Mission

the school’s purpose

The mission of Otago Boys’ High School is to maintain and build upon its traditions of excellence in developing strong academic standards along with social, cultural and sporting abilities required (by our students) for success, leadership and personal esteem in educational achievement, the world of work, and citizenship in a multicultural (diverse) society (global community).

“Recti Cultus Pectora Roborant”

“The ‘right’ learning gives a heart of oak!”

Vision

a Boys reaching their potential in life and learning

Through our influence, example and persistent efforts we aim to help our students to:

• Achieve personal success through recognising and realising their talents, capabilities, aspirations and potential.
• Have the skills and confidence to take self-directed initiatives and seize upon opportunities for advancement of self and others.
• Demonstrate strength of character and qualities of friendship and leadership.
• Have the confidence, resourcefulness and flexibility to face change and challenges.
• Show respect and tolerance for individual differences.
• Be responsible, caring and contributing citizens committed to a fair, just and harmonious society.
• Explore and enjoy the diversity of opportunities for a happy, full and satisfying life.

Values

we share

Our values are the important qualities and beliefs we try to live by and show in the ways that we, ourselves, go about our work and relationships with others in our school.
The philosophy of the school is reflected in our core values:

Respect        Manaaki
For ourselves, for others, the environment and traditions of the school.

Fairness       Pono
Acting justly and compassionately to achieve equity

Integrity       Ngakau tapatahi
Being honest, trustworthy, responsible and accountable for our actions and decisions

Excellence  Hiranga
Persevering to reach our personal best