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.
- Dec- 2016 -6 December
Rollout of fast internet for schools completed
The project to provide fast internet to schools is complete, says education minister Hekia Parata, with a total of 2,431…
Read More » - Nov- 2016 -22 November
Teachers’ relief at scrapping of bulk funding proposal
NZEI president Louise Green and PPTA president Angela Roberts say taking bulk funding off the table is a big win…
Read More » - 15 November
Lift pay of support staff to that of prison officers – NZEI
NZEI Te Riu Roa is calling on the government to acknowledge low paid women "working for free" from today, by…
Read More » - 15 November
New online guide to help schools plan modifications
Education minister Hekia Parata has welcomed the release of an online guide to help schools plan new builds and building…
Read More » - Sep- 2016 -20 September
How to choose a multifunctional printer
The printer is a key piece of equipment in any organisation; a high quality model can allow staff to maximise…
Read More » - 20 September
Support staff angered by lost pay
School support staff have reacted with anger to the Ministry of Education’s decision to not pay up to 6,000 annualised…
Read More » - 6 September
Why good acoustics in big learning spaces are worth every cent
In an Innovative Learning Space, good acoustics are everything when it comes to teaching and learning...
Read More » - 6 September
Work begins on $4M upgrade at Bayswater School
Work has begun on a $4M upgrade at Bayswater School on Auckland's North Shore. The redevelopment will include the construction…
Read More » - Jun- 2016 -28 June
Using websites and apps to market your school
You know all the wonderful work that goes on in your school, but does your school’s website reflect this? And…
Read More » - Jan- 2016 -27 January
Buy New Zealand Made ensures authenticity and quality
The Buy New Zealand Made Campaign is about more than encouraging New Zealanders to buy and sell locally made products....
Read More » - Aug- 2015 -25 August
Fighting health issues with better fundraising options
The increasing focus on what our children are eating and growing concerns about the alarming obesity rates among young New…
Read More » - 4 August
Diverse choices offered in School Management Systems
School Management Systems (SMS) are designed to collect, store and access student information and also provide information to parents and…
Read More » - Jun- 2015 -23 June
Setting your sights on sites and apps
In today’s learning environment the internet has become virtually indispensable – a tool that literally opens up the world for…
Read More » - Feb- 2015 -24 February
Vote of confidence for library management system
Access-It library and information management system is the most widely used software of its type in our schools, as well…
Read More » - Jun- 2014 -3 June
Keeping track of students with SMS
Computerised student management systems (SMS) are not mandatory in New Zealand schools, but having one can significantly improve the way…
Read More » - Apr- 2014 -1 April
Environmental Choice growing in strength
There is growing support both locally and internationally to purchase products which are better for the environment, but choosing the…
Read More » - Mar- 2014 -13 March
The new age of school libraries
The nature of school libraries has changed so much in recent years that there has been vigorous international debate on…
Read More » - 13 March
Another leap forward in multifunction photocopiers
Significant cost savings for schools come with the latest environmentally-friendly MFP breakthrough. Earlier confident predictions that the advent of…
Read More » - Dec- 2013 -9 December
Furniture a key part of modern learning
Learning environments have changed drastically in recent years as old-style classrooms give way to modern learning spaces. The pedagogy that…
Read More » - Sep- 2013 -11 September
Do you have a crisis communication plan?
Those who have been through a school crisis will tell you that trying to communicate with everyone from national media…
Read More » - 11 September
Expert help available for libraries
While the school library has changed considerably in recent times, it is certainly still as important as it ever was.…
Read More » - Jul- 2013 -15 July
4 keys to successful fundraising
As money is becoming harder to find for our worthy causes we all have to become better at attracting money.…
Read More » - 15 July
Multifunction photocopiers an essential tool for schools
Scientific breakthroughs in even the earliest models. In the earlier years of the desk-top computer age, there were confident predictions…
Read More » - 15 July
Data Storage: The solution for your school
ith so many data storage and digital document management options available, how do you make the right choice for your…
Read More » - 15 July
Does your school have a media policy?
What would happen if a TV reporter arrived at your school and starting asking sensitive questions of staff with the…
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