Prioritising student and educator wellbeing

Prioritising student and educator wellbeing

3 years ago

We explore the link between student and educator wellbeing, and suggest strategies to make wellbeing a whole of school priority.

National’s controversial cell phone ban

3 years ago

Banning cell phones in all schools is the latest policy in National’s education plan to raise eyebrows among educators.

Should we be using wool carpets in schools?

3 years ago

The Ministry’s decision to go with an American supplier of nylon carpet tiles in rural and small schools has angered…

President and board of the New Zealand School Trustees Association (NZSTA) announced

3 years ago

The New Zealand School Trustees Association (NZSTA) announced its board and president in early August. Lorraine Kerr returns as president.

Learning with zoos and wildlife parks

3 years ago

Never a boar-ing experience, zoos and wildlife parks provide a rich sensory environment for students of all ages to discover…

Arbitration panel recommends pay-rise, standing committee

3 years ago

Last week, the arbitration panel tasked with ending the impass between teachers and MoE released their decision.

Specialist learning support staff accept offer, end strike

3 years ago

Specialist learning support staff have accepted their latest offer, though lead negotiator says there are still “outstanding issues”.

Funding changes include the end of bank staffing in mid-2025

3 years ago

The proposed funding changes, including a pause on planned construction, are intended to meet the shortfall for teacher pay rises.

Is your classroom acoustically sound?

3 years ago

Did you know poor acoustic environments could be affecting your students’ academic performance, and the wellbeing of teachers and students?

Win one of six STAEDTLER prize packs!

3 years ago

STAEDTLER is giving away six prize packs of free stationery to primary and intermediate schools! Find out how to get…