DCL Week 8 School Vision Statements (Christchurch) by Herbert Thomas https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch Add your school vision statements to this padlet, then organize them according to common themes. en-us 2016-04-20 22:27:30 UTC 2026-01-12 10:18:50 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.storage.googleapis.com/portrait/sticky.jpg Embrace Tradition, Embrace Innovation, Embrace Excellence https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/146679571 2017-01-12 00:47:16 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/146679571 Aranui, a proud community of hope and opportunities where people stand tall. https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147125020 Haeata ]]> 2017-01-13 18:42:12 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147125020 https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147218615 St Andrew's College students are active participants in a dynamic community of learners and inspired to become valued citizens and enthusiastic learners for life. St Andrew's nurtures the development of talent and creative ability through balanced exposure to academic, cultural, service, social, spiritual and sporting opportunities.]]> 2017-01-15 07:07:59 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147218615 Cashmere Primary School https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147269148  “Together we learn” 
Kotahitanga / Ako 

Our Purpose: Our primary purpose is to foster learning within a community that protects, cares for and develops the whole child. 
Cashmere Primary Rocks! 
R Respect and honesty 
O Opportunities 
C Caring 
K Knowledge & understanding 
S Success for all 

Because we believe: 
● Community partnership​ is an important factor contributing to student success. 
● In recognising and celebrating learning​achievement, excellence and difference. 
● In holistic and student-centred learning​ by supporting them to have a voice, to make value driven choices, to care for environment and to take risks and to grow resilience. 
● In thinking innovatively and creatively​ and to work collaboratively ​when problem solving. ]]> 2017-01-15 23:03:14 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147269148 Linwood Ave Primary keryn_r https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147303514 Whakaputa Hoa Te Akoranga - “Success through Learning” – this vision guides our school culture, decision-making, teaching practices and programmes.  It aligns closely with the New Zealand Curriculum, to help children to become successful, confident and  active learners.
 
It is important to us that our vision is expressed and communicated clearly, and includes the views of parents, whānau, children and staff, and becomes part of who we are.
 
Our mission statement is closely linked to our principles and values:
 
“Empowering children to aim high, persevere and succeed, while making a positive contribution to the world”
 
Our commitment is to all children regardless of their backgrounds,ethnicity, learning and social needs.

Our vision and mission  underpinned by our school values: 
  
Respect, Resilience, Curiosity and Caring
]]> 2017-01-16 08:35:13 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147303514 Rangiora Borough School https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147967082 "Pathways to Life Long   
Learning"]]> 2017-01-18 22:18:03 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147967082 Sumner School https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147977955 At the heart of the vision is our mission statement “Excellence and Effort in a Caring Environment.” This means achieving success through engagement and determination within a safe learning environment.

This is achieved by providing a rich curriculum which promotes community involvement and encourages the development of strong values.]]> 2017-01-19 00:41:26 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147977955 Ellesmere College will provide a challenging and caring learning environment responsive to the learning needs of all students. Our Students will be confident and motivated young people who are good citizens and Lifelong learners. Motto: Strive for Perfection. cheesmanc https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147987616  Chris Cheesman]]> 2017-01-19 03:05:12 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147987616 Hornby High School ca17 https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147991636 CARING // PROGRESSIVE //INDIVIDUALISED EDUCATION]]> 2017-01-19 04:09:24 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147991636 Christchurch South Intermediate https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147992090 Our Motto is "Aim High" and as an intermediate school targeting the needs of Year 7 and 8 students we have developed a vision that focuses on the very specific needs of this age group;

  • developing a passion for learning
    recognising that learning is a lifelong creative process

  • building independence
    helping our young people to take responsibility for themselves and their futures

  • celebrating diversity
    enjoying the wide and varied cultural and socio economic backgrounds we come from and the range of abilities we have to share

  • embracing challenge
    encouraging our students to move out of their comfort zones in order to grow in confidence as they begin to move through the significant and rewarding early adolescent years.
]]> 2017-01-19 04:14:25 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/147992090 trudibrowne https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148196186 Our school vision:

“Burnside Primary – Shining Stars for a Bright Future”

Burnside learners aspire to excellence.  We want our students to be:
  • Confident
  • Respectful
  • Creative
  • Resilient
  • Collaborative
]]> 2017-01-19 18:48:34 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148196186 St Joseph's School, Rangiora https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148274559 To develop a confident, connected community growing our Catholic faith and learning.
Kia whakatipu he hapori maaia, tuia te here tangata, hei whakanuia te whakapono Katorika me ona akoranga katoa.]]> 2017-01-20 04:13:55 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148274559 Amberley School mike_c https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148475148 Our vision for pupils, parents and staff at Amberley School. Through our example, efforts and encouragement our students will develop knowledge, attitudes and skills which enable them to be successful and contribute positively to their community.

Essentially we are helping our children to be: • high performers • team players • thinkers • investigators • communicators
]]> 2017-01-20 20:21:16 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148475148 St Thomas of Canterbury College https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148483788 "An educated mind and an educated heart."

Our vision is to inspire students to be responsible, socially conscious, resilient, and personally successful in the rapidly changing 21st century, and to be a student-centered model for educational innovation.

Features or characteristics of the use of Technology in teaching and learning at St Thomas of Canterbury College
  • Relevant: real-world, connected, meaningful, engaging, global, integrated/interdisciplinary, project-based
  • Rigorous: challenging, comprehensive, standards-based, open-ended, creative, critical thinking
  • Relationship-based: collaborative, compassionate, sensitive, culturally inclusive, personal, respectful, trusting, emotional intelligence, self-management

Our educational programs encourage students to learn through collaboration with family (home), our college and community. Students develop the resilience necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Their education at St Thomas’ prepares them for lifelong learning, productive citizenship or service, and personal growth.

Students learn in an innovative and professional environment fostered by the use of advanced learning methods and technology. Both staff and students understand the commitment necessary to implement a rigorous and relevant curriculum, one in which technology, standards, and skills development are embedded.

By Dean Smith
]]> 2017-01-20 21:16:33 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148483788 julian_josland https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148484645 2017-01-20 21:23:28 UTC https://padlet.com/herbert1/Christchurch/wish/148484645