Having trouble installing Zoom?
If you are having difficulty installing Zoom to your device try running Zoom from within the browser. (See the attached image)
Joining a Zoom Meeting
With the changes ahead many of our lessons will be hosted online using the video conferencing platform ZOOM. To find out how to join a ZOOM meeting watch the video below…
Google Classroom Explained
Brent Simpson, a teacher from Waiheke High School in New Zealand has made a short video explaining Google Classroom. Worth the ten minutes if you are unfamiliar with Google Classroom. Please encourage him with a like afterwards!
Google Classroom – Sorry, No access for Parents!
Google Classroom is an awesome and much appreciated elearning platform at this challenging time that unfortunately makes no provision for Parents to access. This can cause some frustration, however, Google has made sure parents can remain informed of what is happening inside classrooms by sending regular progress reports to parents, guardians and caregivers. The following…
40 Celebrations Cancellation
Unfortunately we have had to cancel our plan for the 40th celebrations. We are unable at this time to provide any further information as to a future date, etc.
Google Classroom Guardian Summaries Explained
We have been using Google Classroom to communicate with students and caregivers about learning at school and further learning at home. It is one of the many online tools used by teachers in their physical and now virtual classrooms. It allows us to set assignments, post updates on learning expectations, provide resources, establish deadlines &…
Historic Photos
For the 40th Anniversary we are looking for historic photos of Excellere College/Kamo Christian College. If you have any, or know of anyone who might have some please ask if we can borrow them to have them scanned so we can use them. Thank you
Removing data caps for internet
Most of the major telcos have now removed data caps and the possibility of any extra charges based on usage. Please see the links to those major companies below if your staff or students working from home need further support with this. SPARK – “Removing overage charges for customers who are on data-capped broadband plans,…
Learning from home
Learning from home website and Ki te Ao Mārama Two online spaces went live this week. These have been produced with other agencies and are available online at Learning from home and Ki te ao Marama with resources for parents and whānau, teachers and leaders spanning early learning through to senior secondary. These are a one…
In the coming weeks
Excellere College is closing today as the country goes into self-isolation. Our staff will be focusing on their families, and their time at home in the weeks ahead. We are all being asked to stay safe, and apart, until this virus can be halted from spreading. We pray for your well-being during this time and…