TRIDENT HIGH SCHOOL
Year 10
Subject Planning
2015
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Name ________________________
Year 10 Course for 2015
Trident High School has a proud record of Academic Achievement with students
achieving successes in the National Certificate of Educational Achievement from
Level 1 to Scholarship.
Subject Selection at Year 10 is a vital stage in preparing for the subjects chosen
in Year 11, the start of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement.
Our aim is to provide students with a broad range of subjects, some compulsory
and some optional. Compulsory subjects in Year 10 are English, Social Studies,
Mathematics, Science, Technology and Physical Education. Optional subjects
should be chosen with the future in mind as these options are all linked to
subjects chosen in Year 11 and then followed through to Year 13.
Students choose options as set out in this subject planning booklet and then
record them on the subject choice form. Course information for the options is
listed below.
Students should work with their parents/caregivers and deans to finalise their
course.
Year 10 Academic Year in a Nutshell
1. All students study English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and PE
throughout the year.
2. Technology is a two term course, with students completing four modules
either in Terms 1/2 or Terms 3/4.
3. When not in Technology, the students complete an option subject chosen
from Group A Subjects: Design & Visual Communication, Maori Culture,
Sports Leadership, Text and Information Management, Art.
4. The major course change takes place at the beginning of Term 3 when
Option 1 and Technology change over.
5. In the second option, students may choose a full year subject or two half
year subjects.
6. These half year courses also change at the beginning of Term 3.
Notes from the Careers Department
In Years 9 and 10 students are encouraged to study a wide range of subjects to
keep a large number of options open to them in the senior school. The
curriculum is kept deliberately broad so that they do not specialise too early.
The Careers NZ website www.careers.co.nz is available online. It is
recommended as an excellent source of up to date information to help with
career planning and subject choice. The Student Careers Services is available to
all students attending Trident High School. The school has a dedicated Careers
Counsellor who is there to help all students as well as two Guidance Counsellors
for personal help.
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Year 10 Learning Options
Students study the core subjects throughout the year and are able to choose
option subjects from different groups. In some cases these subjects are
delivered in their form classes, in other cases they will be re-organised to cater
for different levels of teaching and learning. There are also a number of
different learning groupings for students to consider – the Te aka Motuhake
class, and the 2015 Te Waka Whakahura OPC Great Barrier Island class. There
are also specific learning opportunities which can be considered – refer to the
Special Programmes form in the Prospectus.
Choosing Your Subjects for 2015
WHICH SUBJECTS SHOULD I STUDY?
FINDING OUT ABOUT OPTIONS
To choose your subject options you need to think
about these things:
To make a decision about whether to study a
subject, you need to be clear about the content
and how it is assessed
Range of subjects:
This is most important in Year 10.
The variety of subjects offered provides an
opportunity to try new things and experience a
number of different subjects.
Interests:
What do you enjoy?
You are more likely to work hard and do well in a
course that interests you.
Skills and abilities:
Which subjects are you good at?
Discuss this with your parents and teachers.
Learning style:
Do you prefer: reading and writing
listening and discussing
practical work
creative work
Some subjects may be new to you.
Year 9 is a good opportunity to try new subjects.
What topics does the subject include?
Will the subject involve field trips, projects or
performances?
You could consider these questions:
• Will I have to read many books?
• Will I have to write many essays?
• Will I need to do practical experiments?
• Will I need to make things?
• Will the subject involve discussion with other
people in the class?
How is the subject assessed – end of year exams,
assignments, internal assessment?
Career choices:
Research the subjects required or
recommended for career areas you are interested in.
Choose your subjects carefully. Option changes are only allowed in exceptional
circumstances once a course has been commenced or confirmed.
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Year 10 Compulsory Core Subjects
Students study these subjects throughout the year. In some cases they are in their
form classes, in other cases they will be re-organised to cater for different levels of
teaching.
English – HOD Ms Bowe (4 hours a week)
English is a core subject and as such is compulsory in Year 11 and 12. The choice of
English course at each level has an impact on the choice a student may make in English
the following year. It is a foundation for most careers especially where oral and written
communication is important. It is useful for teaching, law, journalism, politics,
marketing, radio, television etc. As a core subject it is also a recommended subject for
medicine and other science based degrees where communication, report writing and
research are required.
The course covers a wide range of topics and focuses on providing students with the
keys skills needed to continue through to level 3 NCEA. Skills of close reading, analysis
of different texts, writing in different styles, visual literacy and essential language and
literacy techniques are developed during the year.
Students also have the opportunity to participate in the Australian English
Competition, National speech and spelling competitions, participate in debating teams
and may contribute to the school and community publications.
Mathematics – HOD Mrs Webster (4 hours a week)
Mathematics is a core component of modern education. Mathematic skills are
essential for problem solving and decision making in the 21st century. Students that
specialise in Mathematics benefit from having a rigorous qualification at the end of
schooling. Mathematics is a core prerequisite for numerous tertiary courses and
careers. Trident High School offers students of all abilities suitable pathways of courses
from Year 9 to 13.
Students develop flexibility and creativity in applying mathematical ideas and
techniques to unfamiliar problems arising in everyday life. They develop the ability to
reflect critically on the methods they have chosen. The skills of problem solving,
reasoning and communicating mathematical ideas are learned and assessed through
the skills of number, measurement, geometry, algebra and statistics.
Students can also participate in the Australian Maths Competition and in the Maths
Mind Competition.
Social Studies – HOD Mrs Farrell (3 hours a week)
Social Sciences are important because they give you the skills to participate in an
increasingly globalised society. They also encourage critical thinking, an appreciation
for the past and an awareness of future issues such as sustainability. In today’s world it
is essential to understand different perspectives and Social Sciences allow students the
opportunity to explore different ideas and values.
Social Studies aims to enable students to participate in a changing society as informed,
confident and responsible citizens. They focus on the strands of social organisation,
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culture and heritage, place and environment, time, continuity and change along with
the economic world. These are achieved through the development of skills of inquiry,
exploration of values and social decision making.
This course leads onto senior courses in Geography, History, Social Science, Media
Studies, Classical Studies (L3) and Business Studies.
Science – HOD Mr Marrow (3 hours a week)
Biology is useful in careers such as nursing, physiotherapy, farm manager, dentist,
horticulturist etc. Chemistry is helpful in careers such as pharmacist, agricultural
scientist, dietician, forester, food technologist etc. Physics is helpful in careers such as
optometrist, architect, engineer, physiotherapist, geologist, surveyor etc. Earth, Ocean
and Space Systems is helpful in careers such as conservation, sustainability, geology,
environmental studies etc.
Science is both a process of enquiry and a body of knowledge. It is an integrated
discipline. The strands focus on the nature of science and relationship to technology,
the development of scientific skills and attitudes and integrating these with the living
world, the physical world, the material world and the planet earth and beyond.
Students attempt NCEA Level 1 Achievement Standards to broaden their base of
standards for the senior school.
This course leads onto Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Ocean and Space and General
Science in the senior school.
Physical Education – HOD Mrs Dobbin (2 hours a week)
Physical Education is helpful in careers such as: armed services, nursing, event
organiser, human resources, police, fire service, recreation officer, PE teacher, primary
school teacher, fitness instructor, medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, occupational
therapy, research (fitness, health & recreation), manager of community sports &
recreation, professional coach, athlete, bio mechanist, sport psychologist etc.
The course focuses on personal health and physical development, movement concepts
and motor skills, relationships with other people and health in the community and
environment. This course consists of practical and theoretical components. Theory
makes up one third of the course and the rest is practical. Practical activities ensure
that students gain a broad movement base and that they are exposed to learning a
variety of different skills.
Literacy and Numeracy Support – Specialist Teacher Ms Melligan
Placement in literacy and numeracy support classes is by selection as a result of testing
as well teacher advice and parental request. Students work in small groups in the
Learning Centre under the guidance of a specialist teacher. Students are able to work
in the Learning Centre until they have reached the required knowledge and skill level
and then they are able to return to the main classes.
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Technology Subjects - 4 hours a week for two terms
Students will select three out of five technology subjects with the intention to give them
two of the three choices for the two technology terms. The longer technology course
should allow students to develop a greater understanding of the core elements of the
subjects.
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Fabric Technology – Ms Lai
During the Fabric Technology module, students design and manufacture polar
fleece accessories or a sweatshirt – within the theme of “Keeping Warm”. A range
of activities from researching and planning to development of an idea are essential
requirements of the course. They also have the opportunity to redesign an existing
logo or create an original using computer-aided design so it can be applied onto
their final design. The skills and experience students gain by completing the course
will lead onto Level 1 Fashion Technology.
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Research and Design Technology – Mr Thornton
Students will experiment with the use of linear energy/movement through the use
of Pneumatics and Hydraulic modelling systems. Students will be given a challenge
to work in small groups. The experience will teach design initiatives and creativity
and problem solving skills. The conclusion of this module will require the groups to
demonstrate their group’s solution to the challenge in the working model. Skills
and experiences learnt will be essential parts of Technology programmes offered at
Year 11 (Level 1) and onwards.
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Food Technology – Mrs Reihana
Food Technology is a subject which requires students to produce a two/three
course meal for friends. Students are expected to complete a design booklet which
has evidence of research, planning, development of ideas and evaluation. The
whole process from design problem to final solution must be evident in their
design booklet and stakeholders’ needs are expected to be met. The subject leads
on to Level 1 Food Technology.
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Wood Technology – Mr Rowland
Yr10 Wood Technology is a course that provides an opportunity for students to
work closely with a stakeholder to design a solution to address a need. The
solution is to be made from wood and be used at home. Safety is a major element
of this course and is taught throughout. Students are required to record their
progress. Hand tools, power tools and machine skills are taught, and where
necessary used on solutions. Students are expected to write a full evaluation to
complete their project and provide a photo of its end use. This is a rich learning
environment where key competencies are reinforced and other curriculum areas
are supported. This course leads on to L1 Wood Technology.
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Metal Technology – Mr Dobbin
Plan, design, manufacture and evaluate an individualised project needed for home
from a range of hard materials (mainly metal but may include glass, mirror, plastic,
wood, etc). Students develop a range of practical workshop skills, utilising a range
of new machinery, with the main joining technique being MIG welding. This course
reinforces learning from other curriculum areas including mathematics
(measurements, instruments, calculations), science (characteristics of materials),
art, graphics and Maori culture (concept development) and English (terminology,
symbols, and text). This course leads onto Level 1 Metal Technology.
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Option Subjects
Students specialise in their subject choice by choosing options which will allow them to
develop their knowledge in a particular subject. All of these subjects are entry points to year
11 and Level 1 NCEA subjects. Students need to ensure that they work consistently
throughout the year to gain entry to the course in Year 11.
These options are offered in two groups. Students choose one subject from each group as
shown on the Subject selection form.
Option 1
Half year courses
(Alternates with Technology)
Design and Visual Communication (Graphics) - Mr Scott
Design and Visual Communication (DVC) is about how the world works today, how we interact
with it and how we might use design to create new possibilities for the future.
Students will learn how to problem solve through research, a design process that goes from
ideation through to thinking and technical sketching, modelling and onto final drawings either
completed with drawing instruments or on computer using computer aided drawing software.
Designs throughout are also rendered to show colour, texture, light and shade. Through
completing this course students will be well prepared for NCEA Level 1.
DVC opens avenues for careers in a variety of industries – Architecture, Interior design, Town
Planning, Landscape design, Product design, Engineering, Web design, Graphic design,
Illustrating, Movie and Cartoon design, etc.
Maori Culture - Mr Te Kurapa
This subject takes the student on an adventure to learn more about Maori Culture taking into
account local and regional history and the importance it has within the school and wider
community. The journey takes into consideration a practical understanding of Arts and Crafts
(Ta Moko, Whakairo), Leisure Activities (Ki-o-rahi, Waka Ama), Kapa Haka (Powhiri) and Waiata
(Waiata A Ringa, Haka). We also seek to enhance, develop and empower the students
leadership skills to do well in everything they undertake. Ko te manu e kai ana i te miro nona
te ngahere. Ko te manu e kai ana i te matauranga nona te ao. The bird that eats the miro the
forest is theirs. The bird that gathers knowledge the world is theirs.
Sports Leadership - Mrs Dobbin
This course is designed for those students whose talents have already been recognised and
have achieved at a significant representative level. This course provides the knowledge, skills
and attitudes that enhance sporting achievement. A key focus is developing sports’ leadership
skills.
Digital Technology - Mrs Frisby
Students will carry out research and design of web pages, web design elements and basic html
coding. Students will have the opportunity to produce logos and web pages based on
templates and coding. They will also look at internet risks, proper use of networks, marketing
and audiences for web design as well as having the opportunity to create mobile apps and
programmable games. They will use open source software such as Linux with Raspberry Pi
microcomputers and mini robotics kits. They will use Photoshop, cloud based programs and
understand audiences and marketing of their apps. In addition to this students will also have
access to the Microsoft Specialist certificate programme where time permits. The types of
Microsoft Office skills students will learn will range from underlining text to changing
properties within the options menu and everything in between. Having this knowledge will
empower students with transferable skills that can be used in many other subjects throughout
their schooling.
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Art (Practical) - Mr Barr
As a career, Art is of benefit for advertising, marketing, industrial, interior, photographic or
graphic design, website design, secondary school teaching, primary teaching, architecture,
museum or gallery work, landscape architecture, film/television/video technicians, film
animation, fashion designing, jewellery making, sign writing, screen printing or any other field
which requires creative thinking.
This is a practical course that covers units of work in drawing, painting, and print-making. The
course is designed to build and develop technical skill, self expression and confidence in
making art works. As a half year course, the students do not go into the same detail as the full
year course.
Option 2 - Full Year or Half Year subjects
Full Year Group (Students select one subject)
Art (Practical) - Mr Barr
This is a practical course that covers units of work in drawing, painting, design, print-making
and sculpture. The course is designed to build and develop technical skill, self expression and
confidence in making art works. This course prepares students for further study in Visual Art,
Design and Photography.
Languages
Second languages gives you an advantage in any job but are are of particular value in people
related jobs: tourism, translator, interpreter, journalism, television, radio, teaching foreign
languages, tourism, flight attendant, foreign affairs officer. Languages are also invaluable for
any student who intends to work, study, live or travel overseas.
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Japanese - Mrs Harison
Languages link people locally and globally and introduce learners to new ways of thinking
about the world. In learning Japanese, learners will develop the skills to learn other
languages as well as increase their understanding of their first language. This is a
continuation of the Year 9 course. Students will study the language and culture and learn
katakana and some kanji (Japanese script).
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Maori - Mr McLean
The Year 10 Te Reo Maori course is a stepping stone towards NCEA Level 1 Te Reo Maori.
The focus is on developing skills in writing, reading, speaking and listening. Elements of
tikanga are also covered to develop the students understanding of the Maori World.
Regional and national Maori issues are also looked at to help students better understand
the world they live in.
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Spanish - Ms Deeley
Languages link people locally and globally and introduce learners to new ways of thinking
about the world. In learning Spanish, learners will develop the skills to learn other
languages as well as increase their understanding of their first language. Cultural aspects
will be interwoven throughout the material in the course. This is a continuation of the
Year 9 introduction to Spanish. It provides for a more in-depth study of language, culture,
food, speaking, reading and writing Spanish.
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Half year group (Select two subjects)
Music - Mr Spence
This course is a consolidation of the introduction to music in Year 9. Listening, composing and
performing skills will be developed. A variety of classroom musical instruments will be
available and students may wish to learn an instrument through the itinerant music Teacher
programme. Students taking Year 10 Music are able to work in the wider music environment
of the Trident Music Academy which includes the Big Band, Jazz Combo, Orchestra, Percussion
ensemble, Rock Band as well as the participation in a variety of concerts, competitions – both
Regional and National. Students in the Academy are also able to advance their learning to the
next level on the advice of the teachers.
Music and Media Technology
A practical course that focuses on media and music technology and its use in performance. It
will also include the technical aspects of drama, lighting, sound production and recording. The
course is advised for Music or Drama students.
Drama - Mrs Robb
The Year 10 Drama course allows students to explore different skills in communication of ideas
and ways of expressing language. The course will introduce students to presentation skills,
performance work based on poem, masks and myths, devising a group performance based on
a well-known story. There are many opportunities to develop performance skills within this
course and all assessments are based on the current New Zealand Curriculum. Students in the
second term of drama will have the opportunity to sit 4 credits at NCEA Level 1, in
understanding a significant play, and if they meet the national standard will have those credits
banked for the following year. Students in Year 10 are also able to audition for the school
production or Trident Has Talent, along with any other student.
Business Studies - Mrs Walters
An introduction to Economics and Business Studies and a pathway to the NCEA Level 1 Course.
Focus on key concepts and terms – the economics of scarcity, choice and demand, marketing
and financial literacy. A consideration for these subjects as career choices.
Digital Technology - Mrs Frisby
Students will carry out research and design of web pages, web design elements and basic html
coding. Students will have the opportunity to produce logos and web pages based on
templates and coding. They will also look at internet risks, proper use of networks, marketing
and audiences for web design as well as having the opportunity to create mobile apps and
programmable games. They will use open source software such as Linux with Raspberry Pi
microcomputers and mini robotics kits. They will use Photoshop, cloud based programs and
understand audiences and marketing of their apps. In addition to this students will also have
access to the Microsoft Specialist certificate programme where time permits. The types of
Microsoft Office skills students will learn will range from underlining text to changing
properties within the options menu and everything in between. Having this knowledge will
empower students with transferable skills that can be used in many other subjects throughout
their schooling.
Health Studies - Ms Owen-Cooper
Health is an essential learning area and is a core component of the Health and Physical
Education curriculum. This programme teaches the students about friendships, coping with
put-downs and bullying. Students will also learn about the physical and emotional changes of
puberty and gain an understanding of the relationships between nutrition, exercise and wellbeing. They will learn about the functioning of the body in terms of anatomy and exercise
physiology and complete a unit on sexual health (along with puberty). Students learn to take
responsibility for their own and others’ health and well-being and to develop skills that will
enhance their relationships with others.
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How the Subjects Fit Together: A Planned Curriculum Year 9 – 13
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English
Te Reo Maori
Spanish
Japanese
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English
Te Reo Maori
Spanish
Japanese
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Year 11
NCEA Level 1
English
Te Reo Maori
Spanish
Japanese
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Mathematics
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Mathematics
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Mathematics
Mathematics
Languages
Year 9
Year 10
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Science
Science
Science
Social Studies
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Social Studies
Business Studies
Social Sciences
Arts
Technology
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Physical
Education
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Year 13
NCEA Level 3
English
Te Reo Maori
Spanish
Japanese
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Mathematics –
Statistics
Mathematics –
Calculus
Mathematics
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Mathematics –
Statistics
Mathematics –
Calculus
Mathematics
Physics /
Chemistry
Bio / Science
Science
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Science
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Earth Ocean Space
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Science
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Earth Ocean Space
Geography
History
Business Studies
Research &
Communication
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Geography
History
Social Science
Research
Business Studies
Enterprise Studies
Media Studies
Research &
Communication
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Geography
History
Social Science
Research
Business Studies
Classical Studies
Media Studies
Research &
Communication
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Vocational
Pathways
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Year 12
NCEA Level 2
English
Te Reo Maori
Spanish
Japanese
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Music
Drama
Art
Maori Culture
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Music
Drama
Art
Maori Culture
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Music
Drama
Dance
Art
Maori Performing
Art and Culture
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Music
Drama
Dance
Art Painting
Art Design
Art Photography
Maori Performing
Art and Culture
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Food Technology
Fashion
Technology
Metal Technology
Wood Technology
Design & Visual
Communication
Digital Technology
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Food Technology
Fashion
Technology
Metal Technology
Wood Technology
Design & Visual
Communication
Digital Technology
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Food Technology
Fabric Technology
Metal Technology
Wood Technology
Research & Design
Design & Visual
Communication
Digital Technology
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Food Technology
Fabric Technology
Metal Technology
Wood Technology
Research & Design
Design & Visual
Communication
Digital Technology
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Music
Drama
Dance
Art Painting
Art Design
Art Photography
Art History
Maori Performing
Art and Culture
Food Technology
Fashion
Technology
Metal Technology
Wood Technology
Design & Visual
Communication
Digital Technology
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Physical Education
Sports Leadership
Health
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Physical Education
Sports Leadership
Health
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Physical Education
Health
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Physical Education
PE Outdoor
Health
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Physical Education
PE Outdoor
Health
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Landskills
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Landskills
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Landskills
Trades Academy
Gateway
Service Academy
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Landskills
Trades Academy
Gateway
Service Academy
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Trident Junior Certificate
Rationale
 Preparation for NCEA.
 To make all subjects contribute to the academic development of students.
 Every student has the ability to gain the certificate.
 To provide a target for successful academic achievement for students in Yr 10.
 To assist with the placement of students in classes in the following year.
 To assist with the selection of subjects.
The NCEA Model
 The TJC is modelled on the National Certificate of Educational Achievement.
 In the NCEA subjects are made up of assessments.
 Each assessment gains credits.
 There are 4 levels of achieving the assessment – Excellence, Merit, Achieved
and Not achieved.
 80 credits gain the certificate.
The Trident Certificate
 The certificate is assessed over all subjects.
 Mathematics, Science, English and Social Studies will have 20 credits.
 Half year subjects will have 10 credits
 80 credits must be gained.
Assessment
 Each subject is made up of different assessments that cover different aspects of
the subject.
 Each assessment will have credits attached to it that will reflect the amount of
time and difficulty of the assessment.
 Assessments may be done during the year or as part of an examination at the
end of the year.
Endorsement
 Students who gain 50 credits that are achieved at Excellence level will be
awarded an Excellence Certificate.
 The same applies to students who gain 50 credits at Merit level or above.
 Subjects will also be able to award Excellence and Merit certificates,
recognising this level of achievement in a particular area.
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Planning notes:
Planning notes:
Arawa Road Whakatane New
Zealand
Phone (64) 07 3088159 Fax (64) 07
3080184
Email: principal@trident.school.nz