SGHS Crest: Identity Through Time
Understanding how symbols shape identity Exploring changes and continuities Creating your own family crest
Learning Intention & Success Criteria
LI: To understand how the SGHS crest has changed over time and what elements have been sustained Success Criteria: Identify changes and continuities in crests Explain why certain elements are sustained Understand how symbols express identity Use numeracy skills to calculate timeframes Create a personal or whānau crest
Warm-Up Discussion
What is a crest or emblem? Think about symbols you see every day How do symbols represent identity?
What Makes a Crest?
A crest is a symbol that represents a group's identity Crests include images, colours, and words that show values or history Crests help sustain identity across generations They create belonging and recognition Found on uniforms, buildings, documents
Crest Ordering Challenge
Work in pairs to arrange the SGHS crests from oldest to newest Look for clues: style, color, detail level, modern vs traditional design Justify your thinking with evidence Consider how design trends change over time
What Has Been Sustained? What Has Evolved?
{"left":"Rata blossoms - connecting to local flora\nSchool colors - maintaining recognition\nBasic shield shape - traditional heraldic form\nSchool motto - core values","right":"Simplified design - modern accessibility\nUpdated fonts - contemporary appeal\nRefined colors - better reproduction\nStreamlined elements - clearer visibility"}
SGHS Crest Timeline
School Crest Scavenger Hunt
Find the SGHS crest around our school Look for: uniforms, buildings, stationery, certificates, sports equipment, flags Take notes on where you spot the crest Think about why the crest appears in these locations
Why Display the Crest?
Why is the SGHS crest displayed in so many places? What does this tell us about identity and belonging? How does the crest connect past and present students?
Personal Identity Discussion
Do you have a crest, emblem, or symbol special to your whānau? Examples: family name, cultural symbol, sports team, carving, pattern, taonga How do these symbols represent your identity? What makes them meaningful to your family?
Design Your Whānau Crest
Create a crest representing your whānau or personal identity Include: meaningful image/symbol, colors that represent you, motto/phrase/value, additional cultural elements Be ready to explain your choices Present to a partner when finished
Reflection & Summary
How has the SGHS crest maintained its identity while evolving? What did you learn about symbols and identity? How does your personal crest reflect who you are? Why are symbols important for communities and families? Extension: Research other school or family crests at home