Activities Week 2023

One of your tasks for the holiday break is to have a read of the 2023 activity week book. Information is attached below.

During the first week of term 4 you will be able to go to a meeting about the activity you wish to participate in.

It is essential that you go to the first meeting advertised as this is where you will be registered for that activity.

If you have any questions, you can ask Mr Franklyn once school has commenced for term 4.

Activities Details

Roodbeen Trophy Nominations & Top Sportsman and Sportswoman

Kia ora e te whanau, 

The end of the year is looming very quickly and prizegiving is around the corner. The Roodbeen Trophy is presented to the best all-round senior student who shows dedication and commitment to the general life of the school. The Top Sportsman and Sportswoman trophies are awarded to the students who have shown outstanding performances and contributions at school, local, provincial and/or national level. This award also takes into consideration students who have officiated/coached or managed at any level. Students are asked to nominate themselves to be considered for these awards. To nominate themselves, students are to complete the Microsoft Form that has been sent to their school email address. Staff can also nominate students. 

Could you please remind your child to do this by Friday 13th October?

Student Leadership Positions 2024

Application forms have been handed out to year 12 students yesterday. If you have missed out, please come to the office to collect one. 
We encourage everyone to have a thorough read of the form and consider applying.
Application forms MUST be completed and returned to the office by 9am Monday 9th October. Late applications will not be accepted.

Senior Prize Giving

Year 11,12 &13 Prize Giving will be held on 27th October commencing at 12.30pm. Please be seated by 12.20pm in the hall. 

Stratford District Council Holiday Programme

The Stratford District Council have organised some activities for the kids during the school holidays. Check out the details below for more information.

Holiday Programme Details

Shared kai tomorrow lunchtime

We are having a shared lunch tomorrow. Everyone is invited to join. Please bring something to share. Food can be left in B6 at the start of the day or bought to the front office at interval. See you all there.

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KAMAR is down.

We are currently experiencing issues with our KAMAR system at the moment. It is currently down and not working. We are hoping this will be up and running soon.

Reminder for all Year 11 & 12 students

SHS student applications for the 2024 Gateway Programme and Secondary Tertiary Pathways Trades courses at WITT close this Thursday 14th September.  

Links were emailed to all Yr 11 and 12 students and parents in August for the online forms that MUST be completed to be considered for either of these career focused opportunities.

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Give Tennis A Go Day – 10th September

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Mufti Day tomorrow for Year 9 & 10

A reminder to all year 9 & 10 students that there is a themed mufti day tomorrow. Come dressed in any Rugby World Cup team attire. Don’t forget your gold coin to support the I Am Hope Foundation.

Derived Grade Exams 2023

Exams start tomorrow morning for students in Year 11, 12 & 13.  Please be mindful of the students during exams in the foyer area.

School uniform is to be worn during the exams.

Mufti Day Friday 8th September

We have a themed mufti day on Friday for year 9 &10’s. Come dressed up in any Rugby World Cup team attire. Please bring a gold coin as we are supporting the I Am Hope Foundation.

Mufti Day tomorrow

A friendly reminder we have mufti day tomorrow. Please bring a gold coin to support Horses Helping Humans.

Mufti Day Friday

Hi all,

There will be a mufti day on Friday 1st September. We are raising funds for Horses Helping Humans. Please bring a gold coin to support this cause.

Reminder – Mid Term Break

Hi all,

A reminder we have our mid-term break on Monday 28th August. School will be closed but will resume as normal on Tuesday.

Health Notice – Scabies

Please be aware we have had a few cases of Scabies in our school community. If you are concerned at all, please make contact with your health practitioner.

For more information, please visit the Scabies | Ministry of Health NZ

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Derived Grade Exams 2023

All students involved in the exams that are due to start 6th September have been emailed the schedule and exam information. They will also be up on our website to view.

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No mufti day tomorrow

Hi all,

There have been some questions asking whether we are running a mufti day tomorrow. THERE IS NO MUFTI DAY TOMORROW. Students are to wear school uniform as usual.

Thanks 

Reminder – Mid Term Break

Kia Ora Students, Parents and Whanau

This is a friendly reminder that on Monday 28th August we have our mid-term break. You can all enjoy a nice long weekend.

School will resume as normal on Tuesday.

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Year 10,11 & 12 Final Course Selections

Course selections for 2024 have now closed online.  There will be an opportunity tomorrow, Wednesday 9th for students who have not yet selected their options. The Deans will be getting these students from their classes and assisting with their choices.
Period 1 Year 10
Period 2 Year 11
Period 3 Year 12

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Course Selection Reminder

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This is a reminder for all students currently in Year 10,11 and 12 to get your options in prior to 10am tomorrow morning.

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Attitude presentations tomorrow

Parent Teacher Interviews Thursday 27 July 1.30pm to 6.00pm

Kia ora all,

Below is the information regarding our parent teacher interviews on Thursday. School finishes at 12.30pm, the end of period 3. Students are able to go home at this stage but buses will run at the same time as usual, so students need to be back at school at 3.00pm to catch the bus.

Y9 – 13 Parent-Teacher Interviews

Thursday 27th July 1.30 – 6pm

Parents/ Caregivers of students (Y9-13) are invited to make appointments through www.schoolinterviews.co.nz using the code:

kegx4

Please refer to the list of teacher codes (below) to make an appointment with your child’s subject teachers. Your child’s timetable can be viewed on the KAMAR portal where you will also find the teacher codes. Bookings will close on Wednesday 26th July at 1pm.

Interviews will take place in the hall and this is an excellent opportunity to talk to teachers about your child’s potential option choices for next year. Parents of junior students will also be able to meet their child’s Semester 2 teachers.

Please contact reception on 765-6039 if you require any assistance.

Dr Michael Taylor

Deputy Principal (Curriculum)

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Course Selection Information Afternoon- Wednesday 26 July 1.00pm. Attention: Year 10, 11 & 12 students and whanau

Kia ora Students, Parents and Whanau,

Below is a reminder (from an earlier alert) of the details of our Course Selection afternoon tomorrow. 

Assembly starts at 1.00pm in the hall. We will be finished by 3.05pm.

Students currently in Year 10, 11 and 12 will shortly be beginning their course selection process for 2024. Here is the link to the 2024 Option Booklets which outlines which courses are available at NCEA Level 1, 2 and 3. I would encourage you to read the booklet carefully and begin discussing possible options at home.

On Wednesday 26th July there will be a course selection information afternoon which parents and whanau are welcome to attend. The afternoon will start at 1pm with an assembly in the hall, followed by an opportunity for students to visit various departments and get advice from teachers and Deans about the options available to them. School will finish at the normal time of 3.05pm. Buses will run as normal.

Options can be selected online as explained in the Options Booklet. The portal will be opened on Wednesday 26th July and choices need to be made by Monday 7th August. If you have any difficulty, please email mail@stratfordhigh.school.nz or phone reception. Students can also see their Dean in the first instance.

Dr Michael Taylor
Deputy Principal

Mid-year survey

Kia ora whanau,

Thank you to those parents who have filled in the mid-year survey. 

If you have not had a chance to do so, we would really appreciate your feedback. It will take approximately 5 minutes. Please click on the link below to complete.

Mid year survey link

Kind regards

Parent Teacher Interviews Thursday 27 July 1.30pm to 6.00pm

Y9 – 13 Parent-Teacher Interviews

Thursday 27th July 1.30 – 6pm

Parents/ Caregivers of students (Y9-13) are invited to make appointments through www.schoolinterviews.co.nz using the code:

kegx4

Please refer to the list of teacher codes (below) to make an appointment with your child’s subject teachers. Your child’s timetable can be viewed on the KAMAR portal where you will also find the teacher codes. Bookings will close on Wednesday 26th July at 1pm.

Interviews will take place in the hall and this is an excellent opportunity to talk to teachers about your child’s potential option choices for next year. Parents of junior students will also be able to meet their child’s Semester 2 teachers.

Please contact reception on 765-6039 if you require any assistance.

Dr Michael Taylor

Deputy Principal (Curriculum)

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Course Selection Information Afternoon- Wednesday 26 July 1.00pm. Attention: Year 10, 11 & 12 students and whanau

Kia ora Students, Parents and Whanau,

Students currently in Year 10, 11 and 12 will shortly be beginning their course selection process for 2024. Here is the link to the 2024 Option Booklets which outlines which courses are available at NCEA Level 1, 2 and 3. I would encourage you to read the booklet carefully and begin discussing possible options at home.

On Wednesday 26th July there will be a course selection information afternoon which parents and whanau are welcome to attend. The afternoon will start at 1pm with an assembly in the hall, followed by an opportunity for students to visit various departments and get advice from teachers and Deans about the options available to them. School will finish at the normal time of 3.05pm. Buses will run as normal.

Options can be selected online as explained in the Options Booklet. The portal will be opened on Wednesday 26th July and choices need to be made by Monday 7th August. If you have any difficulty, please email mail@stratfordhigh.school.nz or phone reception. Students can also see their Dean in the first instance.

Dr Michael Taylor
Deputy Principal

Mid-year survey

Kia ora whanau,

Thank you to those parents who have filled in the mid-year survey. 

If you have not had a chance to do so, we would really appreciate your feedback. It will take approximately 5 minutes. Please click on the link below to complete.

Mid year survey link

Kind regards

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