Francis Douglas Memorial College Level One Subject Booklet

FRANCIS DOUGLAS MEMORIAL COLLEGE A Catholic College in the tradition of the D e La Salle Brothers

Enter to learn, leave to serve.

YEAR 11 NCEA LEVEL 1 SUBJECT HANDBOOK

2024

INTRODUCTION

Growing good college men since 1959.

Touching hearts, teaching minds, transforming lives.

Please read this subject handbook carefully to inform you of your subject selections

CONTENTS Introduction

1

Course Selection Process at FDMC

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People Who Can Help

3

Careers Information

4

NCEA Levels and Certificates

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Year 11 Subject Selection

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Subject Selection Guide

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Subject Selection Form

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Level One Subjects – Alphabetical Order

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Francis Douglas Memorial College 2024 Option Booklet. The Option Booklet is designed to assist parents and students make the best choices. It provides information about the courses of study available in the senior school. It also provides an overview of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA).

When they leave school, our students are entering a world where competition is fierce and the norm now is to have at least 4–5 careers over the course of one’s working life. Because of this, subject choices made at secondary school cannot be made lightly. The ideal is for students to leave school with a range of career options available to them. This only happens as a result of strategic goal setting, careful planning, focus and hard work.

Parents and caregivers, please take an active part in the students’ career planning: work through and discuss the career planning form, ask questions, use the internet, and talk to people who are knowledgeable, especially Ms Lauren O’Reilly (HOD Careers Department).

It is important for our students to plan their subject choices effectively so as to maximise their opportunities when moving into tertiary study and the workplace.

Students are advised that, in terms of having viable career opportunities beyond secondary school, NCEA Level 2 is considered a minimum qualification.

Five essential guidelines should be kept in mind when planning a programme of study in the senior school: 1. Choose a range of subjects, which will provide options in both tertiary study and career choice.

2. Choose a programme which has relevance to areas of future study for the career pathway chosen.

3. Choose a realistic programme/career path.

4. Select subjects that are of interest to you and are your best subjects.

5. The programme of study for any year must be based on a long-term plan.

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COURSE SELECTION PROCESS AT FDMC

WHAT

WHEN

Students and caregivers will be able to access the

Term 3, Week 2

Subject Handbook online from Week 2, Term 3

Friday, 28 July

Students are given a Course Selection/Expression

Term 3, Week 3

of Interest Form & Senior Subject Handbook in VF

Mon 31 July – Friday 4 August

Pathways Information Evening for Yr 11–12 Students

Term 3, Week 4 Thursday 10th August – 5.30pm

Subject Information Evening for Yr 10–12 Students

Thursday 10th August – 6.30pm

Yr 11 & 12 students and parents/caregivers attend

Term 3, Weeks 6 & 7

subject selection counselling.

Monday 21 – Fri 25th August

Link sent out Friday 11th August.

Mon 28th – Fri 1 September (Tournament week)

Yr 11 & 12 students must hand in their subject

Term 3, Week 8

selection forms

Thursday 7th September

Yr 10 students and parents/caregivers attend

Term 3, Week 8

compulsory subject selection counselling.

Mon 4th – Fri 8th September

Link sent out Friday 25th August.

Subject Counseling Interview Catchups –

Catchup – Week 9

Year 10 and any students taking internal courses

Mon 11th – Thurs 14th September

All Year 10 forms to be handed in

Week 10, Monday 18th September

Construction of the 2024 timetable begins

Term 4

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HEADING PEOPLE WHO CAN HELP Deciding your course deserves careful thought and consultation. Make use of the resource people around the school including the contact people in this document e.g., your Deans and Teachers, Pathways staff, Heads of Department.

• L2 & 3 Accounting – Mr Mark Sewter • Business Enterprise / Young Enterprise – Ms Pascale Joines • Biology – Mr Josh Morris • Careers (Gateway/Star/CPP) – Ms Lauren O’Reilly • L1 Commerce – Mr Mark Sewter • Digital Technologies – Mr Andy Evans / Mrs Melinda Stevenson • L2 & 3 Economics – Mr Mark Sewter • English – Ms Renee Woollaston • Education for Sustainability – Mr Mark Wales / Robyn Wackrow • Geography – Mr Mark Wales • Food and Nutrition / Health – Mrs Lana Rowland or Mrs Sheree Asi • L1 Health Studies – Mrs Lana Rowland • History – Mr Martin Dravitzki • Languages via Te Kura Correspondence School – Ms Dorothy Lacanaria • Te Reo Māori – Matua Bailey Walsh • All Mathematics (Maths, Maths Applications, Statistics & Calculus) – Mr Matt Casey • L2 and 3 Media Design – Ms Pascale Joines • Music – Mrs Lisa Stuck, Mrs Dorothy Lacanaria • NZQA Liaison / DP Curriculum – Mrs Melinda Stevenson • Physics – Mr Charl van der Heever • Physical Education – Mr James Rowland • Primary Industries and Agri Science – Mrs Aimee Watkins • Product Design – Mr Andy Evans or Ms Briana Matthews • Religious Studies – Mrs Anna Zsigovits-Mace • Yr 11 Science & Yr 12 & 13 Chemistry – Mrs Colleen Severinsen • Technology; Hard Materials – Mr Andy Evans • Technology; Engineering – Mr Stephen Ritchie • Visual Arts – Mrs Jane Aitken Connolly 3

• Year Level Deans – (Y11 - Ms Kath Curd, Y12 - Mr Jamie Reid, Y13 - Ms Lauren O’Reilly)

CAREERS INFORMATION

Students must have a career plan and check that they have selected the right subjects for their career choice(s). Some subjects are required to be able to study for specific career pathways.

Remember the following: • All careers require Mathematics to some level and at an advanced level in a number of fields, such as the Sciences.

• English is also required at some level in all careers and at an advanced level in information based careers such as Law. • Five Level 2 Reading and five Level 2 Writing Credits are needed to get University Entrance Literacy.

It is important that all students understand the subject level required for entry into careers of interest. When planning for a career, you can find career information from the following information sources: • The Careers Department staff; • Appropriate tertiary training provider booklets; • Youth Guarantee website: www.youthguarantee.net.nz for Vocational Pathways information; • Careers NZ website www.careers.govt.nz for all career information; • Career Quest to assist in career selection; • Careers Information leaflets; • Jobs Galore manual All careers matters can be discussed with Careers Department staff at FDMC.

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HEADING NCEA LEVELS AND CERTIFICATES This subject handbook should be read in conjunction with the NCEA handbook issued to all senior students each year. This contains all the information you need to know in preparation for achieving NCEA at each level.

There are three levels of NCEA certification, depending on the difficulty of the standards achieved. At each level, students must achieve a certain number of credits to gain an NCEA certificate. Credits can be gained over more than one year.

NCEA LEVEL

REQUIREMENTS

Level 1

60 credits are required at any level (level 1, 2, or 3).

20 Level 1 literacy and numeracy credits (10 Literacy and 10 Numeracy credits).

Level 2

60 credits at level 2 or above.

The Level 1 literacy and numeracy requirements must also be met.

Level 3

60 credits at level 3 or above.

The Level 1 literacy and numeracy requirements must also be met.

Credits gained at one level can be used for (or count towards) more than one certificate.

They may also be used towards other qualifications.

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YEAR 11 SUBJECT SELECTION

All Year 11 subjects can be chosen, there are no prerequisites. This means you do not need to have taken the subject in Year 10. Once you have checked these entry requirements in this booklet make sure your course: • is a broad one, allowing future flexibility; • suits your possible career needs; and • will interest you, and, therefore, help you succeed.

NUMBER OF SUBJECTS When selecting your course for NCEA Level One consider the following points: • You are to choose five (5) subjects. (Religious Studies is compulsory).

• All students are required to take an English subject.

• All students are required to take a Mathematics subject.

• All students are required to take a Science subject.

• In addition to English, Mathematics, Science and Religious Studies, TWO other subjects are to be selected plus two backup subjects.

• Choose subjects that are appropriate to you. Also, think ahead to Year 12 and be careful not to limit your options in the years to come.

• Make sure that you are clear about the subjects you want and list your three options (two options and a back-up) in order of importance to you. There is only a brief window of opportunity to change your subjects in the first three weeks of Term 1.

• The subject description will give you a brief introduction as to what the subject is about and what you might study.

• In most cases, the subjects you choose will be at Level 1. Study at any other level must be discussed with the Head of Department, Teacher in Charge, and/or your Dean. Carefully check the flow charts for each subject to ensure they offer the path you need. Also, read the subject information carefully for guidance.

• We do our best to give students every opportunity to study the subjects they prefer. If there is any reason why the subjects you have chosen are unsuitable or unavailable, you will be notified as soon as possible.

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HEADING SUBJECT SELECTION GUIDE Religious Studies is compulsory. Tick the subjects you wish to take.

LEARNING AREA

YEAR 11

YEAR 12

YEAR 13

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

RST

RST

RST

ENGLISH

English

English

English

LANGUAGES

Te Reo Māori Offered via Te Kura: French German Japanese Samoan Spanish

Te Reo Māori Offered via Te Kura: French German Japanese Samoan Spanish

Te Reo Māori Offered via Te Kura: French German Japanese Samoan Spanish

MATHEMATICS

Mathematics Applications Mathematics

Mathematics Applications Mathematics

Mathematics Applications Mathematics with Calculus Mathematics with Statistics

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH

Health Studies Physical Education Studies

Food & Nutrition / Health Physical Education Studies

Food & Nutrition Health Physical Education Studies

PRIMARY INDUSTRIES

Agri Science Primary Industries Trade Academy

Primary Industries Trade Academy

Agri Science Primary Industries

SCIENCE

Science

Biology Chemistry Physics

Biology Chemistry Physics

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Commerce Education for Sustainability Geography History

Accounting Business Enterprise (YES) Economics Education for Sustainability Geography History Media Design

Accounting Business Enterprise (YES) Economics Education for Sustainability Geography History Media Design

TECHNOLOGY

Digital Technologies Product Design Technology – Engineering Technology – Wood

Digital Technologies Product Design Technology – Engineering Technology – Wood

Digital Technologies Product Design Technology – Wood

THE ARTS

Music Visual Art

Music Painting Photography

Design Music Painting Photography

• Gateway • STAR • Trades Academy

• Careers Pathway Prog.

• EE2E • Gateway • STAR • Trades Academy

CAREERS & PATHWAYS

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SUBJECT SELECTION FORM Subject Selection Guide: • Using the subject/pathways table on the previous page, select subjects by ticking those you wish to study in 2024.

• Use the table below to write down the subjects you wish to take, along with two backup subjects.

• All students MUST study Religious Studies.

• Year 11 students will study English, a Science (Science or Agri Science), and a Mathematics (Mathematics or Mathematics Applications) subject at Level 1. Two additional subjects should be selected, plus two backup subjects.

• In Years 12 and 13, students must choose five (5) subjects.

Please Note: Subjects are dependent on student numbers. A careful selection of subjects means finding out about the pathways that link your subject selection with your future goals.

Subject Selection Form

STUDENT NAME:

YR LEVEL 2024:

Subject 1

Religious Studies

Subject 2

A Maths:

Subject 3

A Science:

Subject 4

English:

Subject 5 Subject 6 Backup Subject 1 Backup Subject 2 8

INTRODUCTION

4 2 0 2 S E S R U O C 1 YEAR 1

Faith, Service, Community, Excellence

L1 AGRI SCIENCE Description: This course is designed for students who wish to gain understanding and skill in primary production. Students will have a natural curiosity about science, practical work, and the outdoors. It covers practical skills, the environment, and primary production in New Zealand.

With a particular focus on primary production and in Taranaki.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

Teacher Approval

No

Mrs Watkins awa@fdmc.school.nz

Field trip cost TBC

Leads to: Y12 Biology and Chemistry.

L1 COMMERCE Description: Commerce has an impact on everyone. The same pressures that impact the components of the economy are felt by employees, company owners, contractors, and the government.

The prosperity of this sector is essential to the health of our society as a whole. The topics in Economics explore why those forces exist and how they impact us. This course covers the fundamental economic concepts of supply and demand as well as financial viability utilising accounting concepts.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

N/A

Yes

Mr Sewter mse@fdmc.school.nz

N/A

Leads to: Level 2 Accounting, Economics, or Business Enterprise (YES).

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L1 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES Description: Digital Technologies focuses on building student capability to apply technological ideas within a digital environment. As they study, students will develop computational thinking skills and the ability to design and develop digital outcomes. They will also learn how computers represent and process data — the fundamental material of the subject. Students will develop an understanding of how data can be organised and the ethical issues surrounding its use. They will learn about the digital design and development processes used to create, test, and evaluate digital outcomes. Students will practise manaakitanga as they learn to prioritise users in the outcomes they develop, and understand how Digital Technologies outcomes impact on the people who use them.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

HoD Approval

Yes

Mr Andy Evans aev@fdmc.school.nz

N/A

Leads to: Level 2 Digital Technologies, tertiary study, or a career in Mechatronics, Engineering, IT, Design, or Web Design.

L2 EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY Description: This Level 2 course is offered to students as an extension programme in Year 11. Students have the potential to achieve NCEA Level 2 credits. The achievement standards are taken from the Education for Sustainability curriculum and focus on future issues and solutions.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

Teacher Approval

Yes

Mr Mark Wales mwal@fdmc.school.nz

N/A

UE Literacy Credits Available Internal

External

Total Reading Credits Total Writing Credits

4 4

6 N/A

Leads to: Level 3 Education for Sustainability.

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L1 ENGLISH Description: This is a full NCEA Level 1 course that develops the student’s oral, written, and visual language skills. Subjects studied include creative and formal writing, language, visual and oral language skills, how language is used in a range of contexts, and literature (novel, film, short story, poetry, etc.).

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

N/A

Yes

Ms Renée Woollaston rwo@fdmc.school.nz

N/A

Leads to: Further studies in English and Literature at Levels 2 and 3.

L1 GEOGRAPHY Description: Ignite your passion for Geography and open your eyes to the dynamic forces shaping our world.

This captivating course takes you on an exploration of geographic challenge and change, both in the magnificent landscapes of Aotearoa and across the globe. Uncover the unique and diverse global biomes that exist and how climate change is impacting these fragile ecosystems. Explore the unique characteristics that have been shaped by natural processes on Taranaki Maunga and in Te Papakura National Park (Mt Egmont National Park). Investigate population dynamics, from megacities to local patterns in Ngamotu, unraveling the intricate threads that have woven our local community together. Delve into the issue of rising sea levels and coastal inundation, as you examine the decisions made by individuals and communities in both Aotearoa and the Pacific to adapt and thrive in the face of these challenges.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

N/A

Yes

Mr Mark Wales mwal@fdmc.school.nz

N/A

Leads to: Level 2 Geography.

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L1 HEALTH STUDIES Description: This course covers a range of issues present in society. It focuses on Hauora (sense of well-being) and will complement students’ other areas of study at Level 1. Students will explore and learn the practical aspects of cooking and will draw on knowledge gained through Years 9 and 10 Health and Food.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

N/A

Yes

Mrs Lana Rowland lro@fdmc.school.nz

TBC

Leads to: Level 2 Home Economics/Health.

L1 HISTORY Description: This course aims to provide students with a grounding in how historians see the past and how they go about researching and using historical sources. A key theme is the development of students’ ability to think critically about significant historical events. The History programme at FDMC looks to place equal emphasis on local, national and international histories. The main topics at this level are: migration to New Zealand in the 1870s; the Gallipolli Campaign and our local heroes; the clash of perspectives that lead to the American Civil War; and the significant impact of the 1918 Influenza Epidemic.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

N/A

Yes

Martin Dravitzki mdr@fdmc.school.nz

N/A

Leads to: Level 2 History.

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L1 MATHEMATICS Description: This course has a strong emphasis on algebra and graphing. It will equip students with a variety of strategies for investigating and solving problems in real life situations. Topics covered include Number, Measurement, Geometry, Algebra, Graphs, Statistics, and Probability.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

HoD Approval

Yes

Mr Matt Casey mca@fdmc.school.nz

Scientific Calculator (Approx. $30)

Leads to: Mathematics at Level 2 and beyond.

L1 MATHEMATICS APPLICATIONS Description: This course is all internally assessed and aims to develop students’ ability to use mathematics in a range of everyday situations, with an emphasis on practical mathematics and statistical literacy. Topics covered include Number, Measurement, Statistics, and Geometry. This course leads to Level 2 Mathematics Applications (and Statistics) only.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

HoD Approval

No

Mr Matt Casey mca@fdmc.school.nz

Scientific Calculator (Approx. $30)

Leads to: This course will lead to studying Level 2 Mathematics Applications (with Statistics) ONLY.

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L1 MUSIC Description: In this course students will build confidence by bringing their own experiences and cultures to their music making. They need to possess some prior music skills, and be having lessons on their instrument of choice. Course content includes the development of individual performance skills, group performances, composition, and acquiring a wide range of musical knowledge.

There is an expectation that Music students will become actively involved in the musical life of the College e.g., choir, Rockquest bands, Chamber Music groups, Concert Band, Jazz Band, and be prepared to perform and accompany College events.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

Teacher Approval

Yes

Mrs Lisa Stuck lst@fdmc.school.nz

$50.00

Leads to: Level 2 Music.

L1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Description: This course is designed for students who want to develop their understanding of human movement and athletic performance. There is a strong academic base for this course, which does include a lot of practical work as you explore a range of physical activities and sports.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

HoD Approval

Yes

Mr James Rowland jro@fdmc.school.nz

$150 field trip

Leads to: Level 2 Physical Education.

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L1 PRIMARY INDUSTRIES TRADE ACADEMY Description: This is the first year of a two year industry based programme designed specifically as a pathway within the primary industry sectors. Unit standards obtained during this course can be credited towards NCEA Level 1 & 2, as well as the Primary Industry Level 2 New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills. This course enables students to see, touch and feel what the Primary Industries are all about in NZ, through field trips, practical work and units of learning.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

Teacher Approval

No

Mrs Watkins awa@fdmc.school.nz

Field trip cost TBC

Leads to: Y12 Primary Industries Course.

L1 PRODUCT DESIGN Description: The course is designed to allow students to identify their own area of interest within technology and design and /or pursue a pathway in product design with guidance from their teacher.

The course enables students to use a wide range of materials and equipment, such as 3D printing, laser cutting, and CAD, as well as more traditional design skills.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

HoD Approval

Yes

Mr Andy Evans aev@fdmc.school.nz

$50.00

*Students select from a range compulsory & optional standards.

Leads to: Level 2 Product Design.

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L1 RELIGIOUS STUDIES Description: The course covers a range of topics, including Narrative, Ethics, Community Development and Characteristics. The students are able to gain knowledge and understanding of Catholic Character and Gospel Values through these topics.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

N/A

Yes

Mrs Anna Zsigovits-Mace azs@fdmc.chool.nz

N/A

Leads to: Level 2 and Level 3 Religious Studies. Good preparation for degrees in Theology, Arts, Humanities, Psychology or Education.

L1 SCIENCE Description: Year 11 Science comprises the study of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Issues in Science are very topical, and the Level 1 Science course involves an interesting mix of theoretical and practical work. Level 1 Science is a prerequisite for further study in Biology, Chemistry and Physics in Years 12 and 13.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

N/A

Yes

Mrs Colleen Severinsen cse@fdmc.school.nz

Workbook (Approx. $30)

Leads to: Entry into Level 2 Chemistry, Biology and Physics courses.

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L1 TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING Description: Skills learned include safety; sketching and drawing; research, design, and problem solving; selecting and using fastening methods; testing, evaluating, and modifying; MIG and arc welding; selecting and using hand tools; using engineering lathes and an introduction to milling machine skills. All standards will be assessed holistically.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

HoD Approval

No

Mr Andy Evans aev@fdmc.school.nz

$95.00

Leads to: Level 2 Technology – Engineering.

L1 TECHNOLOGY WOOD Description: The course covers a wide range of design and woodworking skills and knowledge that will be practised and then applied to up to two projects. Students pick up technical, hands-on skills as well as planning, design, time management, problem solving, research, and evaluation skills.

This course offers BCATS unit standards.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

HoD Approval

No

Mr Andy Evans aev@fdmc.school.nz

$95.00

Leads to: Level 2 Technology – Wood.

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L1 TE REO MĀORI Description: Tauira will develop their language skills: Kōrero/Speaking, Pānui/Reading and Tuhituhi/Writing and Whakarongo/Listening to a level where they are able to communicate effectively and accurately in a range of situations. The language is taught alongside the teachings of traditional protocols and customs such as Karakia and Waiata. Topics covered in this course include: Kei te Kainga, Te Ao Taiohi, Kei te Marae and Kei te Kura.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

Year 10 Te Reo Māori or Equivalent

Yes

Mrs Dorothy Lacanaria dla@fdmc.school.nz

N/A

Leads to: Level 2 Māori Te Reo, Kaiako Te Reo, Social Work.

L1 VISUAL ART Description: Visual Arts students explore, refine, and communicate their own artistic ideas by responding to how art expresses identity, culture, ethnicity, ideas, feelings, moods, beliefs, political viewpoints, and personal perspectives. This NCEA course assists students in developing their creative imagination, personal techniques using a range of media, and critical faculty.

Entry Requirements

Course Endorsement

Contact

Cost

HoD Approval

Yes

Mrs Jane Aitken Connolly jac@fdmc.school.nz

$50.00

Leads to: Level 2 Painting, Level 2 Photography.

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FRANCIS DOUGLAS MEMORIAL COLLEGE A Catholic College in the tradition of the De La Salle B rothers

Enter to learn, leave to serve.

201 Tukapa Street PO Box 5124 New Plymouth Phone: 06 753 6149 Email: office@fdmc.school.nz

www.fdmc.school.nz