Builders have begun extensive renovations in the two-storey C-block at school, making immediate progress on changes that principal Dave Sim explained “will result in significantly improved conditions for teaching and learning.” The updated space will be ready for the start of the new school year. Watch this space as we
As the school year closes, we offer our best wishes to two accomplished teachers who are retiring after decades of service to the Thames High School community. John Brooks joined the staff of Thames High School in 1985. In the nearly 30 years since then, he has been a teacher
Nearly every Year 10 student participated in a camp this year, with options ranging from a local camp with art or multisport day trips to adventures across the North Island. Many of these camps build on the school’s strong tradition of learning through outdoor pursuits. Camps options included a week
Students found a bit of extra glitz and glamour at school recently as teachers transformed into Hollywood stars to present the first-ever Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) Oscar Awards. The awards recognise students “who keep on getting caught doing the right thing,” said principal Dave Sim. The national PB4L programme
Thames High School made a strong showing at the Waikato Sports Awards with trophies that reflect years of hard work. Congratulations to students Cole McDowell (finalist in swimming); Casey Owen (first place in squash) Danielle Goodall (first place in orienteering); Matthew Goodall (first place in orienteering); and Nico Fox (winner
