Nominations for the Waimauku School Board of Trustees Election Are Now Open
Nominations are now open for the election of parent representatives to the Waimauku School Board. Schooled Election Pilot have been appointed as the Returning Officer for this election.
All eligible voters will receive a nomination form by email, or if we do not have your email address it will be sent to you by post. The nomination pack will include a cover letter
explaining the nomination process as well as a nomination form. You can use this form to nominate yourself, or you can nominate someone else in the community. (If you are going to nominate someone else, ensure they are aware of your nomination and are willing to accept the nomination). Information on who is not eligible to be a School Board member is provided with the nomination form.
If you need additional nomination forms, or forms in Te Reo Māori of a different language, please contact the Returning Officer directly on 0800 VOTENZ (0800 868 369) or election@electionpilot.nz.
Nominations close at noon on Wednesday 6 August. Nominations can be submitted by email, through the Election Pilot system at www.electionpilot.nz or by returning the completed nomination form to the school office. You may provide a candidate statement and photograph with your nomination.
The electoral roll is held at the school office and can be viewed during normal school hours.
Voting closes at 4pm on Wednesday 10 September.
THE ARTS
Music
At Waimauku school music is valued as a stand-alone subject with a music specialist connecting with each level in the school. This ensures the continuity and layering of learnt knowledge at each level. The Orff approach to music teaching uses the holistic approach of voice, body and movement and the playing of instruments both structured and improvisational. Students have the opportunity to explore the musical elements, create and perform their own work. Making and playing music together in a fun positive environment is the primary focus of the music programme at all levels.
Drama
The integrated teaching of drama, which occurs in our classrooms, gives students the opportunity to develop self-confidence, express their ideas and storytelling on a performance-based platform. Our school recognises the importance of offering involvement in the performing arts with our biannual junior shows (all students involved) and senior shows where students can opt into roles on and off the stage.
Dance
Dance is not just seen as a fitness opportunity but as a means of expression. Learning through the art of dance allows students to explore the elements of dance, create their own work, collaborate and cooperate together and perform.
Visual Art
Visual arts are highly valued at Waimauku School. Much of our experience of the world is visual, and experiences and explorations through the creative process encourage many ways to describe and respond to the world.
At Waimauku School we aim to provide students with opportunities to experience and progressively develop skills in a variety of media, and gain an appreciation for the artwork of peers, adults and other cultures.