Sun Safe
The dangers of over exposure to the sun and of the significant increase in the occurrence of skin cancers in New Zealand are well documented.
The school has adopted a seven stage strategy to provide sun protection for students and staff.
- Compulsory school hats
- Shade umbrellas
- Sunblock
- Nature shade canopies
- Shade canopy/verandah - Pasadena Centre
- Shade canopy - Sports pavilion
- Shade canopies/verandahs - classrooms
The 'baseball style' school cap and 'bucket style' school hat, have been designed with student input and are part of the official school uniform.
Head wear is essential for outdoor activities during Terms I and IV.