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WELCOME TO DANNEVIRKE HIGH SCHOOL

Dannevirke High School is a co-educational secondary kura nestled beneath the Ruahine Ranges, serving as a hub within the wider Tararua District. We aim to inspire every learner to realise their academic, physical, cultural and social potential. Through rich classroom experiences, dynamic sporting and cultural involvement, opportunities to learn within and outside the classroom, we encourage students to discover their strengths and foster their passions. Our kaupapa of respect, responsibility and resilience guides daily life and the DHS Way, nurturing an inclusive learning environment.

Students are encouraged to pursue excellence, sustaining self-worth and cultivating empathy and manaakitanga. At Dannevirke High School our goal is for rangatahi to leave us as engaged, confident, actively involved, life-long learners. From Year 9 to Year 13, pathways span university preparation, vocational training and gateway experiences connecting classroom learning to careers. Supported by devoted kaiako, whānau and community partners, Dannevirke High School graduates step forward equipped to contribute meaningfully to Aotearoa and the wider world. 

Important Term Dates

Term Four 2025 (Weeks 1 - 4)

Week Two:
Tuesday 14^th October – Year 7 and 9 students rostered home. Sports and Cultural Awards 6:00pm
Wednesday 15th Octover - Year 8 and 10 students rostered home.
Thursday 16th October - Year 11 and 12 students rostered home.
Friday 17^th October – Year 13 students rostered home. Book Character Mufti Day. Ki-O-Rahi Nationals in Palmerston North. 

Week Three:
Monday 20^th October – Year 13 Spirit Week
Tuesday 21^st October – Year 10 Ohope Camp Hui
Friday 24^th October – Hawkes Bay Anniversary

Week Four:
Monday 27^th October – Labour Day
Wednesday 29^th October – Year 12+13 sign out and Senior Prizegiving
Thursday 30^th October – Year 13 Leavers Dinner
Friday 31^st October – Year 11 sign out

MISSION STATEMENT

Dannevirke High School will foster the desire for learning and encourage all students to reach their fullest potential in the academic, physical, cultural, and social spheres. We will encourage in each student the pursuit of excellence, a sense of self-worth, and a concern for others.

OUR VALUES

• Respect - for self, others, the school environment and wider community.

• Responsibility - for self, others, the school environment, learning, behaviour and achievement.

• Resilience - to push through, overcome and bounce back from challenging and difficult learning and life situations.

PALMA NON SINE PULVERE

The victor's palm, but not without the dust of the arena

ABOUT US

We have an excellent range of courses and options available and where these do not fit a particular student, we access courses through UCOL and Gateway as well as Correspondence options. Our experienced staff will ensure that students can gain the most from their courses of study, with extra support given to those who need it.  

Student Leadership, Values Education, Character Education as well as Citizenship Education is targeted through our Whānau system and a comprehensive Pastoral Care system. Horizontal Whānau Groups, a well-supported Dean Support structure as well as a large group forming our SADD committee ensure a supportive and caring environment.  Dannevirke High School is a safe, healthy and happy school.   

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