Year 9

All students must study English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Health, Physical Education and General Technology.

A one-term programme in Tikanga Māori is also part of the Year 9 programme.

In addition to these learning areas, Year 9 students must select options from the list below.

This selection MUST include at least ONE Technology subject and at least ONE Arts subject.

After testing, and on teacher recommendation, those students who are not at the required curriculum level will receive extra English Language support.

Students who wish to study a language may also choose a two-term language course in Te Reo Māori.

Code SUBJECT

Technology

9TecB Food Technology

9TecM Hard Materials Technology

9ITec Digital Technology

Arts

9ARTC Visual Art

9DANC Dance

9DRAM Drama

9MUSC Music

Year 10

COMPULSORY COURSES AT YEAR 10

In Year 10 all students take the compulsory core subjects of English, Mathematics, Health and Physical Education, Science and Social Studies.

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS AT YEAR 10

Students may choose four options and one back-up option for Year 10.

You must choose at least one "Arts" subject and one "Technology" subject.

In making a choice, students should consider their ability (skills), their interests and their goals and aspirations. Consult the subject flow chart on the inside back cover of this book and plan your course for Year 10 and beyond.

Note:
Some subjects – Art, DVC, Te Reo Maori, Music - are almost impossible to take in Year 11 as NCEA Level 1 courses if you do not opt for them in Year 10.

Remember to talk to your teachers, careers advisor and parents/guardians about your choices. They will have some valuable background information for you.

Good reasons for making an option choice:

* You are interested in the subject

* You enjoy the subject

* It will help your future education

* You have to study it to get into other courses

Poor reasons for making an option choice:

* Your friends are taking that subject

* You think a certain teacher is teaching it

* You think it is an “easy” subject

* You do not know what else to take