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Parent-Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA is a vital part of the culture of Tauhara College. This is a group of energetic and enthusiastic parents who support the school in a variety of ways. As well as raising funds for important projects in the school, and supporting student activities, the PTA promotes good communication with the Board of Trustees, Senior Leadership Team and the sta . It is an ideal opportunity for parents to liaise directly with the Principal, raise issues of importance, and to build knowledge of what is happening at school. We are very fortunate to have a very strong PTA group at Tauhara College and you would be most welcome to join.
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Attending school regularly
There is no doubt that regular, uninterrupted attendance at school is essential for successful learning to take place. Absences from school should therefore only be for sickness or important family matters such as bereavements or tāngi. Other situations, like family holidays and unavoidable events that students are required to attend should be requested from the Principal in advance: bk@tauhara.school.nz
Phone
Email
Send a Note
Lateness
If your child is absent, please phone the school on (07) 378 9304 if possible before 9.00am.
alternatively, please email the school using: info@tauhara.school.nz
If you are unable to phone the school, please send a note to your student’s Tutor teacher on the day the student returns. The note should name the student, give the reason for the absence, the dates of absence, and have the legible signature of a parent or caregiver.
Students are expected to be at class on time with the appropriate equipment. Students who are late to school after Tutor time must sign in at the o ce before going to class. If students are late, but still during tutor time, they should go to their Tutor for absence check and to access the daily notices. Parents and caregivers will be contacted by text or email if students do not arrive at school, via the “early noti cation” communication system.
Bursaries and Allowances Tuwharetoa Grant:
Students in Years 11 to Year 13 may apply for nancial assistance from the Tuwharetoa Trust Board to cover stationery costs and examination fees. Contact details are available from the College O ce.
Financial Assistance:
The college is able to provide some nancial assistance to students and their families and whānau who are unable to a ord various school costs. These could include uniform, stationery, school trips and NZQA fees. Students or parents should contact their year level Dean or the Deputy Principal to nd out more about this grant. This is handled discreetly and sensitively. Certain business and other grants are available to assist students with the costs of their education. Excellent scholarships are available to high achieving school leavers.
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