Year 12 Dean's Report
Kia ora, talofa lava and hello. Well the time has come and NCEA exams are here! Some students will be excited about the challenges, many nervous, some anxious.
At this time of year it is really important to inspire resilience and encourage our young people to always give their best and of course never give up.
Exams are sat here at school but staff running the examinations are external personnel contracted by the Ministry of Education. Conditions are strict and to ensure things go smoothly I ask of you; caregivers, to remind your children of the following…
All students must be at the examinations at least 10mins early to ensure they are prepared and so that they can be seated ready for the start time.
Students are to bring their MOE card and student number details
Students must have the correct equipment, this is subject dependant and students should know what they need. (students can NOT use any other pen colour other than blue or black! And they will not be able to have equipment in a pencil case, it must be clear e.g. snaplock bag)
Examinations are TEST conditions - students are NOT to ask questions about the content in the examination.
NO food is allowed therefore it is recommended that students eat prior
It is also recommended that students go to the toilet prior
Students MUST be in full, correct school uniform at ALL times when at school for exams or if they are on school premises to complete any remaining internal credits.
Students are not allowed on school premises unless here for exams or any other school related engagement.
All students have been provided with an exam timetable. If, for whatever reason, they do not have it please download from the NZQA website… http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/assets/qualifications-and-standards/qualifications/ncea/exams-and-portfolios/exam-timetable-2017.pdf
PREFECT APPLICANTS
Congratulations to …
Christine Arrabis, Connor Chalmers-Grey, Aimie Clark, Guy Cooper, Q’yana Curry, Rylu Dequita, Skyla Edmonds, Natalie Goundar, Connor Harding, Shawnee Hilton, Siaosi Kei, Feiloai Leuea, Maryanne Matagi, Kimberley McKee, Aimee Musson-Polwart, O’Shea Newton, Brandon Pope, Alexis Ropiha, Kravyn Tozer, George Wharerau
For putting themselves out there and applying for prefect opportunities.
All students were interviewed Tuesday 24th of October. The interview panel is gathering further feedback from staff and students before making final decisions. See the communication timeline below...
Friday 3 November
Candidates are informed of results.
Monday 6 November
2018 prefects announced at senior prizegiving.
Tuesday 12 December
2018 prefects presented with ties and badges at junior prizegiving.
I would like to acknowledge the hard work and initiative of the 2017 Prefects. Next year’s team will have big boots to fill. Being a prefect is a real privilege and honour. I am sure the 2018 students will do the Hornby Community proud.
There will be other leadership opportunities outside of the prefect team opening next year. These include…
House Captains
Sports Captains
Sports Coaching
Academic Mentoring
Star Mentoring
Gate Duty
Camp leaders
... and much more. If your son/daughter is interested make sure they keep ears to the ground and keep an eye on the notices.
Once the madness of exams are over I hope that you all enjoy rest and your summer ahead. Have an amazing Christmas and New Year with Family and loved ones, we will see you all January 2018.
For any enquiries please email me pr@hornby.school.nz
As most of our communication is now done digitally if you have a change in e-mail address please inform us.
Warm wishes,
Honor Petrie
Year 12 Dean
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