Posts by EA Staff
Changes will attract te reo speakers to teaching
The new government wants more te reo in schools and centres. The work is now beginning to make that possible, writes Heeni Collins.
Read MoreJacinda Ardern: It’s all about the kids
Photo: Jacinda Ardern (right front, in red and blue) with sister Louise and cousins Demelza and Aaron, Christmas 1987 (supplied) Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern first learned about the realities of poverty as a child in Murupara – a forestry town in the Waikato. “It was the 1980s, and I saw the effects of child poverty…
Read MoreIt’s time – Kua tae te wā
For the first time in many years, there is genuine optimism that the time is ripe to see teachers and principals truly valued, and released and resourced to meet the learning needs of every child. That’s why our theme for this year is “It’s time: Kua tae te wā!”
Read MoreMoving Educators: Aimee’s story
Meet Aimee Lynch – mum, partner, teacher and powerlifter. She started her journey to “attempt to get healthy” and ended up on the platform at a powerlifting meet. Find out how Aimee’s success at the squat rack supports success in the classroom.
Read MoreWere new charter schools rushed ahead of election?
The opening of four new charter schools was announced just before the September election. Education Aotearoa questions the timing.
Read MoreNew major sees physical education return to University of Canterbury
Next year, 2018, will see Physical Education return to the University of Canterbury as one of a series of new majors within the popular Bachelor of Sport Coaching degree. UC has a long and proud history of developing highly respected PE teachers and this new major is an exciting initiative towards continuing that tradition.
Read MoreA day in the life of a TPLT in-school support facilitator
Janelle Wood takes us through a typical day in her role as a TPLT facilitator. TPLT supports existing and new teachers of languages apply pedagogy that has a real and positive impact on student learning.
Read MoreIt’s time
NZEI Te Riu Roa National Secretary Paul Goulter says a pay jolt is needed for the education sector.
Read MoreAccessible technology helps children with learning needs
Having everyone use the same devices in the classroom helps include children with additional learning needs. Diana Clement reports
Read MoreTe Kāhui Whetū 2017
NZEI members travelled from around the motu to attend the hui at Tauwhare, Kirikiriroa.
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