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| Geraldine High School Te Kura Tuarua O Raukapuka | |
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| Address | |
93 McKenzie Street, Geraldine 7930 | |
| Information | |
| Motto | Labor Omnia Vincit ("Work conquers all".) |
| Established | 1963 |
| Ministry of Education Institution no. | 352 |
| Principal | Marcus Cooper |
| Staff | 50-99 |
| Years offered | 7-13 |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| School roll | 611 (February 2024)[1] |
| Houses | Cox, Acland, McDonald, Tripp |
| Socio-economic decile | 8 |
| Website | geraldinehs |
Geraldine High School (also known as GHS) is a co-educational secondary school located in Geraldine, New Zealand. Re-established in 1963, the school serves students from Year 7 to Year 13.[2]
History
[edit]Founded in 1901[3], Geraldine High School (then Geraldine District High School) was established to meet the educational needs of the Geraldine community and its surrounding areas. The school has experienced growth in student population and facilities over the years, adapting to the changing educational landscape in New Zealand.
Campus
[edit]The school has modern facilities[4], including classrooms, science laboratories, a library, sports fields, and specialized areas for technology and the arts.
Academic Programs
[edit]Geraldine High School offers a comprehensive curriculum covering essential subjects, preparing students for the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA).
Special Programs
[edit]- Outdoor Education: The school's outdoor education program utilizes the natural environment surrounding Geraldine, promoting teamwork, leadership, and resilience.
- Vocational Pathways: Various vocational courses and partnerships with local businesses provide students with practical skills and work experience.[5]
- Primary Industry Academy (PIA): The PIA offers practical education[6] in fields such as fencing, farm bikes, tractors, and animal handling, aiming to prepare students for careers in the primary industry sector.
Community Involvement
[edit]The school actively engages with the local community through partnerships with businesses, organizations, and Iwi. It participates in community events[7] and service projects.
See Also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "New Zealand Schools Directory". New Zealand Ministry of Education. Retrieved 14 March 2024.
- ^ Counts, Education. "Ministry of Education - Education Counts". www.educationcounts.govt.nz. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
- ^ "History of Geraldine High School". Geraldine High School. 2009-11-07. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
- ^ "Stuff". www.stuff.co.nz. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
- ^ File, Roger. "Sabbatical Report" (PDF).
- ^ Fa’atui, Renee. "Who's Next?" (PDF). APA
- ^ Raukapuka, Geraldine High School-Te Kura Tuarua o. "Principal's Comment May 15th — Panui Rima | Newsletter Five 2024". Geraldine High School - Te Kura Tuarua o Raukapuka. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
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