Professional Engineering Day Out – 19 September 2024

The Southland Branch of Engineering New Zealand in collaboration with Great South’s Southland Youth Futures programme welcome students to attend the Professional Engineering Day Out – a fun and engaging experience where students will learn about Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, and Geotechnical Engineering.  There will be interactive activities and a Q & A employers and graduates.  If you have received this letter your child has indicated their interest in this event or this career pathway, and would like to attend.

Details:

Time/Date:        10am – 1pm, Thursday 19 September 2024

Travel:                  Depart 9.50am, return 1.10pm

Transport:           Students will be transported to and from event by Go Bus

Clothing:             Students to wear school uniform

Cost:                     No cost

Venue:                  Hansen Hall, Southern Institute of Technology

Additional:         Lunch will be provided, students need to advise of any dietary requirements.   SGHS will be one of several schools taking part in this event

The purpose of the event is for students to see what a career in engineering looks like, discover disciplines of professional engineering and pathways into each area.  It will also be a good opportunity for students to network with employers and understand where their degree can take them and what the world of work looks like once they have qualified.

Students can bring their bags with them, they can be stored at SIT however it would be recommended that the keep anything of value or personal significance at home, just to be safe.  As this is a school event students are not permitted to use their phones will onsite at SIT.  Please ensure all health information is up to date in EDGE.  Students will be supervised by myself and Great South staff.

This event may contain some risks including, but not limited to, trying on space suits and working together as part of a team to make a bridge using household items.  This event is supervised by school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan.  This includes careful consideration of the risks, and all risks will be outlined to the students before starting any of the activities.  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 Rachel Smith at [email protected] or 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 students being returned to school.

Please complete the permission form by Tuesday 17 September.

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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