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Outdoor instructor recognised for inspiring students
Geraldine High School head of Outdoor Education Drew Brown was recognised for his contribution to outdoor education with the ‘Tall…
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Scholarship applications still open
There’s still time for secondary students with an interest in furthering their studies in agriculture or engineering to apply for…
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Literacy project boosting literacy levels in low decile schools
A project to help all children become successful readers and writers is helping those in low decile schools get the…
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Anti-bullying programme focuses on bystander behaviour
Victoria University of Wellington is helping to address the serious problem of bullying in New Zealand schools. Accent Learning, a…
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Great Kiwi Morning Tea a fundraiser to help preserve national icon
October is Save Kiwi Month and Kiwis for kiwi would love schools to get involved by joining in with the…
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Record numbers vote in Whitcoulls Top 50 books poll for 2015
Kiwi kids’ enthusiasm for books knows no bounds, with Whitcoulls receiving more than 16,000 votes for their Top 50 books…
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Teachers’ study trip to bring knowledge of Korea into NZ classrooms
From traditional villages to corporate giants, 12 New Zealand secondary school teachers will experience the contrasts of Korea on a…
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Poetry competition to mark quake anniversary
Budding poets in years 4 to 8, are invited to enter a short poem in the ‘Bloom Poetry Competition’, a…
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Christchurch students receive awards on Women’s Suffrage Day
Students from Aranui High and Rangi Ruru Girls’ School in Christchurch have been awarded first and second place respectively in…
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CLNZ Education Awards Teachers’ Choice voting goes live
Teachers’ Choice voting for the CLNZ Education Awards went live on Monday and teachers from across New Zealand are now…
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Principals applaud funding boost for Māori children’s learning
The Minister of Education’s announcement to fund a full-time co-ordinator and provide ongoing funding to support an initiative for lifting…
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More careers advice needed for potential students, union says
The national student union has welcomed the Government’s move to increase information for prospective students, but believes careers advice needs…
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N4L and Vector join forces to improve schools’ internet service
More than 50 Auckland schools will be able to start using N4L’s Managed Network sooner, thanks to an agreement that…
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Canon Environmental Grant Award winners have ambitious goals
Raising awareness of ancient giants, inspiring a city of people to live sustainably and using the restoration of a Great…
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Pakuranga College wins ‘Tonne of Technology’ competition
Pakuranga College’s outcome-based eLearning initiatives has won the nationwide ‘technology in the classroom’ competition, with $10,000 worth of equipment and…
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Time to get growing for spring vegie challenge
Dust off the gloves. Dig out the spade. Clean up your vegie patch and get ready to get growing great…
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Smokefreerockquest winners named
Seven years of Smokefreerockquest experience paid off for Mt Maunganui band Joe’s Van who were named the top teen band…
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Smokefree Pacifica Beats winners announced
Ten-piece soul-funk band Reciprocate from Manukau’s Alfriston College, took out this year’s Smokefree Pacifica Beats last Saturday night at Auckland’s…
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Poll shows public support for healthy food in schools
Strong public support for the Government to take a lead on healthy food in schools and childcare services is revealed…
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Banning of book seen as ‘exceedingly troubling’
The decision by the president of the Film and Literature Board of Review, Dr Don Mathieson, QC, to issue an…
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Rotorua Boy’s High School sweeps national awards
Rotorua Boys’ High School has been named the Supreme Winner of the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) Build-Ability…
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Napier students’ creative playhouse wins award for decoration
Four Napier students have been awarded for their creative take on a children’s playhouse as part of this year’s BCITO…
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International survey reveals high teacher satisfaction in New Zealand
Education Minister Hekia Parata has welcomed new information from an international education survey showing the vast majority of teachers and…
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Green Bay High students win $3000 for ‘Waterview Connection’ entry
Three students from Auckland’s Green Bay High School have won a $3000 technology package for their school for their winning…
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Research into students’ understanding of money released
A study undertaken by the Commission for Financial Capability has shown that many teachers think students’ money management skills are…
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