Senior College Handbook - St Andrew's College

Senior College Handbook2012

Senior College Handbook 2012Contents1. Introduction 22. Senior College Philosophy 23. Student Management 3(a) Pastoral Care 3(b) Affirmation of Good Attitudes and Behaviour 5(c) Boundaries, Expectations and Responsibilities 5(d) Disciplinary Procedures 114. Academic 13(a) Academic Recognition 13(b) Teaching and Learning Expectations 13(c) Senior College Terms 15(d) Academic Mentoring, Monitoring, Review 18and Recognition(e) Academic 30s 19(f) Homework 19(g) Learning 205. Sporting and Cultural Activities 226. Leadership 227. Student Facilities 248. Communication 279. St Andrew’s Senior College Diploma and Leavers’ Profile 2810. History 301

1. IntroductionI would like to extend a warm welcome to all newstudents and their parents and guardians, and to allthose returning to the Senior College this year.The Senior College is a unique entity within StAndrew’s College. It is a place of learning, makinglife-long friendships and socialising. Your SeniorCollege years are a time of growing awareness ofyour place in society and the world at large. You willbe presented with a wide range of experiences andopportunities. I hope you make the most of your timehere, avail yourself of all that is on offer and makewise and mature choices.2. Senior College PhilosophyAs a modern, independent co-educational schoolfor students from pre-school to Year 13, St Andrew’sCollege offers a learning environment thatencourages students to achieve their best. MiddleSchool (Years 9 - 11) and the Senior College (Years 12and 13) share the same values (Truth, Excellence andFaith), ethos, classrooms and teaching staff.The Senior College philosophy is to regard studentsas unique young adults who are developing socialresponsibility within a co-educational environmentand preparing for life after College. There isencouragement and emphasis placed on self.We expect students to be self-disciplined, selfmotivated,self-directed and to take responsibility fortheir own decisions, although there is always supportand guidance available.We recognise that students have moved fromdependence (Primary School years) to independence(Middle School years) to interdependence (SeniorCollege years). We focus on making students awarethat working with others and being sensitive to theiropinions and beliefs is an expectation of adulthood.Our broad curriculum develops students’ academic,sporting, cultural, spiritual, social and recreationalneeds and builds balanced, well-rounded individuals.All students are encouraged to achieve to theirhighest potential in all pursuits. Senior Collegeteachers encourage individual responsibility andleadership.They provide quality feedback to students, recognisetheir success and guide their progress. We expectstudents to behave in a mature manner and toadhere to the expectations of the Senior College.With the help of their tutors and Deans, students arepersonally accountable for their own academic andsocial progress.The Senior College has its own student centre, whichincludes a common room, cafe, lecture theatre,study areas, and lockers. Our students enjoy thisrecognition of their seniority. They are treated asyoung adults and given particular privileges andfreedoms. With these come boundaries andresponsibilites. Unhelpful or inappropriate decisionshave consequences.In the years that lie ahead I hope you recall your daysin the Senior College fondly, and your memoriesbring you solace and peace in both good and badtimes.Andrew TweedieHead of Senior College2

3. Student ManagementIn managing students’ needs and concerns atSt Andrew’s College, we affirm good attitudes andbehaviour, set clear boundaries and respond withconsequences when those boundaries are crossed.(a) Pastoral CarePastoral care is the integration of the academic,social and religious dimensions of the school, so thatan atmosphere of care prevails.Pastoral care seeks to respond to student needssuch as:• Self-esteem and self-discipline;• Career counselling and vocational awareness;• Religious meaning and spirituality;• Moral and personal development;• Developing social relationships and effectivecommunication;• Affirming and challenging a supportingenvironment;• Knowledge, skills and academic progress.The goals of the St Andrew’s pastoral care systemare to connect students to a key caring adult inthe College system, to foster a sense of wellbeingamongst students and to encourage students tomaximise their potential in the school environment.The Pastoral Care Committee meets weekly todiscuss individual student’s needs and to developpolicies to meet them. It is chaired by the Head ofthe Secondary School and includes the Chaplain,the Director of Boarding, the Heads of the MiddleSchool and Senior College, the College Counsellor,Head of Learning Support and the InternationalStudents Co-ordinator. The committee co-ordinatesthe wide network of people providing pastoral care,which includes Deans, Tutors, Boarding House staffand Learning Support staff. Each term, a widermeeting of Deans and Tutors is held to evaluate theeffectiveness of the care we offer.The Head of Senior College runs a parent orientationevening and all parents, guardians and studentsare encouraged to attend. Other whole of Collegeevenings are organised, and parents and caregiverswill be advised of relevant times.DeansThere are Deans for each year group in the SeniorCollege. They meet regularly with the Head of SeniorCollege and play an important part in the pastoralcare of students.The Deans are well informed and personallyinterested in you, and can assist with your academicconcerns. The Dean may arrange interviews withother members of staff, or refer you for careers orguidance counselling. The Head of Senior Collegeand Deans meet weekly with the Tutors.The Deans for 2012 are Mrs Jane Corbett (Year 13)and Mr John Quealy (Year 12).Tutor GroupsAt the beginning of the year, students will be placedin a mixed group of Year 12 and 13 students, someof whom may be new to St Andrew’s. For both yeargroups, students are allocated a tutor. The Head ofSenior College is responsible for the allocation ofstudents to tutor groups.Tutors, who have a responsibility for academicoverview and student wellbeing, will meet withtheir students every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,Thursday (for an extended time) and occasionally onFriday. While the Deans administer many aspectsof the year group organisation, they delegateresponsibilities to Tutors, who will be an importantsource of information and direction for students.Tutors keep a file on each student, containing theirtimetable and options programme, reports, anddetails on sporting and cultural activities.If a student has any difficulty in class, or if someaspect of behaviour is called into question, Tutorsshould be informed. Tutors will discuss a student’sgrades with them, write comments on reports,assist in ensuring all the requirements of the SeniorCollege Diploma are being met and help with thepreparation of their Leaver’s Profile.Parents are able to contact a student’s Tutor byemail, telephone or personal visit.3

Learning SupportMrs Lynda Collins is the Head of Learning Support,which is located upstairs in the Fine Arts Block. Theobjective of this department is to provide support andguidance in order to meet the learning needs of StAndrew’s College students.Staff in Learning Support can help with:• Learning needs;• Goal setting;• Extension programmes;• Decision making;• Motivation;• Time management;• Study skills;• Reader Writer;• Extra time (assessment).CounsellingMr John Quinn is our Counsellor, and students canmake an appointment to see him by calling into hisoffice in Erwin or filling in one of the appointmentslips located in a box next to his office. Parents cancontact John Quinn directly if they have a concern.Health and Life SkillsThe College acknowledges the importance of parentsand guardians as the primary and most influentialteachers of health and life skills.We provide support by teaching and fostering matureand responsible attitudes towards drugs and alcohol,sexual behaviour, relationships, marriage, familyand parenthood, personal identity, gender equity,biculturalism, multiculturalism and othersimilar issues.We offer effective and appropriate health and lifeskills programmes during the Senior College years.Illness and AccidentsThe Health Centre is located in Erwin House. TheRegistered Nurse, Karen Monk, is available from8.30am to 4.15pm for assessment and treatment ofinjuries and illnesses, nutritional advice, supportto stop smoking, diabetes and asthma support,contraceptive/sexual health advice and support withother health issues such as depression, relationshipproblems, stress, anxiety, drug and alcohol problems.Students who are ill may not leave the Collegewithout the permission of the Registered Nurse,who will notify the Attendance Officer and contacthome to ensure someone there is expecting you. Ifillness prevents a student attending tests or exams,they must ensure that this is discussed with relevantteachers.ChapelThe St Andrew’s College Memorial Chapel fulfilsa special function in College life. It was built afterWorld War 2 as a memorial to those from the Collegewho lost their lives in the war. Currently, due to theearthquake the Chapel is unavailable.All students and staff attend a weekly Chapel,currently held in the gymnasium. The Chapelfeatures in our life in these ways:• It is a place of prayer and quietness. Chapelservices are a time to reflect on all that happensduring the term, both inside and outside theschool. It is expected that when you enter thechapel all talking ceases. The right of anyone tohave access to a quiet environment for personalreflection and contemplation must be respectedby all;• It is a time of learning. A variety of topics andspeakers expose pupils to wide-ranging spiritualinsights and attitudes;• It is a centre of giving. In the Chapel we give timeand attention. Each year, students also makesubstantial donations to a range of charities.DPR ValuesSome years ago the staff, students and parents ofthe College settled on seven key values that wouldbecome a focus for the College community. Thesevalues are promoted in Chapel and in tutor groups aspart of a programme called DPR (Developing PositiveRelationships). The seven DPR values are:• Faith;• Compassion;• Hope;• Respect;• Honesty;• Responsibility;• Generosity.The DPR values for 2012 are Hope (Term 1)Compassion (Term 2) and Respect (Term 3).4

Safe@StAC ProcessUpon notification of bullying behaviour, a meetingwith the victim, bully and support people isorganised.Note – if bullying is of a serious nature then theincident may be dealt with at the appropriate step orreferred directly to the Head of Secondary School.Step 1 - No blame meeting (first instance of bullying)• Introduction – why they are all there;• Discuss – environment they would like to live in,refer to the rules they made;• What they could do if they saw bullying – options;• Explain the process if someone does bully;• Remind them of their responsibilities;• Use restorative justice model if needed;• Follow up over the next few weeks with students;• Facilitator of meeting will inform Deans/Head ofSenior College of meeting, who attended, and theoutcomes;• Support offered to all parties;• Dean has the option of ringing parents ofstudents involved.Step 2 - Usually second instance of bullying• Dean investigates, informs Head of SeniorCollege;• Meeting with Dean and parents called;• Bullying policy explained;• Possible consequences explained;• Help and support offered to both parties;• Incident recorded on file;• Letter sent to parents with minutes andexplanation of process.Step 3 - Usually third instance of bullying• Head of Senior College handles procedure;• Meeting with Head of Senior College, Head ofSecondary School and Dean called;• Parents involved in meeting;• Stand down – in/out of school;• Conditional enrolment negotiated with Head ofSecondary School;• Help and support offered to both parties.(b) Affirmation of Good Attitudesand BehaviourIn the Senior College students move from adependent environment that offers tangible rewardsfor good behaviour, to independence and intrinsicrewards.The correct and appropriate attitude is recognisedby the retention of privileges. Examples of privilegesthat can be withdrawn if circumstances warrant:Year 13 – lunch leave, home study (Term 3), personalchoice as to use of study time, attending Leavers’DinnerYear 12 – attending Leavers FunctionBoth year groups – attending the SC Formal, bringinga vehicle to College, use of the common room andcafé, use of rooms designated for serious study.The Pass Plus Terms Award, the opportunity to be inthe Academic 30s, and the Senior College Diplomaare tangible means of affirming good attitudesand behaviour.(c) Boundaries, Expectationsand ResponsibilitiesAs a member of the Senior College you will beregarded as a young adult and treated as such by thestaff. The degree of freedom you have depends uponyour willingness to behave in a responsible manner.Behaviour which brings the College into disreputewill not be accepted.The relationship between staff and students is anessential ingredient in the success of our College.We want you to value this relationship, which is builton mutual respect and common courtesy. Studentsare expected to show appropriate respect for staff,for example by addressing them as Sir, Ma’am or Mr,Mrs etc, and act appropriately towards their peers,through language and movement around the College.Step 4 - Usually fourth instance of bullying• Head of Secondary School handles theprocedures;• Termination of enrolment maybe an outcome;• Support offered to both parties.5

Remember, the prime reason for attending anyacademic institution is to gain qualifications that willmake you better able to compete in the world beyondthe College. Make the most of these two short years,as what you achieve here will most likely have asignificant impact on the path you take whenyou leave.If you wish to graduate with a St Andrew’s SeniorCollege Diploma, then you must make the most ofall opportunities available and develop your allroundpotential in many academic, sporting, cultural,spiritual and service areas. Remember that successand satisfaction go hand in hand with your fullpersonal involvement in College life.Daily ScheduleThe Senior College week in periods:Year 1224 Academic(29 periods)(1 compulsory subject (Eng) 4 periods/week, 5 self chosensubjects 4 periods/week)1 Chapel1 RE1 PE1 Study (supervised) to include eight week semestercourse on Leadership.1 Vocational Recreational (Monday Period 6)Year 1320 Academic(5 self chosen subjects 4 periods/week)1 Chapel1 LS + Study (1 semester)1 PE + RE (1 semester)4 Study (unsupervised)1 Focus (Monday period 1)1 Vocational Recreational (Monday Period 6)(29 periods)There are 28 classroom periods scheduled eachweek. However, your commitments will varydepending on your involvement in vocational,recreational (options), religious education, physicaleducation, life skills or study. Most Year 12 studentsare in class for 28 periods a week and Year 13students up to 24 periods. Your timetable will beunique to you. Your Dean, who will also recommendany changes, will approve it.Year 13 study periods are on site and are to be usedfor academic study or quiet down time. They arenot to be used for sports coaching, personal fitnesssessions or cultural practices/rehearsals. If studyperiods are used inappropriately, students may beasked to attend supervised study or to study in anallocated room.Tutor group meetings are held on Monday, Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday (for an extended times). OnFridays where there is no full assembly there will beeither a Senior College assembly run by the Head ofSenior College or a Dean’s meeting with the relevantyear groups. These will run from 8.30am to 9.00am,followed by a six period teaching day. On Fridayswith full College assemblies (Years 8 -13) one periodrotation will be excluded from the teaching day.Lunch is at 12.35pm each day and the cafeteria isopen before school, at morning interval and atlunch times.AttendanceAttendance at all classes is expected. In mostsubjects there is a continuity of teaching andlearning. When this continuity is broken by absenceyour progress cannot be maintained. For unavoidableabsences, a message should be left on the Collegevoicemail system – telephone number 940 2031 – onthe morning of the absence. The message shouldidentify the caller, the reason for the absence and theday(s) of the absence. The College voicemail systemis for parents and caregivers only and is not to beused by students.Parents will be notified of accumulated unjustifiedabsences, or if absences are a cause for concern.If a student accumulates more than three unjustifiedabsences in any term, Terms will not be awarded.Parents will be informed. A list of unexplainedabsences will be circulated at Thursday tutormeetings. It is each student’s responsibility to checkand take whatever action is necessary. Explainingunexplained absences and late arrivals can bedone with the Attendance Officer, Senior CollegeReception, Dean and in some cases with Tutors.6

LatenessAny student who arrives late for a tutor meetingor Friday assembly must report to Senior Collegereception so that their arrival is documented and alateness note issued. Any student who arrives duringor after period one must report to Senior Collegereception. This will mean their arrival is documentedand a lateness note issued. All lateness notes shouldbe given to the teacher of the class arrivedat first.Latness to ClassIt is a discourtesy to arrive at class late. If you doarrive late, you should report to Senior Collegereception to obtain a lateness note to take to yourteacher. Enter the classroom quietly and withoutdisruption. Wait inside the door until the teacher isready and able to acknowledge you. If you arrive latewithout an acceptable reason or a lateness note fromSenior College reception or another staff memberyou will be recorded as late. You should take booksfor successive classes, and thereby avoid returning tothe Senior College between classes.For the awarding of Terms, three late arrivals are theequivalent of one unjustified absence.A list of late arrivals will be circulated at Thursdaytutor meetings each week. It is each student’sresponsibility to check and take whatever action isnecessary.Latness to Tutor Group MeetingsIf you are late to tutor meetings you will not beaccepted into the group unless you have been issuedwith a lateness note. These slips are issued fromSenior College reception. If you arrive late withouta slip or do not attend your tutor group meeting youwill be recorded as late. Students need to rememberthat attendance at tutor meetings is a requirementfor the awarding of the Senior College Diploma.LeaveIf you wish to leave the College grounds during theday, you must obtain leave and sign out at SeniorCollege reception. Year 12 students are generallynot allowed to leave the College. If you are sickyou should see the Registered Nurse in the HealthCentre.You are encouraged to make all appointmentsoutside school time. If this is not possible, it is acourtesy to inform teachers whose classes will bemissed during the appointment time. You must leaveand return via the Leave Book located in the SeniorCollege reception.Year 12During the College day, Year 12 students mustobtain permission from their Dean, Senior Collegereception or the Head of Senior College to leavethe grounds. Permission will require a note from aparent or guardian, a consultation appointment card,the parent or guardian making prior contact with theschool or at the discretion of the appropriate Deanor the Head of Senior College. Departure and returnmust be via the Leave Book located in the SeniorCollege reception.Year 13One of the privileges of Year 13 is the ability to signout at lunchtimes only, using the Leave Book inSenior College reception. The book is self-sign ondeparture and return. Full and correct uniform mustbe worn whilst on lunch leave. Students cannot leavethe grounds at other times of the day, unless theyhave a note from a parent or guardian, a consultationappointment card or if the parent or guardian hasmade prior contact. Students are not permitted toleave the College during study period.Year 13 Home StudyIn Term 3, Year 13 students are able to apply forhome study. This means they are able to study athome in their scheduled study periods if practicable.Such applications are considered on their individualmerit, and the student’s academic achievement inYear 13 is taken into account.Parents are also required to accept responsibility fortheir son or daughter during these times. Applicationforms are available from Senior College reception.Parents or guardians will be advised of the outcomeof such applications.Special LeaveSpecial leave is generally granted for compassionatereasons affecting immediate family and forparticipation in a recognised event (sports, cultural,seminar, conference). Application forms for specialleave can be downloaded from StAC Information andForms on the intranet, and where possible theseshould be submitted to the Head of Senior College noless than ten days in advance. Parents or guardianswill be advised of the outcome of such applications.7

As College holiday dates are well advertised,requests for family holidays during term time, earlydepartures or late returns from holidays are notencouraged and such applications are not likely tobe approved. The College’s reluctance to grant suchleave is due to the additional pressure placed onboth students and teachers, especially in a student’sNCEA years.Explained leave, with a justifiable reason, willbe granted for sickness, family emergency orcompassionate reasons.Care of PropertyRemember that as a young adult, you are responsiblefor your own property. You are advised againstbringing valuables and money to College, andyou should ensure that your clothing and otherbelongings are named and your locker kept locked.Prevention is the best policy, as recovery of stolenitems is unlikely in many cases. As a member of theCollege family it is expected that you will respect allCollege property and the College grounds.Consumption of Food and DrinkWhen in College uniform and walking in public areasthe eating of fast food is not acceptable. Uniformreport is the outcome for students who breach thisrequirement.Inside the Senior College, you should only eat anddrink in the cafeteria. Consumption of food and drinkshould not take place on the carpeted area of thecommon room. This area must be kept clean. It isa student responsibility to keep the cafeteria andcommon room clean and tidy.Use of VehiclesBringing a vehicle to College carries responsibilitiesthat are non-negotiable. Any student who wishes tobring a vehicle to College must apply to the SeniorCollege reception for a Vehicle Use IdentificationForm. Student Vehicle Guidelines are detailedbelow. The guidelines ensure the College receivesinformation in the interests of safety of studentdrivers and their passengers. Students who do notcomplete the Vehicle Use Identification Form orobserve the Student Vehicle Guidelines must beprepared to accept responsibility for their choices.Consequences range from loss of privilege toSaturday detention.Student Vehicle Guidelines1. All students who drive a vehicle to Collegemust provide identification information to theCollege. The ability to bring a vehicle to Collegeis regarded as a privilege and the College willbe involved should the driver infringe eitherthe Student Vehicle Guidelines or the TransportAuthority’s regulations, while driving to or fromCollege or a College activity.2. A Vehicle Use Identification Form must be filledout annually and signed by a parent/caregiver.This form is available from the Senior CollegeReception and must be, when completed,returned to Senior College Reception. Uponreturn of this form students will be issued with apre-numbered permit which must be displayed inthe rear window. The permit only covers the yearof issue. For 2012 the permit is blue with whitelettering.3. Students who have a full licence will requireparent approval to carry other students aspassengers on College related trips. Thisapproval will be given in the Student Informationand Consent Form sent out with the 2012 SeniorCollege Handbook. This form is to be returned tothe student’s tutor in the first week of Term 1.4. Parents who do not give permission for theirchild to travel to a St Andrew’s College relatedactivity as a passenger with a St Andrew’s Collegestudent who has a full licence will be given inthe Student Information and Consent Form sentout with the 2012 Senior College Handbook. Thisform is to be returned to the student’s tutor in thefirst week of Term 1.5. All student parking shall be in the following areasonly: Brenchley Avenue, Watford Street, CollegeAvenue, Urunga Avenue, Halton Street, NormansRoad and Chapter Street.6. During the school day (8.00am to 5.00pm).Students are not permitted to park at any time inlimited time zones or in staff car parks on-site.7. Students must comply with any conditionsindicated by parents/guardians on the StudentInformation and Consent Form.8

8. Year 11 and Year 12 students may not use theirvehicles during the College day unless permissionhas been given by a staff member.9. Students with a restricted licence may not carrySt Andrew’s College students other than siblingsas passengers, even if the passenger has acurrent full licence. For siblings this permissionwill be entered by parents on the Vehicle UseIdentification Form.10. Any changes in licence conditions or vehiclesbeing brought to the College must be immediatelycommunicated to the Head of the Senior Collegeso records can be updated.You must abide by the laws of the road in all respects,especially in relation to carrying passengers. TheCollege cannot be responsible for your actions onpublic roads. If you accept a ride in a vehicle, you doso at your own risk.Year 12 students may not access their car during theCollege day without permission.These rules also apply to boarders who have theirown vehicles at school.Any breaches of the Student Vehicle Guidelines areviewed seriously and will result in immediate actionincluding the notification of parents or guardians.Uniform and GroomingWe hope that you are proud to be identified as aSt Andrew’s College student. All senior studentsare to have white braid on their blazer, or the newSenior College uniform, and to wear the SeniorCollege tie or other approved tie. This identifies youas a member of the Senior College and marks yourseniority within the College community. Please wearyour uniform correctly at all times. Failure to do somay result in your placement on uniform report bystaff or prefects.College uniform is worn at school and whentravelling to and from College. You are required to:• Wear a blazer in the street – this includes movingto and from your car;• Wear your shirt tucked in with the top button andyour tie done up (boys);• Wear your blouse tucked in with the top buttonand your tie done up (girls);• Wear shorts, trousers or skirts that fitappropriately and are not too long or too short;• Wear a complete College tracksuit whentravelling home after sport, but not on publictransport;• Wear approved dress at physical education andsports practices;• Wear clean and polished black leather lace-upshoes in a conservative style with the laces tied.The wearing of patterned or coloured T-shirts underschool shirts is not permitted. Nor is the wearing ofcoloured socks.When travelling with College teams or groups muftimay sometimes be approved, but only in specialcases such as field trips or outdoor education trips.A final decision on what constitutes good groomingwill be made by the Head of the Senior College inconsultation with the Head of the Secondary Schooland the Year 12 and 13 Deans.Guidelines for Good GroomingYoung MenThe hair must not be longer than the length of thecollar at the back, and must fall above the eyebrowline. It should be cut in a conservative style andnot shorter than a number three. Sideboards mustnot be lower than the earlobe or wider than 2.5cm.Faces must be clean-shaven.Young WomenLong hair must be tied back. Hair jewellery is notacceptable. Ribbons and ties must be blue or white.Young Men and WomenHair must be clean and well groomed, in the rangeof natural hair colour only and kept clear off theface. Offenders will be sent home and asked tohave their hair restored to natural colour. Unusualhairstyles, including streaking of hair, dreadlocksand braided hair will not be permitted.JewelleryOnly young women are able to wear one pair ofstuds or sleepers in the lobe of the ears. No otherrings or studs of any type may be worn by anystudent. Wristbands, bracelets, finger jewellery,piercings and body art that is visible while wearingthe College uniform are not permitted. Any breacheswill involve immediate removal of the unacceptable9

article and other appropriate consequences.Christening bracelets require special exemptionfrom the College Chaplain.Make-Up GuidelinesMake-up is not part of the College uniform and itis not to be worn at any time with school uniformor sports uniform. All forms of make-up areunacceptable, including foundation, mascara, eyeliner, eye shadow, blusher, lipstick and lip gloss.Uniform ReportIf a student wears their uniform incorrectly or theirstandard of appearance is below what is expectedin the Senior College they will be placed on uniformreport. This means that for a period of five Collegedays, the student must report to the Senior CollegeReception between 8.15am and 8.30am for theiruniform and appearance to be checked. If uniformreport is not completed in the stipulated timethere will be an escalation of discipline. Persistentuniform breaches will result in a student beingplaced on Senior College (Friday) consequence orSaturday detention.SmokingThe entire College campus is a smoke-free zone, andthe smoke-free lifestyle is promoted by the College.It is against College rules to:• Smoke at College, in College uniform or at anyCollege function or event;• Be in possession of cigarettes at College;• Supply other students with cigarettes.If these rules are breached the followingconsequences will apply (depending on the numberof breaches): the student will be counselled, a ‘stop’programme recommended, their parents notified andcommunity service or Saturday Detention given. Fulldetails of the College’s smoking policy can be foundon StAC Information and Forms on the intranet.AlcoholThe level of alcohol consumption among teenagersin New Zealand today is a concern. The developmentof healthy and sensible attitudes towards alcohol isimportant. The College is determined to promotesuch attitudes within its community througheducation, good role modelling and consistentstandards.10You must not consume, be affected by or be inpossession of alcohol at College, in College uniformor at any College activity. If you do, you will besubject to disciplinary procedures. Full details ofthe College’s Alcohol Policy are to be found on StACInformation and Forms on the intranet.Restricted and Prohibited SubstancesSt Andrew’s College has a zero tolerance to drugs atCollege. This means decisive action will be taken onany drug-related incident. Drugs are illegal and theCollege maintains a non-negotiable position on anyillegal substances.No student will consume, carry, store or offer toanother student any illegal substance at any time.Potentially harmful excesses, such as ‘herbal highs’are prohibited at any function associated with theCollege and its activities. Full details of the College’sRestricted and Prohibited Substances Policy areto be found on StAC Information and Forms on theintranet.PrivacyStudents are not permitted to publish photos andvideo clips taken at the College or at College eventswithout College permission. This includes publicationon internet sites such as Facebook and YouTube. Fulldetails of the College’s Privacy Policy can be found onStAC Information and Forms on the intranet.CellphonesThe College acknowledges the role cellphones play inpersonal security. However, the following conditionsapply, and are non-negotiable:• Cellphones may be used before and after College,at interval and at lunch;• Cellphones must be turned off and cannot beused or seen during any scheduled class orduring assembly or chapel unless they are beingused for the purpose of learning at a teacher’sdirection;• Cellphones are the responsibility of the student.Inappropriate use of a cellphone will result in itsimmediate confiscation. The cellphone will be heldin Senior College reception for a period at the Headof Senior College’s discretion normally not less thantwo days. Full details of the College’s CellphonePolicy can be found on StAC Information and Formson the intranet.

Uniform PurchaseAll uniform items, including sports and PE gear, areavailable from the College Shop, which is situatedat 60 Normans Road and is open on weekdays from9.00am to 4.30 pm. The telephone number is 9402032.Level 4:Meeting held with student, parent orguardian, Head of Senior College andHead of Secondary School. This is likelyto result in conditional enrolment. TheHead of Secondary School manages theprocess.(d) Disciplinary ProceduresAll Senior College students should be able to enjoythe opportunities available to them. Any behaviour byan individual that impedes or prejudices the rightsof other students is unacceptable and will haveconsequences.You will be expected to abide by expectations andrules designed to facilitate the aims of the SeniorCollege. We want you to be responsible for yourown behaviour and aware of the rights of others. Inparticular, you will not:• Disrupt any teaching, study, cultural activity ormeeting;• Misuse, damage, litter or steal any property of theCollege or of its staff, students or visitors;• Indulge in hurtful, abusive or insulting language,bullying or sexual harassment;• Fail to comply with any of the College regulationsas set out in this Handbook.The Senior College employs a ‘levels’ system forstudents causing ongoing concern. Here is an outlineof the process:Note - if the behaviour is of a serious nature then theincident will be dealt with at the appropriate level orreferred directly to the Head of Secondary School.Level 1:Level 2:Level 3:Dean meets with student to discussproblem and possible action.Meeting held with student, Dean andHead of Senior College, with parents orguardians informed. Dean manages theprocess.Meeting held with student, parent orguardian, Dean, and Head of SeniorCollege. Head of Senior College managesthe process.From the start of the year Senior College studentswill be treated as responsible young adults. Thosewho are unable to comply with College regulationswill be warned about their behaviour.For students who continue to offend, Collegeprocedures will be applied. These may includeformal withdrawal from class (parents informed),withdrawal of study privileges, removal of SeniorCollege privileges such as lunch leave, removalof vehicle permit for College daily use, placementon uniform report, Senior College consequence,restorative practices, Saturday detention, placementon behaviour contract, conditional enrolment, standdown, suspension or expulsion.The Senior College consequence, which takes theform of a study period or some service to others,takes place on Friday at 3.40pm and lasts for anhour. It is primarily for failure to complete set work,poor behaviour in class and unjustified absence. Thisconsequence can be deferred for one Friday only,otherwise there will be an escalation of discipline.Students committing more serious misdemeanoursmay be required to attend a Saturday detention,either from 9.00am to 12.00pm or 1.00pm to 4.00pm.Parents will be informed. Non-completion ofSaturday detention will result in a six hour detentionon the first Monday in the next available Collegeholidays. Saturday detentions take precedence overany College activity other than academic studies.Being formally withdrawn from class is treatedseriously. The consequence will range from aSaturday detention to a Level 4 disciplinary meeting.If a student is withdrawn from class they mustimmediately report to Senior College receptionand stay there until they have received furtherinstruction. Parents or guardians will be informed.It is important to note that staff will attempt toemploy the spirit, rather than the letter of thelaw, when it comes to enforcing Senior Collegeregulations. However, students must understandthat if they choose to behave in a manner that fallswell short of the usual high standards of the SeniorCollege, they and their parents can expect theCollege to take appropriate action.11

4. AcademicThe Senior College provides a stimulatingenvironment in which you can achieve your potentialand maintain a high level of academic achievement.The overall objective is to enhance your prospectsof effectively navigating opportunities in life beyondCollege, whether in the workforce, at a tertiaryeducation institution or during an OE/Gap year.The quality of your qualifications/credits must beforemost when you set your academic goals.A wide choice of academic subjects is offered, as wellas a large number of complementary courses. Bearin mind your own abilities and be realistic in yourchoices. Make use of alternative programmes whereappropriate, and don’t hesitate to take subjects atmore than one level if that best suits your needs. Askyour Deans or the Careers Adviser about prerequisitesubjects for university and polytechnic courses, or forspecific vocations. Make at least one appointment tosee the Careers Adviser during the year.College expectation is that Year 12 students completesix subjects and Year 13 students complete fivesubjects. This expectation is strictly adhered to. Ifthere are to be any variations the HOSC will make thefinal decision.Refer to the Curriculum Book for detailedinformation on courses.(a) Academic Recognition• Dux and Proxime Accessit;• Academic Prizes;• Academic Colours;• Academic Blazer and Scholars’ ties;• Academic 30s;• Academic mentoring programme;• Academic monitoring programme;• Academic Improvement;• Pass Plus Terms Award;• Pass Plus Terms with Distinction Award;• Gaining of Terms;• Academic Competitions (Australian Schools,National Bank);• Internal Academic Awards (scholarships,subject-based);• External Academic Awards (e.g. Accounting,Photography, Poetry, Speech and Drama,PM’s Essay Competition, Japanese Scholarship,Lincoln Sports Scholarships).The StAC Classroom CodeThe following are the key expectations that allteachers have when a student engages in learning atthe College:StartTolerateAttitudeLearning begins by being prepared– correct equipment, homeworkcompleted.Respect others’ feelings and values;listen to others.A positive learning attitude startsby allowing teachers to help you learnby listening, following instructions andwanting to do your best.Consistency Be on time for every lesson and beready to learn.(b) Teaching and Learning ExpectationsThe following expectations should be appliedconsistently by all staff.1. EXPECTATION – Class teacher arrival in a classroomOn arrival to a classroom, as practicable:• Both student and staff arrival to be punctual;• Teacher arrival signals the start of learning;• Students stand and cease talking;• Next instruction given by the teacher after abovehas occurred;• Learning objective/outcome for that lesson to bemade known at the start of the lesson – displayedon whiteboard where possible;• Students late without note to be recorded on pinksheet.All students are to stand, as practicable, wheneverthe Rector or Head of the Secondary School entersthe classroom.2. EXPECTATION – Student equipment(Clean slate each term)It is expected that all students will have the correctequipment for every lesson, including:• Text book and/or work book;• Notes folder and/or exercise book;• Equipment needed for learning in that subjectsuch as biro, ruler, calculator, coloured pencils.Consequence if students do not arrive with correctequipment – four step approach:13

First time –Second time –Third time –Fourth time –(Classroom teacher) - warning,teacher keeps record.(Classroom teacher) - given extrawork as applicable to subject,teacher keeps record.(Classroom teacher) - given aSenior College consequence,recorded on intranet, teacherkeeps record, teacher informsDean who informs tutor.Dean informed and actions: Deaninforms teacher, tutor and HOSC.There is some flexibility here, but the key point isthat should this occur a fourth time a teacher musthave evidence of what has been attempted the threeprevious times.3. EXPECTATION – Homework (Clean slate each term)It is expected that all students will completehomework as requested.Consequence if students do not arrive withhomework completed – four step approach:First time –Second time –Third time –Fourth time –(Classroom teacher) - warning,teacher keeps record.(Classroom teacher) - given extrawork, teacher keeps record.(Classroom teacher) - given aSenior College consequencerecorded on intranet, Teacherkeeps record. Dean informed andinforms tutor.Dean informed and actions: Deaninforms teacher, tutor and HOSC.There is some flexibility here, but the key point isthat should this occur a fourth time a teacher musthave evidence of what has been attempted the threeprevious times.4. EXPECTATION – Student departure at end of lesson• On departure, teacher to position him/herself, aspracticable, to ensure all students are wearingtheir uniform appropriately as they leave. If auniform is not correct, this is to be addressedbefore the student leaves the room;• Classroom check – paper off floor, desks/chairsstraightened/returned, whiteboard cleaned;• Homework is recorded in student diary;5. EXPECTATION – Learning environment• Every student has the right to learn in anappropriate learning environment;• Every teacher has the right to teach in anappropriate learning environment;• Student behaviour that has a negative influenceon the learning environment is to be regarded asserious;• Examples of student behaviour that havea negative influence are uninvited comments,harassment, bullying, unacceptable language,disrespect, belligerence to staff.Consequence if learning environment disrupted –three step approach:First time –Second time –Third time –(Classroom teacher), - warning,teacher keeps a record.(Classroom teacher HOD, and/orneighbour, Dean) - studentwithdrawn, student sent to anotherteacher in the department orneighbour, given a Senior Collegeconsequence recorded on intranet,teacher keeps record, Deaninformed, who sends letter home(copy to HOSC, tutor and teacher).(HOSC) - student formallywithdrawn, student sent to SeniorCollege reception, HOSC handles,letter sent home by HOSC (copy totutor and teacher).If the disruption is serious, withdrawal to SeniorCollege reception is always available as the firstoption.6. EXPECTATION - Respect when talking with/to studentsWhen students talk to any member of the Collegestaff our expectation is that they:• Address staff by sir, ma’am, Mr, Mrs, Ms;• Listen;• Do not raise their voice;• Do not refer to another staff member by theirChristian/nickname;• Do not have their hands in their pockets.If either of the first two points do not occur, or eitherof the last three do occur, teachers should indicate,at an appropriate time in the conversation, theirexpectation.14

Respect is two way and teachers should not justexpect respect, they should show and model respectbefore it can be expected in return. When teacherstalk to students they show respect by:• Addressing the student by name;• Not raising their voice;• Listening;• Having a ‘get out’ strategy for a ‘cooling off’period;• Not discussing other staff members or students.• Being discreet and professional at all times.(c) Senior College Terms• Students must pass all minimum requirementsfor attendance, academic standards and thelearning environment to gain Terms for eachsubject in which they are enrolled;• Terms are awarded in the last week of Terms 1,2, 3 and, for Year 12 only, in Term 4;• If Terms are not gained, a student will be placedon either a verbal or written contract for thefollowing term, administered by the year groupDean. The contract details specific requirementsthat must be met;• If the conditions of the contract are not met, theresponse is at the discretion of the College.Rationale1. Terms supports the Senior College philosophy of:• Preparation for life after St Andrew’s;• Accepting personal responsibility for choices.2. To provide an incentive for all students.3. To provide positive reinforcement to students whocomplete the requirements to gain Terms.4. To provide positive reinforcement to students whoexceed the minimum requirements to gain Terms.5. To allow staff to spend more productive time withstudents in aspects such as academic attainment,workload, co-curricular and pastoral care.Terms announced.Terms awarded -requirements exceededTerms awarded -requirements metTerms not awarded -requirements not metPass Plus Terms AwardStudent placed on contractfor following term. Contractbased on meeting specificrequirements.Terms awarded followingterm. Contract conditionsmet.Terms not awardedfollowing term. Contractconditions not met.Entry for following term.Meeting involving Head ofSecondary School and Headof Senior College.15

1. Attendance Requirement for TermsStudents are expected to attend all theirscheduled classes and be on time. Any more thanthree unjustified absences in any single term willresult in Terms not being awarded. The attainmentor non-attainment of Terms attendancerequirements will be determined by currentCollege absence and late systems.Please note:• Teachers will record unjustified absences and latearrivals. Three late arrivals will be considered theequivalent of one unjustified absence;• An adjusted weekly cumulative list of unjustifiedabsences and late arrivals will be posted in theSenior College;• It is the student’s responsibility to check theunjustified absence and late arrivals list and takewhatever action they think necessary;• The Attendance Officer, Senior College PA andYear 12 and 13 Deans will peruse the weekly listof unjustified absences and late arrivals and senda letter to parents where necessary;• If a student’s unjustified or explained absencesare in excess of what is reasonably expectedthen a contract based around attendance may beimposed immediately.Clarification around the use of “terms” –in particular attendance“Terms” is also an expression used to describethe ability of students to miss a limited number ofscheduled classes in order to undertake self-directedstudy. In the interests of clarity, this form of “terms”is represented here in quotation marks.• If a student chooses to miss an academic periodto take “terms”, it must be spent on academicstudy;• “terms” can be taken for a maximum of threeperiods in Terms 1, 2 and 3. Any student whohas not been awarded Terms is unable to take“terms”;• If a student intends to take “terms” it is expectedthey will first explain to the teacher whose classthey will miss;• No student is to ask to take “terms” in any onesubject more than once per term;• The teacher allowing “terms” to be taken hasevery right to insist that the student catchesup on work missed and provides evidence thatthis has occurred. Should a student fail to meetthis commitment, the teacher should issue aconsequence, such as not allowing “terms”to be taken in that subject for a period of timeat the teacher’s discretion, a Senior Collegeconsequence or referral of the matter to theDean;• No student can use “terms” to miss a class wherethere is any formative or summative assessmentbeing completed or due to be handed in;• “terms” cannot be used to miss options (Mondayperiod 6), RE, PE, Life Skills, Chapel or study(Year 12);• “terms” cannot be used to leave the Collegegrounds, socialise or prepare for a sporting orcultural commitment;• Any student who takes “terms” inappropriatelymay have the privilege withdrawn for a period oftime decided by Deans and/or HOSC. Parents willbe informed.2. Academic Standard Requirement for Terms• Students are required to meet the minimumstandard as set out in the Student CourseOutline and Assessment Schedule. The nonattainmentof these academic requirementswill be communicated to parents or guardiansby letter, advising of the non-completion and/ornon-attendance of summative achievement orunit standard assessment included as part of thatsubject’s assessment schedule. HOD discretionprevails;• Students are required to obtain an average scoreof 2.90 or higher in their Personal Learning Skillsacross all subjects in their interim, mid-year andend-of-year (Year 12 only) reports.16

3. Learning Environment Requirement for TermsStudent behaviour must not negativelyimpact on the learning of others or on thelearning environment. The non-attainment ofTerms learning environment requirements willresult from, in any one term:• A formal classroom withdrawal whereby astudent is withdrawn from class by the classroomteacher and sent to Senior College reception;• Two Senior College consequences which arelearning environment related.Please note:Saturday detention is invariably the consequence of aformal classroom withdrawal.Behaviour that negatively impacts on the learning ofothers or the learning environment includes but isnot limited to:• Harassing, coercing, or intimidating otherstudents;• Persistent calling out, giving uninvited comments,using bad language;• Not following instructions;• Disrespectful, belligerent behaviour towardsstaff;• Interfering with or disrupting classroom teaching;• Not completing homework.SUMMARYTERMS GAINED - All three required1. Attendance – students are to attend all theirscheduled classes and be on time.2. Academic Standards – students are requiredto meet the minimum requirement as set outin the Student Course Outline and AssessmentSchedule for each of their subjects, plus anaverage of no less than 2.90 for PLS.3. Learning environment – student behaviour isto be such that it does not negatively impacton the learning of others or on the learningenvironment.TERMS NOT GAINED - Any one or more of the following1. Attendance – more than three unjustifiedabsences.2. Academic – letter home as student has notmet the minimum requirement as set out inthe Student Course Outline and AssessmentSchedule for each of their subjects. An averagescore of less than 2.90 for PLS.3. Learning environment – one Saturday detention,or more than one Senior College consequence(all learning environment related).17

Pass Plus Terms Award – A Positive ReinforcementProposal• This award recognises students who exceed theminimum requirements;• At the end of each term, the year group Dean willdetermine the recipients;• The criteria for such an award are:a) Excellence in terms of attendance and arrivaltimes in class;b) Consistently achieving their bestacademically;c) Consistently having a positive influenceon the learning environment.• Interim, mid-year and end-of year-reports can beused to assist in determining recipients for thisaward.Students who are awarded Pass Plus Terms for threeconsecutive terms in any one year are recognisedat Leavers’ Assembly with a Pass Plus Terms withdistinction award.Terms Not Gained for the First Time• Meeting involving Dean and/or HOSC and student;• Students placed on a contract for the followingterm;• Parents formally advised;• Dean and/or HOSC monitors student progressand offers assistance where required;• The aim is to ensure sufficient progress is madeto gain Terms for the next term;• Parents kept informed of progress in meeting theobjectives needed, as required;• Year 13 students may be directed to havesupervised study;• Ability to take “terms” withdrawn.Terms Not Gained in Successive TermsAn appropriate level of disciplinary meeting will beheld, where outcomes are at the discretion of theCollege and include but are not limited to:• Contract negotiated;• Student placed on conditional enrolment;• Alternative pathways for student investigated.Assessment and ReportsAssessment is an important part of your academicprogramme. Make every effort to meet deadlines,but if you have difficulty make sure you discuss your18problem with your teacher before the due date – it isno use complaining afterwards.Your teachers will give you an outline of theassessment programme, showing test andassignment topics, due dates and the percentageof the final mark allocated to each piece of work.Keep this information in your work folder and recordit in your diary. If you fail to arrive for an externalexamination you earn no grade, unless the absence isdue to illness and a medical certificate is provided. Inthis case you may be required to sit a parallel test ata later date.You are encouraged to discuss with your teachersany worries you have about your progress, the gradesyou are receiving or any aspect of the assessmentprocedures.You will receive an interim report on your progressin March and two full reports later in the year. Yourtutor will discuss these with you before they aresent to your parents and your teachers will explainthe meaning of the grades you are awarded – forexample, whether they are based on an examination,class tests or both, and how accurately they indicatewhat your final mark is likely to be.(d) Academic Mentoring, Monitoring,Review and RecognitionSystems are in place to identify and track theacademic progress of all students to ensure they areachieving to their potential. Selected students willbe invited to participate in an academic mentoring oracademic monitoring process where the goals are:• NCEA Level 2 or Level 3 Excellence or Meritcourse endorsement• NCEA Level 2 or Level 3 Excellence or Meritsubject(s) endorsement• NCEA Level 3 and University Entrance• NCEA Level 2 and University Entrance Numeracyand Literacy.Academic reviews will be held with individualstudents and/or a letter will be sent home whereachievement can be identified as:• Falling away (slippage) or not up to thestandard that could be reasonably expected;• Improving significantly;• Being of such a standard that an Academic 30srank is maintained.

Parents or guardians and students are welcome todiscuss academic progress with the HOSC at anytime.(e) Academic 30sAcademic 30s are a means of recognising the top 30students from each year group and increasing theprofile of academic achievement. Academic 30s arebased on NCEA results as published in February.The top 30 students are identified, ranked andrecognised. The list is reviewed throughout the year.First ListThe top 30 Year 11 and top 30 Year 12 studentsare ranked according to provisional NCEA results,released in February. This list is published and aTop 30 Academic Ranking certificate is presentedto each student in the first academic assembly ofthe year.All students who gain an Academic 30 rank basedon NCEA results receive an Academic Blazeraward. Students who obtain a GCA of 3.25 orbetter qualify for the award of a Scholar Tie, while80 Excellence credits or more qualifies for anAcademic Colour.An historical record of the Academic 30s list foreach year group is framed and displayed on thewall in the Senior College study.Second ListBoth Top 30 lists are reviewed after mid-yearreports, and new ranked lists are prepared foreach year group. These lists are not published,but ranked positions will be available to individualstudents on request. No certificates will beawarded.Third ListBoth Top 30 lists are reviewed again after end-ofyearreports, and new ranked lists prepared foreach year group. These lists are not published,but ranked positions will be available to individualstudents on request. Top 30 Academic Rankingcertificates will be awarded at the Leavers’Assembly to those students who gain a rank for thefirst time.How is the Rank List Prepared?The College uses a GCA (grade weighted creditaverage), which enables all students within a yeargroup to be ranked:• First, on their NCEA results as published inFebruary;• Again, after their mid-year and end-of-yearreports from formative external grades andformative or summative internal grades asrecorded in teachers’ mark books;• Achievement Standards only are included.The formula used is: the sum of all achievementstandards assessed (credit value x grade weight)divided by the sum of all achievement standardcredits assessed (grade weights are N = O, A = 1,M = 3, E = 5).(f) HomeworkHomework is a requirement of all academicprogrammes and some options. It is a student’sresponsibility to see that all course requirementsare met. As a guideline, it is expected that Year 12students will complete a minimum of 10 hours ofindependent study over a seven day week and Year 13students 12 hours over a seven day week.Parents have a responsibility to ensure thathomework is done and students are free fromdistractions. Parents should communicate with theDean if the amount of homework appears excessiveor inadequate.During the College week (Monday to Friday) students’evening study is their first responsibility and onlyunder exceptional circumstances should theyconsider neglecting it for another engagement. If nohomework is set for a subject, time should be spenton revision or recommended reading to widen thestudent’s background knowledge.Students are encouraged to use their Senior Collegediary as a means of personal organisation andreminders. It includes a year planner for forwardplanning, term-by-term co-curricular commitmentsand subject assessment records.19

(g) Learningi. Attitude• Students should view learning as an opportunityrather than a chore;• Do not give in to peer pressure against beingconscientious;• If you are unsure about a section of your classwork, or whether you are doing somethingcorrectly, ask for help.ii. Approach• Have long-term goals (e.g. career), intermediategoals (e.g. get in the top six for maths) andshort-term goals (e.g. get better than Achievedequivalent for this section or piece of work);• Be clear about the purpose of a task. Checkthat what you are doing is the best way tocomplete it successfully. If not, do somethingabout it;• Be active rather than passive. Do not expectmerely to “soak it up”;• Read thoughtfully. Effective reading is morethan merely word recognition. The mind followsthe development of what is written, checksstatements against one another and thinks ofother examples;• Adapt your strategies. Do not have one basic,inflexible way of learning such as reading overand over material for all tests. Different sorts oftests – essays, projects, reading, listening – needdifferent plans of attack;• Know your strengths and weaknesses as alearner. Are you better at visual representations(graphs, diagrams, charts) than verbal ones?• Follow good models. What do good learners youknow seem to do? Will it work for you?iii. Action• Transfer your skills and knowledge. Do notkeep what is learned in maths to maths, or artto art only, but use what you know wherever youcan;• Put together whole strategies to do the job. Forexample, when learning a new skill, carefullyobserve the fine details of how it is done, break itinto stages to make it manageable and practiseeach stage carefully. Put them all together, andhave your work checked by somebody familiarwith the skill;• Translate difficult ideas into your own terms sothat you get your own grasp of them and “own”that knowledge;• Practise what you have just learned. Do it again,and get it right the second time. Get it right oftenenough to “fix” it in your mind so that it will notbe lost;• Check yourself frequently. Find out whether ornot you understand, whether or not you have gotit right, whether the tactics you are using aregoing to do the job required or whether you needto change your strategy;• Change ineffective methods for ones that havea better chance of working and be open to newinsights and possibilities for doing it better asyou work. Always look for a better way – never besatisfied.Class Teachers and Heads of DepartmentsHeads of subject departments and class teachersare available to answer questions concerning theirsubject. Their primary task is to help studentssuccessfully negotiate the courses they areundertaking. Students must ensure they are familiarwith the course content for each of their subjects andwith the assessment programme as explained at thestart of each course.International StudentsMrs Stephanie Brooks, Head of InternationalDepartment, assists international students to settleinto the Senior College. She also coordinates theInternational Club, an ideal forum in which newstudents can develop friendships. On the academicside, she organises ESOL/English programmesto support international students and providesinformation and resources for the IELTS, TOEFL andSAT exams needed for entry into tertiary institutionshere and overseas.Learning SupportMrs Lynda Collins and Mrs Shelley Broad coordinatethe Learning Support programme, working withindividuals and small groups of students who needlearning support. A teachers’ aide also works withstudents who require learning support within oroutside the classroom.Ms Mary McNulty organises and coordinatesextension programmes for those students whorequire them. Students are referred to Ms McNulty byDeans and class teachers.20

Careers CounsellingMr Peter Feary, the Careers Adviser, providesup-to-date resources and information about awide range of tertiary education and employmentopportunities. Employers, polytechnic and universityrepresentatives visit the College regularly. Detailsof these visits are advertised on the careersnoticeboard, on the daily notices and at year groupand tutor meetings. Students wanting specificinformation and advice about career or subjectoptions, or evaluation of possible career choices,should contact Mr Feary personally or fill out theappointment book in the Careers Centre.TransitionMr Mike Smith takes the transition classes in Years12 and 13. He helps senior students to developthe skills they need for a successful transition totertiary education or the workplace. He also runs aTransition to Work programme for individual studentscompleting work experience as part of their weeklytimetable.exploration. Making decisions about your career isdifficult. Work exploration is one way of finding outfirst hand what it is like to work in the industries youare considering.A note for parents and family members…We all learn better when we are encouraged,particularly by those who are important to us –parents, brothers, sisters and friends. Demonstratinginterest and support is more likely to help a learnerthan being challenging and demanding.A final note for students…To attain academic results that reflect your potentialyou must be prepared to spend time on your personalstudy. You must also be an active and resilientlearner.Work exploration enables you to look at a varietyof different career choices. Mr Feary or Mr Smithwill help you to find suitable workplaces for work21

5. Sporting and Cultural ActivitiesYear 12 students will be required to take part in botha summer and a winter sporting activity or someother approved cultural activity, such as the PipeBand, the major drama production, musical groups,chess and debating. Students may not use a parttimejob as an excuse to avoid sporting or culturalresponsibilities. There will be a consequence forstudents who fail to meet these requirements.Involvement is optional for Year 13 students, but theyare strongly encouraged to participate in some of themany extra curricular programmes available.Correct uniform is mandatory at all competitiongames, and a wide variety of official sporting and PEclothing is available for practices.There are over 50 sporting and cultural opportunitiesavailable to Senior College students. It isrecommended that you take advantage of them. Ifyou are a busy student you will feel more connectedwith the College and be more likely to reach yourpotential, both in and out of the classroom.Recent studies indicate that students who get activelyinvolved in a variety of experiences at school aremost likely to enjoy success and develop a positiveself image and attitude that translates into successin other aspects of their lives.6. LeadershipYour InvolvementIt is important that you have your say in what happensat the College. We want you to take an active role inrunning your own affairs, in order to develop yourskills in leadership, management and organisation.Being an effective leader involves service, and thereare a variety of opportunities available in the SeniorCollege. Leadership opportunities include Prefects,Senior College Council, Heads of Boarding, PeerSupport, Community Leaders, International Club,Sports Leaders, Sacristans and Captains of Culture,Sport and Academia.A Senior College Leadership booklet providingdetails of these opportunities has been distributedto students in September. The handbook providesinformation on the qualities, key tasks andapplication, appointment and feedback processes forall leadership positions.Senior students will be offered a maximum of twoleadership positions in any one year, to prevent overcommitment.All Year 13 students will take part in two eveningleadership/workshop sessions in early February.The sessions will be run by Mr David Garb, a privatepractitioner, who over the last 15 years has focusedon adolescent workshops. The theme for thesessions will be “real connection and relationships”.All Year 12 students will be involved in a compulsoryone-day leadership course late in Term 3 or early inTerm 4 and will complete an eight week semestercourse on leadership.22

AcademicTwo Academic Captains (boy and girl) are appointed.Opportunities also exist for students to act asPeer Tutors and to participate in the LEAP readingprogramme with Preparatory School students.SportsThere are a wide variety of leadership opportunitiesavailable in sport, including two Sports Captains(boy and girl), Heads of individual sports, Day HouseLeaders and coaching of junior sports teams.PrefectsCollege prefects have a range of responsibilitiesincluding positive role modelling, applying Collegestandards, representing the College at specialevents, completing set duties and showing initiative.They are expected to display appropriate behaviourat all times, have a good rapport with adults andfellow students and be strong supporters of thespecial character of the College. Prefects undertakean extensive leadership programme, including anovernight experience at Castle Hill and eveningsessions, during the year.Senior College CouncilA maximum of 14 members is appointed. Councilmembers have an interest in the operation of theSenior College, act as advocates and organiseactivities for senior students, play a role in the care ofthe Senior College and its facilities and organise theSenior College Formal.Boarding HouseA number of leadership positions exist within theBoarding House. Heads of Boarding (boy and girl)are appointed, while Boarding House Leaders arepositions applied for.Peer SupportYear 12 and 13 students operate a Peer SupportProgramme for Year 9 students.CultureThere are a wide variety of leadership opportunitieswithin cultural groups including Heads of Media,Music, Dance, Art, Drama, Head of Theatre Sportsand Senior Librarian. Two Cultural Captains (boy andgirl) are also appointed.ExchangeTwo Exchange Leaders (boy and girl) are appointedto coordinate and publicise the exchange programmeand assist in the selection of students to go onexchange.Pipe BandThere are a number of leadership (officer)appointments in the Pipe Band, including Pipe Major,Drum Major, Pipe and Drum Sergeants, Pipe andDrum Corporals.Tutor GroupsTutor groups are encouraged to discuss SeniorCollege matters and forward proposals to the SeniorCollege Committee.Other leadership opportunities available includeChapel Sacristans, International Leaders andCommunity Leaders which include two Heads.23

7. Student FacilitiesNumerous amenities are provided to assist youboth academically and socially. The Senior CollegeCentre has a well-equipped common room, careerscentre, seminar room, study areas, lecture theatre,classrooms, cafeteria, computer facilities andlocker rooms.Remember that, as a young adult, you are expectedto take care of College property. It is there for thebenefit of all, and no minority group has the right todisadvantage others through thoughtless or negativebehaviour. The use of these facilities is a privilege.Students who behave irresponsibly may have thatprivilege withdrawn.Senior College Study Areas (top floor)The top floor of the Senior College includes a lecturetheatre (SC08), Senior College study (SC09), studyroom (SC12) and Careers Centre (SC13).These are quiet areas at all times. We do not wishto police your study time, but it must be made clearthat if you are unable to study quietly then otherarrangements will be made for you.Common Room and Café (lower floor)The lower floor of the Senior College includes thecommon room (SC01) and café. These facilitiesare only available to Senior College students. Thecommon room is fitted with couches, chairs, Sky TV,a stereo, a DVD player and a video recorder. DuringCollege working time these are unavailable for use.Outdoor furniture is located outside on grassed andpaved areas.The café is equipped with a drinks vending machine,microwave, sandwich presses, tables and chairs.It is expected that these facilities are respected bystudents at all times.Senior College reception (SC02) includes Head ofSenior College (SC06) and Senior College PersonalAssistant (SC05). The Deans’ offices (SC03 & SC04),a classroom (SC14) and locker areas are also locatedon the lower floor.Common Room Protocols• Everyone is welcome;• The common room is a facility for all SeniorCollege students;• Respect the furniture and other College property;• Rubbish is a personal responsibility.LockersLockers are available to day students. Woodenlockers are only available to Year 13 students.Students who damage lockers will be responsible forrepairs. Lost keys will be charged to accounts.Wooden lockers for storing sports gear andequipment are also available on a first in basis.Library Resource CentreStudents are encouraged to use the Library ResourceCentre for study, research and leisure reading. Thelibrary holds a wide selection of resources includingbooks, magazines and various electronic resources.The Library is a busy working environment and youare expected to work productively and quietly so thatyou do not disturb other students.Library Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5.00pm;Monday to Thursday 6:30pm to 8.00pm.Facilities include:• Resource computers with access to the librarycatalogue, CD ROMS, and electronic databases;• Internet access for educational purposes;• Word processing, scanning and printing;• Black and white and colour photocopiers;• Audio and video recorder, video resources forviewing in the library;• Video digital cameras and still digital cameras foruse within the College;• A wide selection of leisure reading available fromthe mezzanine area.ComputersAll students have access to computers across theCollege network, including in the computer suites,computer pods and libraries. On commencement atthe College students are issued with a computer logonand password. This provides them with their own24

personal network space and access to resources.A student log-on consists of the three initials of yourname and two digits. For example, June Emily Smithmay have a log-on of JES22.Please remember your password and do not give itto any other student. You will receive a login slip withyour login name and initial password.All students are required to sign and abide by theCollege Acceptable Use Agreement, which coversaccess and use of College ICT facilities. The fullagreement can be found on the intranet, andan abbreviated version is in the student diary. Ausername and password is provided for each student,which must not be shared. Additional computers arelocated adjacent to the Senior College Study.Students may use computers under supervisionin the computer suites and the Library ResourceCentre or on their own laptops via wireless in anumber of areas. Students have access to email andthe internet, which is provided to support teachingand learning. Internet traffic is filtered and logged.Students are allocated personal network space, butmay also find it advantageous to use a USB flashdrive for transferring large projects.Students are allocated a reasonable number ofprint credits each year. When these are exhausted,students pay for additional printing.If you require any assistance or have any concernsregarding Information Technology please seeMr McNeill.CafeteriaThe cafeteria is open for breakfast (7.15am to8.25am), and at morning interval and lunch time.Reasonable prices are charged and profits areutilised to provide amenities for the College. Thetables in the cafeteria are to be left clean and rubbishput in the receptacles provided.25

8. CommunicationPublicationsAs we are a large community of students, staffand parents, it is essential that we communicateeffectively with each other.The following publications are designed to helpthis process:• Daily notices, which are posted in the foyers,common room studies and on the Collegeintranet;• Thursday Senior College tutor notices;• The term fixtures list, which should be displayedin a prominent place at home or in the boardinghouse;• The College website: www.stac.school.nz;• For College news and notices the intranet can beaccessed at intranet.stac.school.nz.The College produces several publications:• The Collegian is the formal record of the year;• Curriculum Book;• Senior College Handbook issued (and disbursed)to all Year 12 and 13 students;• Senior College diary issued (and disbursed) to allYear 12 and 13 students;• Rector’s magazine, Regulus, issued three timesper year.Parent-Teacher EveningsThese evenings will be advertised in On Strowan andon the term fixtures list.On StrowanThe Secondary School newsletter, On Strowan, ispublished approximately every five weeks duringterm time. It is emailed to all parents or guardiansand can also be accessed on the College intranet.On Strowan focuses on current issues and themescommon to the whole Secondary School. Each issuewill contain messages from the Rector and Headof Secondary School, Head of Senior College, Headof Middle School, Head of Co-curricular and theChaplain.Tutors and DeansAppointments for parents to meet any of the Tutorsor Deans may be made by using College emailaddresses.The Head of Senior College may be contacted byemail ATW@stac.school.nz or by phone on03 940 2064.Informal TalksParents do not have to wait until official eveningsto see us. Our staff, including Deans, counsellorsand senior administrators, are available to discussyour progress. Teachers are busy people, however,and usually appointments will need to be made inadvance.College AssembliesThe whole College comes together regularly forassembly, held at 8.30am on a Friday morning.Assemblies are a time for informing and sharingdevelopments and successes with the Collegecommunity. On occasions your parents will be invited,especially if you are receiving an award.Year Group and Tutor Group MeetingsYear group and tutor group meetings are animportant part of the communication process, and allstudents must attend.27

9. The Senior College Diplomaand Leavers’ ProfileWe believe that for students to receive a balanced,well-rounded education, many opportunitiesshould be available. The Diploma provides an extradimension for Senior College students. It is unique toSt Andrew’s, provides a focus and is keenlysought after.The Diploma is an important document for you tohave in your CV. It will indicate the completion of,and commitment to, a number of areas regarded asimportant in today’s society. It is not a hand out – itis hard earned. Students can enquire at any time toSenior College reception to confirm their progresstowards completion of their Diploma. Parents of Year13 students will be advised in Term 1 and Term 4 oftheir son or daughter’s Diploma status.The Diploma is a one or two year course awardedto leaving students who have satisfied all Diplomarequirements. A one year Diploma may be awardedto students who leave after one year in the SeniorCollege. The Diploma is normally awarded toqualifying students at the Year 13 Leavers’ Dinner.Diploma requirements for students who havecompleted Years 12 and 13 are:1. Chapel – attendance at six Senior College Sundayevening chapel services.• These can be caught up at other year groupSunday services. If a student is representingthe College at another function or event on theevening of the Senior College service, this will beregarded as present;• Year 12 – Term 1 and Term 3 year group services,Term 2 Anzac Service;• Year 13 – Term 1 and Term 3 year group services,Term 4 Leavers’ Service;2. Service – 30 hours of service.• Maximum of 10 hours’ voluntary College service,where two hours of College service contributesone hour towards a student’s diploma;• Minimum of 20 hours’ voluntary communityservice. This does not include service toa student’s family. It must be to the widercommunity and include service outside of astudent’s own personal interests. Service cannotbe signed off by parents or guardians;• Tutor group community service will count.Applications are made to the HOSC who willdecide the number of hours awarded;• Tutors are required to have a role in encouragingstudents to complete this part of the Diploma.283. Vocational Recreational Pathways – studentsmust complete a minimum of five courses witha full attendance record, unless satisfactoryexplanations are given for absences. Thededicated Vocational Recreational Pathwaysperiod is Monday period 6.4. RE – a full attendance record must be maintained.5. PE – a full attendance record must be maintained.6. Life Skills – a full attendance record must bemaintained.7. Leadership – attendance at Year 12 Leadershipday unless there is a justifiable reason for nonattendance.Full attendance (one semester) atYear 12 Leadership course.8. Tutor Meetings – a full attendance record must bemaintained.9. Personal Learning Skills – the standard requiredfor being an organised and conscientious learnerover both mid-year and end-of-year reports is“usually”, which means displaying the desiredqualities more often than not. An average of 2.90(maximum 4.00) must be attained over both Year12 and Year 13.The Vocational Recreational ProgrammeCourses last seven or eight weeks. Most are basedat the College but some are held elsewhere. Somecourses are free of charge, while others chargea fee. Each student is required to complete fivecourses over their two years in the Senior College. Ifa student only attends in Year 13 they must completethree courses. Mr Mike Smith is the VocationalRecreational Coordinator.A full commitment to the programme and itsrequirements is a pre-requisite of the St Andrew’sCollege Diploma. Any absence must be explained tothe Options Tutor. The courses vary from year to yearbut include: Advanced Driver Training, Bartending,Coffee-making, Culinary Skills, First Aid, Gifts andCards, Massage, Outdoor Adventure, PersonalFitness, Scuba Diving, Vehicle Maintenance andYoga. There are 35 options in total. Each year SeniorCollege students will receive an Options Booklet,which provides up to-date information.

The St Andrew’s College Year 13 Leaver’s Profileand Record of AchievementThis will be an important part of your CV. It is apositive statement that indicates how capable youare over a range of key attributes. A good profile willenhance your career prospects.Your Tutor will usually write your profile. The HOSCwill explain the procedure for obtaining this veryimportant document. You will be expected to do yourpart by completing the student information sheet andarranging a referee, who will assist in the writing ofyour profile.Your Record of Achievement will detail yourinvolvement in sport, culture, leadership andlearning.Your Leaver’s Profile and Record of Achievementwill be presented to you at Leavers’ Dinner. They canbe withheld if there are College commitments notcompleted and will only be issued once all studentobligations are completed.29

10. HistoryA comprehensive account of the College’s history canbe found in High Flies the Cross. Copies are availablein the Library Resource Centre.FoundationThe College was founded in 1916 through the effortsof the Rev AT Thompson OBE MA BD, and wasofficially opened in the Manse of St Andrew’s Church,Christchurch, on 17 March 1917 (St Patrick’s Day).Duncan Rutherford, a staunch Presbyterian fromLeslie Hills, left a generous bequest of £5,000, whichwas used to purchase “Strowan” from the trustees ofthe late GG Stead. In 1918 the College transferred toits new site on Papanui Road.In 1858 St Andrew’s Church founded one of the firstsecondary schools in Canterbury, the PresbyterianHigh School, which developed into Christchurch WestHigh School and is now known as HagleyCommunity College.It was the discovery of the original documentsrelating to the Presbyterian High School that largelybrought about the decision to found the presentCollege, which may therefore claim to be itslineal descendant.Things Scottish and PresbyterianMuch of what makes this school different fromothers comes from its Scottish-Presbyterian origins.There are 14 Presbyterian-founded Colleges in NewZealand today. St Andrew’s has sporting links withseveral – John McGlashan (Dunedin), St Kentigern(Auckland), Lindisfarne (Hastings) and Scots(Wellington). There have been many and various linkswith Rangi Ruru Girls’ School and, since the arrival offemale students in the Senior College, contacts havebegun with Columba College (Dunedin). We share agreat pride in our Scottish heritage with allthese schools.The College song was written in 1925 by TA Stuart-Menteath, a member of staff. It tells the legend ofthe monk Regulus bringing the relics (bones) of thedisciple Andrew from Greece to Scotland, and of howthe stories of St Andrew and the faith of the Scotswho honoured him have inspired Christians throughthe ages.The College tartan is the Fergusson tartan, as thepipe band got its first kilts in 1924 when GeneralSir Charles Fergusson was the Governor-General.Prefects dress formally in kilts, cutaway jackets andsporrans for Friday assemblies.1851 Property RS 299 was first purchasedfrom Canterbury Association by Rev HenrySidebottom of Halifax for 150 pounds. Thisarea of 50 acres was for his son John.1856 Granted to Sir Thomas Tancred, who built thefirst homestead.1858 Leased by Thomas Duncan, Crown Prosecutor.1865 Purchased by Duncan who enlarged the houseand named the property “Strowan” after afamily estate in Scotland (derived from StRowan, a seventh-century scholar and saint).1890 GG Stead, a noted businessman and horsebreeder, bought the property.1918 30 acres purchased by St Andrew’s CollegeBoard. Part of Normans Road frontage sold forbuilding sections.1920 Stables (on site of Arts Block) converted intolaboratories. Gymnasium built alongside.1921 Nos. 2 and 3 fields laid – previously potatopaddocks.1922 Quadrangle formed. Old Rutherford House(initially called Junior House and now calledErwin) begun. Preparatory School, classroomsand open air dormitories sited there.1924 Old Rutherford House completed. Swimmingpool built.1926 Junior School built, facing Normans Road.1931 No. 3 field laid.1932 Driveway put through from Strowan House toJunior School.1933 Depression labour used to help build up andlandscape Strowan Stream1941 New tennis courts opened by junior school.Prefects’ study built.1944 Assembly Hall opened – previously theAmberley Girls’ College gymnasium.1945 A St Andrew’s Kindergarten established inWestern Road.1949 Science block opened. (Memorial to‘Pat’ Hyndman and Dudley Bowker, two OldCollegians killed in World War II).1951 Boarders’ recreation hall opened.1952 Preparatory School built on present site (forYears 7 and 8). Chapel foundation stone laid.1953 ‘Old Boys’ Field’ laid; the work of the Old Boys’Association.1954 Memorial Chapel built on the site of The Grove,across Strowan stream.30

History1955 Extensions to Preparatory School (forStandards 3 and 4).1958 ‘Wilson Field’ laid (formerly a boggy horsepaddock). Project directed by an Old Collegian,D.C. Wilson. Band room also built. A two-storeywing added to south end of science block.1959 Cricket pavilion erected, and baths’ dressingsheds.1961 A two-storey administration and libraryclassroomblock added to north end of scienceblock.1964 Second storey added to science block.1965 TD Burnett Memorial Block and MountainLodge opened.1967 Jubilee Hall opened. Chisholm Wing added toMountain Lodge.1970 Richard Askin Memorial Band Room built.Rutherford House built.1973 Cafeteria and Theatre opened.1974 Arts block opened and grass tennis courts laid.1975 Further Preparatory School extensions opened.Name of Old Rutherford changed to ErwinBlock.1976 New library wing and senior study begun.1977 New library wing, senior study, squash courtsand Preparatory School extensions opened.New hostel buildings commenced. Squashcourts built.1978 Agricultural laboratory opened. New tenniscourts and maintenance area developed. Newboarding houses built.1979 Opening of MacGibbon and Thompson Houses.1980 Opening of music suite.1981 Fundraising appeal to restore Strowan Houseand add fourth floor to Arts block.1982 Restoration of exterior of Strowan House.Refurbishment of staff room and laundry.Completion of fourth floor on Arts block.Upgrading of Science laboratories. New FineArts centre opened. College display atCanterbury A & P Show.1983 Erwin House renovated. Deans introduced.1984 Erwin classrooms, computer laboratory andhorticultural shade house set up.1985 Restoration of exterior of Strowan house andestablishment of museum and photographicdisplay. Preparatory School given separateidentity.1986 New remedial department, Strowan House.New lighting in Junior School.New stained glass window in Chapel.Horticultural tunnel house completed. Newstorage facilities in gymnasium. Alterations3231

Historyto metalwork department, BurnettBlock. Refurbishing of 7th form study (nowroom10). Showcases built for museum by OldBoys’ Association.1987 Year Book introduced. Upgrading of sciencelaboratory. New covered entry to dining room.Remodelling of administration offices.1988 Introduction of in-house computer systemfor school administration, renovations tolibrary and science laboratories; new staffroomat Preparatory School; new stock-wateringsystem at Cave farms; new drying room atMountain Lodge. The swimming pool washeated.1989 Chapel refurbishment, upgrading of geographydepartment, boarding houses and food storagearea in Strowan. New staff committees. Curatoremployed. Museum established.1990 New gymnasium floor. Preparatory Schoolextensions commenced. Senior Collegeconcept approved. Publicity officerappointed.1991 Jubilee planning committee set up. SeniorCollege Student Centre commenced. Quadredesigned.1992 Opening of Senior College 75th Jubileecelebrations. Director of Developmentappointed. Quadrangle redeveloped. RentoulHouse for girl boarders opened.1993 Normans Road widened. Rutherford Houseremodelled. Second girls’ boarding houseopened.1994 New physics laboratory and library extensionsopened. Computer system installed in library.Theatre and gymnasium extensions started.1995 Formation of Art Acquisition committee. Juniorschool renovated.1996 Ager sports pavilion opened. New chairman forFoundation. Fundraising committeebegins planning for $3 million capital campaignfor new technology centre. Full coeducation (by2000) announced. Office of Bursar ceased,replaced by that of Administration Manager andFinancial Accountant.1997 Erwin building moved to a temporary siteon the far side of number 3 field andconstruction started on the new technologycentre.1998 RDH Steel Technology Centre opened 24 July.Car park put in front of Senior College. Erwinmoved to present site opposite AssemblyHall (on rollers across rugby field, down behindThompson House then across the cricket field).1999 Preparatory School technology centre in theBurnett Block reopened. Science blockupstairs renovated. Co-education nowcomplete. Thompson House restructured forGirls. Maintenance workshop relocated at endof Wilson Field near Band Room.2000 St Andrew’s College Pre-School opened on 17July. Junior School relocated to new site.Fine Arts rebuilt on same site. MacGibbonHouse restructured.2002 Music suite completely refurbished andextended. English Language Centre opened inthe old Girls High School in Cranmer Square.2003 Television and Media studies suite refurbished.New play area for Preparatory School.2004 Preparatory School Arts & Library Centreopened. Two squash courts converted into agym.2006 Senior College officially named Rentoul SeniorCollege.2007 90th anniversary celebrations. Mrs ChristineLeighton appointed Rector.2008 Castle Hill outdoor education centrecompletely rebuilt and renamed the AlistairSidey Mountain Lodge. Work commenced onnew Science and Mathematics block.2009 Spiro Science and Mathematics Centrecompleted. New sports pavilion and changingrooms constructed at south end of ScienceBlock. Work commenced on new quadrangle.2010 Foundation Sports Pavilion opened.New all-weather sports courts constructedon lower field.Construction of newPreparatory School commenced. Stage 1 wascompleted in OcoberSeptember 4 7.1 Earthquake.Trumic family donated ‘cubes’ created by NeilDawson.2011 January completion of the new PreparatorySchool. Trumic family donated ‘Cubes’ createdby Neil Dawson. Strowan House refurbished.6.3 Earthquake, February 22.Thompson and MacGibbon Housesdemolished along with the Pipe Band Room.Extensive damage to Chapel and StrowanHouse. Strengthening of the Arts Block andRutherford House to meet current buildingcodes.32

Senior College Uniform: ExistingYear 12 and 13 Girls’ Uniform: Summer•• Senior Senior College College braided braided blazer;blazer•• College College jersey/vest jersey/vest (optional);(optional)•• White White blouse: blouse: short- short- or or long-sleeved;long-sleeved•• Navy Navy blue blue tie;tie•• Navy Navy blue blue skirt skirt (hem on the (hem on the knee);knee)•• Navy Navy blue blue knee-high knee-high socks;socks•• Black Black conservative conservative lace-up lace-up shoes.shoesYear 12 and 13 Girls’ Uniform: Winter•• Senior Senior College College braided braided blazer;blazer•• College College jersey/vest jersey/vest (optional);(optional)•• White White blouse: blouse: short- short- or or long-sleeved;long-sleeved•• Navy Navy blue blue tie;tie•• Kilt Kilt (Fergusson (Fergusson tartan tartan - mid-calf - mid-calf length);length)•• Navy Navy blue blue knee-high knee-high socks, socks, or or tights;tights•• Black Black conservative conservative lace-up lace-up shoes.shoesYear 12 and 13 Boys’ Uniform: Summer•Senior Senior College College braided braided blazerblazer;•College College jersey/vest jersey/vest (optional)(optional);•White White shirt: shirt: short- short- or or long-sleevedlong-sleeved;•Navy Navy blue blue tietie;•Navy Navy blue blue walk walk shortsshorts or grey long trousers;•Camel Camel walk walk socks socks (blue and white (blue and white bands);bands)•Black Black conservative conservative lace-up lace-up shoesshoes.Year 12 and 13 Boys’ Uniform: Winter•Senior College braided blazer;•College jersey/vest (optional);•White shirt: short- or long-sleeved;•Navy blue tie;•Grey long trousers;•Grey Black/grey short socksshort socks;•Black conservative lace-up shoes.

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