Timetable

4.1 Courses
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LA Levels
DANCE SARB 5, 6, 7, 8

This block we will be working on group dances and/or a site dance - an area in the university.
Case study of sustainable initiatives BREB 7

In term four we prepare ourselves for the external by looking at the key concepts we have learned
Calculus DERT 8

Term 4 is all about studying for exams.

External Preparation Level 3 Biology MATW 8

We will prepare for the 3 externals, including a preliminary exam on Human Evolution.
JUNIOR PRODUCTION CAST ONLY! STEM 5, 6

If you’re in junior production (already cast) then please join this class!
7/8 Photography Folio Finishing ROSM 7, 8

During Term Three we will have focussed on the development of ideas and imagery for Panel Two and
4.1 Extension English GEOM 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

This course is for students who want to extend their literacy and/or English skills.
Number and Algebra Revision MATW 4, 5

We will spend 3 weeks revising key ideas about numbers and algebra that you need in order to adva
4.1 Singing Group EMIM 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

This can be for any year level, in fact that would be better. Smiles.
Comics And The Heroes Who Read Them Continued ROBM 4, 5

Welcome back!

The Connections Project 3, 4

UPT Connections Project:
NCEA English Taster Cont. BetM 5

To join this class, students must have an e-Asttle result of AT LEAST 4A.
Level 4 Number - what is left? KAYH 4

This course will be mainly focussed on Number.
Studying for Health REBF 6, 7

During the next four weeks we will be focussed on the upcoming external/s, which are:
Design, Make and Innovate Term 4.1 JARG 6

Design, Make and Innovate in term four provides support for students to complete design work that
Chances are... DUNW 5

In this course we will study the science of chance: Probability!
Calculus DERT 8

Revision for exams!
Science Revision GREO 6

Revision for all the Level 1 Science Standards - Mechanics, Acids and Bases and Genetics.
6 Social Studies PETB 6

The course will primarily focus on providing external exam preparation during Term Four.
78 Science - the final countdown! MATP 7, 8

With 4 weeks to go, it's time to complete any unfinished internals, attempt reassessments and/ or
Travel GEOM 3, 4

A study of people, places and culture.
Music MATD 4
Level 2 NCEA external assessment preparation ZACW 7

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Level 3 Media Studies - Term Four RICP 8

For the few weeks remaining of this term, you'll finish editing your films for 3.6 (which you sta
Are you ready for the science externals? FLOM 6

The last term has arrived and it is now time to prepare for the external exams.
GEOMETRY LOUW 5

This is the branch of maths that deals with lines, shape and space.
Fitness - through individual activity and team sports CRPE 4

This course is about personal challenge, personal responsibility and fitness.
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology SARA 6

This course is a continuation from last term
Equations, Tables and Graphs INOK 6

We will continue to work on the topic on relations between tables, equations and graphs which lea
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
6MAT DUNW 6

In this course (which continues from work started in 3.2) students will learn how to apply multiv
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
Psychology ALLH 8

Learning, thinking and problem solving
Fossil fuels: What are the consequences? ZACW 5, 6

We'll investigate the implications of using carbon compounds as fuels on humans and the environme
Chinese NANC 3, 4

With native language instructors supplied from the Confucius Institute at the University of Cante
Te Reo mo ngā Teina: Ngā Kemu MART 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

'Naku te rourou nau te rourou ka ora ai te iwi'
DISASTER!!! MATP 4, 5

Chose your doom....
GEOMETRY ALIS 5

This is the branch of maths that deals with lines, shape and space.
Design and Innovate 4.1 JARG 7, 8

Individualised Designing or Manufacturing learning projects.
Independent English GEOM 5

This course is for students who want to work independently towards improving their literacy and/o
Rubble to Revival FRAM 7

Well, you’ve finished all of your internals.
Maths problem solving with pen and paper INOK 4, 5

We will look at solving Maths problems using only pen and paper.
4.1 Visual Artists as Entrepreneurs HOLR 8

Your self directed projects for this year will be concluding at the end of this block.
Level 4 Number - what's left is not right MATP 4

This course will be mainly focussed on Number - basic facts, fractions, percentages and other suc
EVERYDAY I HAVE THE BLUES... MATD 3, 4

Learn about the roots of rock, jazz and modern pop music in this in-depth hands-on exploration in
Clone of Social Responsibility and Influences on Participation in Physical Activity SARA 7, 8

Level 2: Social Responsibility
STATISTICAL INFERENCE - continued LOUW 7

STATISTICAL INFERENCE

Chances are... DUNW 4, 5

In this course we will study the science of chance: Probability!
outdoor games ALIS 4

This class will be about playing different types of games outdoors.
4.1 8English GEOM 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Philosophy of Videogames BRES 3, 4

What is a game? What makes a game fun?
Evidence ALLH 8

Can you prove it? What is hearsay
It's Our Future: Film Completion KATA 6

This course is a continuation of our study from Term 3.
Shakespeare exam revision and final assessments LAUB 6, 7

We'll use the Shakespeare we have studied and a number of other texts to look for similarities, d
Number - design your own course using Maths Buddy KAYH 3, 4

In this course students can figure out what they need to learn and then follow their own pathway.
SENIOR JAZZ BAND MATD 7, 8

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

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
Last minute preparation FLOM 7

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Revision and Annual Assessment MATP 4

Well really, who doesn't love doing tests?
Advanced Product and Furniture Design JARG 7, 8

This is the final part of this year long course where students have been developing design outcom
Tables Equations and Graphs LOUW 6

We will continue to work on the topic on relations between tables, equations and graphs which lea
Home cooked and healthy KATA 4, 5

In this four week course, we will make a variety of dishes in class with an emphasis on a balance
3/4 Maths - Beginner Algebra STEH 3, 4

This class will give students the foundation to progress onto level 4 and 5 maths where a basic k
4.1 Integrated Studies 1 GEOM 6

Integrated Studies combines Business Studies, English, and Enterprise into a holistic learning pr
Last minute preparation for 7PHYS FLOM 7

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Level 3 Number - for targeted students only see Kay KAYH 3

Let's have a look at Measurement.
12 Angry Men NATW 6

In this class we will study the film '12 Angry Men', analyzing it from a psychological perspectiv
Nga Rerenga Korero MART 6

Kia mate a Ururoa! kei mate Tarakihi!
Yellow
LA Levels
Schindler's List NATW 6

In this class we will study Steven Spielberg's film "Schindler's List".
Calculus DERT 8

Studying for exams.
UPT DIGITAL RENM 4, 5

UPT Digital is a games, web, app, and digital artefact development class, with a primary focus on
Writing Workshop- zine fest LAUB 5

Students look at the 'zine' form and then write and create their own.
Touch EMMB 4, 5

Students will participate in touch and use Solo Taxonomy to enhance their critical thinking and p
4.1 Senior Drama - Exam Prep + Screen Acting EMIM 6, 7, 8

This is part of the year long Drama course offered at senior level offering NCEA level 1,2,3 stan
The Final Countdown! ZACW 8

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
statistics ALIS 4

for the three weeks we will be looking at Statistics which is the study of data - how to collect,
The end is nigh.... MATP 6

4 weeks until finals - time to wrap up loose ends, finish any internal reassessments and get some
GEOMETRY LOUW 4, 5

This is the branch of maths that deals with lines, shape and space.
Level 1 English - Speaking, or Filming RICP 6

To finish the year, students are either working towards making a short film for some media studie
Level two and more HOLR 6, 7

4.1 is the end of this years course of study.
Flying Revision GREO 7

We'll complete the flight internal and study for the externals.
Calculus DERT 8

Term 4 is all about studying for exams.

78 Social Studies PETB 7, 8

The course will primarily focus on providing external exam preparation during Term Four.
Ball Striking STEH 4, 5

We will head to Upper Riccarton Domain and practice our ball striking skills.
Ko ngā Akonga Tuākana MART 6

Learning to use te reo is the priority.
Relationships BRAF 4

In this course we will explore words which express relationships, usually between people, but occ
Statistical reports INOK 8

We will be looking at the work required for the external exam Evaluating Statistical Reports.
Advanced Design, Make and Innovate - Term 4.1 JARG 7, 8

The final part of this year long course involves resolving the design work students have been com
Technology Independent Projects JARG 6, 7

This is the final part of a year long course.
Psychology ALLH 8

Learning and memory. Operant and Classical conditioning.
Because you asked for it.... JOB 4, 5

Read to write continues...
Chinese NANC 3, 4, 5

With native language instructors supplied from the Confucius Institute at the University of Cante
Home and Away ROBM 5

These 3 weeks will be spent exploring some literature and visual texts from New Zealand and aroun
Student Choice GEOM 7, 8

An opportunity for students to focus on external credits for NCEA in Business Studies or to attem
Trigonometry NATW 5

An introduction to trigonometry.
Music MATD 4
The nature of science ALIS 5

Through this unit we will look at how exactly we know what we know.
L2 Biology revision n exam practice MIRD 7

Get ready for exams - learn how to summarise your knowledge, read exam questions and then answer

Level 1 NCEA external assessment preparation (AS90944) ZACW 6

This course is intended for students who are writing the Level 1 Science external assessment AS90
Loose ends and odds and sods. BREB 6

In this block we will look at the concepts we have learned in relation to the big picture.
The Final Countdown! ZACW 7

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
TABLES, EQUATIONS and GRAPHS LOUW 6

In this block we will be completing the topic on linear, quadratic and exponential graphs.
Product Design and Make - Lighting JARG 5, 6

This is the final part of the lighting design class - students will be developing their final pro
Psychology Topics ALLH 8

At this stage of the year we can study topics we choose as a group. There is no NCEA.
Multi-Day Tramping PETB 7, 8

This course will involve a three days trip, and will develop skills and knowledge in tramping, fl
Clone of The Hunchback of Notre-Dame - Junior Production MART 5, 8

We are off to ...... Paris to meet 'Quasimodo'
Plant and animal evolution in New Zealand ZACW 4

We will investigate the theory of evolution.
Business Studies and Enterprise GEOM 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Junior Production BLAS 3, 4, 5

Weeeeeeeelcome, ladies and gents!
53D JARG 5

Develop your 3D modelling and design skills in this short 3 week taster course.
Ko te Ao Tawhito - Tikanga mai rā no MART 6, 7, 8

Ko te Ao Tawhito - The Old World.
Tikanga mai rā no - Culture from days gone by.
Richard's 789 English (3.2 and 4.1) 4, 5

During this course, we'll examine a few fundamentals of analysing poetry (language features such

4.1 Business Studies and Enterprise GEOM 6, 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
Level One English - Term Four RICP 6

We'll devote this term to studying some unfamiliar texts (poetry, short stories and articles), wh
Level one folio and inquiry into next year HOLR 6

For those wanting to attempt level two art next year this is a good place to start.
TABLES, EQUATIONS and GRAPHS LOUW 6

In this block we will be completing the topic on linear, quadratic and exponential graphs.
External and Internal Wrap-Up ROBM 8

This block is going to be used entirely for exam prep strategies, skills, and opportunities to co
Clone of Probability Level 2 INOK 7

We will continue with Probability.
Level Two English - Final Stuff RICP 7

We'll use the few weeks remaining in this term to finish off any internal assessments we've start
4.1 foundation art - printmaking HOLR 4, 5

Continue to learn some ancient and totally now printmaking processes and make a series of prints

It's the final countdown (8PHYS) FLOM 8

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Sports Smorgasboard IANH 4, 5

Seeing as we only have 6 sessions of PE in this block I thought it would be a good idea to just h
Roald Dahl NATW 4, 5

In this course we will study books and film adaptations of Roald Dahl
Softball STEH 5

These classes will happen at Riccarton Park.
4.1 Level Two - Art making towards folio completion HOLR 7

Final NCEA folio submission date is Friday 26 October 2018 3pm in the art room.
Financial Capability KAYH 3, 4

We will look at what we need to know about money.

The course will include:
Geography and Sustainability - Advanced 7, 8

Geographic skills, concepts, understandings, applications, large natural environments, difference
MAKING MUSIC: NCEA LEVEL ONE MATD 6

This course is part of a semester-long programme, designed to support students wanting to achieve
Calculus DERT 8

Studying for exams.
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
5Mat INOK 5

We will be doing some Geometry, involving angle properties of intersecting and parallel lines and
4.1 Film Studies and Project Based English GEOM 5, 6, 7

Film Studies explores the many aspects of films from the technical to the
Sailing MATP 7

Learn to sail!
We will use external tutors for this introductory sailing course.
Level three folio and scholarship HOLR 8

Students will be completing their level three folios and scholarship workbooks
Globalisatin ALLH 8

The sociology of global issues including economic collapse, crime and terrorism
4.1 Level Three - Art making towards folio completion HOLR 8

Final NCEA folio submission date is Monday 5 November 2018. This date is not negotiable.
3/4 English - Writing response STEH 3, 4

In this class we will be reading pieces of interesting text, making sense of the texts and writin
4.1 Visual Artists as Entrepreneurs 2017 HOLR 8

The pre-requisite for this course is you have attended and 3.1 of Artist as Entrepreneurs.
Loose ends and odds and sods. BREB 6

In this block we will look at the concepts we have learned in relation to the big picture.
Multi-Day Tramping MATP 7, 8

This course will involve a three-day trip, and will develop skills and knowledge in tramping, flo
What becomes of the bully? JOB 4, 5

"In many ways the Fat Man was a small man" The Fat Man by Maurice Gee is a psychological thriller
In the news KATA 5

With a short block, we'll investigate a story of interest to us in the news each week through a d
ADVANCED MUSIC 1 - (NCEA LEVELS 1 and 2...) MATD 6, 7

Do music for NCEA credits!
External Preparation Level 2 Biology MATW 7

We will be preparing for 2 externals in Biology (or 3 if you chose to do 3).
Multi-Day Tramping PETB 7, 8

This course will involve a three-day trip, and will develop skills and knowledge in tramping, flo
Junior Production MART 4, 5

The JUNIOR PRODUCtiON has it's turn now. We are off to Arabia with "ALADDIN".

Tables Equations and Graphs LOUW 6

We will continue to work on the topic on relations between tables, equations and graphs which lea
Working with Wood JARG 3, 4

Learn woodworking and design skills as you make your own products and items.

Samoa, Pompeii, Texas: the causes and effects of natural events KATA 4, 5

In this four week course, expect to be taken on a whirlwind tour of Samoa, the Bay of Naples and

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LA Levels
Flights of Fancy, Mobile Sculptures ROSM 4, 5, 6, 7

4.1 is a short (3 week) continuation of this course which will enable existing students to finis
Te Wharenui me Nga Toi Maori MART 4, 5

The Wharenui and the Maori Arts
Medical Physics and Revision GREO 8

This extremely small half term we'll be revising for the three externals.
Digital Technology DERT 6, 7, 8

This class aim's to be flexible to meet the varied needs of students.
Te Reo Tuturu MART 3, 4

Nau Mai Haere Mai
3D Modelling and Printing JARG 3, 4

This course will support students to develop their understanding of how to use Fusion 360 to crea
Beautiful you and making more HOLR 4, 5

This course is for those who wish to continue along a line of inquiring developing their art maki
Exam Prep RICM 7, 8

In this course students will prepare for external exam in History (91231 for Level 2 and 91436 fo
Philosophy: Various Topics BRES 5, 6

For the three weeks prior to exams, this course will be student driven.
Level three and more HOLR 7, 8

4.1 is the end of this years course of study.
Ecology in NZ ZACW 5

What makes an ecosystem sustainable?
3D Modelling and Printing JARG 4

This course will support students to develop their understanding of how to use Fusion 360 to crea
Practical Philosophy BRES 7, 8

Practical Philosophy: How can I live a good life?
The end is nigh.... MATP 6

4 weeks until finals - time to wrap up loose ends, finish any internal reassessments and get some
Clone of “Gift of Obedience” - Junior Production MART 5, 8

We are off to ...... Frell to meet 'Ella'
Aroha term 4 BRAF 4, 5

This course is close to full. Please discuss with Braden. .
Probability INOK 7

We will be finishing the Probability paper, spending most time on the Normal Distribution.
Exam preparation: Edgar Allen Poe-ms, Short Stories, and Essential Skills ROBM 8

In preparation for externals we will complete practise exams using our knowledge gathered through
Sociology ALLH 8

Sociology of Knowledge.
EarthEd 6

Volcanoes! Tsunami! Earthquakes! Population! Migration! Maps! Graphs! Photographs! Cartoons!
78 Physical Education KelB 7, 8

Level 7: Stay Afloat
Summer Sports STEH 3, 4

We will head to Upper Riccarton Park and develop our skills in a variety of Summer Sports.
4.1 Traitor & The Thief (Novel) + WRITING EMIM 5

You need to take this class IF you've been in it since 3.1 OR you've happy to catch up reading 'T
Art and About - Responding to Art on campus and in the city KIRM 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

The weather is sunny, the city is rebuilding, and there are some great exhibitions on at the mome
Philosophy: Various Topics BRES 6

For the three weeks prior to exams, this course will be student driven.
Review/Exam Prep NATW 8

A chance to finish up internal assessments and prepare for external exams
8MAS INOK 8

We will finish off the work on Evaluating Statistical Reports and spend as much time as possible

Computer aided design for beginners JARG 4, 5

This course will start with the basics and will provide opportunities for students to learn the s
The Hunchback of Notre-Dame - Junior Production MART 5, 8

We are off to ...... Paris to meet 'Quasimodo'
Level 1 External Prep. ROBM 6

All our Internals are submitted and its time to start preparing for Externals.
Media and Film Studies - Beginner NCEA RICP 6, 7

In this course, we've previously focused on analysing the best thing to ever come out of

LINEAR ALGEBRA LOUW 6

In this block we will be continuing with the topic on LINEAR ALGEBRA that we began in Term 3.
Legal Studies ALLH 8

Privacy Law- how much privacy do we need?
Film Study: Coraline ROBM 4

In a switch of tracks, we're going to watch the fantasy/horror animated film Coraline.
Making Our Futuristic Films RICP 7, 8

We'll finish off our 2.6 and 3.6 projects, and have some finished films by the end of this course
3/4 Art - Animation ROSM 3, 4

Animation
Project English GEOM 6

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
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
Clone of Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology SARA 6

This course is a continuation from last term
The nature of science FLOM 4, 5

Through this unit we will look at how exactly we know what we know.
Are you ready for the science externals? ALIS 6

The last term has arrived and it is now time to prepare for the external exams.
Contemporary dance SARM 4, 5

Come along and learn the contemporary dance moves, and put together a wee routine to be proud of.
Philosophy of Space/Time BRES 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

What is space? What is time? How big is space? Is that even a sensible question?
Design and Make 4.1 JARG 5, 6

Designing and manufacturing a product.
Filmmaking with 'Kapa Haka Forever' MART 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

A slight change in this programme to start making what Kapa Haka do in class more public and insp
Philosophy of mind BRES 7, 8

What is a mind? Is it just the brain or something else?
Acids and Bases INOK 4, 5

We will look at acids and bases, their chemistry, the processes of making them and where they are
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
Earth, sea and sky - a whole-planet perspective MATP 6, 7, 8

Bringing it all together, given the available data - what has happened in the past, is happening

Level 1 Math DERT 6

Students can finish any math internal assessments that they need to.
Level 3 PE EMMB 8

Finishing up on assessments flowing over from last term for some.
cont. Table, Equations and Graphs ALIS 6

We will continue to work on the topic on relations between tables, equations and graphs which lea
45PE SARB 4, 5

During this course we will look at different types of recreation that students are interested in

34MAT - 3D shapes and more KAYH 3, 4

This course will focus mainly on 3D shapes.
4.1 -Level two and level three NCEA and senior independent learners HOLR 7, 8

This is the time to complete your years study.
67 HOS CHRP 6

You will have the opportunity to complete the practical, written and assessment components of any
4.1 Integrated Studies 2 GEOM 7, 8

Integrated Studies combines Business Studies, English, and Enterprise into a holistic learning pr
External Preparation Level 3 Biology MATW 8

We will prepare for the 3 externals, including a preliminary exam on Human Evolution.
7MAT LOUW 7

COORDINATE GEOMETRY
Assessment Support JOB 6

Students will be supported to complete a range of internal assessments.
Student Choice GEOM 4, 5

An opportunity for students to focus on external credits for NCEA or to attempt, or complete, pre
Level 2/3 Exam Stress EMMB 7, 8

Students will pick a bunch of activities to help them destress providing all assessments are comp
Unfamiliar text, level 1 JOB 6

Every author writes for a purpose. Learn the hows and whys of a crafted text.
Crazy Cool Chemistry - heavy metal edition ZACW 5

Let's put on our lab coats and explore the awesome world of metal chemistry!
4.1 Self directed projects continued HOLR 4, 5

This course best suits those who have completed 3.2 and who wish to continue with their projects.
The scientific method FLOM 4, 5

Through this unit we will look at how exactly do we know what we know.
Digestion Internal and External preparation MATW 6, 7

We will prepare for the Level 1 Mammals as Consumers (including the mock exam) & Genetics and
Beach Volleyball and Football SARB 3, 4

During this block we will be travelling to Elmwood Club to learn beach volleyball and football.
Exploring Music MATD 4

The content of this course will be co-created between students and the LA.
Wave hello MATP 4

There are lots of different waves - microwaves, ocean waves, tsunamis, sound and light.
Final review of our deeper biological understanding BREB 8

A final opportunity to bring everything we have learned together and look at the full biological

Trigonometry INOK 4, 5

We will study Trigonometry, the study of the angles and side lengths of triangles.
PYTHAGORAS and TRIGONOMETRY LOUW 5

In this course we will study the relationships between sides and angles in right-angled triangles
Music and Words BRAF 3, 4

Words and music have created so many different moods and emotions: which combinations do you like
Blue
LA Levels
Xmas Markets - Enterprise in English - BRAF 3, 4

On this course you will create a product that you will produce and sell at a Xmas market.
Dance Exam Study SARB 6, 7, 8

During this block we will be studying towards level 1, 2 and 3 exams.
JAZZ BAND TERM 4 MATD 7, 8

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

There is no I in Team EMMB 4, 5

Students will identify, demonstrate and develop there interpersonal skills through the context of
Fire starter MATP 5

Fire. It can keep us warm and make our food safer and more delicious.
GEOMETRY LOUW 4

This is the branch of maths that deals with lines, shape and space.
Printmaking JARG 4, 5

This course is all about exploring printmaking.
Alcohol and Drug Education SARF 4, 5

This unit is for Year 9-10 students and older (it will not offer any internal credits).
Exam time! REBF 6

During the next four weeks we will be solely focussed on the upcoming external/s, which are:
Understanding comics BRAF 4

Come along and study comics. Have a go at drawing emanata, a waft-o-gram for example.

LINEAR ALGEBRA contd. LOUW 6

In this block we will be continuing with the topic on LINEAR ALGEBRA that we began in Term 3.
Mastering Externals JOB 6

Revision of 'Animal Farm' and 'Mississippi Burning'.
Year nine and ten - individual inquiry in paint and print HOLR 4, 5

Students will start with research and a drawing assignment that develops into a project that will
Conversation Amongst the Ruins FRAM 8

All your internals a complete, now all you have to worry about is passing your exams.
geometry - pythagoras ALIS 5

This is the branch of maths that deals with lines, shape and space.
Philosophy: Extraordinary claims BRES 3, 4, 5

"Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence" - Carl Sagan (1994). What does this mean?
Summarising and combining our deeper biological understanding. BREB 7

A final opportunity to bring everything we have learned together and look at the full biological

Law ALLH 8

Why privacy matters. How much is left?
Philosophy: Political Philosophy BRES 4, 5

This block we will explore political philosophy. How ought society to be set up?
Advanced Analytic Philosophy BRES 8

For 4.1 we will complete our analysis of Eric Reitan's argument.
Kohknowco Lab 4.1 RENM 4, 5

Formerly UPT Digital. Web, app, and games development. Tech innovation.
4.1 Photography EMIM 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

The point of difference for this 3 week block is we will do an NCEA level 1 task.
Level 3 NCEA external assessment preparation ZACW 8

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Ao Tawhiti Caps and Sport Psychology EMMB 4, 5

This unit will look at indoor cricket and the process students move
Level 3 External Prep. ROBM 8

All our Internals are submitted and its time to start preparing for Externals.
6MAT LOUW 6, 7

GRAPHING
Geography Externals Revision KATA 6

We will will revising for the two geography externals in this block: the skills paper and the ext
TEC Portfolio's and Prototypes JARG 6, 7, 8

Students are now in the final stages of their design projects and will be developing their protot
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology Part 2 KelB 6

This course is a continuation from term 3.
Music MATD 7
Humans as creatures SARA 4, 5

In this course we will discover that humans are, in fact, just creatures.

Exam Prep RICM 6, 7

In this course students will prepare for external exam in History (91003 for Level 1 and 91231 fo
Junior Production BLAS 3, 4, 5

As said in our yellow descriptor, junior production has a second colour block!
Digital Technology DERT 6, 7, 8

This class aim's to be flexible to meet the varied needs of students.
LET's be CREATIVE MART 6, 7, 8

Print - Let's make an online Yearbook;
Exam Prep for L3 History RICM 8

In this unit we will conduct our external exam preparations with a focus on succinct and pertinen
4.1 English: Film Studies GEOM 7

Film Studies is a comprehensive English course with a focus on film.
GEOMETRY LOUW 4

Geometry is the branch of Mathematics that deals with lines, shape and space.
The Final Countdown! ZACW 8

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
4.1 78 English GEOM 7, 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
7 Physics Revision GREO 7

Student will revise for the three externals as required: Demonstrate an Understanding of Stars an
Internal / External Wrap-up ROBM 6

This block is going to be used entirely for exam prep strategies, skills, and opportunities to co
Tuakana Teina Whakarongo continued MART 1, 2, 6

Young & Old Listen
Future energy MATP 4

How does New Zealand generate electricity, and what other types of energy do we use?
78English GEOM 7, 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
War Poetry RICP 4, 5

In this unit we’ll have a look at some classic war poetry.
4.1 Ceramics HOLR 4, 5

Students best suited for this course have taken the ceramics course in blue last block.
4.1 Level Two - Folio completion HOLR 7

Prerequisite for this course is to have attended 3.2
Geography Externals Revison KATA 6

We'll spend three weeks preparing for the geography externals which are on Friday 8th November at
Rockets, rovers, satellites, drones and probes. MATP 3, 4

It might be cool to send humans out into outer space, but the brutal truth is that it is a LOT ch
7MAT INOK 7

We will finish the work on Probability and then go on to doing as much revision as possible of Al
7MAT DERT 7

Exam Revision - Algebra and Calculus.
Where in the world shall we go? SARA 5

In 4.1 we will choose a culture to focus on.
Science projects MATP, KATA 3, 4

You have four weeks to select a topic and carry out an investigation into a real-world applicatio
The final countdown! FLOM 8

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Philosophy: Various Topics BRES 5, 6

For the three weeks prior to exams, this course will be student driven.
Invasion games STEH 5

These classes will be at Riccarton Park with Steve.
Yoga and Circo Arts SARM 5

During this class we will learn the basics of yoga and techniques of circo arts.
Level 3 Literacy LAUB 2, 3

A class designed to support students who need some extra literacy support.
4.1 Level Three - NCEA Folio completion HOLR 8

Prerequisite for this course is to have completed 3.1.
The Final Countdown! ZACW 8

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Probability and revision INOK 7

We will finish the Probability standard and do revision for the external exams.
Ko ngā Akonga Tēina MART 6

Learning to use te reo is the priority.
Geography Skills Revision KATA 6, 7

We focus on revision of the skills required for the geography exam in this block.
The Connections Project 4, 5

UPT Connections Project:
Level 2 PE :Biomechanics and Skill Learning EMMB 7

Movement analysis: looking at how functional anatomy, biomechanical, skill learning and sports ps
678 Social Studies PETB 6, 7, 8

The course will primarily focus on providing external exam preparation during Term Four.
Junior Production MART 4, 5

The JUNIOR PRODUCtiON has it's turn now. We are off to Arabia with "ALADDIN".

Junior English - Short Text Studies RICP 4, 5

We'll cover a bunch of awesome short stories in this course (reading them together, analysing the
Literacy Skills LAUB 3, 4

This a class with a focus on emergent literacy skills and strategies for reading.
External Preparation Level 2 Biology MATW 7

We will be preparing for the 3 externals in Biology.
Purple
LA Levels
External preparation for Level 1 Mathematics MATW 6

We will be preparing for the Statistics and Tables, Equations & Graphs externals.
TABLES, EQUATIONS and GRAPHS contd. LOUW 6

In this block we will be completing the topic on linear, quadratic and exponential graphs.
67 Social Studies PETB 6, 7

The course will primarily focus on providing external exam preparation during Term Four.
Exam Prep for L3 History RICM 8

In this unit we will conduct our external exam preparations with a focus on succinct and pertinen
Level 2 English - Writing Folio and Oral Presentations RICP 7

We'll use the remainder of this term to either 1) tidy up our writing folios or 2) do oral presen
Philosophy and Ethics pt2 BRES 4, 5

We will finish the massive topic known as Ethics.
The Final Countdown! ZACW 7

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Repent - the end is nigh! MATP 7, 8

Just a few weeks left.
Exam Revision BRAF 6

This course is exam revision for students sitting exams, and for those who have internals to fini
4.1 Getting Outside (GO) EMIM 4

Disclaimer: This is a cellphone and computer FREE course.
Philosophy of Space / Time BRES 7, 8

In this last block for 2014 we will explore the Philosophy of Space and Time.
Exam Prep for NCEA History RICM 6, 7, 8

In this unit we will conduct our external exam preparations with a focus on exam structures and s
geometry - pythagoras ALIS 5

This is the branch of maths that deals with lines, shape and space.
Inventors Unlimited JARG 3, 4

This series of workshops in term 4.1, running on Thursday morning each week, will supports studen
Teenage Kicks FRAM 6

This term we’ll be looking at unfamiliar texts.
Philosophy and the good life BRES 7, 8

To end the year we will take a relaxed look at how we can use philosophy and philosophical reason
Assessment and Exam Work NATW 8

This is for level three English students who need to tidy up any outstanding assessment, resubmis
Psychology in Context RICP 7, 8

**ANY STUDENT ENROLLED IN THE COURSE IN 4.1 IS EXPECTED TO HAVE A PROJECT THEY ARE WORKING ON, BA
Sociology Topics ALLH 8

At this stage of the year the course is open to study topics we choose as a group.
Practical Philosophy BRES 7, 8

Students will start the block by completing any outstanding NCEA assessment work.
Robotics for beginner's JARG 4

Learn to make and control a simple robot.
Motors and Machines JARG 3, 4

Explore how motors and engines work and try to get one going, use motors or engines to make somet
Basic Electronics and Design JARG 6, 7

During this course we'll learn about designing with electronics.
Level One English - Formal Writing and Speaking RICP 6

This term, we'll finish off our remaining internals for the year: writing and speaking formally.
8 Physics Revision and Internal Catch ups GREO 8

Student will revise for the three externals as required: 3.3: Demonstrate and Understanding of Wa
Statistical reports INOK 8

"Evaluating Statistical Reports" looks at trying to find the truth behind what we read.
Maths DERT 7

Finish off Co-ordinate geometry
Final Wrap Up SARM 6, 7, 8

All students that have been part of our 678 programme are welcomed back to have 3 weeks of enjoym
Exam Prep for L3 History RICM 8

In this unit we will conduct our external exam preparations with a focus on succinct and pertinen
Sociology ALLH 8

Globalisation - crime and terrorism
Softball STEH 4, 5

It's on again! Sign up for Steve's most popular PE class!
Digital Technology DERT 6, 7, 8

This class aim's to be flexible to meet the varied needs of students.
Health exams REBF 7, 8

During the next four weeks we will be solely focussed on the upcoming external/s, which are:
Level One English/Media - Term Four RICP 6

This term you'll finish off the making of your short film, and we'll also devote some time for re
It's the final countdown (8CHEM) FLOM 8

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Ender's Game - Novel Study RICP 4, 5

In this unit, we’ll study the novel Ender’s Game, by Orson Scott Card.
Dance Exam Study SARB 6, 7, 8

During this block we will be studying towards level 1 and 3 exams.
Exam Prep for NCEA History RICM 6, 7

In this unit we will conduct our external exam preparations with a focus on exam structures and s
Unfamiliar text level 2 JOB 7

Learn to appreciate and explain the ideas, style and language features in a range of unfamiliar t
Relationships and Graphs GREO 6

We'll finish off our work on Tables, Relationships and Graphs.

We'll look at:
The final countdown! FLOM 7, 8

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
SIMULATIONS LOUW 7

A simulation is a way to model random events, so that the simulated outcomes closely match real-w
4.1 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
6Num INOK 5

Work through a range of tasks which allow you to show you can do various everyday maths procedure
Assessment Support JOB 7, 8

Students will be supported in completing a range of internal assessments ranging from looking at

4.1 Visual Art NCEA folio completion HOLR 6, 7, 8

This class is now extended to senior students wanting additional support with an art project, thi
4.1 Visual Arts Level 1 HOLR 6

Pre requisite of this course is to have completed 3.2.
Probability LOUW 7

This topic is really useful for anyone intending to do level 3 Statistics.
45SOC SARB 4, 5

During this class you will be learning the ins and outs about the agricultural industry.
In Data We Trust ZACW 4

This unit is all about collecting and tabulating data from (fair, reliable) experiments we've des
Dance Exam Study SARM 6, 7, 8

During this block we will be studying towards level 1, 2 and 3 exams.
Sensation and Perception ALLH 8

Approaches to the study of sensation and perception will be studies.
Composition and performance MATD 5

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

ADVANCED MUSIC 2 - (NCEA LEVEL 3) MATD 8

Do music for NCEA credits!
Lets Get Active Overlap EMMB 6

Here you complete a variety of activities, all chosen by the students for example paintball, croq
4.1 Literacy and Extension English GEOM 3, 4, 5, 6

This course focuses on students who want to improve their literacy skills.
Probability Distributions. DERT 8

Probability distributions and exam revisions.
YEARBOOK READY!!!!!! MART 6, 7, 8

Think of events to write about or articles our community would enjoy reading, then write them for
4/5 MAT LOUW 4, 5

ARE YOU MOTIVATED AND LIKE WORKING INDEPENDENTLY???
Orange
LA Levels
Drawing, drawing, drawing HOLR 4, 5

Drawing is the basis of all art making and you can use almost anything to do it.
Exam Prep for NCEA History RICM 6, 7

In this unit we will conduct our external exam preparations with a focus on exam structures and s
Level two folio and more HOLR 7

For those wanting to attempt level three art next year this is a good place to start.
Things that weren't allowed to be taught at school PETB 4, 5

The things that we are taught at school reflect the values and beliefs of society at the time.
Volleyball SARM 5

During this class we will be playing volleyball - our main focus will be biomechanics as well as

Level 2/3 Media Studies - Finishing a Film RICP 7, 8

At this stage, students should have completed designs and scripts for a film they wish to create,
Exploring the Dance Elements SARB 6

This block we will be working towards achievement standard 1.4.
Careers: personalised support to prepare for 2019 KIRM 6, 7, 8

From part time jobs to study plans, this class is designed to provide you with personalised suppo
L3 Biology Revision MIRD 8

Get ready for exams - learn how to summarise your knowledge, read exam questions and then answer

Food budgeting KAYH 4

This course will combine Financial Literacy and food.
12 Hours of Film MART 6

As there is only 8 classes of 4.1 left, it equals 12 hours of class time.
Careers: personalised support to prepare for 2019 KIRM 6, 7, 8

From part time jobs to study plans, this class is designed to provide you with personalised suppo
Level 1 Math DERT 6

Students can finish any math internal assessments that they need to.
“Gift of Obedience” - Junior Production MART 5, 8

We are off to ...... Frell to meet 'Ella'
Kohknowco Lab 4.1 RENM 4, 5

Formerly UPT Digital. Web, app, and games development. Tech innovation.
NZ Film GEOM 6, 7

A study of film: can we classify New Zealand film as a distinct genre?
External Prep: Prejudice, Short Stories ROBM 6

This term is focusing on honing those reading, writing, and analysis skills required for external
level one HOLR 6

Orange level one
Yearbook MART 6, 7

Who would like to be involved in the FIRST Yearbook for Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery 2014!?!?
Team-Work Skills ROBM 4

In preparation for 4.2 programs, we will be running 3 week long English activities all requiring

Design and Visual Communication JARG 6, 7

This is the final 3 weeks of this year long course, and the focus is on completing assessment wor
Music MATD 7
Philosophy: Extraordinary claims BRES 3, 4

"Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence" - Carl Sagan (1994). What does this mean?
Student choice: Philosophy of Mind OR Practical Philosophy BRES 7, 8

The class decides the topic, either Philosophy of mind or Practical Philosophy
34ENG Script Writing KAYH 3, 4

This is a short 4 week course where we will turn a known story into a script.
Final review of our deeper biological understanding BREB 8

A final opportunity to bring everything we have learned together and look at the full biological

Chemistry in action MATP 5, 6

Technological applications of chemistry...
Calculus DERT 8

Term 4 is all about studying for exams.

DJ practice BRES 5

Independent DJ practice.
Exam Prep/Review NATW 7

A chance to finish up internal assessment and prepare for exams.
EfS Initiatives Exam Preparation KATA 6, 7

Level 1 students can complete their sustainability film plans by the end of this block and Level

Social Responsibility and Influences on Participation in Physical Activity SARA 7, 8

Level 2: Social Responsibility
Level Two Media Studies - Term Four RICP 7

In the few weeks remaining, you'll finish editing your film, you'll reshoot things in a panic, an
Entering the Biopysical Part of Physical Education EMMB 6

This covers basic anatomy, biomechanics and exercise physiology.
Exam Prep for NCEA History RICM 6, 7

In this unit we will conduct our external exam preparations with a focus on exam structures and s
Law Topics ALLH 8

At this stage of the year we can study topics we choose as a group. There is no NCEA.
Are you ready for the science externals? FLOM 6

The last term has arrived and it is now time to prepare for the external exams.
45 Hospitality BLAS 4, 5

We will continue our work with the four food groups and this time we will focus on the Fruit and

Completing Media paperwork MART 6

If you have work that needs completing choose this course.
Senior Biology - External Revision MATW 7, 8

TBA
Perfect Packaging KATA 3, 4

In this English class, you will design and create a package to market a food product.

4.1 Extension English GEOM 6

This course is for students who want to extend their literacy and/or English skills.
Steven Spielberg Films NATW 4, 5

In this class we will complete a visual image project (started in term three) and study a selecti
5ENG - Extension English RICP 5

This course is designed for those students already operating at or above the 'typical' Y10 studen
Exploring different styles of dance SARF 3, 4, 5

This block we will be learning a range of different dance styles to get out of our comfort zone a
BE The Change - Education for Sustainability 7, 8

Values, world views, behaviours, sustainability - everything you need to prepare for your level 2
The SDL music project: term 4 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 end is nigh.... MATP 7

4 weeks until finals - time to wrap up loose ends, have a go at one more internal and get some ex
Examining Examinations STEM 7, 8

This block is your final chance to finish off your work towards your writing portfolio.
The nature of science FLOM 4, 5

Through this unit we will look at how exactly we know what we know.
Celebration of Learning RICM 3, 4

In this course students will work to share their learning from the year.
Evaluate statistical reports INOK 8

We will aim to study for the external exam Evaluate statistical reports.(AS91584, 4 credits) In
4.1 Drawing anime manga and more HOLR 4, 5

Yes this is the drawing course you have been waiting for all year.
Ao Tawhiti Creative Agency RENM 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

BizCola™ Presents - The Ao Tawhiti Creative Agency!

Summarising and combining our deeper biological understanding. BREB 7

A final opportunity to bring everything we have learned together and look at the full biological

4.1 Foundation Printmaking HOLR 4, 5

Prerequisite for this course is to have attended 3.1.
The Final Countdown! ZACW 7

The last term has arrived and with it the external exams are now knocking on our door.
Digestion Internal and External preparation MATW 6, 7

We will prepare for the Level 1 Mammals as Consumers external as well as finish the Level 2 inter
Other
LA Levels
Business Studies and Enterprise GEOM 6, 7, 8

Business Studies is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers a
NCEA 78 English GEOM 6, 7, 8

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Cafe Economics GEOM 6

This course is mainly project based and aims to develop students into independent thinkers and le
Becoming a Writer GEOM 6

This course is for students who want to work towards improving their literacy and/or English skil
Photography MICV 7, 8

Level 2 and 3 Photography.