Havelock NortH INtermedIate ScHool

Making good students

l resilient l engaged l accountablel courteous l Honest

courtesy l We are respectful in the way we speak to and treat others

l We respect other people’s property

resilience l We show strength of character to get over disappointments

l We learn from our mistakes and keep trying

l We accept honest feedback given by others

accountability l We take ownership for our actions

l We have self control and can check our emotions or tempers

l We do what needs to be done

l We follow through with our commitments

l We treat ourselves and others with respect

l We show that we are prepared and organised

engagement l We do our best every time

l We give everything a go

l We are open to new learning experiences

l We take risks with our learning

l We are on task and respectful of others’ right to learn

Honesty l We are truthful

l We follow the rules

l We respect others and their property

l We are fair in our dealings with others

School Pride

School valuesOur school values will be modelled in classrooms during assemblies and on

many other school occasions. Each week we focus on a different value.

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REACH

Havelock North Intermediate is a student centred learning environment which prides itself on successfully challenging students through excellent academic, cultural, sporting and social opportunities.

EngagementOur students are highly regarded. At Havelock North Intermediate every student has the opportunity to pursue their interests across a broad range of opportunities. As a core value of HNI, engagement is developed through our Syndicate / House structure and through our school “Colours /Golds” programme.

A range of strategies support students as self motivated and independent learners.

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High Expectations / Proven Success

Teachers choose high-interest, meaningful activities to support learning programmes.

ExcellenceOur students achieve highly across a range of core curricular activities.

In addition to our existing numeracy extension programme, reading extension classes of both year levels and a CWSA afternoon programme highlight the school’s commitment to further extending our very capable learners.

Extra-curricular excellence is fostered through wearable / edible arts, dance theatre, prepared speeches, debating, sports, choirs, orchestra and symphonic band.

ero: “ Students at Havelock North Intermediate are well engaged and focussed on learning. They are appropriately challenged across a broad range of curriculum areas and have opportunities to excel in academic, cultural, technological .............. sporting pursuits”

rising to the challenge

Engaged / Challenged / Supported

Year 7 Year 8

Literacy

Maths

Science

Technology

Inquiry

PE

extension Numeracy Year 7 & 8

Reading and Writing Literacy Year 7 & 8

Children with Special Abilities

Prepared Speech

Debating

Science Year 7 & Year 8

Support Individual Education Programmes

Individual Behaviour Programmes

Special Education Needs Co-ordinator

Resource Teacher learning and Behaviour

Supplementary Learning Support

Group Special Education

Syndicate/House Structure

Student

curriculumStudents at HNI achieve highly in National and International tests. There is a school culture of high expectation and success which challenges our students. The recent

addition of a weekly G.A.T.E (Gifted and Talented Education) programme offers further opportunity for academic extension across a wider range of academic areas.

Creative / Artistic / Talented

culture• Music • Production • Choir

• Kapa Haka • Orchestra

• Symphonic Band • Impromania

• Jazz Band • Rock Band

• String Quartet

• Music Theory

• Wearable-Edible Arts

cultural exchange Havelock North Intermediate has a long standing annual home and away exchange with Masterton Intermediate. The cultural exchange occurs in term 4 involving choirs, orchestra, symphonic band and Kapa Haka. Students compete keenly to be part of these events.

There are wonderful opportunities for student growth and development through this participation. Friendships made on these exchanges often last for years. The traditional last night concert showcases both schools’ performance groups and culminates in a massed combined performance.

This is a memorable experience for all concerned.

Sporting Opportunities / Champions

SportSummer• House and School Swimming Sports• HNI Athletic Sports• Inter-Intermediate Athletic Sports • HB Swimming Championships• Softball• Cricket• Indoor Netball• Touch Rugby• Rugby 7’s• Basketball• Volleyball• Triathlon• Orienteering• Equestrian

HNI offers a wide range of sporting opportunities to our students. There is something for everyone.

Our students are encouraged to engage through either our lunchtime sport programme or after school/weekend activities. Students at HNI compete very capably and have high levels of participation.

Involvement in sports teams is an excellent opportunity to develop and demonstrate our school values.

Winter• NZ Aims Tournament • HB Super 6 Tournament • Cunningham Cup annual rugby fixture • Masterton Sports Exchange • NZ Schools Ski Competition• Gymnastics• Netball• Rugby• Basketball• Football• Badminton• Hockey

• Table Tennis• Golf

Competition / Recognition

Sports exchange Our annual sports exchange with Masterton Intermediate occurs in term 2. There is significant competition for students to gain selection for this exchange. Those travelling are required to participate in a range of activities over the three days.

Students experience the joy of wearing “school colours” and either hosting or being billeted by a Masterton Intermediate student.

This experience remains with students for many years. There are significant social and sporting benefits to be gained through this experience.

Identity / Friendship / Competition

House Structure

Swimming Athletics

Masterchef Challenge Mathletics

Line DancingLunchtime Sports

TriathlonCross Country

Technology Challenge

Our positive school tone is developed through strong inter-house competition

House Structure

Swimming Athletics

Masterchef Challenge Mathletics

Line DancingLunchtime Sports

TriathlonCross Country

Technology Challenge

Identity / Friendship / Competition

Our positive school tone is developed through strong inter-house competition

Innovation / Excellence

technologyIn Technology students will be designing and making products using the Technology process. Students are encouraged to achieve quality solutions and to present all work to the best of their ability.

We encourage innovation and excellence in the development of their solutions. Students will experience five different areas within Technology and will develop a range of new skills in working with different materials.

materials technology

electronics & control

Engaged / Quality

Food technology

visual art & design

Film & media technology

Senior Management visiting all contributing schools ensures that student transition to Intermediate is a positive experience.

Special Needs students are identified and have transition programmes individually developed.

key elements in transitioning our students include: l Communication with families.

l Effective data sharing with our contributing schools.

l Senior Management visits to year 6 classes.

l On site induction visits by year 6 students to H.N.I.

l Testing prior to arrival to ensure we know our students from week 1.

l Individual Education Plans for high needs students.

Student Induction

95% of families in year 7 considered their children were settled and happy within the first four weeks of the school year.

96% of families indicated their year 7 students were positive about their learning after four weeks of school.

We place significant importance on inducting new students into HNI. We want happy confident students from week 1. This leads to high student engagement, enjoyment and successful learning.

Friendly / Respectful / Supportive

Gold awards Our Gold awards are highly valued. Students wear these with pride and are respected by fellow students. When four golds and two stars are earned, a student can apply for an honours badge interview with the Principal. Some exceptional students can apply for a project called ‘Beyond Honours’ to receive an honours bar.

Special education Needs co-ordinator HNI has a strong commitment to student support. We achieve this within classrooms, within specialist subjects and in the playground. Our school SENCO oversees the support programmes and our support staff. We are proud of the high level of support we offer.

What makes us special

High Expectations / Proven Success

leadership opportunities l House leaders l cultural leadersl Sports leaders l team captains l librarians

leadership

Courteous / Polite / Intelligent Young People

Numerous opportunities exist for developing strong student leaders through our House structure, sport, the student forum and across the wider school life. HNI seeks opportunities to promote students into leadership roles ensuring all new students have strong leadership role models.

Fun / Creativity

Havelock NortH INtermedIate ScHool

Havelock North Intermediate School Nimon Street, Havelock North

Phone: 877 8039 Email: admin@hni.school.nzWebsite: www.hni.school.nz