Kia ora koutou,
As the deputy principal of learning behaviours, one of my main priorities for our kura is our students' attendance. Here are a few key messages about the importance of showing up every day!
Why Attendance Matters – Hauora, Achievement, Success
At Tarawera High School, every day matters. Being at school isn’t just a legal requirement- it’s the key to your hauora (wellbeing), your learning, and your future success.
Hauora – Wellbeing & Connection
Being here every day keeps you connected to friends, teachers, and your school whānau. That sense of belonging supports your emotional wellbeing, builds resilience, and helps you feel part of something bigger.
Achievement – Learning & Progress
Every day away is a day of learning lost. In secondary school, even small gaps make it harder to keep up. Attendance means you’re in class for assessments, skill-building, and hands-on learning. Regular attendance builds discipline, reliability, and commitment which are skills employers, apprenticeships, and tertiary providers value.
Why It Matters Even More Now
With the new curriculum, learning will be more connected and hands-on. Miss a week, and you could miss opportunities that can’t be repeated.
Our Message to Students & Whānau
- Attendance = Achievement = Opportunity
- Every day supports your wellbeing and your success
- We’ll work with you and your whānau to remove barriers and help you be here
Every day counts — your future starts with being here
Ngā mihi maioha,
Teresa Hoskins
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Deputy Principal of Learning Behaviours
