Napier Boys’ High School students set to take to the stage
Cultural and music students at Napier Boys’ High School will have a rare opportunity this month to take to the stage in a year severely disrupted by Covid-19. The Cultural Showcase Evening due to be held on October 20 was the brainchild of science and extra-curricular drama teacher Emma Smith who wanted to create an opportunity for her students to …
All Black and former Napier Boys’ High student inspires next generation
Without Napier Boys’ High School, Brad Weber believes he would not have achieved what he has in his rugby career. Named in the All Blacks squad recently, Weber returned to his former school and surprised the Under 14 rugby team – many of whom aspire to get to where he is. He recalls former students and rugby players visiting the …
COVID-19 Update 1 – Level 2
COVID-19 Level 2 update 1 • School will finish at 2.50 pm for the rest of this week inclusive • Students have been reminded of safe distancing, hygiene and food/drink requirements • If your son is unwell he should remain at home; please notify attendance. • We have good supplies of hand sanitiser and cleaning products for the school …
COVID-19 update 15 – Online learning challenges
Dear parents and caregivers I have written previously of the challenges for you in supporting your sons with online learning. We know this can be for a number of reasons: their motivation, other distractions, quality of device or internet access, need to look after siblings – we understand that there are significant challenges across the community. What is clear, …
COVID-19 update no. 14 – Return to school under Level 3
Dear parents and caregivers Tomorrow marks our first day ‘open’ at Level 3 and 17 young men will join us to continue their online learning at school. My sincere thanks and appreciation to all of you who are juggling your son’s online learning while also working from home. I fully appreciate what a challenge this can be, particularly the older …
COVID-19 update – Senior students (y11-13) and parents
Dear parents and caregivers With the news that the Level 4 lockdown is ending on Monday 27 April, we have confirmed our plans during Level 3. Thank you to all the boys who are getting on with their lessons, accessing the online classes and doing the work required. A big thank you to the many parents who have …
covid-19-update-no-12 – Start of Term 2
Dear parents and caregivers Tomorrow is the new start date for Term 2. Device access The vast majority of your sons have access to devices such as laptops, PC’s, iPad and chrome books. Roughly 50 or so will be using phones which are more of a challenge. A further 32 boys are waiting for delivery of additional school or Ministry …
Minister’s announcement: Detailed package of supports for schools and kura
Minister’s announcement Wednesday 8 April Detailed package of supports for schools and kura announced This afternoon, the Minister announced details of the package of supports and resources for supporting state and state integrated schools and kura to deliver learning at a distance when Term 2 begins on 15 April. You can see the Minister’s press release and Q&As on the Beehive …