In July we have the opportunity to take the Level 1 Visual Art Students to visit Te Rau Marae in Bluff. The experience the students have here will connect to the learning they are doing around out local history and understanding of Te Ao Māori concepts.

We will learn about the artworks in Tahu Potiki Whare Rau (the meeting house) and the meaning behind these as part of the learning required for the level 1 visual arts course. The students will be asked to take notes and we will also spend time drawing. When we finish at the Marae we will venture to the top of Bluff Hill.

Details:

Time: 9am Depart Southland Girls High School on Go Bus 9.30am Arrive Te Rau Aroha Marae, Bluff – Here we will spend time learning, listening and drawing

12pm Depart Te Rau Aroha Marae and head to Bluff Hill or another venue for lunch and drawing/photography time. 1pm Depart Bluff 1.30pm Arrive Southland Girls High School.

Date: Wednesday 3rd July

Clothing: The students will be required to wear correct winter uniform  and bring a wet weather jacket. We expect student behaviour to meet our high standards at all times.

Food: Students will be given kai at Te Rau Aroha Marae for morning tea but will need to bring their own packed lunch and water bottles.

Cost: We ask that students contribute $15 towards the cost of the trip.

The students will be given their teachers cell phone number and instructions for the trip will be discussed prior to leaving.

This event contains risks, including travel to and from Bluff and being out in the elements.  This event is managed by school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan.  This includes careful planning, following the itinerary and instructions from staff at Te Rau Marae if there is an emergency. 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 myself, Sarah Templer on 03 2116030 ext 848 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 follow up with YLCs on the return to school.

Please pay and complete permission form asap.