Step into the exciting new learning experiences on offer at Hastings Girls’ High School - Ngā Rau Huia O Ākina. Our goal is to challenge and inspire students and give them the freedom to be creative in their learning as they develop values, skills and knowledge in a context relevant to their identity, strengths and interests. Whether experimenting with science, trying a new language, or creating in our drama, technology or art rooms, their learning will allow them to become more curious, confident and connected, enabling them to flourish in their chosen pathway.
Important Dates 2024
Wednesday 31 January
8.30am - 10.00am Pōwhiri with Year 9, Year 13, new students, and Student Leaders - will be directed to starting location on arrival. Whānau welcome.
Year 9, new Year 10 students and Student Leaders stay for the remainder of the day.
Thursday 1 February
8.30am - 3.00pm Year 9 and Year 10 only - Year 9 start with Ākina and Year 10 report to the hall on arrival.
Exploring the Great Outdoors A & B and Pathway to the Podium Hubs on overnight Noho
Friday 2 February
8.30am - 3.00pm Year 9 and Year 10 only - start the day with Ākina.
Monday 5 February
8.30am - 3.00pm Year 9 and Year 10 only - normal timetable
Tuesday 6 February
Waitangi Day
Wednesday 7 February
8.30am - 3.00pm Year 9 and Year 10 only - normal timetable
Te Whai, Tautua Pasifika, Te Ao Haka and The Studio Hubs on overnight Noho
Thursday 8 February
8.30am - 3.00pm Year 11, Year 12 and Year 13 only - report to the hall on arrival.
Expression Through Visual Arts, Enterprising for Impact, Being An Innovation Designer and Engineering Your Future Hubs overnight Noho.
Friday 9 February
8.30am - 3.00pm Year 11, Yer 12 and Year 13 only - normal timetable
Monday 12 February
All student at school - normal timetable
Term Dates 2024
Term One
Wednesday 31 January - Friday 12 April
Term Two
Monday 29 April - Friday 5 July
Term Three
Monday 22 July - Friday 27 September
Term Four
Monday 14 October - Friday 13 December
Daily Timetable
Monday | |
Block 1 | 8.30am - 9.45am |
Block 2 | 9.45am - 11.00am |
Interval | 11.00am - 11.20am |
Block 3 | 11.20am - 12.35pm |
School Assembly | 12.35pm - 1.00pm |
Lunch | 1.00pm - 1.45pm |
Block 4 | 1.45pm - 3.00pm |
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Block 1 | 8.30am - 9.45am |
Block 2 | 9.45am - 11.00am |
Interval | 11.00am - 11.20am |
Block 3 | 11.20am - 12.35pm |
Ākina | 12.35pm - 1.00pm |
Lunch | 1.00pm - 1.45pm |
Block 4 | 1.45pm - 3.00pm |
| |
Block 1 | 8.30am - 9.45am |
Block 2 | 9.45am - 11.00am |
Interval | 11.00am - 11.20am |
Block 3 | 11.20am - 12.35pm |
House Assembly | 12.35pm - 1.00pm |
Lunch | 1.00pm - 1.45pm |
Block 4 | 1.45pm - 3.00pm |
| |
Block 1 | 8.30am - 9.45am |
Block 2 | 9.45am - 11.00am |
Interval | 11.00am - 11.20am |
Block 3 | 11.20am - 12.35pm |
Ākina | 12.35pm - 1.00pm |
Lunch | 1.00pm - 1.45pm |
Block 5 | 1.45pm - 3.00pm |
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Block 1 | 8.30am - 9.30am |
Block 2 | 9.30am - 10.30am |
Interval | 10.30am - 11.00am |
Block 3 | 11.00am - 12.00pm |
Block 4 | 12.00pm - 1.00pm |
Lunch | 1.00pm - 2.00pm |
Block 5 | 2.00pm - 3.00pm |
Note: Monday is School Assembly, Tuesday and Thursday are Ākina and Wednesday is House Assembly. |
School Uniform
The school requires students to wear the correct uniform at all times, including while traveling to and from school and attending any school commitments on or off school campus, e.g. sports tours, cultural and educational excursions.
We do not have a PE uniform; any appropriate clothing suitable for physical activity may be worn.
The uniform is only available at the school Uniform Shop, Unit 2, 304 Eastbourne Street West, Hastings, or online at hghs.uniformgroup.co.nz.
Year 9, Year 10 and Year 11 Uniform
Tartan Skirt
Short Sleeve Blouse
Long Sleeve Blouse
Jersey
Cardigan
Blazer
Jacket Softshell
Navy Lavalava
Navy Trousers
Navy Shorts
Navy Opaque Stockings
Black Socks with Red Trim
Scarf
Black leather lace-up shoes
Year 12 Uniform
Skirt changes to:
- Plain Navy Skirt
Year 13 Uniform
Shirt changes to:
- Year 13 Short Sleeve Blouse
- Year 13 Long Sleeve Blouse
Lunches in School
We provide lunch to all students as part of the MOE healthy school lunches programme.
Our Chef and her team work hard to provide a healthy and nutritious lunch each day for our students and as such, although students can pack a lunch of their own choice, parents are not permitted to drop lunches to school, and students are not permitted to have food delivered to school.
Communication
Pānui
Our main form of communication is via Pānui. Each Sunday during term time, pānui are published on the school website.
Emails
Teachers and Ākina Coaches will send emails to communicate with home. Please ensure that we have your correct contact details.
Notices
Notices are published on KAMAR each day. Notices are used to communicate to groups of students, e.g. Lunch time practice for sport or cultural events. Students are encouraged to check the daily notices during Ākina time each day.
Reception
When visiting the school please report to the Student Centre to sign in.
Stationery
Year 9
Stationery is provided as a gift from 2023's Year 13s.
Year 10
10 x 1B5 books
2 x 1E4 books
Pens
Pencils
Scientific Calculator
Glue Stick
Ruler
Year 11, Year 12 and Year 13
Every student should have the following in a pencil case:
Blue pen
Red pen
2B pencil
Gluestick
Ruler
Eraser
Pencil sharpener
Highlighter
Coloured pencils
Senior subject specific stationery
Science
Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
Science |
| Biology
Chemistry
Physics
| Biology
Chemistry
Physics
|
LEVEL 3
Senior Mathematics
LEVEL 1
Maths
Scientific calculator
2x 1E5 exercise books
LEVEL 2
Statistics
CASIO graphics calculator recommended (can be purchased from the main office).
Alternatively scientific calculator
2 x 1E5 exercise books
Calculus
CASIO graphics calculator recommended (can be purchased from the main office)
2 x 1E5 exercise books
LEVEL 3
Statistics
CASIO graphics calculator recommended (can be purchased from the main office) Alternatively scientific calculator
2 x 1E5 exercise books
Calculus
CASIO graphics calculator recommended (can be purchased from the main office)
2 x 1E5 exercise books.
Senior Te Reo Māori
LEVEL 1
2B8 Exercise Book
14B8 Refill
Clearfile (20 sheets)
LEVEL 2
2B8 Exercise Book
14B8 Refill
Clearfile (20 sheets)
LEVEL 3
2B8 Exercise Book
14B8 Refill
Clearfile (20 sheets)
Senior Samoan Language
LEVEL 1
2B8 Exercise Book
14B8 Refill
Clearfile (20 sheets)
LEVEL 2
2B8 Exercise Book
14B8 Refill
Clearfile (20 sheets)
LEVEL 3
2B8 Exercise Book
14B8 Refill
Clearfile (20 sheets)
Senior English
LEVEL 1
1B5 Exercise book
Blue or black pens
Pencil
Glue stick
Ruler
Highlighters
LEVEL 2
1B5 Exercise book
Blue or black pens
Pencil
Glue stick
Ruler
Highlighters
LEVEL 3
1B5 Exercise book
Blue or black pens
Pencil
Glue stick
Ruler
Highlighters
Senior English Language
(ELLI and ELLA)
LEVEL 1, 2 & 3
1B5 exercise book
Clearfile
Senior Social Science
LEVEL 1
History
1B5 Book
Geography
1B5 Book
Coloured pencils
Glue stick
Commerce
Scrapbook
1B5 book
LEVEL 2
History
1B5 Book
Geography
2B8 Hardcover book
Coloured pencils
Glue stick
Commerce
1B5 Books
LEVEL 3
History
1B5 Book
Geography
2B8 Hardcover book
Coloured pencils
Glue stick
Commerce
1B5 Book
Psychology
1B5 Book
Senior Physical Education and Health
LEVEL 1
Physical Education
Pens
LEVEL 2
Physical Education
Pens
Health
1B5
glue stick
Highlighter
Outdoor Pursuits
2 x 2B pencils
Visual Arts
Art packs can be purchased at the Student Centre. Information will be sent to parents/guardians.
LEVEL 1
Photography
NIL
Painting
Art pack ($50): A3 carry case, pencils - 4B & 6B, eraser, pencil sharpener, pens - blue & black, pencil/tool pouch, etching tool, etching perspex 0.5mm, woodcut tool - 6 chisels, customwood 3mm, drawing & painting paper and paints
LEVEL 2
Photography
NIL
Design
NIL
Painting
Art pack ($50): A3 carry case, A3 visual diary, pencils - 4B & 6B, eraser, pencil sharpener, pens - blue & black, pencil/brush pouch, round brushes - 0, 2, 6, flat brushes - ¼, ½, ¾, acrylic paint - 10 colours
Printing
Art pack ($50): A3 carry case, A3 visual diary, pencils - 4B & 6B, eraser, pencil sharpener, pens - blue & black, pencil/tool pouch, etching tool, etching perspex 0.5mm, woodcut tool - 6 chisels, customwood 3mm
3PHO: NIL
LEVEL 3
Design
NIL
Painting
Art pack ($50): A3 carry case, A3 visual diary, pencils - 4B & 6B, eraser, pencil sharpener, pens - blue & black, pencil/brush pouch, round brushes - 0, 2, 6, flat brushes - ¼, ½, ¾, acrylic paint - 10 colours
Printing
Art pack ($50): A3 carry case, A3 visual diary, pencils - 4B & 6B, eraser, pencil sharpener, pens - blue & black, pencil/tool pouch, etching tool, etching perspex 0.5mm, woodcut tool - 6 chisels, customwood 3mm
Senior Technology
LEVEL 1, 2 & 3
DVC
Basic kit $14.00
There will also be an optional extension pack available for purchase through the school
Multi Tech
Unlined scrapbook/activity book
Food Tech
A4 clearfile
Digital Technology
A4 clearfile might be useful
Senior Performing Arts
LEVEL 1, 2 & 3
1 x SA4 if possible (one side ruled, one side blank)
1 x Clearfile (20 sheets)
Buses
Many of our students travel to school each day by bus. If you are unsure which route is the best one for your daughter, please contact Rob Orr, our school Bus Controller, or@hastingsgirls.com.
Bus Routes and Eligibility
Copies of bus routes can be collected from the Student Centre Office.
Please direct all questions around routes and eligibility to the Bus Controller, Rob Orr, or@hastingsgirls.com.
Tickets
- Tickets can be purchased from the drivers; we do however sell some tickets from the Student Centre Office.
Safety
Cars are not permitted to park in the bus bay between 8am and 4pm.
School Rules
Hastings Girls’ High School - Ngā Rau Huia O Ākina Bylaws as adopted by the Board of Trustees
This Bylaw codifies the rules and regulations applicable to students enrolled at Hastings Girls’ High School - Ngā Rau Huia O Ākina. This Bylaw replaces all previous rules and regulations applicable to students enrolled at Hastings Girls’ High School.
KAWA O TE KURA
Attendance
“Arriving on time ready to learn”
90+% attendance for all students.
If you are going to be away make sure whānau informs the school.
Late to school, you must sign in at the Student Centre.
All attendance is monitored by the school.
Great attendance is a habit. Start yours now.
Health and Safety
“Looking after each other and the school”
Treat others the way you would like to be treated.
Have respect for property both yours and the school.
You are responsible for anything you bring to school.
Lunches
“Eating together as a school whānau”
Take only your share.
All rubbish in the bins.
Please be kind – Thank you.
Try it, you may like it!
Trust that we are giving you the best we can.
Personal Property
“This is your individual responsibility”
Clearly name your property.
School is not responsible for any of your property
Uniform
“Wearing your uniform with pride”
Correct uniform is required at all times.
Piercings – one nostril piercing and ears.
One item of cultural significance can be worn.
Hair must be tied up when required for health and safety.
Tumuaki makes final decision around what is acceptable and unacceptable.
CELLPHONE FREE BETWEEN 8 AND 3
Fees
In 2020 Hastings Girls’ High School - Ngā Rau Huia O Ākina opted in to the Donations Scheme, which means parents, caregivers, and whānau never have to make a donation to school if they choose not to. We will not charge students for enrolment or attendance, or for the delivery of curriculum.
If a student is involved in extra-curricular activities (sports, cultural, performing arts, other) there will be costs associated with this (fees, uniform, transport). It is expected that payment is made in full or an Automatic payment has been setup, in communication with our Finance Manager finance@hastingsgirls.com.
We may ask for a donation for an overnight camp – and then you can choose if you want to pay none, some or all of the donation. If you choose not to make a donation, students cannot be stopped from attending a camp if it is part of the school’s core learning programme (curriculum).
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
Technology has a vital role in teaching and learning, and in our daily lives. We encourage our students to use technology effectively and responsibly.
In keeping with our Health, Safety, and Welfare policy, we maintain comprehensive cybersafety policies and procedures to guide our use of the internet and ICT devices and equipment. These include digital technology agreements, including a BYOD agreement if a personal digital device is brought to school for learning.
Students in Years 9-13 may bring their own digital device to use at school to enhance their learning, provided that the following conditions are met:
The student and their parent/caregiver must read and sign the BYOD agreement before a device is brought to school. This outlines the expectations and responsibilities of each party.
The device is suitable for the purpose. It needs to be wifi capable, have a screen size no less than 7", and come to school fully charged.
Parents record the serial number of the device, and are responsible for its insurance, servicing, repairs, etc.
Parents are also responsible for ensuring that the device has an antivirus program installed (this is not necessary for Chromebooks), and for checking and updating any apps installed on the device.
If a student breaches the BYOD agreement, they may lose the privilege of bringing their own device to school, and the school's behaviour management strategies, responding to digital incidents, and/or surrender and retention of digital devices guidelines may be invoked, as appropriate.