“Values are part of the everyday curriculum – encouraged, modelled and explored.”

The New Zealand Curriculum 2007

As a school we believe that values build character which produces behaviour that is beneficial for the individual, others and the community.  Values enhance the well being of all and as such at Ashburton Intermediate we acknowledge values displayed by our students.

The four main Values that we as a school embrace are:-

CONSIDERATION - INTEGRITY - EXCELLENCE - INNOVATION

Students are issued with a Values Passport that contains what the school wants students to display under each of these Values.

CONSIDERATION

1. Displays empathy
2. Cares for the school environment
3. Courteous towards others
4. Respect for own and others property
5. Respect for others
6. Responsibility for own well being

INTEGRITY

1. Honesty
2. Meets personal commitments
3. Responsible for own actions
4. Trustworthiness
5. Contributes to a personal classroom culture
6. Honour yourself and others
7. Meets school commitments

EXCELLENCE

1. Do your best at all times
2. Sets and reflects on goals
3. Celebrates success
4. Represents the school in a positive way e.g. sports and culture
5. Achieves above and beyond in learning
6. Demonstrates/respects leadership
7. Motivated learner and participant
8. Takes responsibility for meeting all school

INNOVATION

1. Thinks outside the square
2. Encourage others confidently
3. Stepping outside the comfort zone
4. Accepts all challenges
5. Working in teams/groups
6. Reflects on what is happening
7. Building an inquiry mindset
8. Demonstrates creativity and curiosity