School Closes Early – Tuesday 24th & Friday 27th June
Tuesday 24th & Friday 27th June, School will be closing after P3 (12.15pm).
Attendance – Celebrating & Encouraging Improved Attendance.
We believe in celebrating the positive efforts our young men are making with their attendance! To recognise their commitment, we will be hosting a sausage sizzle Wednesday 25th June for all students who currently have attendance over 95%. We currently have around 500 boys that sit in this category.
Parent Teacher Conferences this week!
Our Portal is now open via the Schoolbridge app Napier Boys’ High School
- Day Students: Tuesday, June 24th, 1:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- Hostel Students: Friday, June 27th, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Please book your young man’s time soon. Contact the main office if you need assistance.
Bus Behaviour
Just a friendly reminder about our school buses. These services are invaluable for safely getting our young men to and from school. Please ensure your sons continue to act with respect and politeness to everyone on board, and remember that all school rules apply. We appreciate your ongoing support in fostering a positive environment for all.
Pasifika Leadership and Sports Day – 26th June 2025
Model UN – 25th June 2025
An opportunity for our young men to experience what it might be like to be part of the United Nations!
NGHS v NBHS Cultural Exchange
We are hosting our first ever GHS v BHS Cultural exchange on Thursday 26th June. With everything from Chess to Kapa Haka and Dance to Debating , it will be a great afternoon of entertainment.
School Elections
This year is an election year for the school board. We will be running an online election and therefore will be sharing your details securely with a third party for school purpose only. The information shared will be caregiver name, email, cell phone number and address. If you do not consent to having your information shared, please email nbhs@nbhs.school.nz
It is important that we have the correct information to enable you to participate in the election. If your details require updating, please email nbhs@nbhs.school.nz by Thursday 26 June 2025.
Update Your Contact Details
We’re currently reviewing our parent contact information in KAMAR to ensure we have the most accurate details for all our families. Having up-to-date email addresses, phone numbers, and home addresses is crucial for us to communicate effectively with you, especially for important updates, emergencies, and student information.
Please take a moment to check your details and notify the school office of any changes by Thursday, 27 June. You can do this by logging into your KAMAR Account here: Napier Boys High School We really appreciate your help in keeping our records accurate!
Whats Due
NCEA Internal Assessments due in Week 13: Your son’s assessment dates can now be accessed via the Schoolbridge App via the “Assessment calendar” icon
| NCEA Level 1 | |
| Subject | Achievement or Unit Standard |
| Physical Education | Physical Education 1.2 – Demonstrate understanding of the application of strategies in movement |
| NCEA Level 2 | |
| Subject | Achievement or Unit Standard |
| Accounting | Accounting 2.6 – Demonstrate understanding of an accounts receivable subsystem for an entity |
| Agriculture | Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.7 – Demonstrate understanding of interactions between livestock behaviour and NZ commercial management practices |
| Art – Painting | Visual Arts 2.2 – Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to painting |
| Art – Painting | Visual Arts 2.3 – Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established painting practice |
| NCEA Level 3 | |
| Subject | Achievement or Unit Standard |
| Biology | Biology 3.1 – Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with guidance |
| Mathematics with Statistics | Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 – Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems |
| Mathematics with Statistics | Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 – Investigate bivariate measurement data |
Careers
If your son is in Y13 they are encouraged to make an appointment with the Career Department. The Careers Department can provide support and guidance related to tertiary study, apprenticeships and employment opportunities. They can also assist with CV writing. To make an appointment your son should contact Mr Te Rito Tte@nbhs.school.nz or Mrs Kettle lkettle@nbhs.school.nz
University Information evenings
| University | Date | Time | Venue | Link for Registration |
| Auckland | 25th June | 6-8pm | Napier War Memorial Centre | Visit Website: The University of Auckland |
Sports
Super 8 Football – Tuesday 24th June – Thursday 26th June in Rotorua
1st XV & 2nd XV Rugby v Rotorua Boys’ High School – Saturday 28 June in Rotorua
