NAPIER GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL NCEA COURSES 2012

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Contents Contents ............................................................................................................................................................ 2 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 Using this Booklet .............................................................................................................................................. 3 Use This Formula to Choose Your Pathway ....................................................................................................... 3 Personal Planner Subject Choices and Course Confirmation ............................................................................ 4 Subject Choices and Course Confirmation ........................................................................................................ 5 Policy Regarding Late Option Changes .............................................................................................................. 5 Final Option Choices .......................................................................................................................................... 5 Careers Advice ................................................................................................................................................... 6 Employment Skills Survey .................................................................................................................................. 6 Careers -­‐ Subject Choice Considerations ........................................................................................................... 6 National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) ................................................................................. 7 Year 11 Subject Selection ................................................................................................................................ 11 Year 12 Subject Selection ................................................................................................................................ 11 Year 13 Subject Selection ................................................................................................................................ 11 Employment Skills ........................................................................................................................................... 12 STAR Courses ................................................................................................................................................... 12 Gateway .......................................................................................................................................................... 12 NCEA Fees ........................................................................................................................................................ 13 School Fees ...................................................................................................................................................... 14 Curriculum Planner (2012) .............................................................................................................................. 15 NCEA Changes in 2012 ..................................................................................................................................... 15 English 11ENG 2012 ................................................................................................................................... 16 English 11ENB 2012 ................................................................................................................................... 17 French 11FRE 2012 .................................................................................................................................... 18 Japanese 11JAP 2012 ........................................................................................................................ 19 Te Reo Maori 11MAO 2012 ................................................................................................................. 20 Spanish 11SPA 2012 ............................................................................................................................. 21 Mathematics A: Achievement Standards Course 11MAT 2012 .................................................................. 22 Mathematics B : Achievement Standards Course 11MAB 2012 ................................................................. 23 Mathematics: Unit Standards Course 11SMA 2012 .................................................................................. 24 Science 11SCI 2012 ............................................................................................................................. 25 Comprehensive Science 11SCC 2012 ....................................................................................................... 26 Science Alternative 11SCA 2012 .............................................................................................................. 27 Social Studies 11SST 2012 .................................................................................................................... 28 Employment Skills 11EMP 2012 ............................................................................................................. 29 Geography 11GEO 2012 .................................................................................................................... 30 History 11HIS 2012 ............................................................................................................................. 31 Accounting 11ACC 2012 ...................................................................................................................... 32 Economics 11ECO 2012 ......................................................................................................................... 33 Visual Arts Digital Media 11ADM 2012 .................................................................................................... 34 Music 11MUO 2012 .............................................................................................................................. 36 Drama 11DRA 2012 ............................................................................................................................. 37 Physical Education 11PED 2012 .............................................................................................................. 38 Computing 11COM 2012 .................................................................................................................... 39 Digital Technologies 11DIG 2012 ............................................................................................................ 40 Technology Textiles 11TET 2012 ............................................................................................................. 41 Technology Materials 11TEM 2012 ......................................................................................................... 42 2

Introduction This book has been designed to assist students and parents/caregivers to make an informed choice of course for next year. When selecting their subjects, students should consider: q their abilities, strengths and weaknesses q their interests q what is needed for their possible employment direction or future course of study Students and parents/caregivers are strongly encouraged to read this book carefully and to use the school’s support structures for help when needed. Using this Booklet 1. Name this book and keep in a safe place while subject selection and discussion is taking place - until Term 1 next year. 2. Read it carefully with your parent/caregiver. 3. Read the formula for choosing subjects. 4. Complete as much of the Personal Planner as you can. This is helpful when discussing your subject choices with staff. If you need help in choosing an appropriate course ask your: q Careers Adviser q Dean q Subject teacher q Teacher-­‐in-­‐charge of the subject q Form Teacher Use This Formula to Choose Your PathwayEMPLOYMENT DIRECTION You may not know what work you would like to do -­‐ the majority don't. You may have several careers during your lifetime so keep your subjects as wide as possible. But if you do know or if you have ideas about what you might do, you can find out what range of subjects may be needed. English, Maths and Science are necessary in so many careers that you should include them if at all possible. ABILITY Now take your ability. How good are you at a subject? How easily do you understand it? Your report marks and comments will help you to estimate your ability. Discuss your ability with your teachers as you might have a false idea of how well you can do something. Be careful not to underrate your ability. EMPLOYMENT DIRECTION + ABILITY + INTEREST = SUBJECT CHOICE The Personal Planner on the next page should make you think about these things in a little more detail Work through the planner and then read through the rest of the information in this booklet to make sure your choices are sensible and possible. You may have to modify your selection, but it is a good idea to have a starting point based on the formula above. INTEREST Add to your ability your interest -­‐ what you enjoy doing. Reasons for enjoyment might be because of the work, or because you seem good at it. You gain more satisfaction and probably reach a higher standard in your work if you are interested in it. SUBJECT CHOICE Go through the possible subjects as listed in the Curriculum Planner. ü Put a big tick alongside each possibility and investigate those subjects thoroughly. 3

Personal PlannerI would like to be … WHAT ARE MY CAREER GOALS? WILL I NEED TO GO TO UNIVERSITY? YES CAREFULLY READ PAGES 6TO 13 CAREFULLY READ PAGES 6 TO 13 NO WILL I NEED FURTHER EDUCATION OR TRAINING? YES WHAT SUBJECTS WILL I NEED IN Y13? WHAT SUBJECTS DID I DO / WILL I NEED IN Y12? WHAT SUBJECTS DID I DO / WILL I NEED IN Y11? WHAT SUBJECTS AM I GOOD AT? WHAT SUBJECTS DO I ENJOY? SO ….WHAT SUBJECTS WILL I CHOOSE? 4

Subject Choices and Course Confirmation Choose your subjects carefully, in consultation with as many people as you can. Make full use of your Careers Adviser, Dean, Form Teacher, parents and other people who can help you to think about your career opportunities, and the best choice of subjects for you. You will be asked to indicate your subject choices before the end of the year. There will be a Subject Information Evening for students and parents to talk to teachers on Thursday 8 th September 2012 Student choices determine the timetable and classes for next year – they are very important. Subject staffing is also allocated based on these choices. Final confirmation of your course will need to be made with your Dean on: either or Thursday 26 th January 2012 Friday 27 th January 2012 On these dates staff will be available to consult with any students who are still having difficulty making their final choices or whose NCEA results were not as expected. At this stage, any changes will have to fit the timetable structure. Notes Although it is possible to change a subject in February, there is no guarantee that you will get into a different subject, as option lines will already have been determined. If numbers opting for a subject are low, that subject may not run. Students who do not contact their Dean by the correct time will not be able to change their subjects. Policy Regarding Late Option Changes Subject choices must be made by the given deadline date. Any student who feels she has a very good reason for changing any of her subjects after that date will need to have a letter written by one of her caregivers to her Dean, setting out the reasons for the change. The Dean will meet with the Senior Management and other Deans where the final decision will be made as to whether the change can occur. Caregivers may discuss the matter with the Dean before the meeting but no decision will be made until after the meeting. The latest a student can join a course is the end of March. Final Option Choices Make a copy here of your Subject Choices for next year. 5

Careers Advice To be a young person of school age in these days of change and uncertainty is a heavy responsibility. Where do you get the best advice? What do you need in order to survive and prosper in the “knowledge economy”? Successful people all have one thing in common. Whatever their field of study they have been sufficiently flexible in outlook to take advantage of unexpected opportunities. A good education and an adaptable outlook are the key factors to many different and satisfying careers. Employers look for good grades in whatever field of study. They also look for enthusiasm and passion -­‐ they expect students to be able to explain why they chose their particular course of study and why they enjoyed it. The enjoyment of their studies gives them the “X” factor -­‐ the competitive edge. Attitude is everything! Employment Skills Survey (Victoria University Research) Top Ten Skills/Attributes Sought After by Employers: q Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills q Problem-­‐solving skills q Sound academic achievement q Self-­‐motivated / self-­‐managing / self-­starterq Analytical and conceptual skills q Flexible and adaptable “Can Do” attitude q Team player q Strong written communication skills q Energy and enthusiasm q Creative / innovative Other Skills and Attributes Mentioned by Employers were: q Results orientated (meeting deadlines) q All-­‐rounder q Taking ownership (extra effort) q Advanced computer literacy q Passion / Drive / Ambition q Real world experience using technical skills q Confidence q Positive attitude Careers -­‐ Subject Choice Considerations What careers are out there? Think about these -­‐ you can probably add more yourself. Ø Animals, Plants and Nature Ø Research and Knowledge Ø Law and Protection Ø Education and Community Ø Sport and Leisure Ø Health Ø Hospitality, Tourism and Beauty Ø Distribution and Driving Ø Arts and Media Ø Manufacturing and Craft Ø Engineering and Construction Ø Information Technology, Electronics and Electrical Ø Business and Money Ø Sales and Marketing q Which Science or combination of Sciences should I take? q Which Mathematics -­‐ Mathematics with Statistics, Mathematics with Calculus? q Should I continue with English at Year 13? q Is an academic or a vocational course better for my career choice? 6

National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) New Zealand's National Certificates of Educational Achievement (NCEA) are national qualifications for senior secondary school students. NCEA challenges students of all abilities in all learning areas, and shows credits and grades for separate skills and knowledge. It enables students to gain credits from both traditional school curriculum areas and alternative programmes. NCEA and other national certificates are recognised by employers and used as the benchmark for selection by universities and polytechnics. NCEA is also readily accepted overseas, including by universities. When applying for employment, prospective employees can create a summary of their results from their Record of Achievement. Since its introduction in 2002, the NCEA qualification system has progressively been improved through a number of initiatives. How it works q Each year, students study a number of courses or subjects. q In each subject, skills and knowledge are assessed against a number of standards. For example, a Mathematics standard could be: Use decimals and percentages to solve problems. q Schools use a range of internal and external assessments to measure how well students meet these standards. q When a student achieves a standard, they gain a number of credits. Students must achieve a certain number of credits to gain an NCEA certificate. q There are three levels of NCEA certificate, depending on the difficulty of the standards achieved. In general, students work through levels 1 to 3 in years 11 to 13 at school. q Students are recognised for high achievement at each level by gaining NCEA with Merit or NCEA with Excellence. Types of standards Students can achieve two types of standard -­‐ unit standards and achievement standards. q Unit standards are competency based q Achievement standards are New Zealand curriculum based How standards are achieved As students study new topics, their teachers will explain what will be assessed and how. Teachers ensure that students are prepared for assessment. If students pass the assessment, the standard is achieved. Assessments measure what a student knows or can do against the registered criteria of a standard in courses they study. If they meet the criteria, they achieve the standard, and gain credits towards a qualification. Some standards are internally assessed by teachers during the year. Other standards are assessed externally by NZQA at the end of the year. Internal assessment Internal assessments are used to assess skills and knowledge that cannot be tested in an exam, e.g. speeches, research projects and performances. External assessment Most external assessments are by examination at the end of the year. For some subjects, e.g. Technology or Visual Arts, students submit a portfolio of their work at the end of year. 7

Recognising high achievement Certificates can be 'endorsed' to reflect high achievement in a significant number of standards. From 2012, course endorsements will show that students have performed well in an individual course. Certificate endorsement If a student gains 50 credits at Excellence, their NCEA will be endorsed with Excellence. Likewise, if a student gains 50 credits at Merit (or Merit and Excellence), their NCEA will be endorsed with Merit. The Record of Achievement shows endorsement awards. Credits earned can count towards an endorsement over more than one year and more than one level. However, they must be gained at the level of the certificate or above. For example, Level 2 credits will count towards endorsement of a Level 1 NCEA, but Level 1 credits will not count towards endorsement of a Level 2 NCEA. Course endorsement Course endorsements were introduced in 2011. A course endorsement provides recognition for a student who has performed exceptionally well in an individual course. The key objective of a course endorsement is to motivate students to achieve their potential in one or more courses. Students will gain an endorsement for a course if, in a single school year, they achieve: q 14 or more credits at Merit or Excellence, and q at least 3 of these credits from externally assessed standards and 3 credits from internally assessed standards. Note, this does not apply to Physical Education, Religious Studies and level 3 Visual Arts. A course endorsement is not a qualification. University Entrance University Entrance (UE) is the minimum requirement to go to a New Zealand university. You will need: Approved subjects -­‐ 42 credits at Level 3 or higher, made up of: • 14 credits in one approved subject • 14 credits in another approved subject • 14 credits from one or two additional domains or approved subjects Literacy requirements -­‐ 8 credits in English or te reo Maori at Level 2 or higher, made up of: • 4 credits in reading • 4 credits in writing Numeracy requirements -­‐ 14 credits in Numeracy at Level 1 or higher. From 2014, students will need all of the following to be awarded UE: • Attain NCEA Level 3 • Achieve 14 credits at level three in each of three subjects from the list of approved subjects. The list of approved subjects will consist of subjects derived from the New Zealand Curriculum with achievement standards at Level 3. • Achieve UE numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 and above from specific achievement standards, or three specific numeracy unit standards. • Achieve UE literacy – 10 credits (five in reading and five in writing) at Level 2 and above from specific standards. Please Note University Entrance is not automatic, even if the above requirements are met. Many universities are implementing a “points” system based on the number of Merit and Excellence credits obtained. 9

Approved subjects for University Entrance Accounting Agriculture & Horticulture Biology Chemistry Chinese Classical Studies Computing Cook Islands Maori Dance Design (Practical Art) Drama Economics English FrenchGeography German Graphics Health Education History History of Art Indonesian Japanese Korean Latin Mathematics with Calculus Statistics and Modelling Media Studies Music StudiesPainting (Practical Art) Photography (Practical Art) Physical Education Physics Printmaking (Practical Art) Samoan Science Sculpture (Practical Art) Spanish Social Studies Technology Te Reo Rangatira or Te Reo Maori Discretionary Entrance All New Zealand universities have agreed on a common set of guidelines for Discretionary Entrance. Discretionary Entrance is based on Level 2 NCEA. It is structured similarly to Provisional Entrance but has the additional requirement that students must meet the literacy and numeracy standards required for university entrance. NZQA has specified the standards that contribute to these requirements. Further information from the Careers Adviser or directly from the University Admissions Office. English Requirements for Overseas Students Tertiary institutions will ask for original documents or certified photocopies of one of the following: q Level 2 Literacy credits in English as listed above; q a pass in English in the GCE 'O' level examination; q a TOEFL and a TWE (Test of Written English) pass; q Grade C3 or above in SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) English 322. NOTE: Some universities also request an IELTS band score of 6 with no band less than 5.5 – see the Careers Adviser NCEA Changes in 2012 The Ministry of Education began a review of all NCEA standards in 2007. This will result in many changes to NCEA courses at Level 2 (Year 12) in 2012. Unfortunately, the changes will not be finalised until November for most subjects. This means that much of the information in the Level 2 booklet is subject to change. Subject teachers will keep the Year 11 students informed of these changes.10

Year 11 Subject Selection It is school policy that all students take English, Mathematics, Science and generally also a Social Science. Three other subjects are studied from those shown in the Curriculum Planner. In addition, students have 1 hour a week to cover: q Study skills lessons q Study q Careers Education lessons The following subjects must be studied at Y11 if a student wishes to study them at Y12 or Y13: q French q Japanese q Maori q Spanish q Accounting Please Note Courses will only run if sufficient students choose that subject. Year 12 Subject Selection Some students who gain their Level 1 NCEA with the minimum number of credits may find study at Level 2 difficult. Some subjects have specific Level 1 Achievement Standards which are pre-­‐requisites for Level 2 entry. In borderline cases a rough guide of 16 credits from a 24 credit Level 1 course would be needed to study the subject at Level 2. The subject Head of Department will make the final decision on a student studying a subject at Level 2. These guidelines are to ensure students are studying and achieving at an appropriate level. Year 12 entry with full NCEA Level 1 Students who intend to do Level 3 studies (Year 13) with the intention of going on to tertiary education will need to select five Level 2 subjects, including English or Te Reo. In special circumstances a student may do six full Level 2 subjects. Application to do a sixth subject must be made to the student’s Dean. Year 12 entry with limited NCEA Level 1 Students will need to choose five subjects including English. It is possible to do a subject at Level 2 if you had satisfactory results in that subject at Level 1. Students may also choose Level 1 subjects, although the aim should be to achieve at least 60 credits at Level 2. A series of vocational subjects is available. These can be combined with others to make up a full timetable. Alternatively, students can select the combination described below with the aim of achieving the National Certificate of Employment Skills (see below). Please Note Courses will only run if sufficient students choose that subject. Year 13 Subject Selection Some students who gain their Level 2 NCEA with the minimum number of credits may find study at Level 3 difficult. Some subjects have specific Level 2 Achievement Standards which will be pre-­‐requisites for Level 3 entry. In borderline cases a rough guide of 16 credits from a 24 credit Level 2 course would be needed to study the subject at Level 3. The subject Head of Department will make the final decision on a student studying a subject at Level 3. These guidelines are to ensure students are studying and achieving at an appropriate level. 11

Year 13 entry with full NCEA Level 2 It is recommended that students select five Level 3 subjects with the aim of achieving NCEA Level 3. It is essential that all students meet the University Entrance Requirement which is outlined in this booklet. Year 13 entry with limited NCEA Level 2 Students will need to select 5 subjects. These may be mainly from the level 2 options with the aim of achieving NCEA Level 2 before leaving school. It is possible to do a single subject at Level 3 if you have achieved a good result in that subject at Level 2. This would be at the discretion of the subject Head of Department. It is possible to include combinations of vocational modules (STAR) in place of full subjects. Please Note Courses will only run if sufficient students choose that subject. Employment Skills Employment skills is a course at Year 11 and 12 for selected students. It can be taken as a one year course at each level or as a two year course. It is likely that students taking this course would gain some work experience during the year. The National Certificate in Employment Skills (NCES) recognises core skills and attributes for successful employment and further learning. Standards offered in Employment Skills contribute to the National Certificate in Employment Skills. Credits awarded in this course may also contribute to NCEA (this is currently being confirmed with NZQA). For further enquiries please see Mrs van der Linden or the Careers Department. STAR Courses Under the Government's S.T.A.R. (Secondary Tertiary Alignment Resource) funding programme, students will have the opportunity to do both secondary courses at school and tertiary training for non-­‐conventional courses with other “providers”. Course costs are funded by Government. Such courses will generally apply to students who are not doing a full Y12 or Y13 academic programme. Courses available may include: q Customer Service q Business Administration and Computing q Computer Graphics q Engineering q Retailing q Restaurant Skills/Cookery q Fashion Illustration q Early Childhood Care q Hairdressing q Mechanical and Automotive q Carpentry q Electronics q Animal Care q Wine ScienceGateway The Gateway Programme is about students completing a work placement and having their learning in the workplace assessed against Unit and/or Achievement Standards on the NQF and is integrated with their current programme of study. Workplace learning is a formalised arrangement so that students have a clear understanding of the knowledge and skills to be attained in the workplace. The Gateway Programme is about students completing a work placement and having their learning in the workplace assessed against Unit and/or Achievement Standards on the NQF and is integrated with their current programme of study. Workplace learning is a formalised arrangement so that students have a clear understanding of the knowledge and skills to be attained in the workplace. For further enquiries please see Mrs van der Linden. 12

In order to meet the needs of students staying on at school, it is important that courses are selected in close consultation with the Careers Adviser/STAR/Gateway co-­‐ordinator (Mrs Horrocks) and the Y12 and Y13 Deans. The confirmed list of courses will be available to students when making their choices at our course information evening Thursday 8 th September and when students confirm their enrolment for classes Thursday 26 th January / Friday 27 th January 2012 NCEA Fees All subjects at Year 11 -­‐ 13 levels incur fee payments. NCEA Level 1, 2 & 3 Fee: $75 Please note: q Students pay their NZQA fees directly to the school. A date will be set early in the year. Students will be notified of the due date. q Financial assistance is available. To be eligible to apply you must be the fee payer and meet at least one of the following criteria: Ø be receiving a Work and Income or Study Link benefit; Ø have a joint family income below the threshold for receipt of a Community Services Card; Ø have more than one child in the family undertaking these qualifications in the same year, irrespective of income. Information and application forms for financial assistance are available from school. 13

School Fees School donation: please note that this is tax deductible. $170.00 for one student $300.00 for two or more students from the same family The anticipated likely cost for each subject is given below. Subject workbooks are an additional cost – as quoted in the subject information SUBJECT Y11 Y12 Y13 ACCOUNTING $24 $35 $24 ART DESIGN $100 $100 ART HISTORY $50 $50 ART PAINTING $50 $50 $50 ART DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS STUDIES COMPUTING/DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES $25 $25 $25 DRAMA $10 $10 $10 ECONOMICS $20 $20 $35 EMPLOYMENT SKILLS FOOD TECHNOLOGY and NUTRITION $55 $55 $55 FRENCH $20 $20 $20 GEOGRAPHY plus Field Trip costs $23 $23 $23 GRAPHICS – Design and Visual Communication $30 $30 $30 HISTORY plus Field Trip costs $10 $10 $10 JAPANESE $27 $12 $12 MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS TECHNOLOGY $30 $30 $30 PHOTOGRAPHY $250 $250 PHYSICAL EDUCATION $25 $30 $40 SCIENCE $24 $20-­‐25 $25-­‐30 SPANISH $8 $8 $8 TECHNOLOGY MATERIALS $50 $50 $50 TECHNOLOGY TEXTILES $15 $15 $15 TOURISM $50 $50 Notes Hewett House students: Fees and costs will be automatically charged to your account. Day students: Please make cheques payable to Napier Girls’ High School. Write the student’s name on the back of the cheque and enclose the remittance slip from the invoice. Please post to Finance Officer, Napier Girls’ High School, Clyde Road, Napier 4110 If paying by internet banking, please include the student’s name, or ask your daughter to bring payments to the school office. Automatic payments are welcome. Please arrange with the Finance Officer (Mrs Birks) -­‐ phone 06 835 1069 x702 14 $10 $75

Curriculum Planner (2012) LEARNING AREAS Y9-­‐Y10 Y11 – NCEA LEVEL 1 Y12 – NCEA LEVEL 2 Y13 – NCEA LEVEL 3 English à English à English à English ENGLISH English English English B Learning Support English B English B English Literacy Languages Te Reo Maori à Te Reo Maori à Te Reo Maori à Te Reo Maori LANGUAGES French à French à French à French Spanish à Spanish à Spanish à Spanish Japanese à Japanese à Japanese à Japanese MATHEMATICS SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY SOCIAL SCIENCES HEALTH & PHYSICAL WELL-­‐BEING THE ARTS Maths à Maths A (Ach Standards) à Maths A àæ Maths with Calculus æ Maths B à Statistics & Modelling Maths B (Ach Standards) äà Maths (Unit Standards) à Maths Applied Science à Science à Science æ Science à Chemistry à Chemistry Comprehensive Science à Physics à Physics Alternative Science Biology à Biology Horticulture à Agri-­‐Business Technology ICT Technology Computing à Digital Technologies à Computing/Digital Technology à æ Digital Technologies ä Food Technology & Nutrition à Food Technology à Food Technology & Nutrition à Textiles Technology à Food Technology & Nutrition Textiles Tech à Textiles Technology à Materials Technology à Textiles Technology Materials Tech à Materials Technology à Graphics * à Materials Technology Graphics * à Graphics * à Graphics * Social Sciences à Social Studies à Social Studies à Social Studies History à History à History æ Classical Studies à Classical Studies Geography à Geography à Geography æ Tourism à Tourism Economics à Economics à Economics Accounting à Accounting à Accounting Employment Skills à Employment Skills Business Enterprise Health & PE à Physical Education à Physical Education Health/Physical Education à à Physical Education Sports’ Studies The Arts Design à Design Art à Visual Arts Painting à Painting -­‐ Art Painting Photography à Photography -­‐ Art Digital Technology Art History à Art History Music ä Music à Music à Music à Music Drama à Drama à Drama à Drama Subjects in bold are compulsory * Graphics – Design and Visual Communication NCEA Changes in 2012 The Ministry of Education began a review of all NCEA standards in 2007. This will result in many changes to NCEA courses at Level 2 (Year 12) in 2012. Unfortunately, the changes will not be finalised until November for most subjects. This means that much of the information in the Level 2 booklet is subject to change. Subject teachers will keep the Year 11 students informed of these changes15

English 11ENG 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Reading skills with a wide range of texts, such as novel, short stories, poetry, non-­‐fiction, film, Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” or “Romeo and Juliet” Creative and formal writing Delivering a speech HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 6 Level 1 Achievement Standards : 3 internally assessed to make up 10 credits 3 externally assessed to make up 12 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 English WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 English –if you achieve at least 15 credits, including 8 credits in the external examination. WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Nil WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Ms Blair CODE AS/US LEVEL ENGLISH LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT 90849 1.1 90850 1.2 90851 1.3 90052, 90053 1.4 0R 1.5 Show understanding of specified aspects of studied written text(s), with supporting evidence Show understanding of specified aspects of studied visual or oral text(s), with supporting evidence Show understanding of significant aspects of unfamiliar written texts through close reading, with supporting evidence 4 External 4 External 4 External Produce formal or creative writing 3 Internal 90857 1.6 Construct and deliver an oral presentation 3 Internal 90852 1.8 Explain significant connections across texts, with evidence from each text 4 Internal 16

English 11ENB 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Reading skills with a wide range of texts, such as novel, short stories, poetry, non-­‐fiction, film Writing skills Delivering a speech HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 6 Level 1 Achievement Standards : 4 internally assessed make up 13 credits 2 externally assessed make up 8 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 English WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 English B if 12 credits, including 4 externally assessed credits, are achieved WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Nil WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Ms Blair CODE 90849 90850 90053 90857 90858 90852 AS LEVEL 1.1 1.2 ENGLISH LEVEL 1 Show understanding of specified aspects of studied written text(s), with supporting evidence Show understanding of specified aspects of studied visual or oral text(s), with supporting evidence CREDIT INT/EXT 4 External 4 External 1.5 Produce formal writing 3 Internal 1.6 Construct and deliver an oral presentation 3 Internal 1.7 Create a visual and verbal text 3 Internal 1.8 Explain significant connections across texts, with evidence from each text 4 Internal 17

French 11FRE 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? You will learn to communicate in French beyond the immediate context, for example, using past and future tenses. The emphasis is on being able to share information and ideas and express opinions. You will learn to understand and produce a variety of text types, developing skills in interacting, speaking, listening, reading and writing in French. The French language, as well as French culture are studied. This course is task-­‐based, rather than topic driven, and subject material follows student interest. A portfolio of different written texts and a portfolio of different interactions are produced during the year. NGHS has an annual student exchange with Collège Normandie in Nouméa, New Caledonia. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed make up 14 credits 2 externally assessed make up 10 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 French WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 French It is essential to complete Level 1 prior to the Level 2 or Level 3 courses WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Course fee: $15 to cover subscription to www.languageperfect.com , a vocabulary practice website. The purchase of a verb wheel ($10), NCEA Level 1 vocabulary and grammar book ($15) and a dictionary ($15) is strongly recommended. These can be ordered through school at the start of the year. WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Stockill or Ms Mustard CODE AS LEVEL FRENCH LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT 90879 1.2 90880 1.3 90882 1.5 90878 1.1 90881 1.4 Give a spoken presentation in French that communicates a personal response Interact using spoken French to communicate personal information, ideas and opinions in different situations Students produce a portfolio of recordings Write a variety of text types in French on areas of most immediate relevance Students produce a portfolio of written texts Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken French texts on areas of most immediate relevance Demonstrate understanding of a variety of French texts on areas of most immediate relevance 4 Internal 5 Internal 5 Internal 5 External 5 External 18

Japanese 11JAP 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? To develop the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing To increase the use of kanji in my writing To communicate in Japanese on various topics such as: q giving directions q travel and holidays q shopping, eating and drinking q family, home and daily routines HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed make up 14 credits 2 externally assessed make up 10 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Japanese WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Japanese It is essential to complete Level 1 prior to the Level 2 or Level 3 course WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $15 subscription to Language Perfect website WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Parnell CODE AS LEVEL JAPANESE LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT90893 1.1 90894 1.2 90895 1.3 90896 1.4 90897 1.5 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Japanese texts on areas of most immediate relevance Give a spoken presentation in Japanese that communicates a personal response. Interact using spoken Japanese to communicate personal information, ideas and opinions in different situations. Demonstrate understanding of a variety of Japanese texts on areas of most immediate relevance. Write a variety of text types in Japanese on areas of most immediate relevance. 5 External 4 Internal 5 Internal 5 External 5 Internal 19

Te Reo Maori 11MAO 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Using the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, you will learn about: q Mihi whakamōhio; q Imaginative / narrative writing; q Advertising and report writing; q Descriptive writing; q Tohutohu -­‐ giving instructions and giving directions; q Kōrerorero -­‐ dialogue. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed make up 18 credits 2 externally assessed make up 12 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Te Reo Maori WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Te Reo Maori Level 3 credits in Te Reo Maori Level 1 is essential prior to the Level 2 or Level 3 course WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Nil WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Cracknell CODEAS/USLEVELTE REO MAORI LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT91085 1.1 Whakarongo (Listening)kia mohio ki te reo o tōna ao 6 Internal 91086 1.2 Kōrero (Talking)kia whakamahi i te reo o tōna ao 6 Internal 91087 1.3 Panui (Reading) kia mohio ki te reo o tōna ao 6 External 91088 1.4 Tuhituhi (Writing) i te reo o tōna ao 6 External 91089 1.5 Waihanga tuhinga I te reo o tona ao 6 Internal 20

Spanish 11SPA 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? To develop the skills of Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking on: • holidays and travel • work • education • health • fiestas • the Hispanic world HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed make up 14 credits 2 externally assessed make up 10 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Spanish WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Spanish It is essential to complete Level 1 prior to the Level 2 or Level 3 course WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $15 – For access to Language Perfect website Students also need to purchase a dictionary and a headset WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Parnell or Ms Stirland CODE90908 1.1 90909 1.2 90910 1.3 90911 1.4 90912 1.5 AS/USLEVELSPANISH LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXTDemonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Spanish texts on areas of most immediate relevance Give a spoken presentation in Spanish that communicates a personal response Interact using spoken Spanish to communicate personal information, ideas and opinions in different situations Demonstrate understanding of a variety of Spanish texts on areas of most immediate relevance Write a variety of text types in Spanish on areas of most immediate relevance 5 External 4 Internal 5 Internal 5 External 5 Internal 21

Mathematics A: Achievement Standards Course 11MAT 2012 Maths A is a full course of Level 1 Achievement Standards which will provide a good basis for studying Maths at Level 2 and beyond. WHAT WILL I LEARN? Skills in problem solving, logic, reasoning and communication Number: How to calculate, estimate and approximate How to solve problems in context Algebra: About patterns and relationships How to think abstractly and use symbols, diagrams and graphs Statistics: About posing questions and collecting, organising and analysing data About probabilities HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Achievement Standards 2 Internals worth 8 credits & 3 Externals worth 12 credits. Totalling to 20 credits for the course WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Maths WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Maths WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Nil WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Your Maths teacher. CODEAS/USLEVELMATHEMATICS LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT91026 AS1.1 Apply numeric reasoning when solving problems 4 Internal 91027 MCAT1.2 Apply algebraic methods 4 External 91028 AS1.3 Investigate relationships between tables, equations or graphs 4 External 91036 AS1.10 Investigate a given multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle 4 Internal 91037 AS1.12 Demonstrate understanding of chance and data 4 External 22

Mathematics B : Achievement Standards Course 11MAB 2012 Maths B offers a minimum of 19 credits in Achievement Standards at Level 1. This course is designed for students who will just be focussing on Achievement/Merit level work in the Achievement Standards. To get into this course your Maths teacher needs to recommend you. WHAT WILL I LEARN? Skills in problem solving, logic, reasoning and communication Number: How to calculate, estimate and approximate How to solve problems in context Algebra: About patterns and relationships How to think abstractly and use symbols, diagrams and graphs Statistics: About posing questions and collecting, organising and analysing data About probabilities HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Achievement Standards -­‐ 3 Internals worth 11 credits & 2 Externals worth 8 credits 2 Unit Standards each worth 1 credit Totalling to 21 credits for the course WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Maths & be recommended to take this course by your maths teacher WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Maths B WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Nil WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Your Maths teacher. CODEAS/USLEVELMATHEMATICS LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT91026 AS1.1 Apply numeric reasoning when solving problems 4 Internal 91027 MCAT1.2 Apply algebraic methods 4 External 91030 AS1.5 Apply Measurement in Solving problems 3 Internal 91036 AS1.10 Investigate a given multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle 4 Internal 91037 AS1.12 Demonstrate understanding of chance and data 4 External 5236 US1 Use Pythagoras’ Theorem and Trigonometry to find unknowns in right-­‐ angled triangles 1 Internal 5223 US1 Use formulae and equations to solve problems 1 Internal 23

Mathematics: Unit Standards Course 11SMA 2012 This course is aimed at students who have experienced difficulty with Y10 Maths. This course focuses on attaining the 10 credits required for numeracy before working on gaining further Level 1 credits. WHAT WILL I LEARN? Mathematical useful in vocational and everyday situations, including how to: q use decimals, percentages, fractions, ratio and proportion to solve problems (Number) q use formulae and equations to solve problems (Algebra) q use geometry to describe situations and use Pythagoras and trigonometry (Geometry) q carry out investigations and use probabilities; read and interpret graphs and tables (Statistics) q use standard units of measurement (Measurement) HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 new Level 1 Unit Standards which make up 12 credits 8 old Level 1 Unit Standards which make up 17 credits Totalling to 29 credits for the course WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? The numeracy requirement of NCEA Level 1 the first three bolded US in the list below In Y12 you may take a Maths Applied course WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Nil WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Your Maths teacher CODEAS/USLEVELMATHEMATICS UNIT STANDARDS LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT26623 US1 Use number to solve problems 4 Internal 26626 US1 Interpret statistical information for a purpose 3 Internal 26627 US1 Use measurement to solve problems 3 Internal 5236 US1 Use Pythagoras’ Theorem and Trigonometry to find unknowns in right-­‐ angled triangles 1 Internal 5223 US1 Use formulae and equations to solve problems 1 Internal The following are old US that can be used for credits they will NOT contribute to your numeracy requirements 8489 US1 Solve problems which require calculation with whole numbers 2 Internal 8490 US1 Solve problems using calculations with numbers expressed in different forms. 2 Internal 8491 US1 Read and interpret information presented in tables and graphs 2 Internal 8492 US1 Use standard units of measurement 3 Internal 5224 US1 Use decimals and percentages to solve problems 2 Internal 5225 US1 Use fractions, ratio and proportion to solve problems 2 Internal 5226 US1 Construct and use table and graphs 2 Internal 5232 US1 Determine probabilities in practical situations 2 Internal 24

Science 11SCI 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? The Material World: Atomic Structure The Physical World: Mechanics Metals Energy Chemical Processes The Living World: Genetics Planet Earth & Beyond: Astronomy HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 6 Level 1 Achievement Standards (90950 completed in Year 10 with options of more) 2 Internally assessed Achievement Standards (8 credits) 3 Externally assessed Achievement Standards (12 credits) WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Science WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 courses in Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Horticulture WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $24 (approximately) -­‐ for a workbook WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Your Science teacher, Mr Otto or Mrs McKenzie CODE90940 90943 90944 90947 * 90948 90950** 90949 * 90926 AS/USLEVELAS S1.1 AS S1.4 AS S1.5 AS S1.8 AS S1.9 AS S1.15 S1.10 B1.2 SCIENCE LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXTDemonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics 4 External Investigate the implication of heat in everyday life 4 Internal Demonstrate an understanding of acids and bases 4 External Investigate selected chemical reactions 4 Internal Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation Demonstrate understanding of the effect on planet Earth of astronomical cycles Investigate life processes and environmental factors that affect them. OR Report on a biological issue 4 External 4 Internal 4 Internal *The codes for these achievement standards are yet to be finalised, as they will be new in 2012. ** This standard was offered in Year 10. Students who achieved will add the credits to those gained in Year 11. Please note these topics are subject to change and additional topics may be added to adequately prepare students for level 2 Sciences. 25

Comprehensive Science 11SCC 2012 This course is designed for students who wish to explore Science more deeply. It will provide a good foundation for studying Chemistry, Physics or Biology at Level 2 and beyond. This is a demanding course. Students must have sound work habits and should be prepared to work more independently. WHAT WILL I LEARN? Chemistry: Biology: Physics: Atomic Structure Organic Chemistry Chemical Reactions Genetics Electricity and Magnetism Mechanics Developing Scientific Skills and Attitudes HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 7 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed makes up 12 credits 4 externally assessed make up 16 credits 1 Level 1 Unit Standard assessed in Year 10 makes up 4 credits and a second Level 1 Unit Standard, which also makes up 4 credits, may have been completed by some students in Year 10. WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Science with consistently high levels of achievement WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 courses in Science, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Approximately $30 for laboratory manuals WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Your Science teacher, Mrs Haseltine, Mr Otto AS/USLEVEL1.15 SCI* COMPREHENSIVE SCIENCE LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXTDemonstrate understanding of the effects of astronomical cycles on planet Earth (Year 10) 4 Internal 1.1 SCI Demonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics 4 External 1.9 SCI Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation 4 External 1.3 CHE Demonstrate understanding of aspects of carbon chemistry 4 External 1.8 SCI Investigate selected chemical reactions 4 Internal PHY 1.3 Demonstrate understanding of aspects of electricity and magnetism 4 External 1.1 SCI** Carry out a practical science investigation with direction 4 Internal *This standard was offered in Year 10. Students who achieved will add the credits to those gained in Year 11. **Some students may have completed this Achievement Standard in Year 10. 26

Science Alternative 11SCA 2012 This course is based on the National Science Curriculum. WHAT WILL I LEARN? Animal handling Basic gardening techniques The use of microbes in food technology Laboratory Skills HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 3 Level 1 Unit Standards worth 9 credits 2 internally assessed Achievement standards worth 8 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Science WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? Nil WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Hengst AS/US LEVEL ALTERNATIVE SCIENCE LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT 1 US1 Prepare and sow outdoor seed beds manually 5 Internal 19116 US1 The theory of Livestock welfare and behaviour 2 Internal 19114 US1 Livestock handling 2 Internal 1.1 AS1 Practical Investigation in Biological context 4 Internal 1.11A AS1 Interactions between humans and microbes 4 Internal 27

Social Studies 11SST 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? No Man’s Land -­‐ a study of indigenous rights in Australia Alcohol Rulz -­‐ alcohol laws in New Zealand Kids Work -­‐ teenage employment in New Zealand and child labour overseas 1960’s -­‐ examining changes in the 1960’s that have influenced life in NZ HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed make up 12 credits 2 externally assessed make up 8 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Social Studies You also need to have good literacy skills WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Senior Social Studies will help you to develop your critical thinking and communication skills through the study of current issues. These skills will prepare you for Level Two Social Studies and a variety of careers including: Journalism, Communications and Media, Tourism, Human Resources and any other career that involves people. WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $50 (maximum) – for local trips WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Ms Stirland, Miss Fullarton or Mrs Ferguson CODE AS/US LEVEL SOCIAL STUDIES LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT 91039 1.1 Describe how cultures change 4 External 91040 1.2 Conduct a social inquiry 4 Internal 91041 1.3 Describe consequences of cultural change(s) 4 External 91042 1.4 Describe personal involvement in a social justice and human rights action 4 Internal 91043 1.5 Describe a social justice and human rights action 4 Internal 28

Employment Skills 11EMP 2012 Credits awarded in this course may contribute to NCEA -­‐ Level 1 (this is currently being confirmed with NZQA), and the National Certificate in Employment Skills– Level 1 (NCES). NCES is awarded to learners who have demonstrated competence in literacy and numeracy, and other personal and technical skills. These skills have been identified by employers as being important to ensure a learner is equipped to operate and be productive in the workplace. NCES requires completion of 60 credits from both unit standards and achievement standards. The qualification is gained over two years. Students aiming to complete the National Certificate are expected to continue with 12 Employment Skills to gain the compulsory Level 2 Unit Standards required for the National Certificate. It is likely that students will gain practical experience in the workplace during the year. WHAT WILL I LEARN? Core skills and attributes necessary for successful employment and lifelong learning. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 7 Level 1 Unit Standards, 7 internally assessed make up 22 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? There are no pre-­‐requisites WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? The National Certificate in Employment Skills – Level 1 12 Employment Skills and the Gateway Programme Skilled work and/or higher learning WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $10 -­‐ course fee WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Horrocks or Mrs van der Linden CODE VERSION 2780 6 SUBFIELD/ DOMAIN Generic Computing LEVEL AS/US US1 24709 1 Core Generic US1 STANDARD Demonstrate and apply knowledge of a personal computer system Produce a balanced budget for an individual 496 7 Core Generic US1 Manage personal wellness 3 1978 6 Core Generic US1 4248 4 Core Generic US1 4249 4 Core Generic US1 497 7 Occupational Health and Safety US1 Identify and describe basic employment rights and responsibilities, and sources of information and assistance Describe requirements and expectations faced by employees within the workplace Demonstrate care and timeliness as an employee Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements CREDITS 3 3 3 3 4 3 29

Geography 11GEO 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? An in-­‐depth study of extreme natural events like tsunami, earthquakes and tropical cyclones How resources are used sustainably in our local area to support horticultural production. Population -­‐ looking at people in New Zealand and Monsoon Asia A full range of practical skills in geography HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 7 Level 1 Achievement Standards 4 internally assessed make up 13 credits 3 externally assessed make up 12 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Social Studies WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Geography equips you with portable skills in thinking, writing and problem solving. You will be able to apply a broad outlook to every situation and you will find openings in any career pathway that includes people, planning and communications such as Human Resources, Travel, Consultancy, Government Agencies and Law. WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $10 -­‐ course fee $13 -­‐ Skills Write-­‐on booklet $50 -­‐ one day field trip which includes a flight over our study area (weather permitting) WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mr Seaman, Mrs Cleary, Ms Downs CODEAS/USLEVELGEOGRAPHY LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT91007 1.1 Landscapes shaped by extreme natural events. 4 External 91008 1.2 Population concepts 4 External 91009 1.3 Sustainable use of an environment 3 Internal 91010 1.4 Apply skills and ideas with direction in a geographic context 4 External 91011 1.5 Carry out and present directed geographic research 4 Internal 91012 1.6 Examine a contemporary geographic issue and evaluate courses of action 3 Internal 91013 1.7 Examine a global geographic topic 3 Internal 30

Accounting 11ACC 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Understand the role of accounting in society and how it is used for individuals, community organisations and businesses Have knowledge of the principles, processes and systems of financial reports Apply financial skills and knowledge to practical situations HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 6 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed make up 12 credits 3 externally assessed make up 12 credits Some students may be encouraged to take a Level 2 Standard of 5 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? This is a new subject at Level 1. You are not required to have completed prior study in any subject at any other level. WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? In Y12 you may take Level 2 courses in Accounting If you think you might take a Level 2 or Level 3 Accounting course it is a good idea to take the Level 1 course WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $24 (subject to change) -­‐ Workbooks 1 to 4 WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Ms Hodge CODE AS/US LEVEL 1.1 ACCOUNTING LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT Demonstrate an understanding of accounting concepts for small entities 3 External 1.2 Process financial transactions for a small entity 5 Internal 1.3 Prepare financial statement for sole proprietors 5 External 1.4 Prepare financial information for a community organisation’s annual general meeting 4 Internal 1.5 Interpret accounting information for sole proprietors 4 External 1.6 Make a financial decision for an individual or group 3 Internal 32

Economics 11ECO 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Economics is the study of how individuals and society make choices (decisions) about the use of scarce resources (money, skills, time) to satisfy their unlimited wants. Learning outcomes for the year include the study of: How consumers make choices How producers operate and make decisions about production An understanding of the marketplace and the role of the government in our economy How different sectors of the NZ economy work together An awareness of current economic issues HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 6 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed Level 1 make up 12 credits 3 externally assessed Level 1 make up 12 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? There is no requirement to have studied Economics in Year 9 or Year 10 WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Economics WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $20 -­‐ workbook (Rennie) WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Mannering or Mrs Lunn AS/US LEVEL 1.1 1.2 ECONOMICS LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT Demonstrate understanding of consumer choices, using scarcity and/or demand Demonstrate understanding of decisions a producer makes about production 4 External 5 Internal 1.3 Demonstrate understanding of producer choices, using supply 3 External 1.4 1.5 1.6 Demonstrate understanding of how consumer, producer and/or government choices affect society, using market equilibrium Demonstrate understanding of a government choice where affected groups have different viewpoints Demonstrate understanding of the interdependence of sectors of the New Zealand economy 5 External 4 Internal 3 Internal 33

Visual Arts 11ART 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Practical Skills -­‐ the necessary techniques and processes needed for art making How to develop ideas in the visual arts – using drawing and artist studies to explore your ideas How to recognise what artists are trying to say through their works and how to effectively communicate your own ideas through art The importance of art to societies and the reasons for its existence Facts about Maori art and European art traditions HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 2 Level 1 Achievement Standards 1 Level 2 Achievement Standard 2 internally assessed make up 10 credits 1 externally assessed makes up 12 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? It is preferable to have taken Art as a subject in Year 10 in which Achievement Standard 90914 was completed WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 courses in Painting and Art History WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS $50 – course fee WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs McCorkell CODE 90913 (optional) AS/US LEVEL 1.1 90915 1.3 90916 1.4 2.2 VISUAL ARTS LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT Demonstrate understanding of art works from Māori and other cultural contexts using art terminology. Use drawing conventions to develop work in more than one field of practice Produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops ideas, using a range of media Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to painting 4 Internal 6 Internal 12 External 4 Internal 34

Visual Arts Digital Media 11ADM 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Practical Skills -­‐ the necessary techniques and processes needed for art making using digital media in the fields of Photography and Design particularly in the use of Digital Cameras, Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator How to develop ideas in the visual arts – using drawing and artist studies to explore your ideas How to recognise what artists are trying to say through their works and how to effectively communicate your own ideas through art The importance of art to societies and the reasons for its existence HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 2 Level 1 Achievement Standards 1 Level 2 Achievement Standard 2 internally assessed make up 10 credits 1 externally assessed makes up 12 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? It is preferable to have taken Art as a subject in Year 10 in which Achievement Standard 90914 was completed WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 courses in Photography, Design and Art History WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $100 – course fee WHAT DO I NEED FOR THE COURSE? A Digital SLR Camera or high quality Compact Digital Camera WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs McCorkell CODE 90913 (optional) AS/US LEVEL 1.1 90915 1.3 90916 1.4 2.2 VISUAL ARTS LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT Demonstrate understanding of art works from Māori and other cultural contexts using art terminology. Use drawing conventions to develop work in more than one field of practice Produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops ideas, using a range of media Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to photography/design 4 Internal 6 Internal 12 External 4 Internal 35

Music 11MUO 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? To present performances of contrasting music as a featured soloist To present a performance of music as a member of a group To compose short pieces of music To demonstrate aural skills through description and transcription of simple music To identify, describe and analyse the theoretical basis of simple music in a range of styles and genres To demonstrate a knowledge of elements and features of music works using skills of recall, analysis and application HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 6 Level 1 Achievement Standards 4 internally assessed make up 22 Credits 2 externally assessed make up 8 Credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Option Music or be able to perform competently on a musical instrument WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 courses in Music Level 3 courses in Music Level 1 is preferred but not always necessary prior to the Level 2 or Level 3 course WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $20 for video tapes and audio tapes Recording costs WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Purdy CODE AS/US LEVEL MUSIC LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT AS91090 1.1 Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist. 6 Internal AS91091 1.2 Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group. 4 Internal AS91092 1.3 Compose two original piece of music 6 Internal AS91093 1.4 Demonstrate aural and theoretical skills through transcription 4 External AS91094 1.5 Demonstrate knowledge of conventions used in music scores. 4 External AS91095 1.6 Demonstrate knowledge of two music works from contrasting contexts. 6 Internal 36

Drama 11DRA 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Drama Techniques: Combining speech with movement Drama Elements and Conventions: Devising drama using poetry Theatre Study: Study of a specific theatrical genre -­‐ Melodrama Production: Performing an Acting Role Production: Performing a Technical Role Reviewing and evaluating performance HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 internally assessed Achievement Standards make up 19 credits 2 internally assessed Unit Standards make up 6 credits WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 courses in Drama Level 3 courses in Drama Level 1 is preferred but not always necessary prior to the Level 2 or Level 3 course WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $10 subject fees WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mr Davidson or Mrs. Verhoeven CODE AS/US LEVEL DRAMA LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT 90006 1 Apply drama techniques in a drama context 4 INT 90009 1 Perform an acting role in a scripted production 4 INT 90011 1 Demonstrate understanding of the use of drama aspects within live performance 4 EXT 90997 1 Devise and perform a drama 5 INT 90998 1 Demonstrate understanding of features of a drama/theatre form 4 EXT 90999 1 Select and use features of a drama/theatre form in a performance 4 INT 37

Physical Education 11PED 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? About interpersonal skills in relation to a team sport By participating in different physical activities, what factors influences your participation Basic anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, motor skill learning About the qualities of movement in badminton and strategies to improve your performance HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Level 1 Achievement Standards 5 internally assessed Achievement Standards make up 20 credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Physical Education and Health WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 courses in Physical Education WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $25 to cover Gym sessions $25 to cover Year 11 Workbook WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Cudby, Mrs Johnston or Mrs Smidt CODE 90962 1.1 AS/US LEVEL HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT Participate actively in a variety of physical activities and explain factors that influence own participation 5 Internal 90963 1.2 90966 1.5 Describe the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity Demonstrate interpersonal skills and explain how these skills impact on others 5 Internal 4 Internal 90964 1.3 Demonstrate the quality movement in badminton 3 Internal 90967 1.6 Demonstrate strategies to improve badminton performance and describe the outcome 3 Internal 38

Computing 11COM 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? • To enter text using safe, ergonomic practices • To use standard operating procedures • To access -­‐ process information -­‐ research • To communicate and compose information • To manage information using computer • To create graphs and charts using spreadsheets • To apply design principles • To produce a solution to a given brief • To create a web page using a template • To create and use simple command sequences in a computer language HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 2 Level 1 Achievement Standards and 7 Level 1 Unit Standards All internally assessed. WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? No entry requirements WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Digital Technology WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $30 -­‐ subject fee WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Faiers CODE AS/US LEVEL 2780 US1 COMPUTING LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT Demonstrate and apply knowledge of a personal computer system 3 Internal 2792 US1 Produce simple desktop published documents using templates 2 Internal 5946 US1 Use computer technology to create and deliver a presentation from given content 3 Internal 18734 US1 Create a web page using a template 2 Internal 18739 US1 Create and use simple command sequences in a computer language 2 Internal 18743 US1 Produce a spreadsheet from instructions using supplied data 2 Internal 18758 US1 Find information using the Internet 2 Internal 39

Digital Technologies 11DIG 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? • To identify the role of digital tools and systems for managing information by understanding the fundamental concepts of common software applications such as a word processor, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing. • To be able use digital systems and tools to manage information (document layout, formatting techniques and file management). • To understand the purpose of digital media tools (for example the course may include: video/audio production; layout and design; graphics and images; animation and modelling; interactive media (game design); web development and design. • To create and publish a quality digital media product using appropriate media tools. • To demonstrate an understanding of design principles and elements. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 5 Level 1 Achievement Standards = 21 Level 1 credits in total 4 internally assessed make up 18 credits 1 externally assessed make up 3credits WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 ICT is an essential pre-­‐requisite for this course. WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Digital Technologies WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $30 -­‐ subject fee WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Faiers CODE AS91044 AS91045 AS91046 AS91070 AS91073 AS/US LEVEL 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.40 1.43 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT Undertake brief development to address a need or opportunity Use planning tools to guide the technological development of an outcome to address a brief Use design ideas to produce a conceptual design for an outcome to address a brief Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts of information management Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital Media outcome 4 Internal 4 Internal 6 Internal 3 External 4 Internal 40

Technology Textiles 11TET 2012 Students can choose both Multi Materials and Textiles. WHAT WILL I LEARN? To express ideas in practical terms Follow the Technology Process to produce an article or product, incorporating knowledge, skills, design and construction methods. To work in and present a design folder. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 4 Level 1 Achievement Standards . 3 Internally assessed make 18 credits. 1 Externally assessed makes up 3 credits. WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Technology Textiles is advisable. WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Technology Level 3 Technology WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $15 Subject Fee WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mrs Kenny CODE AS LEVEL TECHNOLOGY TEXTILES LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT 1.4 Undertake development to make a prototype 6 Internal 1.5 1.21 1.26 Demonstrate understanding of how technological modelling supports decision-­‐making. Implement basic procedures using textile material to make a specified product Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts used to make products from textile materials 4 External 6 Internal 6 Internal 41

Technology Materials 11TEM 2012 Students can choose both Materials and Textiles WHAT WILL I LEARN? To follow the technology process to produce one major practical project incorporating knowledge, skills, design and construction methods The project has the theme of ‘Contain or Display’. The theme is broad and allows students to express individuality in their solution. Possible solutions could be: -­‐ Cell phone dock, clock, shelf, coffee table, mirror, TV cabinet, etc. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 4 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed make up 16 credits 1 externally assessed makes up 4 credits Portfolios are sent away for external assessment. There is no Exam. WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y9 and Y10 Technology Materials is advisable but not essential WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Technology Level 3 Technology WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $50 Subject fee WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mr Beecroft CODE AS/US LEVEL TECHNOLOGY MATERIALS LEVEL 1 CREDIT INT/EXT 1.2 Use Planning tools to guide the development of an outcome 4 INT 1.4 Undertake development to make a prototype. 6 INT 1.5 1.20 Demonstrate understanding of how technological modelling supports decision making. Implement basic procedures using resistant materials to make a specified product. 4 EXT 6 INT 42

Design and Visual Communication (Graphics) 11GRA 2012 WHAT WILL I LEARN? Students will learn how to use aesthetic and functional principles of design to inform their own ideas, as they work through both architectural and product briefs. Students will also learn how to use a range of modes, media and presentation skills in order to visually communicate their design ideas. These will include: modelling, freehand drawing, instrumental drawing, rendering, and CAD (computer aided design). HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 6 Level 1 Achievement Standards 3 internally assessed Standards will make up 12 credits 3 externally assessed Standards will make up 9 credits A portfolio of your year’s work is sent away for external assessment. There is no exam. WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE? Y10 Graphics, or with the approval of the TIC of Graphics WHAT COULD THE SUBJECT LEAD TO? Level 2 Design and Visual Communication (Graphics) Level 3 Design and Visual Communication (Graphics) WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS? $30 excluding stationary requirements WHO COULD TELL ME MORE? Mr Megchelse CODE VERSION LEVEL AS STANDARD DESCRIPTION CREDITS 91063 1 91064 1 91065 1 91066 1 91067 1 91068 1 DVC 1.30 DVC 1.31 DVC 1.32 DVC 1.33 DVC 1.34 DVC 1.35 INTERNAL / EXTERNAL Produce freehand sketches to communicate design ideas 3 External Produce instrumental, multi-­‐view orthographic drawings that communicate 3 External technical features of own design ideas Produce instrumental paraline drawings to communicate own design ideas 3 External Use rendering techniques to communicate the form of own design ideas 3 Internal Use the work of an influential designer to inform own design ideas 3 Internal Demonstrate development of own design ideas communicated through graphics practice 6 Internal 43