Hapori
A Hapori course is a non-curricular focused learning experience driven by student passion. Rooted in the concept of "hapori" or community, these courses empower students to explore diverse topics outside the traditional curriculum, fostering collaboration and a sense of ownership over their learning. With a focus on self-directed exploration, Hapori courses encourage students to pursue their interests, ranging from creative arts to technology and social issues. This initiative reflects our commitment to cultivating well-rounded individuals who are not only academically proficient but also deeply connected to their passions and the broader community.
What's new this term at the CAC? In this hapori, we will continue to learn, experience, and then respond to climate change. If you started a project in term one, you can continue with the project. If you want to start again by experiencing different activities and then choosing your own, you can.
On Tuesday mornings, we will travel to the Climate Action Campus for the double period in blue. The focus will be on experiencing a range of practical activities for the first five weeks. See below. As the weather cools, you will need to dress for it. However, there are plenty of indoor experiences we can build on this term. On Thursday afternoons at school, we’ll inquire into climate and sustainability topics and plan for Tuesdays.
First, learn about, for example:
- Solar power;
- Native plants and animals;
- Fast fashion; and
- Humans: part of nature? apart from nature?
At the same time, experience how to do some of these activities:
- Compost;
- Grow and harvest food;
- Cook from the garden;
- Repair clothing and sew;
- Track pest animals;
- Monitor river health;
- Create signage;
- Build a basic solar powered system; and/or
- Make a bug hotel.
Then in the last few weeks of term, combine your learning and experiences and be supported to respond by, for example:
- Continuing with one of the projects you’ve experienced;
- Starting your own project;
- Creating your own business;
- Making art;
- Planning a rain garden; …
Notes:
- Open to anyone in years 7-13
- No device required
- Ncea horticulture credits available for interested and capable students.
- We need parent helps at the CAC and to transport.