Waitaki Girls' High School
Our Values & Vision
Guided by the Waitaki Way - respect, responsibility and resilience.
Respectful. Responsible. Resilient.
The Waitaki Way
The Waitaki Way underpins everything we do. These values guide how we learn, interact with others, and contribute to our school community.
- Respectful - We value ourselves, others and our environment
- Responsible - We take ownership of our actions and our learning
- Resilient - We show courage, determination and a willingness to grow
The waitaki way
Our Vision
Inspiring personal excellence in learning and life
At Waitaki Girls’ High School, we are committed to supporting every student to achieve their personal best. Our vision reflects our belief that success is not only measured academically, but also through confidence, wellbeing and personal growth.
Our Motto
Dulcius ex Arduis
Satisfaction from hard work - Mā mahi ka ora
Our motto reflects the importance of perseverance, effort and resilience. We encourage students to embrace challenges and take pride in their achievements.
Waitaki Girls' High School
Our Strategic Goals
Excellence in Teaching & Learning
We aspire to excellence by setting high expectations and working together to promote student engagement and achievement. We support students to develop the knowledge, skills and capabilities they need to succeed.
Nurturing Wellbeing
We create an environment where individuals feel safe, accepted and valued. Through positive relationships and a strong sense of belonging, students are supported to flourish in learning and in life.
Positive School Culture
We build a culture of pride, respect and resilience. We celebrate effort and success, and encourage all students to contribute positively to our school community.
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