We hope that your son has enjoyed a successful first week of the new term and has quickly settled into school routines.

Our annual Anzac Service is undoubtedly one of the most important events in our school calendar.  The occasion was indeed fitting for the memory of our Old Boys and other New Zealanders who have served in the armed forces, in particular those who gave their lives in war.  It was a solemn occasion and the Tū Whakaaute |Respect shown by all of our young men was exemplary and commented upon by the members of the official party, a group that included numerous Old Boys, returned and current servicemen.  All young men should be proud of their contributions towards the service.

Well done to all competitors in the annual Cross Country.  This event is not compulsory and it was fantastic to see some 600 young men put their hands up to compete.

You will have received notification of some upcoming events that will cause disruption to our usual schedule.

Parent-Teacher Interviews

Thursday, 13 May – Students will be dismissed for the day at 1.20pm. Parent Teacher Interviews from 2.30pm – 7.30pm.

Monday, 17 May – Students will be provided with online learning activities as a further step in our preparations for remote learning should another lockdown occur. Parent Teacher Interviews from 9.00am – 3.15pm.

Wednesday, 19 May - Students will be dismissed for the day at 1.20pm. Parent Teacher Interviews from 2.30pm – 6.15pm.

If your son requires supervision at school during any of the times outlined above, please email the main school office with his name and form class (admin@pnbhs.school.nz).

We strongly encourage all parents to make appointments to meet their son’s teachers to discuss his progress to date and next steps in his learning. If you are having difficulty making bookings for these interviews please contact Mrs. Abbey Etchells, our Academic Administrator (etchellsa@pnbhs.school.nz or 3545176 ext. 706).

Young men are encouraged to attend these interviews along with their parents. A reminder that, as with any school occasion, your son is expected to attend in full and correct school uniform.

Information about booking Parent-Teacher Interview appointments can be found further on in this publication.

Teacher Only Day

Thursday, 20 May - This is a region-wide Teacher Only day to assist with preparations for changes to NCEA assessment that are being implemented over the coming years. PNBHS is closed for instruction on this day.

Should you have any questions regarding the Parent-Teacher Interview or Teacher Only Day arrangements please contact the staff in the main office (354 5176) who will be able to assist you.