Focus Weeks

In Term 2 as part of its on-going emphasis on School Wide Positive Behaviours, Gisborne Secondary College will be continuing its work on Focus Weeks supported by mini lessons in the Mentor space to support students understanding of systems, processes, expectations, and the school values.

Below you will find an outline of each focus week to both give you some perspective on the work we are doing and to support conversations you may be having at home.

Week 6 - 20th – 24th May 2024

Merits – At the midpoint in the term we are running a whole school focus on celebration, especially the College’s merit system. We will also be looking at appropriate use of the school computer network and effective use of devices in the classroom, specifically when it is appropriate for students to access their devices.

Week 7 - 27th – 31st May 2024

Respect – In week 7 students will enhance their understanding of how to greet others around the College and to learn about appropriate social registers regarding greeting or addressing others in different situations.

Week 8 - 3rd – 7th June 2024

Environment –Students will discuss different ways to look after the school yard with respect.

Week 9 - 10th – 14th June 2024

Mobile Phones – The overall focus of the staff will be on ensuring students are compliant with the school and education departments position regarding mobile phones in schools. Phones should be securely stored from 8.55am – 3.16pm in student’s lockers. We will also be delivering mini lessons regarding correct ways to behave and being respectful during guest speaker presentations. 

Week 10 -17th – 21st June 2024

Achievement – To allow every student to achieve their personal best, especially in assessments, this week we will be actively teaching exam and test behaviours so that all those involved understand what appropriate behaviour under test / exam conditions is.