK 4

We will spend time practising basic number operations using variety of problems.
Integrated Studies 1 GEOM 5, 6

Integrated Studies combines Business Studies, English, and Enterprise into a holistic learning pr
34MAT - Can you find your way around a Map? KAYH 3, 4

This course looks at position and orientation.
Calculus DERT 8

This is normally a FULL YEAR course for students who have completed level two mathematics.
Drop the base: quantitative titrations ZACW 7

Titrations are used in a wide range of jobs, from wine and cheese preparation, monitoring the pH

Level 1 Maths 2021 Term 1 MATW 6

The class will allow you to pursue your individual mathematics goals, whether they be obtaining f
ReMake: Deconstruct/ Reconstruct JARG 3, 4

Students will have opportunities to deconstruct an ordinary pallet and learn practical design and
Microbiology MATP 5

2021 - a return to normal?
Tales of the Supernatural - Harry Potter MEGW 5, 6

Journey into unknown worlds of mystery and evil possibilities, crammed with catastrophe, terror,

Understanding Sustainability: Ecosystems and Economics KATA 6

What is sustainability? Why is it important?
Being a Sociologist ALLH 8

The difference between social psychology and sociology is outlined.
Wreeding and Riting Skillz 5 ROBM 5

*This is a Curriculum Level 5 class requiring a fair amount of independent work.
Introducing Psychology ALLH 7, 8

In this course the major theories that make up psychology will be outlined.
Philosophy: Death to Socrates BRES 6

CONTENT R13 - due to essential video material.
Read to write JOB 4, 5

There will be two strands to this course; reading and writing.
Numeric Reasoning GREO 5

We'll revise integers, factors, multiples, primes, BEDMAS, we'll look at percentages and proporti
Level 1 Numeracy INOK 5

This course is for people who are not good at maths and only want the 10 Numeracy credits to pass
Shakespeare & The Sheilah Winn Competition EMIM 6, 7, 8

It's Sheilah Winn time again.
Clone of Whakarongo ki ngā Manu Kōrero MART 6, 7, 8

Those wanting NCEA Level 1 (or higher) MUST BE committed to studying and would be expected to tak
Advanced Design, Make and Innovate JARG 7, 8

This is a practical course for students with previous experience in design or technology.
New School Construction Projects JARG 5, 6, 7, 8

This course will offer students opportunities to learn construction and joinery skills as they he
Tramping and Sea-kayaking Expedition PETB 7, 8

Tramping and Sea-kayaking Expedition:This is a joint course with Oxford Area school and will invo
NUMBER and MEASUREMENT LOUW 5

NUMBER - all those essential skills to be numerate -
Find Your Favourite Genre RICP 5

This course is targeted towards students who are operating at the higher end of the Level Five cu
Level 3/4 English Research Skills STEH 3, 4

The context for our learning will be looking at the adolescent brain, with a variety of different
Tennis SARB 5

Do we have a Djokovic or Williams in the making?
Level Two English - Short Text Analysis RICP 7

In this course, we’ll start by analysing some short texts by Ted Chiang, Stephen King, and a few

Green
LA Levels
Social Psychology (Text Study) RICP 5

This term, we'll learn about several aspects of social psychology (how people act around each oth
Calculus - Trigonometry, differentiation. DERT 8

This is normally a full year course for students who have completed level two mathematics.
Local Democracy: Have your Say KATA 5

What do you enjoy about living in Christchurch/Otautahi and your suburb?
Classical Studies RICM 4, 5

In this course we will be exploring the life and times of real and mythical heroes of the classic
6 Maths Term 1 - Numbers with Jess JESD 6

This course is set up for students who are aiming to obtain 10 NCEA Level 1 numeracy credits.
Our place in the Universe - as seen by the human animal MATP 6, 7, 8

This is a new multi-level year-long science course for 2020, and the exact content will be decide
How to Explode on Social Media in 48 Hours MART 6, 7, 8

We will be looking at Social Media and Representation.
Gothic Fiction and Horror ROBM 8

Age 16+ due to films shown in this class.
There's no 'I' in team KelB 6

‘Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships’ - Michael Jordan.
Mountains What? CRPE 5

Why might you care about mountains? Lets look at mountains from as many perspectives as we can.
MUSICAL OVERTURES... MATD 5

This class is designed for students at the junior level who are serious about music, but not yet

Waves in Light and Sound and Optics GREO 5

What's a wave? What are the different types of waves? What shapes can they have?
Digital Technology DERT 6, 7, 8

This class aim's to be flexible to meet the varied needs of students.
Make JARG 5, 6

This course offers learning opportunities for students interested in designing and making things.
Philosophy - Science: Good, Bad, Bogus BRES 7, 8

Students will equip themselves with a toolbox for rational thinking.
ADVANCED MUSIC 2; NCEA LEVELS 2 and 3 MATD 7, 8

PRE-REQUISITES
Philosophy of Science BRES 6

What is science? How does it work?
There is no 'I' in TEAM SARA 6

'Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships' - Michael Jordan
You are what you eat SUZL, TERA 4

Why do we need to eat?
What is a balanced diet?
What makes up our food?
Exit, Pursued by a Bear ALIE 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Yes, it is time for Sheliah Winn Shakespeare Competition again.
Clone of Algebra Level 2 INOK 7

We are starting with the Algebra you will need to know for the rest of the year.
Life on Earth ZACW 4

David Attenborough kindly agreed to read this for us:
Level Three Media - Ways of Seeing Film RICP 8

**To enrol in this course, students should have completed at least ten 'film' credits in Media St
Philosophy - Science: Good, Bad, Bogus BRES 7, 8

Through an analysis of pseudoscience and claims of psychic ability, students will equip themselve
Digital Technology - Web Design DERT 6, 7, 8

This class aim's to be flexible to meet the varied needs of students.
Level 1 Math LOUW 6
Modern Physics and then a start on Mechanics GREO 8

Modern Physics (3 credits - internal)
NUMBER LOUW 5

All those essential skills to be numerate -
Art and Ideas in the Spanish Civil War RICM 5, 6

This course is an introduction to the study of both History and Art History for NCEA assessments

OVERTURES... MATD 5

This class is designed for students at the junior level who are serious about music, but not yet

X Race STEH 3, 4

We will plan and compete in our own X Race competition.
Business Studies and Enterprise 1 GEOM 5

Business Studies 1 is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers
Cafe Economics GEOM 6

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Auteur Theory ROBM 8

What is an Auteur? Let's find out!
Softball STEH 5

Softball is New Zealand's second most popular summer sport and we have been World Champions six t
TRIGONOMETRY and PROBABILITY METHODS LOUW 7

TRIGONOMETRY gives us a way to relate the lengths of a triangle's sides with the triangle's angle
Number NCEA L1 INOK 6

We will spend this block racing through the math skills you need just to get by in the world.
How to Adult 2022 term 2 KIRM 6, 7, 8

In term 2 we will focus on: life beyond school
work and study - this will include:
6ENG BetM 6

In this course, we will study a range of texts (written and film) through the lens of English.
Gothic Whispers MEGW 8

This course kicks of a year long exploration of the nature of gothic and horror fiction.
Poe Power! JOB 8

The short story! How can so much be packed into so little?
Philosophy of Religion and Uni philosophy BRES 7, 8

Class sessions are split between NCEA Level 3 and University course Phil110.
Level Three - Art making towards a folio HOLR 8

Part One- Getting started
Term one
Te Reo mo ngā Teina: Whānau MART 1, 2

'Naku te rourou nau te rourou ka ora ai te iwi'
The biology of movement MICV 5

In the first part of the term we will be investigating all of the body systems involved in moveme
Philosophy - A brief History BRES 8, 7

A journey through the major Philosophical thinkers from Plato to Dennett and beyond.
Level Two Visual Art (7,8) Art making towards a folio HOLR 7, 8

Part One- Investigating how it's done: Art is about everything and nothing…..
Philosophy: Death to Socrates BRES 6

Socrates is known as the founder of philosophy. So why was he put to death?
Signal received, initiating response BREB 8

To effectively launch into biology we need to better understand the natural world around us.
5HOS BetM 5

In this course, we'll learn how to make skilled, yummy dishes from all over the place, whilst lea
Softball STEH 4, 5

Softball is New Zealand's second most popular summer sport and we have been World Champions six t
Philosophy: Death to Socrates BRES 6

Socrates is known as the founder of philosophy. So why was he put to death?
Ukulele Orchestra MATD 4

This course is open to all ukulele enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced, students and parents

Habitat JARG 3, 4

Design and make an insect habitat.
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology SARA 7, 8

In this course, which will run over the entire term, you will participate in a variety of Exercis
ADVANCED MUSIC: NCEA LEVELS TWO AND THREE MATD 7, 8

This course is designed for experienced musicians, wanting to achieve standards at levels two and
Where are you? SARH 5

Our central city has awesome pockets of interesting spaces!

6MAT DERT 6

This is normally a FULL YEAR course for students who have completed level two mathematics.

Project English GEOM 6

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Level 2 “Camping' EMMB 7

This involves both planning and applying leadership skills in a group or team.
Demonstrate an Understanding of Mechanics GREO 7

Students will use the kinematic equations of motion to describe motion in one and two dimensions;
English Basics MEGW 4

Spelling, word classes, sentence structure, and paragraph composition.
1984 MEGW 7

We begin the year reading and discussing George Orwell's novel, 1984,

Media and Film Studies - Beginner NCEA RICP 6, 7

In this course, we'll focus on film analysis (T1), design (T2) and production (T3/4).
Course Of True Love Never Did Run Smooth MART 6, 7, 8

Shall I compare you to a summer's day..?
From pretty precipitates to pyroclastic flow MATP 7

In this block students will learn to identify which chemicals are in unknown solutions (which mea
The nature of science ZACW 5

In this unit, we will discover how we know what we know, and "how to do science".
Tennis SARB 4, 5

Do we have a Djokovic or Williams in the making?
1.1 Foundation painting (runs for term one) HOLR 3, 4

This is an introduction to building confidence and skill with painting.
Te Reo Maori Basics MART 1, 2, 3, 4

“Ko te manu e kai ana te miro, nona te ngahere.
Keep cool, don't sweat the small stuff! BREB 8

With a primary focus on the complex and advanced human body we will explore how our physiology ma
Te Moana Nui A Kiwa / The Pacific KATA 4

Last year was Aotearoa New Zealand.
Beneficial & Harmful Microorganisms MATW 6

We will learn what different types of microorganisms there are and how they both help and harm us
Climate change: around the world, here at home ZACW 5, 6

Students are strongly encouraged to take both the green and blue colour block 56CLI classes as pa
Geology INOK 4, 5

We will start with creation myths from Maori, European and other cultures then look at what made

Shortfilm Making Skills MART 6, 7, 8

Learn to make a movie. You will be studying specific genres and filming conventions.
1.1 English: Film Studies GEOM 6

Film Studies is a comprehensive English course with a focus on film.
The Purpose and Fairness of Tax KATA 5, 6

Ever since you could walk to the counter of your local dairy to buy yourself an ice block, you ha
Food and Nutrition REBF 6

Do you like cooking and learning about nutrition?
Minglish Level 2 RICP 7

In this course, students will study written and visual texts closely, then choose their own asses
45Car My Creative Time Capsule KIRM 4, 5

Who am I? Where am I going?
Welcome to Science! MICV 4

This class will look at how science operates through a range of different experiments.
Taking social action PETB 6, 7, 8

Social actions that make a difference

Statistics DERT 8

Statistics is a University Entrance course and can lead to careers in Accounting, Biology, Comput
45Maths - Number INOK 4, 5

We go through the Number skills you need to move on in Maths including types of numbers, fraction
3/4 Art ROSM 3, 4

Drawing and Painting
Theatre Design and Backstage Magic ALIE 4, 5

All things backstage.
Demonstrate an Understanding of Mechanical Systems GREO 8

Students will investigate momenta in two dimensions, torques, gravity, angular motion and simple

Leadership and Health Promotion L2 and L3 EMMB 7, 8

The level 3 students will be working initially on Health Promotion for a select Group
6 Make and Create JARG 6

This course its the first part of a year long 6TEC programme and will provide opportunities for s
Maths Number Skills KAYH 3, 4

This course is designed to help students strengthen their basic number knowledge.
6 Project English GEOM 6

This course is for students who want to begin working towards Level 1 NCEA English.
THE SIX O’CLOCK NURSERY RHYME NEWS EMKN 4

This Drama Course will focus on building confidence by collaborating in Drama games and learning

Demonstrate an Understanding of Mechanics GREO 7

Students will use the kinematic equations of motion to describe motion in one and two dimensions;
NUMERIC REASONING – NCEA Level 1 LOUW 6

We will cover topics such as fractions, decimals, integers, percentages, rates and ratio with an

Music Videos or Magazines MART 6, 7, 8

Let us explore the Media Standards together. All levels. Be it in Film or Print media.
Choose Your Own Adventure ROBM 8

This course needs your help!
Senior Minglish - Reading! RICP 7, 8

In this course, students will study written and visual texts closely, then choose their own asses
Publication Production LAUB 6, 7, 8

This is a course where you can take control! Plan, make and print a magazine each term.
Movement for Badminton ALEM 7, 8

In term one you will be learning about the biophysical principles (anatomy, biomechanics, skill l
What IIIIIII Love to Read & Write (level 5) EMIM 5

Wanna read the books that light you up?
Kohknowco Lab 1.1 2017 in Green Block RENM 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

How far can we go? Got an idea, a dream, a project, a problem to solve?
Run / Jump / Throw - Athletics Training: DEAC 4, 5

Together we will develop the skills that will lead to success around the different track and fiel
Integrated Studies 2 GEOM 7, 8

Integrated Studies combines Business Studies, English, and Enterprise into a holistic learning pr
Nutrition - what to eat and why REBF 6

We all know we're suppose to eat our greens but why?
Crime Scene - Forensic Scientists Needed! ZACW 5

There's been a string of crimes and your forensics expertise is needed to catch the culprits!
Show Quest 2019 SARM 4, 5

Love to perform? Love to dance? Be on stage and have fun?
Acids and Bases ALIS 6

This class will prepare students for the external assessment Sci 1.5 Acids and Bases, which will

1.1 Ceramical Beasts from past and future HOLR 3, 4, 5, 6

You are going to build imaginary beasts from clay.
1.1 Level 4 Mathematics including Geometry and Measurement LIBB 4

This class is for students working within Level 4.
Anime BRAF 3, 4

We will discuss favourite Anime with a goal of selecting two favourite directors and producing a

Sound waves FLOM 5

We are starting this year with a short 4 week unit on sound waves.
Introducing Sociology ALLH 7, 8

Sociology has important critical things to say about society. It is an important subject .
Level 1 Math DERT 6

Number skills.
There's no 'I' in team SARO 6

‘Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships’ - Michael Jordan.
On the Spot. SARH 4

Fast and Fun Drama Improvisation skills
5 Art : Looking and Seeing. "I don't know much about Art but I know what I like" ROSM 5, 6, 7

This course is open to all students.
Brvty! ROBM 8

BREVITY
/ˈbrɛvɪti/
noun
The skeptics club FLOM 4, 5

Most of you have been watching documentaries before.
Junior Drama MART 4, 5, 6

Improvisation is a state of being and creating action without pre-planning.
Blue
LA Levels
Term one year 9 and 10 art - ceramics HOLR 5

9 and 10 people interested in learning more about art making will discover a new medium each term
Law :starting out ALLH 7, 8

Law give you awareness of your rights and responsibilities.
1.1 The Healthcare Industry LIBB 5

Have you ever wondered about the term “Healthcare Industry”?
1.1 level two art making towards a folio HOLR 7

Term one
6/7/8MAT Maths for Work Placements JOHS 6

This course will run from the start of 1.1
MEASUREMENT and CHANCE and DATA LOUW 6

MEASUREMENT -
Hikoi 4 Hauora BRAF 5

Walk the Otakaro river trail from Brighton to the city and raise money for a charity of our choic
From the Shadows of the Soul MEGW 6

In this course we trace psychology back to its philosophical beginnings in ancient Greece.
Clone of 1.2 Foundation painting (runs for term one) HOLR 3, 4

Pre-requisite is completing foundation painting 1.1.
Exercise and Wellbeing EMMB 4, 5

Looking at lifelong well being.
Aqueous equilibria - a chemical balancing act ZACW 8

We will begin the year by significantly expanding upon our knowledge of chemical equilibria from

Algebra Level 2 DERT 7

This course is aimed at students who wish to continue in Math, Sciences, Computing and Engineerin
Statistics DERT 8

Genetic Variation MICV 6

In this course we will investigate the genetics behind inheritance and the importance of genetic

Business Studies and Enterprise 2 GEOM 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Whakarongo ki ngā Manu Kōrero MART 6, 7, 8

'Listen to the Birds Talking'
(Note: The Birds are a metaphor for the students)
Shakespeare Taster LAUB 5

5 ENGLISH is going Shakespearean this term!
Patterns in the nature of things BREB 7

The world is not just randomly populated. We know this from the things we see everyday.
Parihaka RICM 6

In this unit we will: investigate the attack by Crown soldiers on the pacifist settlement of Pari
Around the World in 80 Pages ROBM 6

In this class we will be studying short stories from around the world.
Poetry and Place ROBM 7

Do you like to read? Are you interested in exploring Christchurch?
Pale blue dot SARA 4, 5

Earth.
Our home.
How did it get here?
How did it end up perfect for life?
Making mistakes with drawing and paint and loving it HOLR 3, 4, 5

Foundation drawing and painting (runs for term one)
1.1 Level Three - Art making towards a folio HOLR 8

Part One- Getting started
Term one
NCEA MUSIC MATD 6, 7, 8

For the first time ever, this year we will be running levels 1, 2 and 3 NCEA music standards in o
A Reader Lives a Thousand Lives - Term 1 2017 RICP 4, 5

We’ll begin the year by studying several short stories, and learning how to read more deeply into
EMP - Content Phase RICP 6, 7, 8

Why on earth are you looking at a course called EMP?
Social Studies: Making a Difference PETB 7, 8

Social Studies is about making a difference to the world and the people that inhabit it.
The History of Education RICM 8

What is the purpose of education? What is important to learn?
Roll up! Roll up! The Greatest Showman's in town! DEBD 4

‘No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.’
Do We Have A Culture? MART 5

Ever watched the news or heard about events that you don't understand.
NUMBER LOUW 4

This course will cover the basic operations and priority of operations for whole numbers, integer
Control-Alt-Delete BREB 5

This exciting new class is all about you.
Philosophy: Cannibals and care LAUB 7

Welcome to a course looking at the concept of human bodies for consumption.
Product and Furniture Design JARG 6, 7, 8

Design and Prototype a unique seating outcome.

Atomic and Nuclear Energy (and some history!). And Maniacal Mechanics GREO 7

Nuclear internal (3 credits):
Ultimate Frisbee and Interpersonal Skills ALEM 6

What better way to start the year, than with some teamwork, more specifically interpersonal skill
Aqueous equilibria - a chemical balancing act FLOM 8

We will begin the year by significantly expanding upon our knowledge of chemical equilibria from

1.1 Foundation painting (runs for term one) HOLR 3, 4

This is an introduction to building confidence and skill with painting.
Te Reo Ngawari - Basic Secret Language MART 1, 2, 3, 4

“Ko te manu e kai ana te miro, nona te ngahere.
Level 5 Media Studies - Film Analysis RICP 5

This term, you'll gain a basic skillset to talk about film analysis.
Philosophy: Death to Socrates BRES 5, 6

Socrates is known as the founder of philosophy. So why was he put to death?
Philosophy and Human Nature BRES 5

What is a human? Are we simply complex biological machines or do we have a non-physical soul?
FOUNDATION MUSIC 1: Understanding Music MATD 4

This course is designed for musicians of all levels, from beginner up.
Documenting Perspectives ROBM 6

In this course we will examine how the "voice" of an author affects the meaning of a text, partic
What is in my food? SARA 5

This course is an introduction to skills that we will use throughout the year.
Only one you... JOB 6

It is our experiences that make us who we are and therefore, as none of us have had identical exp
FOUNDATION MUSIC 1: Understanding Music MATD 4

This course is designed for musicians of all levels, from beginner up.
Doing good for others - What in the world? CRPE 6

Not everyone in the world lives like we do!
Philosophy - a brief history BRES 4, 5

Why was Socrates sentenced to death? Can we know anything certain about the world we perceive?
This thing called LIFE MATP 4

LIFE - It's complicated! What is life?
STAGE CHALLENGE 2015 SARB 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Want to be part of an amazing school tradition?
Tactics for Mechanics FLOM 7

This year-long course will follow an academic path to offer 19 to 22 credits at NCEA level 2, cov
Clone of Clone of 1.2 Foundation painting (runs for term one) HOLR 3, 4

Pre-requisite is completing foundation painting 1.1.
I believe in the stars and the planets MATP 3, 4

Space, the final frontier....
Becoming a Geographer KATA 6

This course covers the fundamental skills required to be a geographer!
MAKING MUSIC: NCEA LEVEL ONE MATD 6

This course is part of a semester-long programme, designed to support students wanting to achieve
Mastering Fundamental Movement Skills DEAC 4

Health, fitness and sporting pursuits have a range of fundamental movements that can be expanded

78English GEOM 7, 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
4HOS BetM 4

In this course, we'll learn how to make interesting, yummy dishes from all over the world, whilst
Clone of Clone of 1.2 Foundation painting (runs for term one) HOLR 3, 4

Pre-requisite is completing foundation painting 1.1.
AO Tennis Open STEH 5

Hot on the heals of the Aussie Open, lets have our own Tennis Open.
Healthy & Delicious STMA 5

Do you want to make healthy choices with your eating habits but aren’t sure how?
Green earth for OUR sustainability BREB 6

This is an Education for Sustainability class which will explore values of a geographic area and

Prove it! Science experiments, methods and investigations. MATP, KATA 3, 4

"No amount of experimentation can ever prove me right; a single experiment can prove me wrong." -
Maths - Number and Geometry STEH 4

In this class we will further develop our skills to work with place value including positive and

How mammals eat and use food (Part 1). MICV 6

In this course we will look at the structure and functions of the digestive system of mammals.
1.1 English: Film Studies GEOM 7

Film Studies is a comprehensive English course with a focus on film.
Social Studies - what a disaster! REBF 4, 5

Disasters
1.1 The hopefulness of drawing HOLR 4, 5

This course runs for all of term one and is designed to show you different ways of how to draw.
Mechanics FLOM 8

This year-long course will follow an academic path to offer 19 to 25 credits at NCEA level 3, cov
Korero Maori MART 6, 7, 8

Kaua e mate wheke mate ururoa
Don't die like a octopus, die like a hammerhead shark
Philosophy - Skepticism and Knowledge BRES 4, 5

If you participated and loved 34PHL you will find this course suitable, and it is also suitable f
Adapt and survive, or else... MATP 5

"Change is the only constant".
Becoming a Geographer KATA 6

This course covers the fundamental skills required to be a geographer!

Developing your ideas SARB 7, 8

This term will focus on choreography and how to communicate a theme or intention.
1.1 78 English GEOM 7, 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
MEASUREMENT and RIGHT ANGLED TRIANGLES LOUW 6

MEASUREMENT -
Cell Biology Introduction MATW 7

The smallest unit that can carry out all life processes is the cell, and they come in a fascinati
8ENG: Frankenstein MEGW 8

We begin the year with Mary Shelly's gothic novel, Frankenstein.

L2: Atomic and Nuclear Energy (and some history!). L3: Modern Physics GREO 7, 8

Level 2:
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology - Golf SARO 7, 8

In this course you will participate in a variety of Exercise Science practical labs as well as th
4/5 Social Action: Do you want to make a difference? ANNH 4, 5

Embark on a Social Action Project. Further develop your literacy and communication skills.
Te Kura Correspondence School 2015 MELS 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Te Kura courses are a fantastic opportunity to engage in courses that we are unable to offer you

Drama Llamas ALIE 5

If you are a diva or drama llama then come and join us.
Algebra Level 2 INOK 7

We are starting with the Algebra you will need to know for the rest of the year.
Senior Earth and Space Science - energy around the Earth MATP 6, 7, 8

Energy - the ability to cause a change - is fundamental to all life on Earth.
Psychology ALLH 8

In this course the major theories that make up psychology as a subject will be outlined.
Organic chemistry - it's alkynes of fun ZACW 8

We will focus on organic chemistry - ­no, not the study of organic foods, but the study of carbon
Minglish Level 3 RICP 8

In this level 3 course, students will study written and visual texts closely, then choose their o
The Science of Climate Change MATW 5

This Level 5 Science class will contain three separate parts:
Dance Challenge SARM 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Love performing, dancing and being on stage?
Redzone rebirth MATP 5

“The highest function of ecology is understanding consequences.”
Extension English GEOM 5

This course is for students who want to extend their literacy and/or English skills.
What IIIIIII Love to Read & Write (level 4) EMIM 4

Wanna read the books that light you up?
Philosophy - Ethics (University) BRES 8

Runs Term 1 AND Term 2.
Me and My Wellbeing SARF 4, 5

This course is an introduction to Hauora (wellbeing) and the different aspects that make up our H
Digital Technology DERT 6, 7, 8

This class covers level 1,2 and 3 NCEA in digital technology.
NUMBER - NCEA LEVEL 1 LOUW 6
2021 Term 1 78Biology MATW, MICV 7, 8

This class will be co-taught by Michelle and Mattias.
Rainforests: The lungs of the Earth CRPE 7

This course is all about exploring the Global pattern of Rainforests.
Poetry and Place ROBM 8

International and Kiwi poets will be the literary focus for this course.
Bivariate data INOK 8

We will use scatter graphs to determine if there is a relationship between two variables and the

Kohknowco Lab 1.1 2017 in Blue Block RENM 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

How far can we go? Got an idea, a dream, a project, a problem to solve?
Brand Me JARG 4

Learn how to design your own logo.
There is no 'I' in TEAM SARA 6

'Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships' - Michael Jordan
Personal Movement & Fitness - Athletics, Gymnastics, Olympic Weightlifting DEAC 4, 5

Context - athletics, gymnastics, fitness, Olympic weightlifting.
English Research Skills KAYH 3, 4

This course is designed to build students researching skills.
Number INOK 5

We will look at the types of numbers, their operations and use them in solving problems.
SEQUENCES LOUW 7

SEQUENCES
YOU DIRTY BEAST! EMKN 5

This course is all about creating interesting characters and you will learn various techniques an
Lithosphere: Fire & Ice KATA 5

In this course, we study our planet from the inside out.
NCEA 78 English GEOM 6, 7, 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Blast from the Past SARH 6, 7, 8

Journey into the past to discover monumental events and people from History.
SONGS OF FREEDOM: History Through Art and Music MATD 4, 5

In this course we will be learning music from around the world, and using music and art to learn

Elementary my dear Watson BRAF 3, 4, 5

Want to create the next Sherlock Holmes?
Drop the base: titrations and chemical reactivity ZACW 7

We will begin the year by learning how to perform titrations, an important technique to quantify

Forensic Science - Every Contact Leaves a Trace! JESD TERA 4

Have you ever watched a detective/police tv show or movie and thought that one day you wanted to

Term one year 8 art HOLR 4

This is a term long course that will help you learn processes for making art work.
Skills for Yearbooks & Film Festivals MART 6, 7, 8

Want to try your hand at journalism?
Blue Climate Class: Beliefs about nature and "stuff" KATA, BRES 5, 6

Climate change is one of the biggest issues facing humanity, but why is it so hard for government
Thou Shalt Not Waffle! SARH 4

Improvisation! Learn all of the tricks of the improvisation world!
Film Studies GEOM 6, 7

Film Studies explores the many aspects of films from the technical to the social and political.
Purple
LA Levels
Literacee GEOM 3, 4, 5, 6

If your spelling is something like this then this may be the course for you.
Sign Making JARG 4

During this 5 week course students will learn how a range of skills that will enable them to desi
Get your chorography on SARB 7, 8

This term this focused on choreography for students to work individually or in groups to develop

Playing the Blues MATD 3, 4, 5

This course is designed for musicians of all levels of experience.
Photography ROSM 7

This course is designed to enable you to make a body of work suitable for a Photography Folio for
NCEA 1 Number ALIS 6

We will spend this block racing through the math skills you need just to get by in the world.
Survivor Island! ROBM 5

Have you ever pictured yourself stranded on a deserted island and thought, "I could do this"?
L2 Algebra INOK 7

This Algebra course is essential to continue in this class.
Independent History Portfolio RICM 6, 7, 8

PLEASE READ THE HISTORY COURSE OVERVIEW FOR YOUR NCEA LEVEL.
8BIO - Biology Term 1 2022 JESD 8

In 8BIO this term we will learn about Homeostasis - how organisms maintain a stable internal envi
Kiwi Teens health REBF 7, 8

This year in 78HEA we will be covering a range of topics and learning more about the health of ot
Is it time for a School Mag? MART 6, 7, 8

This class focusses on developing journalism skills by looking at factual writing in interesting

1.2 Level One - Term one 'Getting started' HOLR 5, 6, 7

*This is full year NCEA course that offers up to 24 credits.
SEQUENCES and NETWORKS LOUW 7

This is a study of number patterns and how they can be used in real life situations.
Statistics L3 Bivariate data DERT 8

To wake up the brain for the year we will study Bivariate Data.
IMPROVISATION MART 6, 7, 8

This course will begin preparing our actors for future productions and improvisation competitions
Ko ngā Ākonga Tēina (Junior Te Reo Māori) ABBR 4, 5

Nau mai, haere mai ki ngā tēina o Ao Tawhiti!
1.1 Level One - Term one 'Getting started' HOLR 5, 6, 7

*This is full year NCEA course that offers up to 24 credits.
NCEA 78English GEOM 7, 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Clone of Clone of 1.2 Level One - Term one 'Getting started' HOLR 5, 6, 7

*This is full year NCEA course that offers up to 24 credits.
Digital Technology DERT 6, 7, 8

This course is for students with a passion or interest in all things Digital Technology (programm
Level 1 Math DERT 6

FOUNDATION MUSIC 2: TERM 1 MATD 5

This course is designed for serious students of music, who have an interest in music and already

Mechanics FLOM 7, 8

This year-long course will follow an academic path to offer 19 to 22 credits at NCEA level 2 or 3
TRIGONOMETRY and PROBABILITY METHODS (CALCULUS OPTION ) LOUW 7

TRIGONOMETRY gives us a way to relate the lengths of a triangle's sides with the triangle's angle
Dance Dance Dance SARM 6, 7, 8

During this term we will be working towards learning dances...
No panics, it's Mechanics! FLOM 8

This year-long course will follow an academic path to offer 19 to 22 credits at NCEA level 3, cov
Clone of Clone of 1.2 Level One - Term one 'Getting started' HOLR 5, 6, 7

*This is full year NCEA course that offers up to 24 credits.
NCEA Level One English/Media - Term One RICP 6

This term, we'll have an in-depth look at film techniques. Why does the camera move like that?
Whakarongo ki ngā Manu Kōrero MART 6, 7, 8

'Listen to the Birds Talking'
(Note: The Birds are a metaphor for the students)
Hey there, hot stuff: Heat energy MATP 5, 6

In this block students will investigate the science of heat – what is heat energy, how does it mo
How can I improve my skill? SARO 5

Have you ever wondered what you need to do to improve a particular skill?
CO-ORDINATE GEOMETRY LOUW 7

Co-ordinate geometry is the study of algebraic equations on graphs.
Statistics INOK 8

To wake up the brain for the year we will study Bivariate Data.
Independent History Portfolio RICM 8

PLEASE READ THE HISTORY COURSE OVERVIEW FOR Level 3 History.
Literacy: Out and About KATA, LIBB 4

Using Õtautahi/Christchurch as inspiration, we'll get out and about in the city to find people, p
Introducing Sociology ALLH 8

The difference between social psychology and sociology is outlined.
Everyday I Got the Blues MATD 4, 5

This course will involve an in-depth study of the blues.
Solving World Peace STEH 5

A simulation game designed to get us working together in groups to solve real world crisis.
The Cooking Community STMA 4

“Food is not just about fuel.
Philosophy - Ethics BRES 8

This course is an introduction to Ethics and Political Philosophy.
1.1 Tangi (otherwise known as Sound) LIBB 4

What is sound? How does it travel? How do we hear?
Philosophy: Science - Good, Bad, Bogus BRES 7, 8

Did you know that reality might differ from what your sense perceptions tell you?
NUMBER LOUW 4, 5

NUMBER
All those essential skills to be numerate -
My wellbeing... your wellbeing.. OUR WELLBEING SARM 6, 7, 8

Welcome to our first (well first in the last 5 years or so) senior health class...
Calculating cookery! MICV 5

This term will have two distinct flavours.
The makings of your first Art portfolio JONJ 6

This course runs for a full year and ends at the beginning of term 4.
Understanding NCEA History RICM 6, 7

In this unit we will develop our understanding of History through the exploration of a variety of
Philosophy: Death to Socrates BRES 4, 5

Socrates is known as the founder of philosophy. So why was he put to death?
Language Support RICM 4, 5

In this unit as a class we will identify languages being studied, identify individual goals and t
Drop the base: quantitative titrations ZACW 7

We will begin the year by learning how to perform titrations, an important technique to quantify

Independent History Portfolio RICM 7, 8

PLEASE READ THE HISTORY COURSE OVERVIEW FOR L2/3.
Literarcee GEOM 3, 4

If your spelling is something like this then this may be the course for you.
Mechanical Madness MICV 6

This course will work toward achieving the external Science standard for (conventional) entry int
4/5 ART 2022 LIBB 4, 5

This is a practical class where we work on skills and knowledge of art making.
Art MELS 6

Art
1.1 Level One - 'Getting started' HOLR 5, 6

This course runs for a full year and ends in 4.1.
Extremely atmospheric geological investigations MATP 7, 8

Welcome to Senior Earth and Space Science 2017!
Sustainability Basics, Interests, Concerns and Planning your Year KATA 7, 8

2019 was a year when many people woke up to the reality of climate change and the need to act.
CHANCE and DATA LOUW 6

We will examine both Statistics and Probability.
Philosophy and the Greek myths LAUB 4

Love stories? Love big ideas? Explore them all through Greek myths.
Living in a material World MATP 6

For the first term we will focus on Chemistry (the reactions between different substances) workin
Introducing Psychology ALLH 8

In this course the major theories that make up psychology will be outlined.
ADVANCED MUSIC 2 - (NCEA LEVEL 3) MATD 8

Do music for NCEA credits!
Writing Folios BRAF 6

I'll get you started on your writing folios.
Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems JOHS 7

Trigonometry gives us a way to relate the lengths of a triangle's sides with the triangle's angle
Independent History/Art History/Classical Studies Portfolio RICM 6, 7, 8

PLEASE READ THE HISTORY COURSE OVERVIEW FOR YOUR NCEA LEVEL.
MUSICAL OVERTURES... MATD 5

This class is designed for students at the junior level who are serious about music, but not yet

1.1 Level One - Term one 'Getting started' HOLR 6

(This is full year course)
567 Digital Art BetM 5, 6, 7

Welcome to digital art.
Cell Biology MICV 7

We're made of cells, but how do they operate to keep us alive?
Liven Up the City EMIM 4

We're going to brighten up the city with a yarn bomb, a flash mob, or by painting the pavement wi
Psychology in Context RICP 7, 8

This is a new course, so it might be a little weird. But it may also be quite fun!
The Future is a Nightmare MEGW 7

In this class we will study dystopian texts.
Numeric Reasoning GREO 6

We'll revise integers, factors, multiples, primes, BEDMAS, we'll look at percentages and proporti
The Science of Small Things MATW 4

In this course, we will be learning about small and/or invisible objects including: Atoms, Waves,
Unleash Your Creative Beast (#GuineaPigsNeeded) ALIE 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Unleash your creativity. Writing Guinea Pigs and Acting Guinea Pigs needed.
MEASUREMENT and RIGHT ANGLED TRIANGLES DERT 6

MEASUREMENT -
MEASUREMENT and RIGHT ANGLED TRIANGLES LOUW 6

MEASUREMENT -
Get Active MEGW 5

In this class we will be playing various indoor sports and games (football, basketball, cricket),
The Science of Climate Change MATW 5

This Level 5 Science class will contain three separate parts:
The Storybook Project 2021 Drama ALIE 5

During 2020 lockdown we started a project in the 5DRA class, reading children's books and putting
Foundational chemistry: Acids, bases and chemical reactions ZACW 6

This unit is ESSENTIAL for any student wishing to study chemistry beyond Level 1 NCEA.
Philosophy: University courses Phil110 and Phil235 BRES 7, 8

Please be sure to read first.
Gothic Fiction and Horror MEGW 8

Elements of gothic fiction and horror have held an irresistible appeal for audiences for hundreds
Creating with Digital Technologies - not a free time Gaming course! IANH 4, 5

This is intended to be a whole year course where we plan, design and create Digital projects that
This Is What An Atom Really Looks Like: Part 1 ZACW 8

This unit is all about understanding: the true nature of atomic structure according to our most u
Measury maths 2021 MATP 5

This is an introductory, practical based NZC Level 5 course - typically Y9 students would start h
Production of Beauty at Dance Unlimited SARM 7, 8

Come and join the "Dance Unlimited" crew with anything goes* choreography and p
Let's Move and Communicate KelB 4

In this course we will complete a range of activities where you are encouraged to work with other
Sequences and Series DERT 7

This course is the Level 2 Internals course - we will be focusing on internal Achievement Standar
How do we "do" science? ZACW 4

In this unit, we will discover how we know what we know, and "how to do science".
Equilibrium - a chemical balancing act ZACW 8

We will begin the year by significantly expanding upon our knowledge of chemical equilibria from

term one year 7 art HOLR 4

This is a term long course that will help you learn processes for making art work.
Digital Technology DERT 6, 7, 8

This class covers level 1,2 and 3 NCEA in digital technology.
78 Make and Create JARG 7, 8

This course is the first part of a year long 78TEC programme that allows students to select and m
Brand It JARG 5

Develop a unique brand identity.
Digital Art for Beginners - (focus on film) RICP 5, 6

Update: due to huge interest in digital art, this course was rebranded to 'Digital Art for Beginn
Number INOK 5

We will look at the types of numbers, their operations and use them in solving problems.
Level One English - Written Text Analysis RICP 6

After starting off by analysing some interesting short stories and poetry, we’ll choose a novel a
Life: it's all connected KATA 4

We have some awesome plant and animal taonga in Aotearoa New Zealand.
LIFE IS A SONG - ACT IT! EMKN 6

Using ensemble group work, you will be devising a performance based on a song lyric.
Comicbook and Illustrator's Festival BRAF 4, 5, 6

In this course we will plan, and run, a festival celebrating local and international illustrators
Athletics Gearing up for Olympics Day.... EMMB 6

This is a purely practical assessment it runs alongside the 5 Star Award Scheme.
TRIGONOMETRY LOUW 7

Trigonometry gives us a way to relate the lengths of a triangle's sides with the triangle's angle
1.1 Level One - Term one 'Getting started' HOLR 6

(This is full year course)
Mechanical Madness GREO 8

We'll begin the learning that is assessed by the mechanics external 91524.
Choreo @ ATD SARM 6, 7, 8

Come and join us in the choreography workshop to create what inspires you.
Developing Your Ideas SARF 7, 8

This term will focus on choreography and how to communicate a theme or intention.
Softball STEH 4, 5

As well as developing our skills around small ball catching, throwing and striking, I'm keen for

Orange
LA Levels
Light it up! (1.1) JARG 6

Develop your design and craft skills as you refine, plan and manufacture a light using a range of
Shakin all over (again) MATP 5, 6

Ah, the joys of life in the shakey isles....
NCEA Level 2 Media - Term One RICP 7

This term we'll focus on film analysis - brushing up your knowledge of visual/auditory techniques
5ENG - Extension English RICP 5

This course is designed for those students already operating at or above the 'typical' Y10 studen
STAGE CHALLENGE 2017 SARF 5, 6

If you are are interested in performing and dancing - we need you!
Signal received, initiating response BREB 8

To effectively launch into biology we need to better understand the natural world around us.
Photography ROSM 8

This course is designed to enable you to make a body of work suitable for a Photography Folio for
Finding Me KIRM 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Could life be better? Would you like to get on track, gain confidence, and direction?
Happy New Year!! MICV 4

In this class we will investigate how different cultures celebrate important events with a partic
Prejudice and Literature ROBM 6

Why are people so cruel to each other?
1.2 Foundation learn to draw and more (Term one) HOLR 4, 5

Foundation drawing (runs through all of term one)
Level 3 pe EMMB 8

Over the first term and leading into term two we will be looking at completing two standards.
Playing for Change BRAF 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Playing for change started a movement to connect the world through music.
UPT Digital RENM 4, 5

Web, app, and games development. Tech innovation. Digital Media/Design/Music projects.
Signal received, initiating response BREB 8

To effectively launch into biology we need to better understand the natural world around us.
Teach to others! FLOM 7, 8

Would you like to teach something that you're expert in to a group of students?
Level One - Term one 'Getting started' HOLR 6

(This is full year course)
Exploding Ears and Foley Magic ALIE 5, 6

Sound effects can make or break a performance, be that a movie, advert, song, radio play, blog or
The Golden Age of TV / Film Studies STEM 8

This course examines how visual texts create meaning through formal elements such as narrative, m
Democracy and You KA/LA 3, 4

Explore the foundations of democracy and how this has looked in different cultures.
Developing Your Inner Ear MATD 3, 4, 5

This class is designed for anyone with an interest in music – you don’t need to have a lot of mus
The Ukulele Orchestra! MATD 3, 4

This course is open to all ukulele enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced, students and parents

The Future is a Nightmare MEGW 7

Explore frightening visions of the future.
Introduction to Law ALLH 8

Law is defined. We examine why laws are obeyed.
All that Jazz MATD 5

In this holistic course, we will be looking at the history and the social context of jazz music,

Physics BLAS 7, 8

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The Study of Film & Cinema MART 6, 7, 8

Learn what makes a movie, by studying specific genres and filming conventions.
Contextual Film Analysis - Term 1 2017 RICP 8

**This course is designed for students who have achieved ten 'film-related' credits in either L2

Electricity and magnetism: it's shocking! GREO 5

In this NZC Level 5 science course, students will:
1.1 Extension English GEOM 6

This course is for students who want to extend their literacy and/or English skills.
Teenage kicks FRAM 6

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Comparative History: Aotearoa and Hawaii RICM 6, 7

In this course, we will investigate the historical similarities and differences between the colon
Patterns in the nature of things BREB 7

The world is not just randomly populated. We know this from the things we see everyday.
Level One plus (6,7) Term one Getting started HOLR 6, 7

(This is full year course)
Drop the base: quantitative titrations ZACW 7

We will begin the year by learning how to perform titrations, an important technique to quantify

ADVANCED MUSIC: NCEA LEVELS TWO AND THREE MATD 7, 8

This course is designed for experienced musicians, wanting to achieve standards at levels two and
CHANCE AND DATA LOUW 6

We will examine both Statistics and Probability.
Cool Chemistry FLOM 6, 7

This year will take us on a long journey of science exploration, covering varied content like ast
History and Art History: Spanish Civil War RICM 6, 7

PLEASE READ THE HISTORY COURSE OVERVIEW FOR L1/2.
STAGE CHALLENGE 2016 SARB 5, 6

If you are are interested in performing and dancing - we need you!
LOST CIVILISATIONS BREB 7

No man is an island, but an island is.
Donkey Kong and Reality TV ROBM 8

Unfortunately we won't be playing Donkey Kong, but we'll do the next best thing; watch people pla
Villains-Short Stories VERL 6

In this course, students will be introduced to the study of the villainous and infamous character
1.1 Foundation drawing and more..... HOLR 4, 5

Foundation drawing (runs through all of term one)
Geography REBF 6, 7

Explore a NZ contemporary geographic issue.
Your Smartphone is a Goldmine of Rare Metals! ZACW 6

What's the world's most valuable metal?
Philosophy of Religion and Uni philosophy BRES 7, 8

Class sessions are split between NCEA Level 3 and University course Phil110.
Philosophy - I know that I know nothing! BRES 3, 4

Do you really *know* the things you think you know? What is knowledge?
Kohknowco (UPT Digital) RENM 5, 6

Artists, Dreamers, and Tech Entrepreneurs!
Statistics L3 Bivariate data INOK 8

To wake up the brain for the year we will study Bivariate Data.
Te Reo Maori Mo Nga Teina MART 1, 2, 3, 4

“Ko te manu e kai ana te miro, nona te ngahere.
Sex! Think you know it all? JOB 5

Maybe you do know it all, maybe you don't. But after this course you will definitely be wiser.
Let's get physical SARM 5

Do you like boxing, weight training, keeping or getting fit?
Is it basic or alkaline? FLOM 6

This class will prepare students for the external assessment Sci 1.5 Acids and Bases, which will

SONGS OF FREEDOM: History Through Art and Music MATD 4, 5

In this course we will using famous works of music and art to learn about important events in wor
1984 MEGW 7

George Orwell’s 1984 is a thought-provoking novel that shows the terrifying life of
Calculus DERT 8

This is normally a FULL YEAR course for students who have completed level two mathematics.
1.1 Business Studies GEOM 6, 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Character Design JARG 4, 5

From the classic characters of animation with the likes of Totoro, to legendary game characters s
Love, Peace and War SARM 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Do you love to move your body? Do you love to create movement?
Preparing for the 48 Hours Film Competition MART 6, 7, 8

Learn to make a movie in the form of a short film, documentary, advertisement or music video.
How to dispose of corpses and survive Alien attacks MATP 6

Seems like every crime drama these days has a crim that dissolves victims in acid… And how do yo
The skeptics club - conspiracy theories? FLOM 4, 5

You all have been watching documentaries before, or read some interesting article on internet.
Level 1 Math DERT 6

Number skills.
Business Studies and Enterprise GEOM 6, 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
An introduction to hospitality KAYH 4

This course is aimed at level 4 students and Sarah Arts has a course in green aimed at level 5 st
Social Voice - having your say PETB 4, 5, 6

Social Studies is about making a difference to the world and the people that inhabit it.
Poisoning paradise - The 1080 Poison controversy CRPE 7

This is a Level 2/3 NCEA course.
Making mistakes with drawing and paint and loving it HOLR 3, 4

Foundation drawing and painting (runs for term one)
Senior Biology - Human Physiology & Cell Biology MATW 7, 8

This class will combine Level 7 & 8 Biology.
Wreeding and Riting Skillz 4 ROBM 4

*This is a Curriculum Level 4 class covering similar topics to its Level 5 counterpart.
Team Building KelB 5

In this course we will gain knowledge about different interpersonal skills and how they are appli
TRIGONOMETRY LOUW 7

Trigonometry gives us a way to relate the lengths of a triangle's sides with the triangle's angle
Training programmes L3 and Biomechanics L2 SARA 7, 8

Welcome to Level 2 and 3 Physical Education.

Other
LA Levels
Directing Shakespeare MART 6, 7, 8

Shall I compare you to a summer's day..?
Aotearoa, What does it mean? MART 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

“Ko te manu e kai ana te miro, nona te ngahere.
Te Waipapa o te Ao Tawhiti 2021 MART 6, 7, 8

Ka hoki mai te rōpū kapa haka Te Waipapa o te Ao Tawhiti pea.
Life of a dancer... SARM 6, 7, 8

This course will run during homebase time Wednesday - Friday.

1.1 Visual Artists as Entrepreneurs HOLR 8

We start the term by working out what you want to work on through the year.
Social Voice PETB 5, 6

Social Studies is about making a difference to the world and the people that inhabit it.
SEQUENCES and NETWORKS LOUW 7

This is a study of number patterns and how they can be used in real life situations.