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Striving for Excellence Through High Expectations | Me takakawe i ngā tūmanako ki te tihi o te matauranga - 1

Table of Contents Welcome Page 2

About Us Page 3

Our Staff Pages 4-5

The Buller High School Way Page 6

The Buller High School Values | The 4 Rs Page 7

What we offer Page 8

Subjects at a glance Page 9

Opportunities | Sport 0

Opportunities | Art amp Culture Page 11

A Culture of Excellence Page 12

Tikanga at Buller High School Page 13

Pastoral Care Page 14

Student Support Page 15

Communication Pages 16-17

Attendance Page 18

Important Dates Page 19

Transport Page 19

Uniform Page 20

New Uniform Items Page 21

Personal Property Page 22

Detentions Page 22

Financial Information Page 23

Health and Safety Page 24


Welcome Dear Parents Caregivers and Students

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Buller High School This is a fine school with a proud heritage of providing quality education in the Buller District since 1899

I look forward to working with students teachers and parentscaregivers to ensure that all students are given the best possible learning opportunities that we can provide and that students are supported ldquoto be the best that they can berdquo

How do we do this

bull We have a strong house-based pastoral system that provides a safe encouraging and supportive environment for our students We encourage regular contact between home and school

bull We provide a wide-ranging curriculum that enables our students to achieve their goals and provide pathways and careers advice that helps them decide what those goals are We set high expectations for our students and our staff work with students to assist them to achieve these expectations

bull We offer a broad range of extra-curricular activities that allow students to extend themselves in Sports Culture the Arts and Outdoor Education

We as a school look forward to working with the students of the Buller to ensure that they achieve their goals and leave school with their heads held high a credit to their school their family and their community

The Schoolrsquos mission statement is to prepare all students to be ldquoReady for the challenges of tomorrowrdquo We look forward to making this a reality for all students at Buller High School

Again welcome to our school Andrew Basher Principal Tēnā koutou katoa

The Board of Trustees warmly welcomes you on your journey through Buller High School

At Buller High we strive to recognise and celebrate the potential and individuality of all our students Our goal is always for them to do the best they can What success looks like will vary from student to student Whether it is representing New Zealand in a particular area which a number of our students have done or a more modest but equally valuable achievement all success is valued

But the number one goal is always to equip our students with the skills they will need in their adult lives That includes but is not limited to gaining the highest educational qualification they are able to achieve

Critical to studentsrsquo success is their wellbeing which we articulate through the ldquoBuller High Wayrdquo and the ldquoFour Rsrdquo of relationships respect responsibility and resilience Pastoral care is an area we work hard on to support our students at such an important and not always easy time in their lives

Studentsrsquo success comes from a partnership between the student the school and their families We encourage feedback from our students and families both formally and informally throughout the year to help us to provide the best possible experience for our students while they are with us Once again welcome to Buller High School we look forward to working together

Best wishes Eamon Ginley Chairperson


About Us About Us Buller High School is a modern co-educational multi-course

Year 9-13 Secondary School serving the town of Westport and

surrounding areas

First established as a District High School in Lyndhurst Street in

1899 the School moved to the present site in 1922 and

continues to provide quality education by developing and

maintaining a wide range of academic vocational

recreational sporting and cultural courses to meet the

changing needs of its community

The roll in 2018 will be approximately 330 with an average

Year 9 intake of about 80 pupils drawn from the four local

contributing Primary Schools (Granity School St Canices

School Westport North School and Westport South School)

Buller High School provides a safe and secure environment for

the general education of pupils in Years 9 to 13 following

National Curriculum Guidelines

Pupils are encouraged to value knowledge to develop

independent learning skills and good study habits to improve

skills of judgment decision-making and communication and

to take pride in high personal achievement They are

encouraged to develop respect for others to improve self-

esteem self-discipline and tolerance and to co-operate with

others in the interest of learning They are also encouraged to

participate in a wide variety of sporting and cultural pursuits

to develop individual skills and talents to the fullest potential

The School recognises its unique role in the community and

continues to encourage staff pupils parents and the local

community to become involved in achieving these goals

Education is the passport to the future for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today

Malcolm X


Our Staff Senior Staff

Mr A J Basher - JP BSc BSocSc Dip Tchg Principal

Mr B Forsyth - Dip Tchg Adv Tr Cert NZ Dip Spec Subj Deputy Principal

Ms K Wells - BSc Business Education (Summa Cum Laude) Assistant Principal

Mrs C J Batt - NZ Dip Bus Executive Officer

Student Services

Mrs A Duncan - BA Dip Tchg Guidance Coordinator

Mrs A Basher ndash BTchg PGrad Dip Ed

Heads of Departments - 2017

Dr M Caplen ndash PhD BSc (Hon) MSc Mathematics

Ms J Christie-Cumming - BPhEd (Distinction) Dip Tchg Humanities

Mr R Collins ndash Adv Tr Cert NZ Dip Spec Subj Technology Design and Visual Communication

Mrs M Comeskey - BSc MSc Dip Tchg Pathways and Futures

Mr R Curnow - BA Dip Ed Admin English (on leave)

Ms E Curnow - BEd English (acting)

Mr S Dorey - BSc Dip Tchg Science

Ms J Eakin ndash BA Grad Dip Tchg Technology Food amp Textiles

Mr G Haussmann - BA Performing Arts Dip Tchg Performing Arts

Ms S Hollis - Dip Tchg Technology Food amp Textiles

Mr S Jar - BEd Dip Tchg Health amp Physical Education

Ms J Sherpa ndash BA Māori Dip Tchg Cert OE amp ES Te Reo Māori

Ms A Szybowski - BFA Dip Tchg Visual Arts

Teaching Staff

Mr F Anderson ndash BPhEd MTchg Ln Physical EducationHealth

Ms S Anderson - BA Dip Tchg English

Miss M Basher ndash BHITHSc DipSciTech GDip Tchg Ln (Sec) Mathematics

Mr A Bonisch ndash BSc Geography Grad Dip Tchg Humanities

Mr C Collins ndash BEd PhD Dip Tchg Mathematics

Mr P Crawley BSC LTCL (Piano Performance) ORS Teacher

Ms L Griffin - BSc Dip Tchg Science

Rev R Halsall - ONZM JP LTCL FIRMT Music

Mr J Hollis - NZCE NZ Dip Spec Subj Mathematics

Mrs E Jar - BSc (Hons) Dip Tchg Science

Mr D Lindblom - BSc MEd Sec Admin English

Ms C Middleton - Post Graduate ORS Teacher

Ms R Miller - BPE amp Health Dip Tchg Health amp Physical Education

Mr N Neumann ndash Dip Ba Dip Music Humanities

Ms J Pottinger - BSc (Hons) Dip Tchg Science

Mr M Ratnam - BEd Technology Hard Materials

Mrs R Vaega ndash BFa Dig Tchg Visual Arts

Mrs J Wilkes - BBIM Dip Bus Dip Tchg Business StudiesComputing


Our Staff Support Staff

Mrs G Brett Receptionist

Mrs R Caplen Teacher Aide

Mrs D Coleman Teacher Aide

Mrs A Cargill Sport Fit Coordinator

Mrs N Cunneen Receptionist

Mr T Dalley Groundsman

Mrs K Dobson Library Manager

Mr R Fairbrass Technician (Hard Materials)

Mrs S Hackett-Van Der Krogt Teacher Aide

Ms D Hillier Gateway Coordinator

Mrs S Hogarth Technician (Science)

Ms K McGrath Teacher Aide

Ms C McLeman Teacher Aide

Mrs M Murphy Teacher Aide

Mr H Murray Network manager

Ms C Phillips Teacher Aide

Mrs D Sawyers Accounts Clerk

Ms M Simonson Teacher Aide

Mr J Smith Alternative Education Coordinator

Mrs D Straker Student Services

Mr C Townsend District Attendance Officer


The Buller High School Way Buller High School is a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) School PB4L is made up of practices and organisational systems that help schools to develop a positive social culture It is an evidence-based framework that schools adopt that looks at behaviour and learning for all students To enhance the current behaviour management systems Buller Highrsquos school-wide behaviour management plan is to continue supporting the learning and engagement of all students by providing clear and consistent expectations for behaviour

At Buller High School we o Recognise learning as the most important thing we do

o Make good choices about learning and behaviour

o Strive for continual improvement to be the best we can be

o Are honest thoughtful co-operative tolerant and well-mannered towards all people including visitors

o Respect the rights of others to learn without interruption

o Keep our school clean safe and attractive

Self-Managing Behaviour Students who ldquomanagerdquo or ldquotake ownership ofrdquo their own behaviour are more likely to be self-directed learners

The Buller High School Classroom

Relationships | Whanaungatanga Respect | Manaakitanga

bull Working cooperatively bull Listening attentively

bull Maintaining positive attitudes bull Being considerate of personal space

bull Getting advice when needed bull Waiting for your turn to speak

bull Tolerating and accepting differences

bull Sharing teacher time

Responsibility | Kawenga

Resilience | Manahau

bull Bringing all your equipment bull Being confident strong and caring

bull Being prepared to learn bull Avoiding distractions

bull Being punctual bull Making good decisions


The Buller High School Values | The 4 Rs

Relationships | Whanaungatanga

with friends with your community

with boysgirls with your family

with your teachers

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi engari he toa takitini My prowess is not single-handed

rather it represents the efforts of many

Respect | Manaakitanga

for your environment for your teachers

for your family for yourself

for your friends

Aroha ki te tangata Show love to all people

Responsibility |Kawenga

for your behaviour for your environment

for your learning for your property

ldquoKo te amorangi ki mua ko te hapai o ki murirdquo The leader goes ahead while the supporters follow


for ability to bounce back showing strength

building confidence adapting to change

working well under stress

ldquoMā te huruhuru te manu ka rererdquo With the feathers of knowledge the bird will fly


What we offer Years 9 amp 10 bull To consolidate the core subjects ndash English Mathematics

Science Social Studies Health and Physical Education

bull To give all Year 9 students a lsquotastersquo of the range of other curriculum courses that Buller High School provides

bull To allow Year 10 students to explore at more depth a range of optional subjects

Years 11 ndash 15 bull To consolidate literacy numeracy and science skills for year

11 students

bull To offer as wide a range of subjects as possible

bull To prepare students for NCEA Levels 1 ndash 3

bull To equip students for tertiary education and the workplace

All pupils are working towards obtaining the National Certificate of Educational Achievement at Level 1 2 or 3 A mix of internal and external assessment is used depending on the subjects each pupil chooses

Special Assistance Some pupils require extra assistance with the basics Others need extension work to keep them fully engaged in their learning Buller High School identifies needs and provides programmes to cater for them For those with special needs teachers develop individual programmes and in some cases provide individual tuition especially in Reading

Homework Pupils are expected to do some work at home to reinforce and extend their learning For junior pupils homework can be an extension of class work a time to finish exercises begun in class a time for project or assignment work or to learn work covered during school hours It is important that juniors have a regular time and place for homework in order to develop good study habits early in their secondary school career The School provides Homework Diaries and these should be used by pupils to record details of homework set Senior pupils should be devoting much of their homework time to revision and study as well as for assignments and completion of exercises begun in class Seniors should ensure that they begin their revision programmes early in the year as regular organised study is necessary for examination preparation

It is expected that pupils in Year 9 and 10 will spend from 1-1frac12 hours per day on homework Pupils in Year 11 to 13 should spend from 2-3 hours per day on homework It must be emphasised that these times are guides only and parentscaregivers should contact the School if too much homework or a lack of it becomes a problem

Progress Reports Reports are issued at regular intervals throughout the year to allow parentscaregivers to check on the progress of their children In 2017 the School trialled a new system where reports were completed each term It is hoped that this more regular feedback will provide a timely and accurate picture of student achievement

One of our lsquotastersrsquo


Subjects at a glance Note These are the subjects that ran in 2017 Courses for 2018 will be based on student demand and selection and have yet to be confirmed

YEAR 9 YEAR 10 LEVEL 1 (Year 11) LEVEL 2 (Year 12) LEVEL 3 (Year 13)

English English EN101 English EN201 English EN301 English

EP202 Trades English

Mathematics Mathematics MA101 Mathematics MA201 Mathematics MC301 Maths with Calculus

MA102 Mathematics

Alternative

MA202 Mathematics Alternative MS301 Statistics amp Modelling

Science Science PS101 Physical Sciences PH201 Physics PH301 Physics

Environmental Studies BS101 Biological Sciences BI201 Biology BI301 Biology

HT101 Horticulture CH201 Chemistry CH301 Chemistry

Social Studies Social Studies GE101 Geography GE201 Geography GE301 Geography

HI101 History HI201 History HI301 History

Māori ordmMāori MR123 Māori (Combined Levels 1 ndash 3)

ordmInformation Management CP101 Computing CP201 Computing CP301 Computing

Business Studies Business Studies BS101 Business Studies BS201 Business Studies BS301 Business Studies

PW201 Pathways PW301 Pathways

PP123 Personalised Programme PP123 Personalised Programme

Design and Visual

Communication ordmDesign and Visual

Communication

GR101 Design and Visual Communication



ordmWorkshop Technology WS101 Workshop Technology WS201 Workshop Technology WS301 Workshop Technology

WM201 Workshop Technology - Metal

Technology Food and

Fabric ordmTechnology Food and Fabric

HS101 Hospitality HS201 Hospitality HS301 Hospitality

Visual Arts ordmVisual Arts VA101 Visual Arts VA201 Visual Arts VA301 Visual Arts

PD201 Photography Design PD301 Photography Design

Performing Arts ordmPerforming Arts PA101 Performing Arts PA201 Performing Arts PA301 Performing Arts

MU123 Music (combined Level 1 ndash 3 class)

Physical Education Physical Education PE101 Physical Education PE201 Physical Education PE301 Physical Education

Health ordmHealth HL101 Health HL201 Health HL 301 Health

Trades Academy (Automotive Early Learning Hospitality Agriculture Outdoor Education)

Other courses available on request via Distance Learning and Correspondence

SUBJECTS THAT ARE SHADED = compulsory subjects

= Year 9 Options These are compulsory and rotate every 9 weeks ordm = Year 10 Options


Opportunities | Sport Buller High School has a very strong tradition in a wide range of sports especially Basketball Hockey Netball Rugby Soccer Swimming and Rowing Many other sports are also catered for Regular inter-school fixtures are held on a home-and-away basis In 2017 the School took part in two major exchanges with Kaiapoi and Motueka High Schools There are a variety of activities available at lunch times including mini-competitions in individual and team sports and coachingumpiring sessions Sports equipment will also be issued at lunch times for group and individual activities

Exchanges The School has two major sports exchanges that sit along our regular fixtures with other local West Coast schools It is an opportunity to host students from other schools and in turn be hosted when travelling away Over the years many friendships have grown through both staff and students with our exchange schools The exchanges are a highlight of the school sporting and cultural calendar

Tournament Week Tournament week during Term 3 will often see Buller High School field up to eight teams travelling to various parts of the country This is a fantastic opportunity to compete against other schools build friendships and team spirit The School has a long tradition of competing to a high level at these tournaments Teams selected will have regular practice sessions and matches in the lead-up With the building of the Solid Energy Sports Complex we are now seeing local sports bodies hosting national tournaments during this week

House Sports Inter-House competitions in Athletics Swimming lunchtime sports and Cross Country are highlights of the school year The House Shield is awarded annually to the House that gains the most House points during the year Participation at these events allows the House spirit to develop House sports and the House Shield have a long tradition here at Buller High School


Opportunities | Arts amp Culture Buller High School also has a strong tradition in Performing Arts Visual Arts Music and Kapa Haka Our goal is that throughout their school years our pupils will have opportunities to showcase their visual dramatic musical artistic and cultural skills in school and the wider community

Visual Arts As a subject Visual Arts is one of the most popular within the School This is no surprise given the excellent achievement results that have been achieved over a number of years Examples of student artwork can be found all over the School and feature on the diary cover each year

In recent times senior art portfolio work has been displayed in the local galleries The Visual Arts Department incorporates photography of schoolwide happenings into the curriculum and also into the School Yearbook

Performing Arts and Music Anyone who has seen either a variety concert or school show will know what talent there is within our community However to make this talent shine needs dedicated and skilled staff Our Head of Performing Arts oversees these huge undertakings each year to ensure that these showcase events provide entertainment in a polished and professional way Our students excel in Trinity music exams alongside their teachers under the excellent tutelage of Mrs Rona Halsall each year

The School also provides many opportunities for our musicians from classical violinists through to pianists and rock bands Buller High School has a proud tradition of producing talented vocalists musicians and bands In 2017 two bands and two soloists competed at the West Coast Regionals of Rockquest

Bollywood The School Bollywood group was formed in mid-2015 and provides students with an opportunity to learn about another culture and form of dance The group has been very successful winning a number of awards including the Trustpower Supreme Award National Trustpower Award and runner-up High School Bollywood Dance Competition The group has now been extended to include members from the community and local primary schools


A Culture of Excellence The School gives recognition to its students for achievements in a wide range of activities These achievements are recognised by

Principalrsquos Awards A Principalrsquos Award is given for exceptional performance or achievement at an outstanding level in a subject sport or community service When a student is to be awarded with a Principalrsquos Award

bull They will receive the Award at a full school assembly by the Principal

bull Parents will be contacted in time so that they can attend the assembly

bull The student will be mentioned in the next newsletter along with the reason for the Award

bull The Award will be recorded in the studentrsquos pastoral record and a hard copy of the Award will be placed onto the studentrsquos file

bull The Principalrsquos Award will earn House points towards the House Shield

Merit Certificates Students receive Merit Awards by teachers as a positive reward for exhibiting some positive behaviour worthy of reward This can be behaviour in or out of the classroom

Once a student receives 10 Merit Awards they

bull Hand them into the Office These get recorded as they arrive

bull Receive a Merit Certificate from the Dean of the studentrsquos House

bull The Certificate will be recorded in the studentrsquos pastoral record and a hard copy of the Certificate will be placed onto the studentrsquos file

bull The Merit Certificate will earn House points towards the House Shield

Prizegiving There is a senior and junior prizegiving which is an annual school and community highlight held each year to celebrate the many successes and achievements of our students over the year Awards include

Academic Awards Sporting and Cultural Awards Special Awards

Work and Progress Academic Leadership Excellence Performance Special Academic Awards

First Place (in class or level) Sports Championships Special Trophies Māori Achievement and Leadership

Contribution and Leadership Community Contribution


Tikanga at Buller High School

At Buller High School we see te ro Māori and learning ideas around tikanga and te reo Māori important for our students school and whānau (parentswider community) Tikanga is about principles values and spirituality which are integral parts of our schoolrsquos ethos and strategic plan Tikanga is also lsquoas much a comment on process as it is on fixed attitudes or knowledgersquo (Mason Durie) Māori beliefs values and concepts are inherited practised and passed from generation to generation This is clearly demonstrated at tangihanga (the mourning process before burial) Values also include the importance of Te Reo (language) Whenua (land) and in particular Whānau (family and extended family group)

Pōwhiri All new students in Year 9 and new staff to Buller High School will be welcomed with a Pōwhiri at the beginning of the year A Pōwhiri may also take place at an important gathering or special occasion Pōwhiri includes protocol involved in welcoming and caring for visitors The key elements to a Pōwhiri include

bull Karanga (the calling)

bull Haka Pōwhiri (action dance)

bull Whaikorero (formal speeches)

bull Koha (the gift)

bull Hongi (pressing of noses)

bull HakariKai (feast or spread of food) During the Year 9 orientation Year 9 students will learn more about the Pōwhiri protocol they will experience at the beginning of the year

Kapa Haka The Buller High School Kapa Haka group has been successful taking out virtually every section of the West Coast regional finals in 2013 and again in 2014 Several of the Kapa Haka members are involved in a West Coast group formed in 2016

ldquoMa te huruhuru te manu ka rererdquo

With the feathers of knowledge the bird will fly


Pastoral Care

The School has an extensive Guidance Network to provide support and guidance to all pupils The Guidance Network is based on a House System that seeks to provide a turangawaewae or place to stand with confidence for all pupils throughout their time at school Each House Group has a House Teacher who is responsible for the overall guidance and pastoral care of pupils in that House Group At the head of each House is a Dean who assists the House Teachers with the pastoral care of their groups

House System The House System is designed to support pupils with a wide variety of matters such as relationships with teachers or other pupils careers advice subject selection and help them focus on their studies The four Houses also provide the basic structure for school sports and other competitive activities Each House elects two House Captains (boy and girl) to lead the House in these activities under the guidance of the Dean of House Parentscaregivers requiring appointments with any staff member should contact through the School Office

House Teachers and Deans Pupils seeking individual support or guidance should talk with their House Teacher or their House Dean At the beginning and throughout the year House Teachers and Deans will provide pupils with individual lsquoacademicrsquo guidance eg subject choice NZQA levelcredit goals Parentscaregivers are encouraged to make contact with the House Teacher or Dean should they want assistanceadvice about their child The School also has a Māori Dean who supports students across all houses and classes

Head of Student Services


Student Support The Principal is always available to discuss matters with parentscaregivers

School Council and

BOT Student Representative

Representatives from each House Group plus the Head

Boy and Head Girl meet regularly to discuss any

matters that pupils wish to bring up for discussion

Matters concerning the pupil body and suggestions for

improvements are included Each representative reports

back to their group and matters are discussed

CareersPathways Team

The CareersPathways Team

is available to any pupil or parentcaregiver for

assistance with goal-setting subject choices pathways to

careers and careers information The

CareersPathways Team also liaises with vocational

agencies and co-ordinates their visits to the School

DeputyAssistant Principal

Parentscaregivers can

contact the Deputy Principal (Mr Forsyth Yr 11-14+) or Assistant Principal (Ms Wells Yr 9-10)

about their childrsquos progress or welfare at school by

contacting them directly by phone email or leaving a

message at the Office


The Head of Student Services is available to any pupil or

parentcaregiver for help and consultation on personal

matters and school matters The Head of Student Services also refers students or parents

to other agencies or professionals

Prefects including Head Boy

and Head Girl

Prefects are senior pupils appointed to assist staff on

duty maintain a high standard of behaviour and provide leadership in pupil

activities such as the School Council and as leaders in

their Houses They are selected on the basis of their

leadership potential academic and sporting

aptitude

STUDENT

SUPPORT

Peer Support

Peer Support enables senior pupils normally Yr 12 or 13

pupils to assist Yr 9 pupils in making the transition to High

School Peer Support involves giving and receiving trust gaining a greater self-

awareness building resilience providing

information and improving the self-esteem of both the

leaders and younger pupils through mutual interaction


Communication Contacting the School by Phone

The School provides an excellent answering service It allows parentscaregivers to ring at any time to leave a

message or obtain information Please phone the School and take advantage of options such as recording a

student absentee contacting a teacher or advising of other information relating to your child The answer

service also allows parentscaregivers the option of listening to our community notices This is an up-to-date

message that summarises the events and activities at our school each week Please take advantage of the service

by phoning 789 7299 and making a selection from the options menu

School Newsletters

Keeping in touch with our parentscaregivers is a high priority for our school We have developed a three-weekly

newsletter which provides our community with up-to-date information and includes a wide range of topics such

as sporting and cultural activities school events such as swimming and athletics days curriculum information

staffing contacts and changes student achievement and the School calendar Our newsletter is posted home or

emailed every three weeks throughout the school year The Schoolrsquos preferred method of delivery is via email so

please ensure you keep the school informed if your email address changes at any time

Acknowledgement and celebration of student achievement is featured throughout the year in many ways and to

ensure that the wider community is kept informed the School commissions the local newspaper to run a feature

page twice during the year

School Links

School Links allows the School to connect and

communicate via email or text with parents and

caregivers about upcoming events or other key

dates It also allows the School to inform parents

in times of an emergency

Website

The School website (bulleracnz) has been redeveloped

and is a very useful source of information about our

school The newsletters are stored on this site as well

We would invite you to take time and have a look at our

site This is our window to the community Buller High

School achieves in a range of areas and we want to share

this with us

If you have any suggestions for improvements please

contact the School


Communication

Facebook | facebookcombullerhighschool

The School facebook page provides updates on

upcoming events as well as activities that the School

has been involved in

As we enter this brave new world we are using this

and many other ways to communicate what we do

when we do it and how well we are doing The

facebook page is also one way that we can inform you

of upcoming events

Parent Teacher Calendar App

The Parent Teacher Calendar App is available to anyone and

provides access to the school calendar newsletters notices and

absences It is a useful way of keeping informed of school events

and viewing the newsletter

BULLERTtin

The purpose of the student newspaper is to inform the

community about what has happened in the school over

the past term The first issue was published in Term 1 of

this year The local newspaper supported this venture and

acted as technical support for the students however it

was the students who were the driving force behind this

new venture


Attendance Under the Education Act which governs schools all children in New Zealand under the age of 16 years must attend school whenever it is open unless unable to do so because of sickness or accident danger of infection sudden and serious illness of a parent or severe stress of weather The Principal may approve an absence for a period not exceeding five days if satisfied that there is sufficient reason for that absence and that the programme to be followed is equivalent to the learning opportunities offered at school If it is known that a pupil will be away for an extended period of time (up to five days as noted above) parentscaregivers should contact the School and seek formal permission from the Principal Permission may be granted to leave the school grounds for a special purpose (Dentist Doctor etc) provided that we have received a note from the parentcaregiver seeking such permission and clearly stating the reason for the request Such requests will be considered carefully by the House Teacher and if approved the note will be countersigned for presentation at the School Office Pupils must go to the Office to get an Exeat Pass and sign out before leaving the school grounds After any absence from Buller High School a note from the parentcaregiver to the House Teacher is required stating clearly the date(s) of and reason for that absence This note is required on the day the pupil returns to school Where class activities outside the classroom are required by the curriculum pupils who are unable to take part must attend school where an in-school programme will be provided Pupils who live in town may not go home for lunch (unless the parentcaregiver has requested such permission) and must remain in the school grounds at all times If permission to go home for lunch is granted this will be noted and kept on file for duty staff Bus pupils must remain in the school grounds at all times

Absence Notification The School now operates a process that will notify parents via text message if a student is absent The parent will be notified via text at approximately 11am at the latest if their child is absent from house time and period one When parents enrol students and throughout the students school life it is important that up-to-date mobile numbers are provided

Lateness The School has a process for dealing with lateness and persistent lateness Students who are late to school are expected to sign in at the School Office Attendance Officer All of the local schools share an Attendance Officer This person supports the schools in returning students who are out of school without a legitimate reason In our school the Deputy Principal Mr Forsyth is the contact person for the Attendance Officer We know that by improving attendance better achievement will follow


Important Dates Term Dates 2018

Please Note Wednesday 24 January COURSE CONFIRMATION DAY all seniors required to attend Tuesday 30 January Year 9 students plus prefects and peer support leaders are required to attend Wednesday 31 January Year 9 and peer support leaders Thursday 1 February WHOLE SCHOOL

Other Holidays Waitangi Day Tuesday 6 February Good Friday Friday 30 March Easter Monday Monday 2 April Easter Tuesday Tuesday 3 April Anzac Day Wednesday 25 April Queenrsquos Birthday Monday 4 June Labour Day Monday 22 October

School Hours Morning 840am ndash 1220pm Afternoon 105pm ndash 310pm

Each day has five 1 hour periods On Mondays a period is used for assembly and extended pastoral activities In Term 1 all Year 9 students are involved in activities run by the Peer Support Team

Transport Buses

Buller High School is currently running the following bus routes

Cars and Motorcycles

Pupils may bring a car or motorcycle to school with the prior permission of

the Deputy Principal which will be granted with written permission from

their parentcaregiver Forms are available from the School Office

CyclesScootersSkateboards

Cycle and scooter stands are provided off Derby Street and should be used

for all cycles and scooters It is strongly recommended that all cycles are

locked The law requires that cycle helmets must be worn at all times when riding

Term 1 Tuesday 30 January to Friday 13 April Term 2 Monday 30 April to Friday 6 July Term 3 Monday 23 July to Friday 28 September Term 4 Monday 15 October to Thursday 13 December

Charleston

Carters Beach

Cape Foulwind

Nine Mile

Seddonville

Granity (via Utopia and Garveys Road)

Waimangaroa (via Fairdown Straight)


Uniform At Buller High School we expect our students to wear the school uniform with pride The Board of Trustees

Principal and Staff appreciate the co-operation and assistance of parents in maintaining a high standard of dress

at school which helps to raise self-esteem and generate a sense of pride in our pupils The uniform and

guidelines for wearing it are strictly adhered to and breaches of these are treated seriously

The school uniform must be worn correctly at all times

This includes times when a pupil is attending school

travelling to and from school representing the School

on official trips and other functions

bull Any variation to the uniform for an individual pupil

whether emergency or long-term must have the

approval of the Deputy Principal (seniors) or

Assistant Principal (juniors)

bull Note Temporary exemptions in an emergency will

usually be granted by the DeputyAssistant

Principal (on behalf of the Principal) on request

from a parentcaregiver providing that a note

requesting exemption clearly stating the reason

and the length of time requested is presented to

the House Teacher before classes begin for the

day

bull Because of the vast range available in stores

parentscaregivers should be extremely careful

when purchasing shoes The Code for shoes is

designed to be as clear as possible without

specifying brand names but if in doubt

parentscaregivers should seek advice from the

School before purchasing

bull Additional non-uniform clothing worn for extra

warmth must not be visible

bull Kilts and skirts should be knee length or below

bull Jewellery is restricted to a watch and one pair of

small studs worn in the ears

bull Makeup must be discreet and in neutral tones

bull All items of clothing should be clearly named

Junior Uniform

Senior Uniform


New Uniform Items The new uniform items include

bull Soft Shell Jacket (Top Left and Top Middle)

bull Navy Blue Jersey (Top Right)

bull Girlsrsquo Trousers (Bottom Left)

bull Girlsrsquo Shorts (Bottom Middle) Please note The Jersey and Jacket must have the Buller High School Crest


Personal Property Personal Property All pupils are responsible for their own personal property at all times We would suggest that all items of clothing and personal property are named All students will be allocated a locker on their arrival to school These lockers may be locked and all areas where lockers are situated are under video surveillance

Valuables Generally speaking valuables should not be brought to school However when this is unavoidable such items should be left in the School Office for safekeeping Items such as watches taken off for Physical Education should be left in a valuables bag held by the teacher The School cannot accept responsibility for any valuables lost or damaged if they have not been handed in for safekeeping All books pens etc and articles of clothing are to be clearly marked with the owners name

Mobile Phone Use If students opt to bring their phone to school and it is used inappropriately then it will be confiscated The phone will be held at the office until a parent or legal guardian collects it A parentguardian may opt not to pick up the phone in which case the phone will be kept until the end of term Students may use their mobile phones at lunch time and break only Any use within the class would be at the direction of the teacher for educational reasons and in line with school process We would ask that parentsguardians refrain from contacting students directly throughout a school day and instead continue to use the School Office as a point of contact This number remains 789 7299

Lost Property To help reduce the amount of personal property that goes missing each year it is essential that all possessions be clearly labelled with the owners name If an item does go missing the pupil should take the following steps a) search the area of the School where the item was last known to be b) check with the School Office in case the item has been handed in c) report the loss to the Office

Detentions As part of our behaviour management programme the School runs an after-school detention programme This is incorporated into the homework club so that they can be encouraged to use this time to catch up on work missed or even to get ahead This takes place on a Wednesday and a Friday Parents will be informed at least 24 hours before the detention is due to be completed Parents will be responsible for collecting children after detention Detentions are held

bull Wednesday 310 ndash 410pm

bull Friday 310 ndash 430pm


Financial Information School Course Contribution School Donation and Optional Activity Fees A request for course contribution and school donation is made once-a-year in the month of March

Request for Course Contribution The funding received by schools provides for basic curriculum delivery The contribution allows us to offer enhanced opportunities to support learning These contributions are outlined in the school course booklet for seniors and on junior stationery lists

Optional Voluntary Activities Participation in optional activities outside of the classroom such as Year 9 and Year 10 camps sporting academic or cultural trips and performances by visiting drama groups is voluntary Optional activities for the most part incur a charge Advance notice from the teacher in charge of the choice to participate in a trip or activity and the likely cost will be sent home via a letter All fees for optional voluntary activities must be paid prior to the activity taking place The only exception to the rule is when a prior arrangement has been made with the School

School Donation The Buller High School Board of Trustees requests a donation from all parentscaregivers The Board has kept the request as low as possible at $45 per student or $65 for families with two or more students at school The donation is for the additional non-curriculum services that are made available to all students to maintain quality resources and learning opportunities that are over and above Ministry of Education funding and required to meet our community expectations

Options for Payment We provide a number of options for payment and parentscaregivers are not required to pay their course contribution all at once When you receive your request for contribution you may elect to

bull Pay the full amount by cheque or cash at the Schoolrsquos Office

bull Pay the full amount by direct credit

bull Pay by instalment on a regular basis at the Office or by internet banking

Please Note Parentscaregivers can claim a donation tax credit of 33 at the end of the tax year for any donations and contributions made to schools and other qualifying groups Please refer to Inland Revenuersquos website wwwirdgovtnz or ring 0800 775 247 for further assistance (form IR526) Pupils experiencing difficulties meeting course uniform or exam expenses should approach the HOD Student Services Arrangements can be made with the Principal or the Executive Officer to pay fees by instalment


Health and Safety Medical Conditions If a pupil suffers from any medical condition this must be made known to the School at the time of enrolment or as soon as the condition develops Caregivers of children who may need prescribed medication while at school must provide the Board (via the School) with

bull a written consent for a non-medical staff member to hold responsibility for administering the medication

bull a clearly labelled supply of the medication Children sick or injured for lengthy periods will be provided with a homework programme where appropriate This will depend on the content of the course and the difficulties of continuing without the presence of a teacher Absence from school on medical grounds for more than three days will require a Medical Certificate from a Doctor

Emergency Procedures There are established procedures in place for both personal and physical emergencies at the School Instructions within the Buller High School Management of Emergencies and Crises Plan are designed to safely manage any emergency situation and evacuation of the school buildings Staff students and parentscaregivers of Year 9 students are briefed at the beginning of each year on the types of emergencies they may face and the procedures that need to be followed This is also followed up in the Schoolrsquos newsletter each year which goes to all Buller High School families and members of the wider community Fire and earthquake are the two most likely major physical emergency scenarios and drills are held four times each year to ensure these situations are managed efficiently

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A pupil who becomes unwell during the day should report to the School Office The Office Staff will contact parentscaregivers and make arrangements for the pupil to go home or receive medical attention


Welcome Dear Parents Caregivers and Students

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Buller High School This is a fine school with a proud heritage of providing quality education in the Buller District since 1899

I look forward to working with students teachers and parentscaregivers to ensure that all students are given the best possible learning opportunities that we can provide and that students are supported ldquoto be the best that they can berdquo

How do we do this

bull We have a strong house-based pastoral system that provides a safe encouraging and supportive environment for our students We encourage regular contact between home and school

bull We provide a wide-ranging curriculum that enables our students to achieve their goals and provide pathways and careers advice that helps them decide what those goals are We set high expectations for our students and our staff work with students to assist them to achieve these expectations

bull We offer a broad range of extra-curricular activities that allow students to extend themselves in Sports Culture the Arts and Outdoor Education

We as a school look forward to working with the students of the Buller to ensure that they achieve their goals and leave school with their heads held high a credit to their school their family and their community

The Schoolrsquos mission statement is to prepare all students to be ldquoReady for the challenges of tomorrowrdquo We look forward to making this a reality for all students at Buller High School

Again welcome to our school Andrew Basher Principal Tēnā koutou katoa

The Board of Trustees warmly welcomes you on your journey through Buller High School

At Buller High we strive to recognise and celebrate the potential and individuality of all our students Our goal is always for them to do the best they can What success looks like will vary from student to student Whether it is representing New Zealand in a particular area which a number of our students have done or a more modest but equally valuable achievement all success is valued

But the number one goal is always to equip our students with the skills they will need in their adult lives That includes but is not limited to gaining the highest educational qualification they are able to achieve

Critical to studentsrsquo success is their wellbeing which we articulate through the ldquoBuller High Wayrdquo and the ldquoFour Rsrdquo of relationships respect responsibility and resilience Pastoral care is an area we work hard on to support our students at such an important and not always easy time in their lives

Studentsrsquo success comes from a partnership between the student the school and their families We encourage feedback from our students and families both formally and informally throughout the year to help us to provide the best possible experience for our students while they are with us Once again welcome to Buller High School we look forward to working together

Best wishes Eamon Ginley Chairperson




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