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“It’s our identity”: backlash to Te Ahu o te reo Māori cuts
Both students and educators have spoken against the recently announced $30 million slash to Te Ahu o te reo Māori.
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Calming breathing exercises for learning
Learning is best done in a calm and focused environment. Start the school day right with these breathing exercises.
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BSLA to expand into Year Three
Leaders of the Better Start Literacy Approach (BSLA), who developed this structured literacy teaching approach specifically for our New Zealand context have now extended the approach from teaching in Years 1 and 2 to teaching children in Year 3.
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Creating Trauma-Responsive Schools Across Aotearoa
In today's educational landscape, educators often grapple with the profound impact of complex developmental trauma on tamariki and rangatahi.
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Circle of Security Classroom Approach
As a kaiako, you know the profound impact a supportive and nurturing environment has on the growth and well-being of tamariki. The Circle of Security classroom approach (COSC) is designed to enhance your skills and foster meaningful relationships between kaiako, tamariki, and their whānau.
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Considerations for investing in a covered outdoor space
Investing in covered outdoor spaces requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure their effectiveness, sustainability, and compliance with regulations.
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0800 What’s Up Hotline
Ban Al Gailani, team leader at 0800 What’s Up supported by Barnados, explained how the hotline is supporting young people.
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Take a deep breath, calmer classrooms are here
When there are fewer disruptions in the classroom, and students are ready to learn, school becomes better for everyone.
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Supporting children who are English Language Learners succeed
Understanding how our young children who enter school learning English as their second or other language succeed in their early literacy development is critically important.
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What should you be looking for when buying electronic signage?
Electronic signage can, these days, be expected to provide good service for 15 years or more and so selecting the right sign supplier definately crucial.
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Premium Manufacturer for Premium Products
Reharvest® Timber Products Ltd was established to manufacture premium products from waste wood that are eco-friendly and safe for children, animals, and nature alike.
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Can positive masculinity be taught?
The most effective way to teach young men and boys about masculinity is to create spaces where they feel they can safely express themselves and be listened to.
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Say it loud, say it clear: IP Paging and PA systems
IP paging and PA systems have transformed in-school messaging, emergency responses and the school bell. Do your systems need upgrading?
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Connected, competent learners at Otatara School
This small school is helping all students form strong connections with people and place, to enrich their learning journey.
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Conservation, exploration and education at zoos and wildlife parks
An up close and personal animal encounter is not something your students will forget in a hurry, and can provide an excellent learning opportunity.
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10 fictional teachers who taught us something
Sometimes fictional teachers have very real lessons to teach us. Here's what we can learn from ten teachers in popular media.
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Food choices for fueled and focused learners
A well nourished learner is more likely to perform better across their school day. What can schools do to help?
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Health & Safety
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Equipping your schools with first aid skills and tools
Do you and your colleagues know what to do, and have access to the necessary equipment if their is an emergency at your school?
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Sports & Recreation
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Teamturf upgrade at Bankwood School
The revitalised sport court at Bankwood School is a source of pride and inspiration for the school community.
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Property
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Maintaining trees for thriving outdoor areas
Regularly checking and maintaining trees, and engaging the experts when necessary, is important for health…
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