Pompallier Catholic School has a proud history
of providing an excellent education in a caring environment for
children from new Entrant through to Year Eight.
Pompallier Catholic School is an integral part of St. Joseph’s
Catholic Parish and the Kaitaia community.
Pompallier Catholic School is conducted by lay teaching staff,
in collaboration with the Parish Priest, the Board of Trustees,
the school families and parishioners.
As a Mercy School, Pompallier upholds those traditions peculiar
to that order and honours the spirit of the followers of Cecilia
Maher.
Our Vision
That every child is able to learn and take risks in a safe Christ-centered
environment that focuses on family and community values:
Love, Integrity, Truth, Mercy
It is through these words that we up hold our special character.
Pompallier Catholic School Goals 2008 - 2010
To achieve ‘our vision’ for our students, Pompallier
Catholic School will develop the following goals for the three years:
2008 - 2010.
1. Success for All
To provide a learning community where ‘success for all’ is promoted.
- Teaching strategies and thinking tools are promoted to encourage
and motivate students to succeed
- Early detection of learning difficulties and support given as
needed
- Targeted teaching assistance is used with identified groups
of children
2. Community
To promote Pastoral care aspects to the wider community and to
celebrate our special character at all times.
- Special Character committee is set up within the school/Parish
- Catholic School Days is celebrated more within our wider community
- PTFA are brought on board to pastoral care aspect of our school
3. Future
To provide career education and guidance to Year 7 and 8 students.
- Units are planned with Careers in mind at all times
- Careers week is developed where children go out of school to
visit business
- Develop a careers information programme in the school for year
7 & 8 students
4. Culture
To provide positive cultural understandings through the involvement
of the Maori community to enhance better outcomes for Maori students.
- Higher academic outcomes for Maori students
- There are visual signs in the school that acknowledge Maori
culture
- Maori resource people from the parish are used regularly to
support the school programme
5. Achievement
Student achievement information will be passed on to students, parents
and the wider community and used to direct future learning steps.
- Regular assessment of numeracy and literacy areas in the school
- Formative assessment practices are developed further
- Targeted child’s parents are informed and brought on board early
on to aid learning
6. Core
To provide priority on student achievement in Literacy and Numeracy.
- Students will develop speed and accuracy in basic facts and
mathematical operations
- Students will be reading at or above their age level
- Students will develop the accepted conventions of written language
in a range of genre appropriate to their age
7. Catholic Character
To provide an emotionally and physically safe learning environment,
which embraces the Catholic Character.
- Staff to have regular staff reflection to focus on theology
and Catholic Character development
- Gospel values are evident in the way we treat each other
- Regular interchange of teachers and classes for Religious Education
programme and Prayer time
To achieve ‘our vision’ for our students, Pompallier
Catholic School will develop the following goals for the next three
years 2008-2010
1. Success for All
To provide a learning community where ‘success for all’ is promoted.
- Teaching strategies and thinking tools are promoted to encourage
and motivate students to succeed
- Early detection of learning difficulties and support given as
needed
- Targeted teaching assistance is used with identified groups
of children
2. Community
To provide a learning community where ‘success for all’ is promoted.
- Special Character committee is set up within the school/Parish
- Catholic School Days is celebrated more within our wider community
- PTFA are brought on board to pastoral care aspect of our school
3. Future
To provide career education and guidance to Year 7 and 8 students.
- Units are planned with Careers in mind at all times
- Careers week is developed where children go out of school to
visit business
- Develop a careers information programme in the school for year
7 and 8 students
4. Culture
To provide positive cultural understandings through the involvement
of the Maori community to enhance better outcomes for Maori students.
- Higher academic outcomes for Maori students
- There are visual signs in the school that acknowledge Maori
culture
- Maori resource people from the parish are used regularly to
support the school programme
5. Achievement
Student achievement information will be passed on to students, parents
and the wider community and used to direct future learning steps.
- Regular assessment of numeracy and literacy areas in the school
- Formative assessment practices are developed further
- Targeted child's parents are informed and brought on board early
on to aid learning
6. Core Curriculum
To provide priority on student achievement in Literacy and Numeracy.
- Students will develop speed and accuracy in basic facts and
mathematical operations
- Students will be reading at or above their age level
- Students will develop the accepted conventions of written language
in a range of genre appropriate to their age
7. Catholic Character
To provide an emotionally and physically safe learning environment,
which embraces the Catholic Character.
- Staff to have regular staff reflection to focus on theology
and Catholic Character development
- Gospel values are evident in the way we treat each other
- Regular interchange of teachers and classes for Religious Education
programme and Prayer time
It takes a whole school community to create a
‘Great School’
Great Schools create ‘Great Children’ who are equipped with the
necessary skills and strategies to deal with the many challenges
that they will face as they grow.
Let’s make the next three years here at Pompallier Catholic School
strong years where we walk together with our children supporting
their faith and developing their academic abilities.
Staff
Pompallier school is staffed by a team of highly skilled and dedicated
professionals who are committed to providing students with an excellent
education in a nurturing environment.
Teaching Staff:
Principal: Mr. Daniel Pepper
Deputy Principal: Mrs. June Paton
Director of Religious Studies: Mrs Michele Mill |
Room 1 (years 0-2): Mrs. June Paton
Room 2 (years 2-3): Mrs. Michele Mill
Room 3 (years 3-4): Mr. Lou King |
Room 4 (year 4):
Mrs Helen West
Room 5 (years 5-6): Mrs Sarah Cash
Room 6 (years 7-8): Mrs Kathryn Carey |
Support
Staff:
Administration: Mrs. Helen Phillips |
Teacher Aide: Mrs. Denise Gunn |
PTFA
Pompallier School has strong PTFA which is always looking for
new members. This vital school group raises money and supports the
school in many different projects and ventures. The group meets
regularly throughout the term.
Reporting to Parents
Teachers track student achievement through out the year which is
shared with parents as follows:
- Each student has an portfolio where a sample of work is placed
each week
- Assessment tasks are varied to cover the school curriculum
- At the end of Terms 1 and 3 the folder is sent home to share
with families. An evaluation sheet is included for comment
- At the start of Term 3 formal parent/teacher interviews are
held, with the assessment folder as a guiding document
- A written report is sent home to parents at the end of Term
2 and Term 4.
Teaching staff are available for informal discussions on student
learning and well-being at any other times by request.
Learning Support
The classroom teachers are supported by a Teacher Aide and a Resource
Teacher of Learning and Behavior who offer learning support for
students. Extension programmes are offered to cater for children
with special abilities. Students are encouraged to enter external
competitions such as Australian Science, Maths and English (run
by the University of N.S.W) and Problem Challenge (run by the University
of Otago). We are proud to have a fine record of success in all
of these competitions.
Home Readers (Junior Students)
Daily reading material is sent home in Journal Bags. Families
are asked to supervise the reading of this material and to encourage
further reading.
Newsletters
A newsletter with events, policy changes and school happenings
is sent home every second Wednesday with the eldest child in the
family. The newsletter in available to the church, local clubs and
organizations as a means of conveying messages.
Children's Health
The Public Health Nurse provides Health Services to our school.
The enrolment questionnaire and discussion with the New Entrant
Teacher form part of an assessment of each child’s health
when they start school. From time to time the school may ask the
Health Nurse to see a child at school for running ears, vision checks,
assessment of skin conditions, etc. please inform the school if
you do not require this service for your child. You may contact
our Health Nurse, through the school directly, or by phoning 408
3425.
Routine checks on eyesight and hearing are conducted at the school
during the year. Cleanliness of hair and nails is a parental responsibility
and is encouraged. The school needs to be informed if children are
on regular medication. Antidotes for specific allergies can be kept
in the School Sick Bay. Our attention should also be drawn to any
ailments your child might suffer from while at school.
Dental Treatment
Inspection visits are conducted yearly, where all children on
the school roll are seen. Parents whose children require treatment
are contacted by the Dental Nurse. You can contact the Dental Nurse
by phoning 408 0125.
Home Work
Home work is a vital continuance of classroom learning, Pompallier
has a home work policy which is available for families on request.
All teachers send home regular homework assignments. Families are
encouraged to assist their children with home work assignments and
to consult with teachers if assistance is required. Please make
sure that homework becomes a regular feature in your child’s
home life as it reinforces what is being taught in the classrooms.
Children need to have a homework space that is clear of distractions
and noise.
Parent Help
We rely on and encourage family support and parent help to assist
us with School activities. We are grateful for the support we receive
from families in transporting students and the like. Please feel
welcome to support your child and the school to provide the best
possible education for all.
Involvement in Parish Worship
There is a family Mass each term on a Sunday, where children and
parents are involved. The whole school attends Mass on Holy Days
of Obligation. The school also runs two masses a term on a Sunday
thus encouraging a strong school / Parish relationship. Classes
attend Friday Mass at 9.15 on a programme outlined by the Director
of Religious Studies at the beginning of the year.
School Assemblies
A prayer assembly is held each Monday morning from 9.00-9.15 am.
A School assembly is held fortnightly on Friday at 2.10 pm. Family,
friends and the community are encouraged to join us.
School Fees
Attendance Dues: $72.00 per child per term.
(As a condition of enrolment in an Integrated School, there is a
legal requirement for families to pay Attendance Dues, which helps
to maintain the school). Voluntary Donation: $10.00 per child per
term (This is for services from the Catholic Education Office).
Voluntary Activity Donation: $13.00 per child per term (This assists
your children and the school).
School Uniforms
Students wear the following school uniform with pride:
Year 1 to 6 students
Girls
Culottes
Green Polo Shirt
Green Sweat Shirt
Green track pants and green jackets are a winter options
Black or Brown sandals and school shoes
Short white socks Boys
Grey shorts
Green Polo Shirt
Green Sweat Shirt
Green track pants and green jackets are a winter options
Black or Brown sandals and school shoes
Grey socks with green band
Skirt or Culottes
White polo shirt |
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Year
7 and 8 students Girls
Green Sweat Shirt
Green jackets are a winter option
Black or Brown sandals and school shoes
Short white socks Boys
Grey shorts
White polo shirt
Green Sweat Shirt
Green jackets are a winter option
Black or Brown sandals and school shoes
Grey socks with green band |
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This is compulsory for Year 0 through to Year 8. Black shorts and
House coloured T-shirt
A Green hat is compulsory for all students during the summer months.
(Term 1 and Term 4)
Please ensure that you clearly name all uniform items.
School Times
9.00 am: School commences
10.30 - 10.50 am: Morning tea interval
12.30 - 1.15 pm: Lunch break
3.00 pm: School concludes
Our Community
Board of Trustees
Pompallier School is governed by a skilled and dedicated Board
of Trustees who meet once a month to ensure that the school is effectively
managed.
Elected Parent
Representatives
Andrew Kelleher
Diane Waipouri
Sheryl Hansford
Rachel Thompson |
Proprietor’s
Representatives
Bill Pomare
Helen Payne
Father Littlewood |
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Staff Representative
Lou King |
Principal
Daniel Pepper |
Summary
of meeting held on 29 October 2007 |