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Year 7-10 Science Roadshow – 19 October 2026

The National Science – Technology Road Show 2026 is being offered to a maximum of 60 students in Year 7, 8, 9, and 10 students.  The 2026 programme is offering an engaging, lively, and interactive learning encounter of science for children, a visit to the Science Roadshow encompasses live shows and hands-on exhibits that expand students’ comprehension of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This endeavour strongly supports the Nature of Science strand and the Five Foundational Science Capabilities. Each year the shows, themes and exhibits change, so there’s always something new for students to learn and engage with. 

Each session includes two new exciting live science shows: 

  • Am I living? — Kei te Ora Ahau:  Explores the characteristics of living things. 
  • Kitchen Chemistry — Te pūtaiao ā-kihini:  Fascinating science from the pantry! 

 In between these two shows students have time to explore the hands-on exhibits grouped around the themes of: 

  • Astronomy — Te mātai arorangi 
  • Fair Tests — Ngā whakamātau tika 
  • Human Performance — Mahi tangata 
  • Movement — Te nekeneke 
  • Sight and Illusion — Te kitenga me ngā kitenga mariko 
  • Using Numbers — Te whakamahi tau 

Date/Time: Monday 19th October, 8.50 am – Return: 10.30 am 

Transport: Go bus 

Clothing: Full school uniform 

Costs: $18 to cover entry and a contribution towards the bus.

Venue: Southland Boys High School, 181 Herbert Street, Invercargill 

 This event contains risks, including getting injured while completing one of the 60 hands-on activities.  This event is supervised by school staff and Science roadshow who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan.  This includes all helpers going through a safety briefing which is passed on to each student at the activity.  While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels, they cannot be totally eliminated.  Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.  If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions, feel free to contact Mel Young, Assistant to the Head of Science at [email protected] 03 2116030.

It is important for safety reasons that students follow instructions given to them by all staff and follow all appropriate school rules. Behaviour by students that is deemed dangerous and puts themselves and/or others at undue risk will result in not being able to attend future science roadshow field trips. 

Please pay and complete permission form below by Friday 9 October 2026.

Y7-10 Science Roadshow 19 October 2026

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Student Information:

The information on this form will remain confidential to the teachers/instructors in charge of/assisting with the trip. However, in the interests of the safety of all involved, any life-threatening conditions may be made known to other students. Please be assured that your child’s physical and emotional well-being always remains of paramount importance to us.
Student's Full Name*
Year Level*
Students Medical Information:*
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Transport:*
Please indicate below if you give permission for your child to be driven by Go Bus

Parent/Caregiver Consent:

Please tick the boxes below to complete the Parent/Caregiver consent.
Parent Consent*

Payer Details

Payer Name*
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Payment

Any payments received for your child will be allocated to the oldest unpaid amounts sitting on your child's account first. Your child is not able to participate until all these amounts are paid in full.
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RISKS Disclosure

Weekly sports contains risks, including common injuries like strains, sprains, bruises and dislocations. These events are managed by the appropriate sporting body in conjunction with school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan. This includes careful consideration of the risks, all risks will be outlined to the students. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated. Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value. If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions, feel free to contact Ashleigh Rabel 03 211 6030 or [email protected].

It is important for safety reasons that students follow instructions given to them by all staff and follow all appropriate school rules. Behaviour by students that is deemed dangerous and puts themselves and/or others at undue risk will result in your child facing disciplinary actions on their return or sent home at the cost of the Whanau/parents or caregivers.

RISKS Disclosure

This event contains risks, including possible injuries. This event is managed by school staff or other organisations who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s/organisation’s safety management plan. This includes careful consideration of all procedures while carrrying out the activites. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated. Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.

If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions please phone 03 211 6030.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

I understand that sports, trips, and extra-curricular activities are opportunities for me to learn, practice skills, and gain attitudes and values in an environment outside of the school.  I realise that this requires me to take on genuine responsibility for my own enjoyment and safety and that of others.

I agree to do the following to make this happen:

  • Show courtesy and consideration to others.
  • Follow the rules and instructions of staff and other supervisors at the events.
  • Look after myself and my personal belongings.
  • Declare medical conditions that could affect participation in the events.
  • Accept the rules set by the school for the events.
  • Take part in all activities within ‘challenge-by-choice’ options

I understand that my parents / caregivers will be contacted and I may be sent home at their expense if:

  • My actions are considered unacceptable by staff / supervisors of these events.
  • I breach the behaviour / discipline standards of the school.
  • My actions put me or others in any danger.

Book a Tour of Enwood House

Come and see all that Southland Girls’ High School offers boarders with a tour of Enwood House that allows you to see our facilities in action, while meeting the staff and the students.

To book in for a tour of the boarding house, please email Jenni Dennis, [email protected] or telephone 03 211 6030.

Book a School Tour

Come and see all that Southland Girls’ High School offers students with a school tour that allows you to see our facilities in action, while meeting the staff and the students.

Student tour guides will answer questions and offer a student’s perspective, before meeting with a senior member of staff to discuss your child’s enrolment.

To book in for a tour of the school, please email Nicola Macpherson on  [email protected] or telephone 03 211 6030.

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328 Tweed Street, Georgetown,
Invercargill 9812, New Zealand

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