Administration
In our Administration section you will find insightful articles shedding light on the administrative aspects of the education sector.
Examining policies, management techniques, and reform strategies, these resources are indispensible for those wanting to understand how schools and universities are run behind the scenes.
Whether you’re an educator seeking to enhance operational efficiency, or simply a curious reader, delve into our collection for a deeper understanding of educational leadership and management.
- Sep- 2018 -4 September
Final decision to cancel Hato Petera integration agreement
“Despite all efforts to find a way of keeping the school going, the reality is that it is no longer…
Read More » - 4 September
Positive change to school bus rules?
The issue of children’s safety when standing on school buses was raised by Wanaka Primary School Board Chairman, Andrew Howard…
Read More » - 4 September
OPINION: Should NZ schools ban mobile phones?
Mobile phones in schools are being accused of derailing learning and causing bitter squabbles between teachers and students as they…
Read More » - Aug- 2018 -28 August
Despite teacher shortage, Gov’t rolls out $82.5m to redevelop classrooms, provide MLEs
Jacinda Ardern and Chris Hipkins announced the package during a visit to Onehunga High School in Auckland, where nearly $28…
Read More » - 28 August
You’re teaching creators now, not children
How many of your students want to ‘be a Youtuber’? Frankly, most of our youngsters are already content creators online.…
Read More » - 28 August
Torbay School pilots student-led Te Reo Māori
The student-led te Reo Māori pilot is the brainwave of teacher Sam Boriboun, whose wife Roimata Smail created Wai Ako, “I…
Read More » - 28 August
New pathway to residential special schools
“As a result of the new pathway, I expect more children and young people with complex and challenging learning support…
Read More » - 28 August
Teachers advised to stay tuned as pay talks continue
NZEI Te Riu Roa will continue to negotiate in good faith in order to arrive at a new proposal, President…
Read More » - 21 August
4-year challenge ends: Auckland Girls Grammar School back in the clear with ERO
Since the injection of new Principal Ngaire Ashmore 18 months ago, the school’s officially back on track.
Read More » - 20 August
The darker the uniform, the meaner the team?
There’s some interesting psychology surrounding sports uniforms...
Read More » - 20 August
Students protest homophobia, biphobia and transphobia
Day of Silence is the largest student-driven action for safe schools in the world, and was introduced to New Zealand…
Read More » - 20 August
$30m school expansion set for Manukura & Te Wharekura o Ngā Purapura o Te Aroha
The funding is part of Budget 2018 investment to support schools experiencing roll growth pressures, with almost $70m to build…
Read More » - 14 August
STRIKE DAY: first educators’ strike in 24 years
29,000 primary teachers, principals and their supporters take to the streets in public events
Read More » - 14 August
Some students need additional support – is flexibility the solution?
In theory, the push towards ‘Flexible Learning Spaces’ should support a diverse range of students as the principles are strongly…
Read More » - 14 August
OPINION: Principal challenges Prime Minister’s statement
“The Prime Minister must be getting appalling advice from her bureaucrats in their comfortable warm Wellington offices, because the one…
Read More » - 14 August
When students love homework: The Casebrook Challenge
"Whānau regularly reports that The Casebrook Challenge is a great way to engage students in learning at home, increasing their…
Read More » - 13 August
STRIKE NEWS: Secondary teachers engage in government discussions
PPTA has presented a claim to turn around secondary teacher shortages and ensure schools can attract and keep great teachers.…
Read More » - 9 August
Making energy efficiency part of your school’s culture
Saving on energy costs isn’t the only incentive for schools to take control of their energy usage...
Read More » - 7 August
The book your students will read for decades to come
With the reduced costs of printing, improved design software and the simplicity of digital photography, compiling a yearbook is now…
Read More » - 7 August
“The financial bucket is not unlimited” says Education Minister ahead of strike
Chris Hipkins says what teachers are asking for is "well out of kilter with everyone else" and discusses a range…
Read More » - 7 August
VIDEO: Latest NZEI ad campaign has students front and centre
Children’s drawings of their favourite teachers are front and centre of a new advertising campaign from NZEI to highlights the…
Read More » - 7 August
Ministry & NZEI Te Riu Roa clash over ‘teacher shortage’ claims
Responding to the NZEI Te Riu Roa's claim that the teacher shortage is "swiftly moving from a crisis to a…
Read More » - 7 August
Academics warn against NCEA changes
18 academics from Victoria University are worried suggestions from an advisory group for the government's review of NCEA will make the qualification worse,…
Read More » - Jul- 2018 -30 July
Waste not want not, management matters
New Zealanders are some of the biggest producers of waste in the world, even the littlest ones.
Read More » - 30 July
Education Minister dubious on National Party’s ‘class size’ u-turn
While the education minister and NZEI Te Riu Roa president disagree on National's sincerity, principals and teachers around the country…
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