Art
The Art Department at Māngere College teaches incremental Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking skills and ideas, which are progressively individualised.
At all levels and in both disciplines, students are asked to use Art-making to develop, clarify and communicate ideas.
The visual and conceptual ideas that are explored are derived from students making analytical and inferential responses to relevant culturally inclusive Artworks.
This establishes the foundation for students to develop an individual and personal approach to creative thinking, problem-solving and a variety of innovation skills that are inherently transferrable across the wider curriculum as well as into any future endeavour.
Our programs are culturally responsive, based on explorations of personal and collective identity concerning both the immediate physical environment and the remembered and imagined environment of origin.
In Visual Art, students are encouraged to make positive learning decisions and become independent learners, co-constructing some of the individualized learning resources with the teacher
For many years, the Art Department has consistently performed highly in the NCEA assessment, with success rates above the national average in both the internal and external assessment. We are aspirational in our approach to student success, with almost all Art students passing NCEA Art at Level 1, 2, and 3, with significant numbers of Merit and Excellence subject endorsements each year.
Topics Covered in Art at Mangere College:
Year 9 and 10
Below are foundation topics introduced for the NCEA scaffold:
· Plant-based Maori and Pasifika patterns
· Basic figurative drawing
· Mangere Mountain
· Emblems of Pasifika paradise
Year 11
- Cultural identity explored and remembered,
- Aotearoa in the Pacific
Year 12 and 13
- Aotearoa and our place in the world.
Here the focus is on inquiry through curiosity. Students will select artist models and art topics that reflect their own identity. For students, years 12 and 13 are integrated into a progressive individual journey.
Business Studies
“Finance is not merely about making money. It is about achieving our deep goals and protecting the fruits of our labour. It’s about stewardship and, therefore, about achieving the good society.”
– Robert J. Shiller
The Business Studies Department at Mangere College offers financial education for one term to all Year 9 students. This is to ensure that every junior student has exposure to and develops knowledge and understanding of basic financial matters. This will help them to become financially capable.
In Year 10, students can select to study a full year course in Business Studies where they incorporate their Year 9 knowledge and broaden their skills in Accounting, Business Studies and Economics. Therefore, this course introduces students to Accounting, Economic concepts and Business studies knowledge in making the right choice for their NCEA course pathways.
Year 11, 12 and 13 students can choose to do any three subjects, or all Commerce subjects. Accounting is useful for any person wishing to enter the world of commerce in such areas as being an Accountant, Business Management, Risk Management, Banking, Tourism, Marketing, Insurance, Information Technology, Resource Management, Finance, Consultancy, Advisory and Self-Employment and Venture Capitalists.
Economics is a social science involving the study of people and their activities relating to production, consumption and trade, or exchange. It is a study of the behaviour of individuals, their work, decisions of what to produce, where to locate and how to market, and the activities of Government. A thorough study is also made of major economic issues, i.e. unemployment, inflation, budget deficits, trade imbalances and economic growth as well as monetary policy and fiscal policies and OCR.
Business Studies introduces you to the world of business. It covers Human Resources, Marketing, Research and running of the business by learning how to make a business plan, promoting and marketing your business and selling your product in different markets. Students learn about costing and pricing of the products. Business can help you in any profession.
Mrs Savitri Nadan: Head of Business Department. Business and Economics teacher.
Careers
In the Careers Department, we have an amazing team which consists of Ms Alfie Lafoou Lusa (Head of Careers & Pathways), Mrs Louise Reade (Gateway Coordinator) and Ms Nisi Fotofili (Careers Administrator).
We would like to welcome you to our Careers Department. We are located behind T block (Math's department).
Our Careers department is a welcoming space for our students to discuss future pathways by finding employment in the community, organising driver's licenses, academic studies and providing additional support to further you in your chosen field.
We encourage students to be independent and take initiative of their learning!
MCPA (Mangere College Pathways Academy)
We have rebranded Trades Academy to MCPA and officially launched in 2023. MCPA is designed to assist Year 13 students that are interested in being part of the Trades. We have a limited set of disciplines that range from construction, tourism, early childhood education, electrical and uniformed services.
This is a great way for students to engage through practical task and get first hand experience while completing standards that go towards NCEA Level 3.
While students are offsite Monday - Tuesday they will have set timetable from Wednesday - Friday that is covered in the attached PowerPoint.
There are still spaces available so if you are interested and committed come and see us.
English
The Department of English at Māngere College teaches incremental, transferrable reading and writing skills that lay the foundation for deep level and transformational thinking as our learners (ākonga) make their journey through English. Our reciprocal reading programme is designed to help our ākonga become confident, independent readers and critical thinkers. Our writing programme is designed to help our ākonga write confidently across a range of writing styles. We encourage our ākonga to express their ideas in an oral language context and we offer extracurricular opportunities to join our debating and spoken word teams. We respect and value our ākonga culture and heritage and insure that we reflect this through culturally responsive language and literature connecting to the wider world. We aspire to be transformational teachers (kaiako) who foster relationships with high expectations (whanaungatanga) to nurture curiosity through integrity, trust, sincerity and equity (manaakitanga).
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
For those students who have recently arrived in New Zealand, ESOL classes gives them the opportunity to develop their English in a safe environment, often in smaller classes. Those students who are in the mainstream but still needing some help with their English will also often have the opportunity to get teacher aide assistance in their mainstream class. Our ESOL classes are planned around current themes that seek to develop language used across the curriculum, and often incorporate practical elements in the classroom. School trips into the school garden and the community strive to teach elements of our community and New Zealand life.
The Language Department
The Language Department at Māngere College encourages exploration of one’s own language and culture. Our learning area puts students' ability to communicate at the centre by making Communication the core strand. This strand is supported by developing the linguistic and cultural awareness needed for communicative competence.
- students learn to use the language to make meaning
- students learn about culture and the interrelationship between culture and language
- students study the language in order to understand how it works
Within our department, we encourage students to find their fullest potential through whanaungatanga, tautoko, tika & pono. All students take a language in Year 9 and continue through till year 10 and in Year 11, 12 and 13 they are able to choose to continue to take it as an option. We teach across the department in themes as you can see below.
Term 1
Myself & My Family
Term 2
My Culture & Identity
Term 3
Myths & Legends
Term 4
My Well-being
The 5 different Languages we teach here are Te Reo Māori, Cook Islands Māori, Lea Faka Tonga, Gagana Samoa and Mandarin.
TE REO MĀORI
COOK ISLANDS MĀORI
LEA FAKA TONGA
MANDARIN
GAGANA SAMOA
Languages Subject Progression
Mathematics
At Māngere College we support our students in their learning, from basic math skills for everyday life through to preparing students for further study.
Teachers encourage students to demonstrate mathematical concepts from a variety of perspectives. Cross curricular activities and appreciation of diverse cultures including our local iwi is encouraged in the classroom. Students are encouraged to use technological tools appropriately and effectively in their math lessons. Our senior maths students are encouraged to choose courses that match their career pathways. This is done through discussions with their teachers and exposure through career expos and opportunities offered by outside providers.
Our dedicated staff also provide free extra tutorial help outside of school hours where students can go for one-to-one help. The current Acting Deputy Principal Miss Ma (former HoD) developed and encouraged team Mathematics competitions for some of our South Auckland schools. In addition to the competition there are opportunities for senior students to attend Pacific Academy. This is an initiative run by the University of Auckland for students who are preparing for math and statistics externals. We continue to encourage students to sign up and take part as it compliments the learning in the classroom.
A summary of the success our students are experiencing here at Māngere College in Mathematics and Statistics:
Over 99% numeracy
70% of our students take maths all the way up to Year 13.
Teams placed in the top 3 at South Auckland Mathematics Competition (SAMC) events.
Mathematics and Statistics
| 9MAT | 10MAT | 1MAC - Calculus | 2MAC - Calculus | 3MAC - Calculus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students do an Asttle test at the start and end of year to identify curriculum levels of understanding and where support is needed. This is through working with the learning support department. SAMC as an extracurricular for Year 9 and 10 students as well as a level 1 standard done at year 10. | 1MAS - Statistics | 2MAS - Statistics | 3MAS - Statistics | |
| 1MAT – General | 2MAT - General | 3MAT – General | ||
| Learning support | VPMAT - Vocational | |||
| All students with exception to students with learning needs do the Algebra exam | ||||
Performing Arts Department
The Māngere College Performing Arts Department aims to enhance our student’s confidence and creativity through the disciplines of Dance, Drama and Music. Through studying these mediums in a safe, secure, and supportive environment we develop originality and the student’s ability to express ideas through performance and composition-based activities. We offer a wide range of platforms throughout the year for students to excel in their artistry and present to a mixture of audiences including those at our Performing Arts Showcase, Community Concerts, Competitions and at Awards Ceremonies. We have a dedicated team of teachers and tutors who work closely with all our students and promote practices that broaden their creative horizons and expose them to different styles and perspectives. We engage with a diverse group of external professionals, organisations, orchestras and coaches or mentors to give our students the best chances of succeeding in the Performing Arts. When it comes to decision making and our teaching philosophy, we always ensure that the students are very much at the centre.
Health and Physical Education
Teaching and learning within the Health and Physical Education curriculum is designed to empower our students to remain active and to learn to work cooperatively and constructively with people of all cultures and abilities. We endeavour to give students the ability to think critically about the world around them, to make informed decisions on how to live a healthy life and to take action for their own wellbeing and that of others within their community.
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Health Education
In health Education students develop their own understanding of the factors that influence the health of individuals, groups and society, which include: lifestyle, economic, social, cultural, political and environmental factors. They develop competencies for mental wellbeing, reproductive health and positive sexuality, drug and alcohol education and nutrition.
Junior health
In junior Health students are encouraged to investigate ways in which well-being can be affected in a range of contexts and to develop strategies to cope with difficult or challenging situations.
This can include:
Hauora/Well-being
Drug and alcohol education
Positive relationships and assertive communication
Food and nutrition
Sexuality education
Mental health
Senior health
In years 11-13 the underlying concepts are extended and examined in more depth. These include hauora/well-being, socio-ecological perspectives and attitudes and values. Students experience opportunities to investigate current and relevant issues in New Zealand and across the world, critically think about causes and effects of these issues and to develop strategies to promote health and wellbeing for both individuals and communities.
Health is an university approved subject
Physical Education
In Physical Education the focus is on movement and its contribution to the development of individuals and communities. Students are encouraged to engage in movement experiences that promote and support the development of physical and social skill. Our units foster critical thinking and action, and enables students to understand the role and significance of physical activity for individuals and society.
Junior Physical Education
In Year’s 9 and 10 students are challenged to engage in a range of contexts to develop their physical and interpersonal skills. Our units promote inclusion, personal and social responsibility, and help to develop leadership skills. Students will explore biophysical and socio-cultural concepts that can impact and enhance movement and physical activity experiences for individuals and communities. This include:
Aquatics and water safety
Adventure Based Learning
Basic Anatomy, exercise physiology and biomechanics
Impact of societal influences on physical activity
Social Responsibility
International games and cultural diversity
Invasion and striking skills and strategies
Senior Physical Education
Senior Physical Education extends students’ knowledge of biophysical concepts and socio-cultural factors investigated in the junior school. Students are given opportunities to further understand, develop and implement aspects of skill improvement, training programs and group processes to enhance both sports performance and interpersonal skills. Our units encourage critical thinking and challenge assumptions relating to health, fitness and sports performance concepts.
These include:
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology
Outdoor education
Interpersonal skills and group processes
Performance Improvement
Methods and Principles of training
Impact of issues and events on sports/physical activity
Leadership strategies
Officiating and refereeing
Physical Education is an university approved subject
Science
Science involves people investigating the living, physical, material, and technological components of their environment and making sense of them in logical and creative ways.
Learning in Science is fundamental to understanding the world in which we live and work. It helps people to clarify ideas, to ask questions, to test explanations through measurement and observation, and to use their findings to establish the worth of an idea.
Mangere College Science department is well resourced with experienced and knowledgeable staff. Students are provided with many learning opportunities and interactive experiments that introduce them into the world of Science. We cover the 4 strands of Science at the junior levels. Students are doing Biology, Chemistry and Physics at senior levels.
Our teaching and student stewardship is informed by pedagogical research and catered to the different learning styles of our learners. We offer a safe space for learning, collaborative and inclusive with content comprising fundamental theory and experiments.
Social Sciences
The Department of Social Sciences at Māngere College inspires our students to observe, interpret and understand the world around them and their place in it.
Our learning area is about ‘how societies work and how people can participate as critical, active, informed, and responsible citizens. Our contexts are varied and involve navigating Te Ao Māori, Pasifika world views and analysis of global issues and events.
Within our department, we aspire to promote life-long learning and develop skills that will assist learners no matter what pathway they choose. All students in Year 9 and 10 take Social Studies as a course and in Years 11, 12, and 13 this branches off into our specialist subjects of History, Geography, and Sustainability.
Social Studies
In Years 9 and 10 students learn a range of skills that will assist in future pathways. Our courses focus on inquiry and decision-making.
Year 9 our main theme is Tūrangawaewae - A Place to Stand. Where do we locate ourselves and what is our identity?
In Year 10, our main theme is being a Global Citizen. How can we prepare ourselves to respond to global challenges?
History
In Year 11 History we have a focus on Aotearoa in the Pacific.
In Year 12 our focus is on Aotearoa and our place in the world.
In Year 13 our focus is on inquiry through curiosity. Students will select historical topics that inspire them to become active citizens.
Geography
In Year 11 History we focus on our place in Māngere and where this fits in with the wider world.
In Year 12 we learn about our place in Tāmaki Makaurau and how global processes have shaped this.
In Year 13 our focus is on inquiry through curiosity. Students will select global topics that inspire them to develop agency to respond to future challenges.
Sustainability
Through our Sustainability course, students will work alongside community partners, to help design solutions for a more sustainable future. A key theme is showing kaitiakitanga of the cultural and ecological heritage of our local landmarks - our moana - Te Manukanuka o Hoturoa and our maunga - Māngere Mountain Te Pane o Mataoho.
Technology Course Information
Year 9 Technology
Food Technology and Fabric Technology (Soft Materials)
Digital Technology
Hard Materials and Design & Visual Communication (DVC)
Your secondary school year introduces students to the various combined strands of Technology - over the year you will rotate through short courses which give you a ‘taste’ of what we have to offer.
Year 10 Technology
Digital Technology
Food Technology
Fashion - Design and Production Technology
Wood (hard materials) Technology
Design and Product Development (DPD) and Multi Materials Technology
Our courses run for the whole year and give students the opportunity to test themselves against the requirements of the chosen topics – lots of ‘hands on projects’ to be involved in.
Year 11 Technology - NCEA Level 1
Building and Construction (1BCT)
Catering (1CAT)
Digital Technology (1DGT)
Design and Product Development (1DPD)
Fashion (1FAS)
Metal Technology (1MET)
NCEA brings new challenges and the Technology subjects on offer give students the opportunity to mix written and practical skills together. This busy year forms the basis of career pathways to explore.
Year 12 Technology - NCEA Level 2
Automotive (2AUT)
Building and Construction (2BCT)
Catering (2CAT)
Design and Visual Communication (2DVC)
Digital (2DGT)
Fashion (2FAS)
Hospitality (2HOS)
Metal Technology (2MET)
Travel and Tourism (2TOU)
Our courses expand and become more specialised. Decisions regarding career pathways become more serious and skilled, precision and knowledge become a major focus.
Year 13 Technology - NCEA Level 3
Automotive (3AUT)
Building and Construction (3BCT)
Catering (3CAT)
Digital Technology (3DGT)
Design and Visual Communication (3DVC)
Fashion (3FAS)
Hospitality (3HOS)
Metal Technology (3MET)
Travel and Tourism (3TOU)
Students enjoy the flexibility of working on projects that inspire and motivate them as they prepare for employment or further study.
English
The Department of Social Sciences at Māngere College inspires our students to observe, interpret and understand the world around them and their place in it.
Our learning area is about ‘how societies work and how people can participate as critical, active, informed, and responsible citizens. Our contexts are varied and involve navigating Te Ao Māori, Pasifika world views and analysis of global issues and events.
Within our department, we aspire to promote life-long learning and develop skills that will assist learners no matter what pathway they choose. All students in Year 9 and 10 take Social Studies as a course and in Years 11, 12, and 13 this branches off into our specialist subjects of History, Geography, and Sustainability.
Social Studies
In Years 9 and 10 students learn a range of skills that will assist in future pathways. Our courses focus on inquiry and decision-making.
Year 9 our main theme is Tūrangawaewae - A Place to Stand. Where do we locate ourselves and what is our identity?
In Year 10, our main theme is being a Global Citizen. How can we prepare ourselves to respond to global challenges?
History
In Year 11 History we have a focus on Aotearoa in the Pacific.
In Year 12 our focus is on Aotearoa and our place in the world.
In Year 13 our focus is on inquiry through curiosity. Students will select historical topics that inspire them to become active citizens.
Geography
In Year 11 History we focus on our place in Māngere and where this fits in with the wider world.
In Year 12 we learn about our place in Tāmaki Makaurau and how global processes have shaped this.
In Year 13 our focus is on inquiry through curiosity. Students will select global topics that inspire them to develop agency to respond to future challenges.
Sustainability
Through our Sustainability course, students will work alongside community partners, to help design solutions for a more sustainable future. A key theme is showing kaitiakitanga of the cultural and ecological heritage of our local landmarks - our moana - Te Manukanuka o Hoturoa and our maunga - Māngere Mountain Te Pane o Mataoho.
Support Services
The Department of Social Sciences at Māngere College inspires our students to observe, interpret and understand the world around them and their place in it.
Our learning area is about ‘how societies work and how people can participate as critical, active, informed, and responsible citizens. Our contexts are varied and involve navigating Te Ao Māori, Pasifika world views and analysis of global issues and events.
Within our department, we aspire to promote life-long learning and develop skills that will assist learners no matter what pathway they choose. All students in Year 9 and 10 take Social Studies as a course and in Years 11, 12, and 13 this branches off into our specialist subjects of History, Geography, and Sustainability.
Social Studies
In Years 9 and 10 students learn a range of skills that will assist in future pathways. Our courses focus on inquiry and decision-making.
Year 9 our main theme is Tūrangawaewae - A Place to Stand. Where do we locate ourselves and what is our identity?
In Year 10, our main theme is being a Global Citizen. How can we prepare ourselves to respond to global challenges?
History
In Year 11 History we have a focus on Aotearoa in the Pacific.
In Year 12 our focus is on Aotearoa and our place in the world.
In Year 13 our focus is on inquiry through curiosity. Students will select historical topics that inspire them to become active citizens.
Geography
In Year 11 History we focus on our place in Māngere and where this fits in with the wider world.
In Year 12 we learn about our place in Tāmaki Makaurau and how global processes have shaped this.
In Year 13 our focus is on inquiry through curiosity. Students will select global topics that inspire them to develop agency to respond to future challenges.
Sustainability
Through our Sustainability course, students will work alongside community partners, to help design solutions for a more sustainable future. A key theme is showing kaitiakitanga of the cultural and ecological heritage of our local landmarks - our moana - Te Manukanuka o Hoturoa and our maunga - Māngere Mountain Te Pane o Mataoho.