Teacher in Charge: Mrs R. McLean.
Recommended Prior LearningNo prior learning is necessary to do this course, however, if you have had experience in this area it lends itself well to this course.
Te Ao Haka Year 10
Te Ao Haka explores the many cultural aspects of Kapahaka through performance, tikanga and Te Reo Māori. It encourages creativity through song writing, music, choreography and story telling.
Students who choose this course have an interest or are keen to learn about Kapahaka, Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori. If you choose this option, you will be a part of the School's Kapahaka Rōpū.
Te Ao Haka will offer "Te Ao Haka" Achievement Standards.
This option may be taken for one or two semesters, so it can be selected twice It is preferable to complete a full year.
Term 1
Students will learn about the differences of components and performing arts disciplines.
Waiata-a-ringa, Poi and Haka will be the main focus components for this term.
There will be two planned wananga for this term.
Dates for any assessments will be confirmed next year.
Term 2
Students will learn about the differences of performing arts disciplines along with dynamic strategy.
The main waiata focus will be around Ngā Moteatea. There will be two planned wananga through this term.
Term 3
Students will continue to learn about the differences of performing arts disciplines along with dynamic strategy.
The main waiata focus will be around Entry and Exits.
There will be two planned wananga through this term to get ready for Pare Hauraki Festival.
Term 4
There will be two wananga planned for this term to get ready to take the stage at Pare Hauraki Festival.
Semester A
Semester A will be a combination of Term 1 & 2. Two Internal Standard will be offered for assessment as well as participation in the Roopuu Kapahaka Performance for Pare Hauraki. This is compulsory.
Semester B
Semester will be a combination of Term 1,& 2. Two Internal Standard will be offered for assessment as well as participation in the Roopuu Kapahaka Performance for Pare Hauraki. This is compulsory.
Courses outlined will only be available if sufficient students wish to take them AND appropriate staff are available to teach them.
Courses that do not run may be offered through distance learning and be supported by the Distance Learning Department.