Y9 Ladder to Manhood
Part of the Y9 orientation, the Ladder to Manhood programme begins Friday, 28 February. This involves all Y9s. The programme includes team-building activities, haka and reflecting on what it means to be a ‘good man’.
Please ensure your Y9 son wears their PE gear, sports shoes and has a hat, preferably a school hat. They will need to bring a snack, water bottle and sunscreen. We do provide a sausage sizzle, however, they should still bring a packed lunch.
The programme is onsite, and replaces regular timetabled classes. Your son can wear his PE uniform to / from school.
Goal Setting Conference – Advance Notice
Goal Setting Conferences, or Tutor / Whānau meetings, will run on Thursday 13 & Friday 14 March. This involves a three-way conference with the tutor teacher, student and parent/caregiver. Each conference is allocated a 15-minute time slot. At this time, regular timetabled classes are not running.
Ahead of the conferences, the first Progress Report will be emailed home in Week 6. The report offers an overview of your son’s achievement and effort.
More details, including information related to booking, will be made available in the coming weeks.
School Policy Review
Napier Boys’ High Schools policy documents are stored on schooldocs.co.nz To view our policies:
- go to schooldocs.co.nz
- search for Napier Boys’ High School.
- enter your community username and password.
- username nbhs
- password dorightfearnothing
Careers
Y13s that are considering studying at a university in 2026 are invited to attend the related university presentations.
04 March Auckland University 9.30am Library
04 March Victoria University 1.10pm Library
04 March Lincoln University 1.10pm A8
10 March Waikato University 1.55pm Library
18 March Canterbury University 1.10pm Library
24 March Massey University 1.10pm Library
12 May Otago University 1.10pm Library
If your son is in Y13 they are encouraged to make an appointment with the Career Department. The Careers Department can provide support and guidance related to tertiary study, apprenticeships and employment opportunities. They can also assist with CV writing. To make an appointment your son should contact Mrs Kettle lkettle@nbhs.school.nz
L3 Geography Fieldtrip
Level 3 Geography classes visit Ocean Beach and Marine Parade on Monday, 24 February to look at spatial variations as a result of interacting natural processes. The teacher in charge is Mr Mead wmead@nbhs.school.nz
L2 & L3 Digital Technology Fieldtrip
On Tuesday 25 February Level 2 and 3 Digital Technology students visit the aquarium as part of their learning journey. This trip will provide an exciting, hands-on opportunity for students to explore marine ecosystems, biodiversity, and conservation efforts, which will inspire their digital projects. Level 2 students will focus on their Ocean Life Adventure theme, using what they learn to create interactive experiences highlighting ocean life’s beauty and challenges. Level 3 students will connect their research to the 7 Wicked Problems, exploring critical global issues such as climate change, pollution, and sustainability. This experience will help students see firsthand how technology can be used to educate, innovate, and develop solutions for real-world environmental challenges. The teacher in charge is Mr Cooke MCooke@nbhs.school.nz
Whakapiki Ake Project
Representatives from the Whakapiki Ake Project are onsite on Tuesday, 25 February. The initiative supports rangatahi from Year 9 to Year 13 – along with their whānau – into tertiary health-related pathways. The teacher in charge is Mr Te Rito TTe@nbhs.school.nz
What’s Due? NCEA Internal Assessments
We will begin adding due dates for upcoming NCEA internal assessments in the Senior School, here. This will commence from the middle of Term 1.
Gisborne Boys’ High School Cricket Exchange: Colts and 1st XI Cricket: 24-25 February 2025, Home
Tennis versus Palmerston North Boys’ High School: 25 February 2025, Palmerston North
Motocross: 28 February 2025, Te Kuiti
