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	LA	Levels
Maths with Derek	DERT	6	For the whole of term 3 we will be studying towards the external algebra paper.
Do you measure up?	STEH	3, 4	Together we will develop our knowledge of length, area, volume and capacity and mass.
Junior Drama	MART	4	Hey all Georgia here, next term I'm going to be taking a junior drama class in place of Lucy and
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology	SARA	6	In this course, which will run over the entire term, you will participate in a variety of Exercis
ADVANCED MUSIC: NCEA LEVELS 1, 2 and 3	MATD	7, 8	PRE-REQUISITES
Algebra	DUNW	4, 5	Algebra is a powerful tool for understanding and explaining the world we live in.
Minglish Level 1 - Viewing and Presenting!	RICP	6	('Minglish' is a combination of 'Media' and 'English')
Design, Make and Innovate Term 3	JARG	6	Design, Make and Innovate provides opportunities for students to learn and develop design skills
Variety is the spice of dance	SARM	4, 5	Please only join this class if you are willing to try your best and have FUN!
Integrated Studies 2	GEOM	7, 8	This term focuses on students developing and running their own enterprise.
LEVEL 3 Maths - Invitation only...SEE KAY	KAYH	3	Continuing working on our number skills, going at your own pace and consolidating our work in Ter
Analyse that!	DUNW	6	Statistical analysis is an amazing tool for unpacking and understanding the world around us.
Making Our Short Films	RICP	8	For the second half of the year you’ll tidy up your planning assignment (3.5) and submit a finish
Evolution and Speciation	MATW	8	This course will be covering the key events of the history of life on earth with a special focus
Minglish Level 1	RICP	6	('Minglish' is a combination of 'Media' and 'English')
Introduction to Algebra	DUNW	4	In this course you will be introduced to a number of essential algebraic concepts.
Term 3 Visual Arts Level 1	HOLR	6	This is an NCEA course and the pre requisite is to have completed term one.
Mā te Mārama (Senior Te Reo Māori) - Term 3	ABBR	6, 7, 8	Nau mai, haere mai ki ngā tuākana o Ao Tawhiti!
Lost Futures	BREB	7	There are so many industries designed around beautification and improved health.
Mindfulness and Yoga	ALIS	4, 5	During this block we will be focusing on clearing the mind and doing mindfulness activities and y
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
7/8 Photography Folio Generation	ROSM	7, 8	“This course is designed to enable you to make a body of work suitable for a Photography Folio fo
Level 3 Media Studies - Term Three	RICP	8	For the second half of the year you’ll submit a finished script for 3.8, which will gain you anot
Mechanical Madness	GREO	6	This course will work toward achieving the external Science standard for (conventional) entry int
Introduction to Algebra	STEH	4	In this course you will be introduced to a number of essential algebraic concepts.
4/5 Ceramics	HOLR	4, 5	Developing skills with hand building, slip casting and more. This is a long term course.
Advanced DRAMA NCEA Edition	ALIE	7, 8	This year there are two distinct streams operating at senior level; 6DRA will create and rehearse
78 Art - Term 3	JONJ	7, 8	Term three - this course is for the whole year and started in term one.
3.1 Extension English	GEOM	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8	This course is for students who want to extend their literacy and/or English skills.
3.1 Visual Artists as Entrepreneurs	HOLR	8	So far you have generated work, formed a community of like minded artists, about to have an exhib
ALGEBRA contd / STATISTICAL INFERENCE	LOUW	7	We will complete the Algebra topic THEN
Statistics	INOK	4, 5	We will be looking at many aspects of statistics such as gathering data, comparing sets of data,
SENIOR JAZZ BAND	MATD	7, 8	This course is designed for experienced musicians working at NCEA level music who are wanting to
Amazing Algebra	GREO	5	We'll learn to form and solve linear and simple quadratic equations and we'll relate tables, grap
Measurement and Statistics Part 1	MATW	6	This course is designed towards achieving Numeracy at Level 1, going at a slow pace by completing
'X' marks the spot	TERA	5	This term is all about using algebra to explore the unknown and solve our problems!
Advanced Product and Furniture Design 3.1	JARG	7, 8	This course progresses from term 2 with students continuing to work on either their conceptual de
Earth, the sun, the moon, and the seasons	ZACW	5, 6	Why do we have seasons?
ALGEBRA	LOUW	6	Algebra covers the following topics -
Legal Studies	ALLH	8	Can you prove it? In this course we will look at Evidence as a topic.
Continuation of Visual Design in Texts	BetM	5	In this block, we'll continue practicing and improving our digital design knowledge and finish of
Memory	STMA	7, 8	Continuation of Laura’s T2 course.
Clone of Ko Te Korero Me Te Whakarongo	MART	6, 8	Kia mate a Ururoa! kei mate Tarakihi!
The Writing Room (level 5)	MEGW	5, 6	Express yourself and have fun with writing.
SENIOR JAZZ BAND	MATD	7, 8	This course is a year long practical exploration of jazz forms and improvisation.
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
Pride & Prejudice	MART	5, 6, 7, 8	Mr Darcy and the spirited Miss Elizabeth Bennet finally meet on the Ao Tawhiti Major Production s
Statistics	INOK	5	We will look at some aspects of Statistics addressing as many of the list below as we have time f
Making an impact through film: what's your plan?	KATA	6	We are influenced daily by advertising and “news.” We are told to Buy! Believe! Do!
GRAPHS	LOUW	5	GRAPHS
Delving into ideas	JOB	7	We are constantly being manipulated by words.
Back to Basics: Film	VERL	5, 6	"It’s all about “Lights! Cameras!
Blood Sports (not really) - martial arts and self defence basics	DEAC	4	In a safe and controlled environment lets develop skills in martial arts for confidence and self
Read for Your Life	MEGW	5	Reading can transform our lives.
Drama Led By Juniors	STEM	4, 5	Drama with Lucy Webster & Rose Hubble will be returning in 4.1 as both seniors are choosing t
AUDIOFILES - Advanced skills on garageband!	MATD	3, 4	This course is really an introduction to composition, and we will be focusing on how to use compu
Fun, Games and Probability	MATW	3, 4	In this class, we will look at the mathematics involved in games.
Media and Film Studies - Advanced NCEA	RICP	7, 8	In this course, we've moved our focus from film analysis in Term One, to designing a film and lea
Yay it's finally algebra!	MICV	5	We will be revising how to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions and integers.
Algebaric Patterns	GREO, DERT	5	This term we'll investigate algebraic patterns and how they can be represented graphically.
Te Reo mo ngā Teina: Whānau	MART	1, 2, 3, 4, 5	'Naku te rourou nau te rourou ka ora ai te iwi'
Law- Dispute Resolution	ALLH	8	A look at Negotiation and Mediation.
Level 4 Maths - Angles and Number	KAYH	4	This course we will be drawing looking at angles and triangles.
Radioactive	MATP	7	A busy term lies ahead! First we will look at nuclear reactions and radioactivity.
How fast? How strong? Let’s figure it out.	FLOM	6	The core component of Physics: MECHANICS!
Floorball / Unihockey	CRPE	4	In this course, you make a commitment to being part of a Floorball team.
6Social Studies	PETB	6	The skills, knowledge and understanding required for the Social Studies externals will be develop
2021 Term 3 8Biology	MATW, MICV	8	This course will focus on two externals: Evolutionary Patterns leading to Speciation and Trends i
Project English: Reading, Writing and Viewing	GEOM	5	This course is for students who enjoy reading, writing and watching movies.
ALGEBRA	LOUW	6	After doing the assessment for Linear algebra we will study MORE ALGEBRA and will cover the foll
Number Number Number - What is next?	KAYH	3, 4	In this course we will discuss and probably assess what our areas of weakness are and focus on th
Term 3 Level 3 Mathematics including Algebra	LIBB	3, 4	This class is for students working within Level 3 who are not quite ready for Level 4, or who hav
Advanced Mandarin Language and Culture Class	MLA	4, 5
Let's get active	SARO	6, 7, 8	Wanting to include some physical activity into your busy day? Then this is the class for you!
3.1 8English	GEOM	8	This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Extreme life and Earth Science issues - part 2	MATP	7, 8	Level 7 students will continue with their assessment about the most extreme conditions that life
What's for Dinner (3.1)?	KATA	4, 5	Have you ever wanted to impress your family and friends by cooking them a three course meal?
Philosophy - Ethics and Moral Philosophy	BRES	7, 8	ETHICS - How ought one to live their life? Who should decide?
7/8 Photography Folio Generation	ROSM	7, 8	“This course is designed to enable you to make a body of work suitable for a Photography Folio fo
Essential Skills for the Professional Musician 3	MATD	6, 7, 8	This course is designed for students wanting to complete NCEA standards in music, or for experien
Do You Speak Algebra?	NIKS	4	Did you know that algebra is a language that helps solve real-world problems through maths?
Chemical Reactivity	ZACW	7	In Term 3.1, we will focus on some important questions across a broad range of topics in chemistr
The Business of Tourism	CRPE	7, 8	This course is designed for senior students who are interested in learning about or working in th
A beginners guide to chemistry	MICV	6	Zack says that this course is ESSENTIAL for any student wishing to study chemistry beyond Level 1
Extreme life and Earth Science issues	MATP	7, 8	Level 7 students will learn about the most extreme conditions that life has been seen able to sur
"The bestist bit of maths ever"...	MATP	5	...or "how to do maths with letters"
Putting the Astro in Astrobiology	MATP	6, 7	The history and development of the whole universe, and how humans are limited in our ability to i
Hands on Geometry!	STEH	4	This will be a fun maths class with lots of stuff to get your hands on to learn the basics of geo
Why algebra? Why not!	MICV	5	We will start this term looking at how to graph straight line relationships.
Elect to do Electricity	GREO	7	Michael Faraday pioneered Electricity in the early 1800’s, and it has been a core component of Ph
(Shakespearean) Fan Fiction	LAUB	6, 7	Full term course!
Electromagnetism	FLOM	7	This is going to be a busy term!
Anatomy, biomechanics and exercise physiology... Badminton	SARA	7, 8	In this course, which will run over the entire term, you will participate in a variety of Exercis
3.1 Major Production NCEA - LA Time	MART	6, 7, 8	Auditions last term means learning lines and rehearsals are now on the books for Ao Tawhiti's 201
Do you speak Algebra?	JOHS	4	Did you know that you can use algebra to solve real-world problems through maths?
Design and Innovate - Design Realisation	JARG	7, 8	Individualised Designing or Manufacturing learning projects.
3.1 Integrated Studies 1	GEOM	6	Integrated Studies combines Business Studies, English, and Enterprise into a holistic learning pr
3.1 Level 3 Mathematics	LIBB	3	This class is a continuation of classes for students working within Level 3.
Graphs contd.	ALIS	5	We will continue with the graphs topic that investigates the relationships between, patterns, tab
Be an Active Citizen	KATA	4	Are you interested in what is fair and not fair? As a consumer, you have great power.
Independent English	GEOM	5	This course is for students who want to work independently towards improving their literacy and/o
Shortland Street Filmed Scenes 3.1	EMIM	4, 5	Camera Operators, Film Editors, Actors, Directors, Writers: This is a class for you.
FIND 'X'	LOUW	5	ALGEBRA
Algebra and Graphs	INOK	6	We will continue algebra, working towards the MCAT exam and then start graphs to prepare for the
Calculus	DERT	8	We will aim to finish Integration and have a test in the first few weeks of term.
This Is What An Atom Really Looks Like	ZACW	8	This unit is all about understanding: the true nature of atomic structure according to our most u
L5 statistics	MATP	5	Block 3.1 STATISTICS
TRIGONOMETRY contd. and STATISTICAL INFERENCE	LOUW	7	TRIGONOMETRY - course continued for the first three weeks of term.
Calculus	DERT	8	Differentiation. Then we move onto Integration later in the term.
Comics And The Heroes Who Read Them	ROBM	4, 5	In the 19th century a new medium came into existence... Comics!
Quirky Quadratics	ZACW	5	We will look quizzically at quirky (yet simple) quadratic equations (and we will also study linea
Business Studies and Enterprise	GEOM	6, 7, 8	Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Philosophy: Ethics (an introduction)	BRES	3, 4	Should I keep my $20 or give it to a homeless person?
How fast? How strong? Let’s figure it out.	ZACW	6	The core component of physics: MECHANICS!
5CUL - Culinary Skills	BetM	5	Want to learn how to cook, and add some interesting recipes to your repertoire?

Yellow
	LA	Levels
Advanced Design, Make and Innovate - Term 3	JARG	7, 8	Building on the design brief, research and design ideation, students will continue to develop pro
The science of iPhones	ZACW	6	Okay, this is really a course about the chemistry concepts that were crucial to the development o
War poetry	BRAF	4, 5	We will study poems that emerge from wars that convey a range of images from horror through to sy
Spaghetti & 6 Shooters	ROBM	6	Do you know what a Spaghetti Western is? No? Great!
78OUT Snow Skills	PETB	7, 8	Snow Skills: This course will teach basic snow skills and involve a Snow Camp on 16th -19th Augus
Project Senior English	GEOM	7, 8	This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Genetic Variation and Evolution	MATW	7	This course will look at how Evolution works at a genetic level.
Visual Language to Static Image	MART	4, 5	We are going to look at Visual Language.
Steal like an artist- Writing Workshop	LAUB	5	Students will study different styles of creative texts in order to understand how and why the aut
Visual Texts and Language Features	RICP	5	This course is targeted towards students who are operating at the higher end of the Level Five cu
Book to Film (or '5 Minglish')	RICP	5	In this course students will study written texts (books, short stories and poetry), and convert t
Large ball skills - Basketball and volleyball	STEH	4, 5	We will travel to Bishopdale YMCA for a series of skill development and game sessions including B
Climate ch-ch-changes (Level 4)	ZACW	4	We will examine both the science and social science issues surrounding climate change.
I think the media tricks me into believing the “MAN”!	BREB	6	Sometimes the government message through the media is subtle, sometimes its in your face.
Taking Action for our Future	KATA	6, 7, 8	You've got this! You understand ecosystems and the basics of economics.
Isaac Asimov	GEOM	6	This course is for students who want to work towards improving their literacy and/or English skil
Probability Distributions.	INOK	8	We will finish Probability distributions which are used in the commercial and industrial world to
Psychology	ALLH	8	Prepare for further study in Psychology. Sensation and Perception studies how our senses work.
JAZZ BAND: TERM 3	MATD	6, 7, 8	This course is designed for experienced musicians working at NCEA level music who are wanting to
Geographic Research	CRPE	6	This is your chance to research in the real world.
Level 1 English - Visual Text Studies (continued)	RICP	6	This term we'll be taking the stuff we've learned about visual analysis to closely analyse '10 Cl
Play - NCEA Production	EMIM	6, 7, 8	This is part of the year long Drama course offered at senior level offering NCEA level 1,2,3 stan
Alcohols, soaps and perfumes	ALIS	5	In this course we will study the basics of organic chemistry and how it links to day-to-day appli
Ko Tōku Ao Reo	MART	6, 7, 8	He poturi haere te mau o te reo ara, a, ka mahi ngawari mātou.
I think the media tricks me into believing the “MAN”!	BREB	6	Sometimes the government message through the media is subtle, sometimes its in your face.
Netball World Cup	SARB	5	During this block you will experience a tournament style unit that looks at challenging social an
Navigation, snow and assessments	MATP	7	This is a whole term course.
NZ Certificate in Foundation Studies	ANNH	5, 6	This course offers a personalised approach where you will develop and extend your own subject int
Electromagnetism	GREO	7	This term we will tackle the awesome topic of electromagnetism.
Level 1 PE	EMMB	6	This is a continuation from last term doing a badminton unit looking at strategies to improve per
ADVANCED MUSIC 1 - (NCEA LEVELS 1 and 2...)	MATD	6, 7	Do music for NCEA credits!
4CUL - Culinary Skills	BetM	4	In this course, we'll learn how to make interesting, yummy dishes from all over the world, by foc
Star Wars	MEGW	5, 6	Like Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, and The Hunger Games, The Star Wars saga is based on th
MAKING MUSIC: NCEA LEVEL ONE	MATD	6	This course is part of a semester-long programme, designed to support students wanting to achieve
Amazing Algebra & Angles	GREO	5	We'll learn to form and solve linear and simple quadratic equations and we'll relate tables, grap
The Bigger Think	MEGW	6	Combine different NCEA subjects into a big project.
Who are you? Who? Who? Who? Who?	SARH	6	NCEA Level One Drama course for AS 1.6 Acting Role in a Scripted Production.
Level Two English - Writing based on a studied text	RICP	7	In this course, we’ll use the novel 'Annihilation' by Jeff VanderMeer to plan, draft and craft so
Level One English - Term Three	RICP	6	This term we'll focus on the art of persuasion and arguing.
Numeracy	INOK	5	For those who are very poor at Maths or never want to do any Maths related subject again, this gi
Ao Tawhiti Reality TV	LAUB	4	Join Laura and Stephanie as they explore reality tv.
ALGEBRA	LOUW	6	During Term 3 we will be studying algebra which covers the following topics -
Human Rights: define, discuss and defend	KATA	4, 5	Human rights continue to be threatened globally and closer to home.
Natural disasters: causes, effects and responses	KATA	5	In this five week course, we travel the globe beginning our study at the centre of the Earth and
True Crime Literacy	STMA	5	True Crime as a media genre has boomed in popularity in the past few years with an increase in po
Calculus	DERT	8	We will aim to finish Integration and have a test in the first few weeks of term.
The Art of Persuasion: Vote for Us	KATA	5	What are the elements of a good advertisement? What are you trying to "sell"?
Tā Moko & Kirituhi	MART	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	Let's look at the carvings on the face and body.
Calculus	DERT	8	We will aim to finish Integration and have a test in the first few weeks of term.
Psychology	ALLH	8	Age and stage. We examine developmental psychology
3.1 Level Two - Art making towards folio completion	HOLR	7	Pre requisite of this course is to have completed term one and two of the level two art program.
L2 and 3 Historical presentations	RICM	7, 8	This term offers the opportunity to apply the skills developed over the first two terms and will
Design and Make	JARG	5, 6	Finally the Innovation Lab is back up and running!
Kick, pass and score tries, how does it all work?	ALEM	5	It's a fact, 7's Rugby is fun, great fitness and we are only going to make it better!
completing a body of work and exhibiting in a public space	HOLR	7, 8	This is a multi level course that best suits students working at year 12 and 13.
Amazing Algebra	GREO	6	This term we may still be finishing our linear algebra internal.
Sociology	ALLH	8	Selling Knowledge.
3.1 Business Studies and Enterprise	GEOM	6, 7, 8	Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
From the Insane: Shutter Island	VERL	7, 8	Students will be watching and studying Shutter Island the novel and the film.
3.1 Level Three - Art making towards folio completion	HOLR	8	Pre requisite of this course is to have completed term one and two of the level three art program
Text Analysis	JOB	4, 5	Note: Text at 4/5 level contain language and themes not suitable for younger students.
Creating with Digital Technologies - not a free time Gaming course!	IANH	5	This is intended to be a whole year course where we plan, design and create Digital resources tha
Electromagnetism	MATP	8	We now have a whole new term to study a new topic: electricity and magnetism.
Handball…Dodgeball…Tchoukball.	IANH	4, 5	Come and try out these different ball sports…they are all pretty new to NZ and look like great fu
Full-Court Press - Court Sports - Large Ball	DEAC	4	What are all those lines on a court for?
78 Social Studies	PETB	7, 8	The skills, knowledge and understanding required for the Social Studies externals will be develop
4LITc - Becoming a Film Critic	BetM	4	We all love films, but how can we make them even more interesting?
Individual Pathway English	GEOM	5	This course is for students who want to develop their literacy and/or English skills.
Carry out a statistical investigation	KAYH	3, 4	In this course you can create your own statistical investigation or you can work on a class one.
ALGEBRA contd.	ALIS	4	We will continue with the Algebra topic we began in 2.2 and continue to build our knowledge of ba
Chemistry in action	MATP	5	Technological applications of chemistry...
CRASH COURSE: Understanding how music works	MATD	4, 5	Develop a deep understanding of the nuts and bolts of music through this intense crash course!
Integrated Studies 1	GEOM	5, 6	This term focuses on students developing and running their own enterprise.
What would your business look like?	KelB	4	Let’s take a tour around the city and see what catches our attention.
Education for Sustainability: Term 3 Pick 'n' Mix	KATA	7, 8	With a term left to the end of the year for seniors, we will look at your NCEA needs and your per
The Truman Show - Film Study	MEGW	4, 5	In this course we will view and study the film The Truman Show and we will use the film as inspir
Philosophy: Democracy, Freedom, Mind	BRES	6	What is democracy? Who invented it? Does it work?
Sociology	ALLH	8	Economic and Political Systems.
How to Write and Record a Song	MATD	3, 4, 5	Learn how to write and record a song in 5 easy steps!
Calculus	DERT	8	We will finishing Integration and then start algebra.
The language of film	MEGT	6	"Film is one of the three universal languages, the other two: mathematics and music." - Frank Cap
67 Pho	ROSM	6, 7	This is a multi level course that best suits students working at either Year 12 or 13.
Much Ado About Comedy	BRAF	5	We are exploring comic conventions through studying an adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Much Ado Abou
Drop the base: quantitative titrations	ZACW	7	We will start Term 3 by learning how to perform titrations, an important technique to quantify su
Ko ngā Akonga Tuākana - The Senior Students	MART	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6	This term students will be given more opportunities to write, read, listen and speak Māori words
Level 1 Maths 2021 Term 3	MATW	6	Students who worked on Algebra in Term 2 will be continuing their preparation for the MCAT (AS1.2
ALGEBRA	LOUW	6	After doing the assessment for Linear algebra we will study MORE ALGEBRA and will cover the foll
Calculus	INOK	7	You will get introduced to Calculus, a useful tool in Mathematics used in many aspects of Enginee
Health	REBF	8	In 2013 there were over 14,000 legal abortions performed in New Zealand.
Beginner Mandarin Language and Culture Class	MLA	1, 2, 3
3.1 Level 3 Literacy	LIBB	3	This course is a continuation of the work begun in Term 1 and 2, where students learn about the l
Motors and Machines	JARG	3, 4	Learn how motors and machines work through this hands on course.
Leadership and coaching	SARO	7, 8	Have you ever had a coach/teacher/leader that got the best out of you?
Rebooting Major Rehearsals	RHEW	6, 7, 8	“With the General on his way, hundreds of characters, dozens of stories still to restore, all I k
SENIOR NUMERACY	LOUW	6	This course is for Year 12 and Year 13 students who need Numeracy credits to gain Level 1.
Measurement and Geometry	MEGW	5	You will learn to name the characteristics of shapes and describe position and movement of shapes
Why algebra? Why not!	MICV	5	In this course we will be looking at manipulating algebraic expressions and solving algebraic equ
Badminton	STEH	4	This class will travel to Bishopdale YMCA and develop of skills for playing Badminton!
GAME MAKER (Board Game Design and Make)	JARG	5	Create a unique original board game.
Business Studies and Enterprise	GEOM	7, 8	Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Stop Go Animation!	STEH	4	As we move into looking into Viewing and Presenting in literacy, I am excited to offer a class fo
"Of course, you know you cannot win..."	MATP	4, 5	"The house always wins" Or does it?
As I live and breathe.	BREB	7	We will look at the full animal kingdom in terms of increasingly complex adaptations.
Calculus	DERT	8	We will aim to finish Integration and have a test in the first few weeks of term.
STAR+ History	RICM	7, 8	This term long course is designed for students completing their historical investigations from te
Sci-fi and Exam Prep	ROBM	8	Having read The Watchmen, we will now expand our examination of Sci-fi and Horror.
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-
Term 3 7/8 Art	HOLR	7, 8	Term three - this course is for the whole year and started in term one.
3.1 foundation art - printmaking	HOLR	4, 5	Come and learn some ancient and totally now printmaking processes and make a series of prints usi
Statistics	DERT	8	We will work on Probability Concepts.
Literacy & Visual Language	RICP	5	In this block, we will be focusing on the basics of visual text studies.
The name's Bond...Ionic Bond: Chemical Bonding, Structure, and Reactivity	ZACW	7	We will investigate the intermolecular and intramolecular forces that hold matter together.
Convince me!	STEH	3, 4	Can you write compelling argument that will convince me of your point of view?
Literacy through physical education	SARO	5	Interested in PE and want to learn some literacy through this, then this is the class for you.
PROBABILITY / ALGEBRA / TABLES/EQUATIONS/GRAPHS	LOUW	4, 5	PROBABILITY
The name's Bond...Ionic Bond: Chemical Bonding, Structure, and Reactivity	ZACW	7	We will investigate the intermolecular and intramolecular forces that hold matter together.
GRAPHS contd.	LOUW	4, 5	GRAPHS
3.1 Film Studies and Project Based English	GEOM	5, 6, 7	Film Studies explores the many aspects of films from the technical to the
Daughters Of Heaven	EMKN	7, 8	This term is an assessment based unit of work where you will research and carry out a performance

Green
	LA	Levels
6ENG	BetM	6	In this course, we will study a range of texts (written and film) through the lens of English.
The climate is a-changin' (Level 5)	KATA	5	Come be a part of a special, new course at Ao Tawhiti!
3.1 Ceramics	HOLR	4, 5	This course is a continuation for students entered in 2.2 ceramics.
3.1 Level Three - Art making towards folio completion	HOLR	8	Pre requisite of this course is to have completed term one and two of the level three art program
3.1 foundation art - printmaking	HOLR	4, 5	Come and learn some ancient and totally now processes and make a series of prints using different
Adaptations, Digestion, Introduced Species and Performance Enhancing Drugs Part 1	MATW	6, 7	This course will run over 10 weeks and include the opportunity for 3 assessments: 2 internals and
How did we evolve?	ZACW	5	This course is complementary to the cells biology course offered in term 2.2.
Aroha	BRAF	4, 5	This is a term long program where participants spend time in natural environments, as a way of co
Climate change: addressing the (biological) issue	ZACW	5, 6	This term, you will back up your assertion that climate change is a serious issue (or not) by put
Cafe Economics	GEOM	6	This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Calculus level 2	INOK	7	We will be starting on Calculus which is the mathematics of rates of change.
Algebra level 1	LOUW	6	For the whole of term 3 we will be studying towards the external algebra paper.
6MAT	LOUW	6	Algebra is a branch of mathematics where letters and other general symbols are used to represent
3.1 Level Two - Art making towards folio completion	HOLR	7	Pre requisite of this course is to have completed term one and two of the level two art program.
Football and biomechanics	CRPE	5	In this course we will be exploring the biomechanics of football.
How music really works...	MATD	4, 5	In this course we will be building on the 'song-writing' course we developed last term, with a de
3.1 Our favourite Novel	EMIM	5	In 2.2 in 5ENG we were introduced to 10 novels.
4/5 Art Term 3 - 3D Art	LIBB	4, 5	For term 3, the focus of this class is 3D Art.
6 Project English	GEOM	6	This course is for students who are working towards Level 1 NCEA English.
Music Mastery 3	MATD	4, 5	In this course we will be looking at a wide range of skills to enhance your musical experience; i
DJ	BRES	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	Learn how to be a DJ using a range of DJ technology including:
Design for the real world.	JARG	6	This course provides students with opportunities to develop either an architectural, product or f
3.1 Visual Artists as Entrepreneurs	HOLR	8	So far you have generated work, formed a community of like minded artists, started to organise an
In the name of love?	JOB	8	Othello loved Desdemona so much he strangled her? What was behind his rage and her passivity?
Minglish Level 2	RICP	7	In this course, students will study written and visual texts closely, then choose their own asses
School Leavers workshopping applications	KIRM	6, 7, 8	Are you planning on leaving school this year?
The 3 L's Leadership, Leadership, Leadership	ALEM	7, 8	Leadership, Leadership, Leadership
Musical Waveyness	GREO	8	In this block will study towards the waves external exam: Doppler effect, standing waves, beats,
7/8 Art Folio	HOLR	7, 8	Students are working on completing their level two or three folio work.
To evolve or not to evolve, that is the question.	BREB	8	Rather than travel the world for 5 years getting horrendously sea sick, as Darwin did, we can lea
Senior Production Part 1	ALIE	6, 7, 8	Term 3 means it is time for the Senior Production.
Theatre Design Production 2021	ALIE	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	This practical class is a working group focused on THEATRE DESIGN and THEATRE TECH for the Senior
What's Going on Upstairs	SARH	3, 4, 5	Let's find out how our brains work! Things we will cover in this course:
Level 3 Media Studies - Making a Short Film	RICP	7, 8	For the remainder of the year, any student wishing to design and create a film for either Level 2
The Writing Room (Level 4)	MEGW	4	Express yourself and have fun with writing.
Sociology of Deviance	ALLH	8	Deviance is a social construction. We examine several theories
Atmosphere - AT it again...	LAUB	6, 7, 8	NCEA assessment focus: Connections across texts, Level 1 4 credits, Level 2 4 credits.
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology Part 1	KelB	6	This course will run for the whole of term 3 and the beginning or term 4.
Timescales of the Universe	MATP	4	The Universe may be many billions of years old, humanity has been around for a couple of hundred
Control - Who has it?	CRPE	5	This course explores the concept of control in our lives. How much do we actually control?
What is Culture?	BRAF	3, 4	We will explore the idea of culture, and discuss what culture we identify with here in Aotearoa N
Musical Waveyness	GREO	8	In this block will study towards the waves external exam: Doppler effect, standing waves, beats,
Advanced composition and music research	MATD	7, 8	In this course you will design and carry out a research project focused on an aspect of music tha
The Science of New Zealand	MATW	4	This Level 4 Science class will contain three separate parts:
Environmental Forensics	SUZL	4	Whether you are a budding forensic scientist or a seasoned forensic investigator this course coul
78 Physical Education	KelB	7, 8	This course will run for all of term 3 and will focus on leadership strategies (7PE) and contempo
Statistics	INOK	4, 5	We will look at measures of centre (e.g. averages), measures of spread (e.g.
SKY - the atmosphere	MATP	6, 7, 8	How are energy and matter transferred into, around and out of our planet's atmosphere?
ReMake	JARG	3, 4	Design and make furniture from recycled wooden pallets.
Abnormal Psychology and Metacognition	RICP	5, 6	This term, we’ll continue looking at some of the weird things which our brains make us do.
The Future is a Nightmare	MEGW	7	View, discuss, analyse dystopian films... maybe even produce a short film of your own.
Clone of Me Timata Ano	MART	1, 2, 3	“Ko te manu e kai ana te miro, nona te ngahere.
Te Whakataetae Kapa Haka - Kapa Haka Competition	MART	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6	Toku toa, he toa rangatira.
Film Making for 48 Hour Film Festival 2020	MART	6, 7, 8	Film-makers remember the 48 Hour Film Festival this year - Friday 7pm to Sunday 7pm maybe in Octo
Genetics... continued	ALIS	6	During 2.2 and 3.1 we will focus on genetics: What are genes and what do they do?
Style studies...	MATD	6	In this course we will be looking at music across a range of styles and genres, and looking at th
“All the Belts!” - Conor McGregor - Martial Arts and Self Defence	DEAC	4, 5	In a safe and controlled environment lets develop skills in martial arts for confidence and self
Film Makers & Yearbook Articles	MART	6, 7, 8	Class continues for Film makers to develop a script, plan a film shoot and make a movie/short-fil
Probability Distributions.	DERT	8	First we will do the assessment for time series then we will start Probability distributions whic
Study Science. Why not chemistry?	MATP	5	This course will cover some aspects of chemistry.
Philosophy: Democracy, Freedom, Mind	BRES	6	What is democracy? Who invented it? Does it work?
History Presentations for NCEA	RICM	5, 6	This term offers the opportunity to apply the skills developed over the first two terms and will
completing a body of work and exhibiting in a public space	HOLR	8	This is a multi level course that best suits students working at year 12 and 13.
Philosophy - Analyze a religious text	BRES	7, 8	This term we apply philosophy to a historical-critical analysis of a religious text.
The Cooking Community	STMA	4, 5	“Food is not just about fuel.
Media and Film Studies - Beginner NCEA	RICP	6, 7	In this course, we've focused on analysing the best thing to ever come out of New Zealand
Putting things right again	JOB	1	Relationships, we all have them in one form or another.They are complex and idiosyncratic, and at
Devising Up a Storm!	SARH	4	Have you ever wanted to bring your slow motion dream sequence to life?
Exploring Music	MATD	4	The content of this course will be co-created between students and the LA.
Crazy Cool Chemistry	ZACW, MICV	4	Let's put on our lab coats and explore the awesome world of chemistry!
Badminton	STEH	5	Sign up to develop your Badminton skills.
Making Art Works for Exhibition	ROSM	5, 6, 7	This course offers you an opportunity to make an art work or works that can be exhibited in our s
Life on Earth, and the search for Little Green People	MATP	7	This course will explore how heat and light move around the Earth, leading to tectonic theory, we
Mechanics	INOK	4, 5	How do we measure movement, force, energy?
The Write Thing Part III	ROBM	4	THIS IS A WRITING HEAVY CLASS.
Energy, Simple Machines, Electricity and Magnetism: it's shocking!	GREO	5	In this NZC Level 5 science course, students will:
3.1 Integrated Studies 2	GEOM	7, 8	Integrated Studies combines Business Studies, English, and Enterprise into a holistic learning pr
Dance NZ Made	SARM	4, 5	Continued from 2.2. If you would like to join this class you MUST talk to Sarah first.
Business Studies and Enterprise 1	GEOM	5	Business Studies 1 is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers
Major Production Rehearsals & NCEA	MART	6, 7, 8	Auditions last term means learning lines and rehearsals are now on the books for Ao Tawhiti's 201
Term 3 Level 4 Mathematics and Algebra	LIBB	4	This class is for students working within Level 4.
Members of the Global Community	KATA	4	Completing our global tour, we take our remaining case studies from the four As (Africa, Asia, th
Fear Makers	MEGW	8	A study of classic, and frightening, horror films: Hammer Horror; Hitchcock; A Nightmare on Elm S
3.1 Major Production Rehearsals with Rheanna	MART	6, 7, 8	Auditions last term means learning lines and rehearsals are now on the books for Ao Tawhiti's 201
MORE ALGEBRA	LOUW	5	In this course you will be introduced to a number of essential algebraic concepts.
ALGEBRA	ALIS	6	After doing the assessment for Linear algebra we will study MORE ALGEBRA and will cover the follo
Architecture Part 2	RICM	5	In this course students will design a building for specific site near Ao Tawhiti.
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology	SARA	6	In this course, which will run over the entire term, you will participate in a variety of Exercis
3.1 English: Film Studies	GEOM	6	Film Studies is a comprehensive English course with a focus on film.
6NUM - Elements of Chance with Jess	JESD	6	This course is set up for students who are aiming to obtain 10 NCEA Level 1 numeracy credits.
Philosophy and Democracy	BRES	6	The first week will be dedicated to completing essays started in 2.1.
ALGEBRA contd / CALCULUS	LOUW	7	We will complete the Algebra topic THEN we will begin CALCULUS
Design and Make - In The Workshop	JARG	5, 6	Designing and manufacturing a product.
The Ukulele Orchestra!	MATD	3, 4	This course is open to all ukulele enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced, students and parents
Level 2 PE	EMMB	7	During this term we will be looking at the biophysical and sociological components of Physical Ed
Understanding the body and it's movement.	ALEM	6	Please no new students until week 4.
Indoor Netball Invasion	SARB	4, 5	During this block we will be looking at invasion game through the context of indoor netball.
Masks and Legends	EMKN	4	This drama course focuses on legends from around the world.
Philosophy of Science	BRES	5, 6	What is science? How does it work?
Statistical Investigations	KAYH	3, 4	In this course students will carry out their own statistical investigation.
Philosophy: Ethics	BRES	7, 8	How should we live our lives, and who should decide?
Electricity and Science Projects	MICV	5	In the first part of the term we will investigate electricity - how is it created, how do we use
Sociology of Sport case study Rio Olympics 2016	EMMB	7, 8	The same context is covered in both classes at Level 2 the pitch is at Rio Olympics 2016
Cinema Studies: A Film Per Week	ROBM	8	Support offered for students working on SDL English.
How to Adult Term 3: Like a pro	KIRM	6, 7, 8	Focus on skills and flourishing - Who you are and how to build a happy, healthy life of flourishi
Edgar Allen Poe-ms, Short Stories, and Essential Skills	ROBM	8	This term we will continue exploring the themes of gothic literature but from a particular author
Project English	GEOM	6	This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Web Design	DERT	6, 7, 8
We'll Change it Up	KATA	6	Poverty. Hunger. Homelessness. Racism. Homophobia. Climate Change.
Number	MATP	5, 6	In this course we will do the Number Internal and perhaps one more (negotiated).
Philosophy - Ethics	BRES	7, 8	How ought one to live their life? Who should decide?
Alcohols, soaps and perfumes	FLOM	4, 5	In this course we will study the basics of organic chemistry and how it links to day-to-day appli
External Study of Film	MART	6, 7, 8	This term will continue on from the work in Term 1 in preparation for the end of year External ex
Algebra level 1	DERT	6	For the whole of term 3 we will be studying towards the external algebra paper.
What Are You Afraid Of?	ROBM	8	All colour drains from your face, your palms go sweaty, the hair on the back of your neck stands
Evolution and Speciation	MATW	8	This course will be covering the key events of the history of life on earth with a special focus
3/4 Art : Painting Techniques and Colour Investigation	ROSM	3, 4	Painting and Colour Investigation
Digital Technology	DERT	6, 7, 8	This class aim's to be flexible to meet the varied needs of students.
Calculus	DERT	8	We will finishing Integration and then start algebra.
Elect to do Electricity	GREO	7	Michael Faraday pioneered Electricity in the early 1800’s, and it has been a core component of Ph
Senior Minglish - Viewing and Presenting!	RICP	7, 8	In this course, students will study written and visual texts closely, then choose their own asses
Cooking with Amy, Phoenix and Connor	IANH	4, 5	If cooking is something you're interested in, this class is for you.
Indoor Sports	STEH	3, 4	We will travel to Howzatt Indoor Sports for a variety of skill development sessions in Netball, F

Blue
	LA	Levels
SteamPunk Science	MATP	5	"Steampunk: science fiction dealing with 19th-century societies dominated by historical or imagi
678 Social Studies	PETB	6, 7, 8	The skills, knowledge and understanding for externals will also be developed and applied during t
Philosophy of Science	BRES	5, 6	What is science? How does it work?
As I live and breathe.	BREB	7	We will look at the full animal kingdom in terms of increasingly complex adaptations.
term 3 foundation drawing and painting	HOLR	4, 5	So far we have used drawing as a way of developing ideas for painting in term 2.
Maths	DERT	6	For the whole of term 3 we will be studying towards the external algebra paper.
8PHO	ROSM	8	This is a multi level course that best suits students working at either Year 12 or 13.
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-
Paranormal Pictures	ROBM	7	Let's read some creepy stories, watch some horror films!
ALGEBRA	LOUW	6	Algebra covers the following topics -
Extension English	GEOM	5	This course is for students who want to extend their literacy and/or English skills.
Junior English - Visual Text Studies	RICP	4, 5	Our focus last term was the creation of short stop motion animations based on our study of 'The G
NCEA MUSIC - Term 3	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
Design Junkies	JARG	4, 5	Develop a unique design outcome from reclaimed materials.
The Wondrous Wet	SARA	4, 5	Earth is sometimes called the 'Blue Planet' because 71% of its surface is water.
Animals and their Environments	KATA	3, 4	Come and join Matt and Kate in this block where we will describe and explain how animals are suit
It's all about movement	ALEM	6	There is, again, the opportunity for two assessments, and one continued from terms 1 and 2.
Geography Concepts, Research Project and ....Crime and Sustainability?	KATA	6, 7	In 3.1 we will revise geography concepts, prepare for the mock exams and introduce the research t
Manaakitanga, Human Rights, & Taking Action	KATA BRES	5, 6	We know that one of the best ways to cope with feelings of frustration and anxiety around climate
45CUL - Culinary Skills	BetM	4, 5	In this course, we'll learn how to make interesting, yummy dishes from all over the world, by foc
Geography Exam Preparation	KATA	6	During this four week block we will work on the following in preparation for the mock exams in we
Genetic Variation and Evolution	MATW	7	This course will look at how Evolution works at a genetic level.
The Science of Movies	MATW	5	This Level 5 Science class will contain three separate parts:
Sew What - Intro to textiles	TERA	4, 5	Have you always wanted to learn how to sew?
Number / Algebra	STEH	4	This course will continue with some focus on Number skills including fractions, decimals and inte
Philosophy: Ethics (an introduction)	BRES	4, 5	This term we begin our exploration of ethics. How ought one to live life?
FOUNDATION MUSIC 1: Understanding Music 3	MATD	4	This course is designed for musicians of all levels, from beginner up.
Why Mountains?	CRPE	5	Why might you care about mountains? Let's look at mountains from as many perspectives as we can.
Some weird, wacky, and wonderful news stories.	BRAF	3, 4	In this course you will bring news stories you have found online, or in newspapers or magazines.
Minglish Level 3	RICP	8	In this level 3 course, students will study written and visual texts closely, then choose their o
May the Force be with you!	MICV	6	We will start this term by finishing off the learning for the acids and bases chemistry external.
Film Production - advanced	RICP	5, 6	This term, we’ll cover more advanced filmy stuff like foley, colour grading, music mixing, camera
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology Part 1	KelB	6	This course will run for the whole of term 3 and the beginning of term 4.
Food and Digestion	MATP	4	Why do we need to eat? WHAT do we need to eat?
Monster Cinema	MEGW	8	View, discuss, analyse, films with monsters.
Kohknowco Lab 3.1	RENM	4, 5	Formerly UPT Digital. Web, app, and games development. Tech innovation.
19th century physics - continued	GREO	7	This term we will tackle the difficult topic of electromagnetism.
Trial By Jury	ALLH	8	What are your rights when arrested? How good is Jury decision making?
Externals Practice, Rivers and River Health	KATA	6	This block we spend the first few weeks practising exam questions, techniques and strategies for
3.1 Elections 2020!	LIBB	5	On the 19th of September all eligible voters in Aotearoa are invited to vote in our General Elect
Rockets, rovers, satellites, drones and probes.	MATP	5	It might be cool to send humans out into outer space, but the brutal truth is that it is a LOT ch
Elect to do Electricity	GREO	7	Michael Faraday pioneered Electricity in the early 1800’s, and it has modernised the world.
Psychology	ALLH	8	Age matters. Developmental psychology is the topic.
Our Beautiful Biosphere	KATA	5	Plants. Animals. Evolution. Ecology.
Calculus	INOK	7	After finishing the graphing topic we will go on to Calculus which is an important topic which lo
TEC Portfolio's and Prototypes	JARG	6, 7, 8	Now we have a conceptual design you can start developing your prototype seating outcome.
Senior ESS - Extreme Earth	MATP	6, 7, 8	Bringing it back to the ground this term and getting to grips with Earth Science.
No I in Team	EMMB	4, 5	Students will be explicitly using and learning methods of using their interpersonal skills in the
The Cooking Community	STMA	4	“Food is not just about fuel.
The Literary Equivalent of a Big Mac and Fries	ROBM	8	*Only for students 16 and older*
Foundation Philosophy	MEGW	5	Does God exist? How do we know anything? What is a self? Do we have free will? What is real?
Organic chemistry: It’s alkynes of fun!	ZACW	7	We will focus on organic chemistry - no, not the study of organic foods,
Leadership and Coaching	ALEM	7, 8	Coaching is highly rewarding for yourselves and the athletes that you are coaching.
Whakarongo Ki Ōku Hoa	MART	1, 2, 6	Listening To My Friends
MAKING MUSIC: NCEA LEVEL ONE	MATD	6	This course is part of a semester-long programme, designed to support students wanting to achieve
History Boffins	SARH	6, 7, 8	Multilevel History Class- where students choose their own topic of interest and are guided throug
JAZZ BAND TERM 3	MATD	7, 8	This course is designed for experienced musicians working at NCEA level music who are wanting to
3.1 English: Film Studies	GEOM	7	Film Studies is a comprehensive English course with a focus on film.
6MAT Statistics for Work Places	JOHS	1	We will work through AS91035 MULTIVARIATE DATA
Throw the Ball - European Handball	DEAC	4	Handball is a massive international sport and part of the Olympic Games.
Ka Korokī Ngā Manu	MART	6, 7, 8	Ka Korokī Ngā Manu - The Birds Are Chirping.
Life on Mars	MATP	3, 4	Could there be life on the red planet?
Philosophy: Language of manipulation	LAUB	7	We all manipulate each other somehow.
ALGEBRA contd	LOUW	4	We will continue with the Algebra topic we began in 2.2 and continue to build our knowledge of ba
4/5 Ceramics	HOLR	4, 5	Developing skills with hand building, slip casting and more. This is a long term course.
The best place in town	CRPE	6	In this course, we will explore micro climates around the city by conducting Geographic Research.
Statistics	DERT	8	Finish Probability Concepts then move on to Probability distributions
Blood Sports (not really) - martial arts and self defence basics	DEAC	3, 4, 5	In a safe and controlled environment, let's develop skills in martial arts for confidence and sel
Self-managing for progress in music	MATD	4, 5	This course is about the music business, and developing the skills you need to progress in music.
Whakapiki i te reo o ngā Tēina - Increase the language of the Juniors	MART	1, 2	We began the basics in Te Reo Māori in term one and now we continue to extend our vocabulary in t
Wild wilderness	BREB	5	Bear Grills thinks we can make it in the wilderness if we keep a few simple things in mind.
Carry out a biological investigation in a practical context (with direction).	MICV	6	In this course we will be working toward AS90925.
Statistics	INOK	8	We will finish the Probability Distributions and go on to look at Statistical Inference which use
Electromagnetism	FLOM	8	We now have a whole new term to study a new topic: electricity and magnetism.
Animal Farm	JOB	6	Animal Farm: a satirical look at totalitarianism by George Orwell.
7MAT	LOUW	7	STATISTICS
ALGEBRA contd. blue	ALIS	5	In this course you will be introduced to a number of essential algebraic concepts.
Showcase	SARB	6, 7	Plan and prepare for Dance Showcase in week 8.
Level 3 Literacy	LAUB	2, 3	A class designed to support students who need some extra literacy support.
Great Speeches	ROBM	6	Can you recognise from which famous speech each quote is taken?
There's No I in Ensemble....no ME either	SARH	4	only an EMBLE!
Dance NZ Made	SARM	4, 5, 6	Alice's Odyssey wraps up after week 1...
Great Historic Speeches	RICM	6	This term long course is designed for both existing and new students.
Let's talk about Sex!!	SARF	4, 5	In this course you will have a choice of different topics you want to cover within sexuality educ
Business Studies and Enterprise 2	GEOM	7, 8	Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Developing skills in practical music	MATD	4, 5	If you play, or want to play a musical instrument, then this is the course for you!
Aqueous equilibria - a chemical balancing act	ZACW	8	In term 3 we'll significantly expanding upon our knowledge of chemical equilibria from Level 2.
Super Sentences and Power Paragraphs	KAYH	3, 4	This course aims to make what you write more powerful.
Geographic Research	CRPE	7	This course is about conducting Geographic Research and learning geographic skills and concepts.
Film Studies	GEOM	6, 7	The Art of Roger Donaldson
EMP3 - Content Phase	RICP	6, 7, 8	Why on earth are you looking at a course called EMP?
The Christmas Carol PERFORMS	ALIE	5	This is part 2B of Chookas where we are working on the 5DRA class play started in 2.2 The Christm
Photography 3.1	EMIM	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	We will photograph. We will explore others' photography.
Gene expression	MICV	7	In this course we will be learning the material for the third Biology external "Gene Expression."
3.1 78 English	GEOM	7, 8	This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Organic chemistry - it's alkynes of fun	FLOM	8	We will focus on organic chemistry - no,not the study of organic foods, but the study of carbon-
Business Studies and Enterprise	GEOM	6, 7, 8	Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Quality bakers	SARA	5	Cookies, cakes, muffins, slices and breads.... in this unit we will learn how to bake these.
Advanced Research Presentation	RICM	8	In this unit we will design, present and review our Historical Investigations from term 2 with a
Social Psychology	MEGW	6	Why do good people sometimes do evil things?
Yearbook - New Building New Home	MART	6, 7, 8	Think of events to write about or articles our community would enjoy reading, then write them for
ALGEBRA	LOUW	6	During Term 3 we will be studying algebra which covers the following topics -
Fast and Furious	EMKN	5	This term you will learn about a range of theatre forms in a fast paced, condensed form.
This Is What An Atom Really Looks Like	ZACW	8	This unit is all about understanding: the true nature of atomic structure according to our most u
Philosophy of AI: Killer robots, computer slavery, human toys	BRES	3, 4, 5	What is artificial intelligence? Does it differ from real intelligence?
Digital Technology	DERT	6, 7, 8	This class aim's to be flexible to meet the varied needs of students.
4SCI - Palentology: Origins of Life and Evolution	JESD	4	Palaeontology is the study of the history of life on Earth as based on fossils.
NCEA 78 English	GEOM	6, 7, 8	This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Musical Waveyness	GREO	8	In this block will study towards the waves external exam: Doppler effect, standing waves, beats,
Level 5 PE	KelB	5	During this block we will travel to Howzat Riccarton to cover the basic skills of ultimate frisbe
TRIGONOMETRY	DERT	7	TRIGONOMETRY - Internal.
Next Level Showcase	SARB	7, 8	We will be preparing all out choreography and performance dance assessments for showcase.
78English	GEOM	7, 8	This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Science Fiction	BRAF	3, 4	On this course you will learn to write a science fiction genre story.
External Prep. in Short Stories	ROBM	6	Through looking at short stories, we'll practise essay writing.
Me Timata Ano	MART	1, 2, 3, 4, 5	We have begun the basics in Te Reo Maori and now let's extend our vocabulary!!!
3.1 Foundation drawing and painting	HOLR	4, 5	So far we have used drawing as a way of developing ideas for painting in 2.2.
Literacy Skills	LAUB	2, 3, 4	This a class with a focus on emergent literacy skills and strategies for reading.
3.1 self directed foundation art	HOLR	4, 5	Students best suited for this course have taken the ceramics course in blue last term and we will
Philosophy: Science - Good, Bad, Bogus	BRES	8	University course run at school.

Purple
	LA	Levels
Dance Choreograph Dance #2	SARM	6, 7, 8	Term 3 will be a continuation of term 2.
Digital Technology	DERT	6, 7, 8	This class aim's to be flexible to meet the varied needs of students.
Queer Media Studies (R13)	MEGW	5, 6, 7, 8	Explore and discuss queer issues and representations in film, television, and music.
Philosophy - Ethics OR Philosophy of Language	BRES	7, 8	Please note: The first week or two will be spent completing assignments from last term.
Your Choice	ROBM	5	This course will be driven by a challenge that you set to yourself.
3.1 Level 4 Science - Electronics	LIBB	4	Ever wanted to make a circuit and understand what voltage is? Me too!
567 Digital Art Advanced	BetM	5, 6, 7	This course is a continuation from Terms 1 and 2.
Japanese History	RICM	4, 5	This course is for any student interested in Japanese History.
Term 3 foundation art - printmaking	HOLR	4, 5	Come and learn some ancient and totally now printmaking processes and make a series of prints usi
Sociology	ALLH	8	Prepare to study sociology further. Knowledge is connected to power and status..
FOUNDATION MUSIC 2: TERM 3	MATD	5	This course is designed for serious students of music, who have an interest in music and already
7 Photography 3.1	ROSM	7	This course is designed to enable you to make a body of work suitable for a Photography Folio for
Digital Art for Beginners - (focus on basic drawing skills)	RICP	5, 6	Students in the course will learn the basics of drawing fundamentals, storyboarding and digital g
Evolocity	JARG	3, 4	Design and Build an electric vehicle - workshop only running on Friday 9-10:30am.
Mechanical Madness	ZACW	6	Topic 1 - Mechanics
The Science of Movies	MATW	5	This Level 5 Science class will contain three separate parts:
Advanced Design and Technology	JARG	7, 8	This course provides students will opportunities to extend their design and workshop knowledge an
How to Write a Song	MATD	3, 4, 5	Learn how to write and record a song in 5 easy steps!
Term 3 - Mā te Mōhio (Extension Junior Te Reo Māori)	ABBR	5	Nau mai, haere mai ki ngā tēina o Ao Tawhiti!
Inventors Unlimited	JARG	3, 4	This series of workshops supports students to design, develop and create their own inventions, or
Urban Gardener Offsite	FIOH	3, 4, 5	Urban Gardener is a pilot program, introducing people to edible gardening with elderly as an expe
New kids on the block	LAUB	3, 4, 5	This is a literacy-focussed class that will be developing a booklet and supporting information to
Level One English - Writing based on a Studied Text	RICP	6	This term, we'll do some creative writing (and possibly script writing, and possibly even film de
Linear Algebra and Tables, Equations and Graphs	MATW	6	We will apply the skills learned in Term 2.2 to solve problems.
I'll push through algebra, but graphs is where I draw the line!	GREO	6	This course carries on from where we got to working on linear algebra, we'll start to look more a
Digital Technology	DERT	6, 7, 8	This course is for students with a passion or interest in all things Digital Technology (programm
3.1 Level 1 Visual Arts NCEA folio completion	HOLR	6	This course is for those already engaged in their level one NCEA folio: We will be using printmak
Term 3 - Mā te Rongo (Junior Te Reo Māori)	ABBR	3, 4	Nau mai, haere mai ki ngā tēina o Ao Tawhiti!
Film Analysis	MEGW	8	As you continue to work on your personalised assessment plan, we shift focus to the critical inte
The skeptics club	ZACW	4	You all have watched documentaries before, or read some interesting article on the internet.
Poems about Place: Canterbury Christchurch Otautahi	BRAF	6	We will study poems about place as a way of connecting to the beautiful city we live in, as well
5MAT	LOUW	5	STATISTICS –
STATISTICAL INFERENCE	LOUW	7	STATISTICAL INFERENCE
Physical principals, extreme organisms and ESS investigations	MATP	7, 8	From rainbows to global warming, L2 students will learn about the physical processes that move en
GET SET! DESIGN!	MART	5, 6, 7, 8	If you are interested in working on props, backdrops, costuming, lighting, sound or make-up and h
Level 2 English - Visual Texts study (continued)	RICP	7	Since we now know all of our film techniques by heart, we'll finally analyse 'Interstellar' as a
6 Art - Term 3	JONJ	6	Term three - this course is for the whole year and started in term one.
Usain Bolt vs The Hulk - build your fitness	ALEM	5	Our Physical Education class is our community.
3.1 Level 1 Visual Arts NCEA folio completion	HOLR	6	This class is now extended to senior students wanting additional support with an art project, thi
ADVANCED MUSIC 2 - (NCEA LEVEL 3)	MATD	8	Do music for NCEA credits!
Biophysical elements of Physical Education	EMMB	6	This covers basic anatomy, biomechanics and exercise physiology.
Performing Climate Change Theatre Action	ALIE	5, 6, 7, 8	This performance class will work on plays that have a connection to saving the planet and will pr
Wave Systems	GREO	8	In this block will study towards the waves external exam: Doppler effect, standing waves, beats,
8BIO Human Evolution and Practical Investigation	JESD	8	This term we will begin the term by completing a practical investigation exploring how different
Level One English/Media - Term Three	RICP	6	You've started with a short story, written by yourself last term.
Men and Monsters (Monster Studies)	MEGW	7, 8	Zombies and vampires, goblins, ghosts and cyborgs, monsters have always haunted the human imagina
Philosophy - Ethics and Moral Philosophy	BRES	7, 8	ETHICS - How ought one to live their life? Who should decide?
STATISTICAL INFERENCE	LOUW	7	STATISTICAL INFERENCE
Let's do Something for a Sustainable Future (3.1 )	KATA	7, 8	This course continues from Term 2 as you complete your personal actions for a sustainable future.
Composition and performance	MATD	5	This class is designed for students at the junior level who are serious about music, but not yet
Creating with Digital Technologies - not a free time Gaming course!	IANH	4, 5	Come plan, design and create Digital projects that meet the needs of people in your world.
ElectroTEC (for beginners).	JARG	4	Learn how to make and design things that incorporate electronics components.
"The bestist bit of maths ever"...	MATP	5	...or "how to do maths with letters"
Ethical issues	JOB	2, 3	Should euthanasia be legalised?
Surviving the Zombie apocalypse	MATP	5, 6	Life - it’s complicated!
Your well-being.. My well-being... OUR WELLBEING -Term 3	SARM	6, 7, 8	We will continue to look at the 5 WAYS TO WELLBEING and how they can be part of our everyday life
Philosophy of Mind	BRES	7, 8	What is a mind? Is the mind nothing more than brain activity?
English - NCEA level 1	ANIY	6	In this course we will be exploring how stories can change the world.
3.1 Visual Arts Level 1	HOLR	6	Pre requisite for this course is to have attended terms one and two.
School of Rock!	MATD	3, 4, 5	This class will build on what we developed in Purple block last term, but is open to new-comers a
Philosophy: Environmental Ethics	BRES	4, 5	What is an environment?
Redox and organic chemistry: It’s alkynes of fun!	ZACW	8	The first part of Term 3 will focus on organic chemistry - no, not the study of organic foods, b
It's Dough Time!	STMA	4, 5	It's Dough Time!
3.1 Literacee	GEOM	3, 4, 5, 6	If your spelling is something like this then this may be the course for you.
Aqueous equilibria - a chemical balancing act	ZACW	8	In term 3 we'll significantly expanding upon our knowledge of chemical equilibria from Level 2.
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!
Developing Your Ideas and Performance	SARF	7, 8	This block we will be continuing dances for Level 2 Repertoire and Level 2/3 Group Dance.
Advanced Research Presentation	RICM	6, 7, 8	In this unit we will design, present and review our Historical Investigations from term 2 with a
ALGEBRA contd.	ALIS	5	In this course you will be introduced to a number of essential algebraic concepts.
3.2 Visual Arts Level 1	HOLR	6	Prerequisite for this course is to have attended 3.1.
Yay it's finally algebra!	MICV	5	We will be revising how to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions and integers.
Advanced Research Presentation	RICM	7, 8	In this unit we will design, present and review our Historical Investigations from term 2 with a
Cool Chemistry and Funky Physics	KATA	4	In this course, we'll take a tour through some of the level four physics and chemistry curriculum
4.2 Laughter Yoga & Walking close by	EMIM	2, 3, 4, 5	Blue Block of Inspire. Each Tuesday. 30 mins of Laughter Yoga.
Senior dance @ Dance Unlimited	SARM	6, 7, 8	During this class we will continue to work towards our annual Dance Showcase (week 6, term 3).
Level 1 Math	DERT	6
Invasion games... Lacrosse	SARO	4	Lacrosse is a fun game played with a stick and ball.
Community patterns, gene expression and biological validity.	MICV	7	For the first 2-3 weeks of this term we will work on the write up for the Patterns in Communities
Performance @ AT Dance - cont. from 2.2	SARM	6, 7, 8	This term we will be focused on preparing for our Showcase (week 7 of term 3).
Musical Waveyness and Faults of Fukushima	GREO	8	This term will study towards the waves external exam: Doppler effect, standing waves, beats, inte
Psychology	ALLH	8	We look at friendship and why we fall in love
Calculus	INOK	7	We will finish the Graphs topic and go on to Calculus.
Statistics Level 3	INOK	8	We will finish Probability Distributions and go on to look at Statistical Inferences using the te
Advanced Research Presentation	RICM	7, 8	In this unit we will design, present and review our Historical Investigations from term 2 with a
7 Photography 3.2	ROSM	7	This course is designed to enable you to make a body of work suitable for a Photography Folio for
Comic Creator	BRAF	4, 5, 6	Comic creator is about telling stories through sequential art.
Research Presentation	RICM	6, 7	In this unit we will design, present and review our Historical Investigations from term 2 with a
Life. It's complicated…	MATP	6	Biology (the study of life and living things) will be our topic of study in term 3.
Nerd Farming!	JARG	4	Not farming nerds, farming for nerds!
ALGEBRA	LOUW	6	During Term 3 we will be studying algebra which covers the following topics -
NCEA 78English	GEOM	7, 8	This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Lteracee	GEOM	3, 4	If your spelling is something like this then this may be the course for you.
3.1 Getting Outside (GO)	EMIM	4	Disclaimer: This is a cellphone and computer FREE course.
Algebra	JOHS	7	We will be continuing with Algebra which we started in last term.
Team games	SARO	4	Come join us for some team games.
Probability Simulations	DERT	7	Probability Simulations
ALGEBRA	LOUW	6	Algebra covers the following topics -
Waiting for the Yearbook	MART	6, 7, 8	3.1 Is a SDL - a Self-Directed Media Learning class until Marlene returns in 3.2.
History Portfolio: Completion	RICM	6, 7, 8	This course is the culmination of the research portfolio.
Investigate implications of heat for everyday life.	MICV	6	AS90943
ALGEBRA contd / CALCULUS	LOUW	7	We will complete the Algebra topic THEN we will begin CALCULUS
Waves and optics	FLOM	7, 8	In this term the level 3 class will study towards the waves external exam, while the level 2 clas
Whakarongo ki ngā Ururoa	MART	6, 7, 8	'Listen to the Sharks'
3/4 Literacy with Kate and Libby	KATA LIBB	3, 4	This term our literacy focus is on creativity.
ALGEBRA contd	LOUW	7	We will continue with the Algebra topic that we started in 2.2.
Blood Brothers	EMKN	6	This term is an assessment based unit of work where you will prepare and perform an acting role f
Next Level Showcase	SARB	7, 8	Plan and prepare for Dance Showcase in week 8. Choreography and level 1 and 2.
Organic chemistry - it's alkynes of fun	ZACW	7	We will focus on organic chemistry - no, not the study of organic foods, but the study of carbon
Probability Distributions.	DERT	8	We will start Probability distributions which are used in the commercial and industrial world to
Creative Academy For Theatrically Inclined Or Writerly Types	ALIE	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	The Creative Academy exists to support two different purposes.

Orange
	LA	Levels
Calculus	DERT	8	We will aim to finish Integration and have a test in the first few weeks of term.
Algebra level 1	DERT	6	For the whole of term 3 we will be studying towards the external algebra paper.
6MAT	LOUW	6	ALGEBRA AND GRAPHS
The Art Of Speaking	STEM	7, 8	Many of us fear public speaking. Simply the idea of giving a speech may give you nightmares.
To evolve or not to evolve, that is the question.	BREB	8	Rather than travel the world for 5 years getting horrendously sea sick, as Darwin did, we can lea
Investigating Health	JOB	4, 5	There is so much conflicting information out there!
Organic chemistry: it's alkynes of fun!	ZACW	7	We will focus on organic chemistry - no,not the study of organic foods, but the study of carbon-
As I live and breathe.	BREB	7	We will look at the full animal kingdom in terms of increasingly complex adaptations.
Design Junkies	JARG	6	Develop a unique design outcome from reclaimed materials.
8 Photography 3.1	ROSM	8	8 Photography
Our Aotearoa	SARM	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	This term we will be finishing off things that were put on hold from term 2, due to COVID-19.
The SDL music project: term 3	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
Jazz Band Term 3	MATD	5	This course will continue our holistic exploration of the world of Jazz music; playing, studying
Senior Biology - Animal Behaviour & Biological Validity	MATW	7, 8	This class will combine Level 7 & 8 Biology.
Level 2/3 Media Studies - Scripting a Film	RICP	7, 8	At this stage, students should have completed designs for a film they wish to create.
Education for Sustainability	KATA	6, 7	We have lots happening in this four week block.
Level One Folio	HOLR	6	Students are working on completing their level one folio work.
Kohknowco Lab 3.1	RENM	4, 5	Formerly UPT Digital. Web, app, and games development. Tech innovation.
Astronomical cycles	MATW	6	We will learn how the Earth, the Moon and the Sun determine the length of our days, months, years
3.1 Business Studies	GEOM	6, 7, 8	Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Clone of 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.
UPT Digital	RENM	3, 4, 5, 6	This term in UPT Digital we will continue on with projects and work toward MVP (minimum viable pr
3.1 Foundation Printmaking	HOLR	4, 5	Come and learn some ancient and totally now processes and make a series of prints using different
Level Two Media Studies - Term Three	RICP	7	This term, we'll finish our plan for a short film (started in Term Two), at the same time as taki
Law	ALLH	8	Prepare to study Law. Evidence is the topic. What is Hearsay?
Modern Physics	GREO	5	Each week/lesson we'll look at a different aspect of what physicists have learnt through the 20th
Focus on Film	MEGW	7	As you continue to work on your individual assessment plan, we shift our focus to the study of fi
ALGEBRA contd	LOUW	7	We will continue with the Algebra topic that we started in 2.2.
Theatre Design Fo' Real	ALIE	5, 6, 7, 8	During 3.1 and 3.2 this class will serve as the platform for you to roll your sleeves up and work
5ENG - Extension English	RICP	5	This course is designed for those students already operating at or above the 'typical' Y10 studen
Filming 48 Hours of Madness!!!	MART	6, 7, 8	The time has arrived and we have 6 SQUADS!
Geographic Research and Skills	CRPE	7, 8	In this course, we are conducting geographic research in the city.
MY MUSIC PROJECT 2	MATD	4, 5	In this course, students will design and carry out a range of music 'projects' of their own desig
Hey there, hot stuff....	MATP	5, 6	What is heat, how does it move, and how can we keep it where we want it?
Probability Distributions.	INOK	8	We will continue with Probability distributions which are used in the commercial and industrial w
Advanced composition and music research	MATD	7, 8	In this course you will design and carry out a research project focused on an aspect of music tha
Short Films Study	ROBM	4	We will watch a range of short films and use the skills we have honed throughout the year to help
Practical chemistry investigation	ZACW	6	We will carry out various practical chemistry experiments wherein we'll collect, process, and gra
Space Invaders	SARM	5	During this block we will cover the concepts of using space within a game and how to maximise you
Flying Machines	JARG	5	Explore and develop design knowledge and skills in this practical course focused on developing a
3.1 Extension English	GEOM	6	This course is for students who want to extend their literacy and/or English skills.
Invasion games - ultimate frisbee and netball	SARO	5	Through playing these games we will discuss and implement strategies.
The Great Ao Tawhiti Bake Off	KAYH	4	Who will be Ao Tawhiti's best baker?
Are you a leader?	SARA	7, 8	Level 2
Showcase!	SARF	3, 4, 5	Learn how to choreograph and prepare your own choreography for our dance showcase later in term 3
Research Presentation	RICM	6, 7	In this unit we will design, present and review our Historical Investigations from term 2 with a
Research Presentation	RICM	6, 7	In this unit we will design, present and review our Historical Investigations from term 2 with a
8 Photography 3.2	ROSM	8	8 Photography
The Sound of Social Justice in Aotearoa	BRAF	4, 5	On this course we will explore how reggae music became a soundtrack to Maori, and Polynesian soci
Level 3 PE	EMMB	8	In this class we will be using the Netball World Cup as our context for our sport sociology asses
To evolve or not to evolve, that is the question.	BREB	8	Rather than travel the world for 5 years getting horrendously sea sick, as Darwin did, we can lea
Who's in charge here?	MICV	4	In this block we will looking into how the country operates.
One Flew Over The Mice and Men	ROBM	8	Through a couple anchor texts, we will examine power dynamics, class structures, and representati
Fair Go Ad Awards	MART	6	If you like avoiding Ads on television maybe this is NOT the course for you.
How fast? How strong? Let’s figure it out.	FLOM	6	The core component of Physics: MECHANICS!
Prejudice and Short Stories	ROBM	6	In this course we will continue to explore how and why societies oppress certain groups of people
Showcase	SARB	5, 6	Prepare your choreography for our dance showcase.
English in the Kitchen	KATA	3, 4	In this course you will use cooking as a context for learning English.
The lego of the world	FLOM	4, 5	These next five weeks we turn our focus to the very small scale of atoms and particles.
Villains: The "Real" Villains	VERL	6	In this course, students will be introduced to the study of the villainous and infamous character
Philosophy - Analyze a religious text	BRES	7, 8	This term we apply philosophy to a historical-critical analysis of a religious text.
Prepare for 2019: applying for courses, scholarships, accommodation	KIRM	5, 6, 7, 8	Are you planning on leaving school this year or studying part time tertiary in 2019?
Philosophy: Thought Adventures	BRES	4	Are you ready philosophical adventurer? Your quest awaits!
The Big OE - Global Travellers	PETB	3, 4, 5	The Big OE - the Overseas Experience - is very much a part of our cultural and social makeup.

Other
	LA	Levels
Statistics for Research		5	In this course we are going to look at the statistical techniques required to perform research th
Garage Projects	JARG	6, 7, 8	LA's - this course is code 678TEC in line 3 in kamar
Life of a dancer...	SARM	6, 7, 8	This course will run during homebase time on Thursday and Friday.
The wonderous wet	MATP	4, 5	It surrounds us. It covers the planet. It is us.
4.2 Ukulele Orchestra/Band	EMIM	2, 3, 4, 5	Inspire on a Friday with Emily Let's make a ukulele band.

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