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.
- Jun- 2022 -7 June
Pay equity win for school administrators
"School administrators have waited a long time for this moment." - Liam Rutherford, NZEI President.
Read More » - May- 2022 -17 May
Budget 2022: $90m for mental health support in schools
Around 195,000 primary and intermediate aged children are set to benefit from the expansion of mental wellbeing support services.
Read More » - Apr- 2022 -12 April
Pay equity claims go to mediation
Members of the negotiation team are hopeful mediation will provide a positive outcome, with kaiārahi i te reo Parekohai Wells…
Read More » - Mar- 2022 -29 March
Fundraising 101: Mobilise the troops!
Be clear on expectations and responsibilities. Tips for stress-free fundraisers.
Read More » - 22 March
Key drivers for STEM space design
While the shift to STEM-based leanring has generated countless positive experiences for teachers and students alike, it involves an ever-evolving…
Read More » - Dec- 2021 -14 December
Latest on NZ teacher supply for 2022
A national teacher supply update has been released by the Ministry of Education for the 2022 school year.
Read More » - Nov- 2021 -30 November
‘Shameful’ – Union slams former charter schools’ use of public money
"Those responsible should resign immediately." NZ demands action following Office of Auditor-General inquiry into former charter schools' use of public…
Read More » - 22 November
Major improvements to education data for iwi
A new dashboard features the ability to see patterns and trends for learners, making the data more effective at forecasting…
Read More » - 22 November
Hotfooting it: Gym floors to conquer heavy foot traffic
When it comes to shock absorption, grip, durability, and even visual aesthetic, the stuff your gym floors are made of…
Read More » - 9 November
Make school finances more efficient
What are the benefits of outsourced accounting? We consider what this looks like in practice, for those considering it.
Read More » - 8 November
Lots of schools are moving to ‘hot desking’. Is there any benefit for my child?
Do flexible learning spaces improve students’ ability to work together, as well as their learning overall?
Read More » - Sep- 2021 -21 September
Students, take a seat
Flexible seating: it seems the only way to go these days. But how flexible do you want to get?
Read More » - 20 September
‘Back-pedalling’ on pay parity commitments
More than 5000 ECE teachers will lose access to pay increases they were eligible for next year because of back-pedalling…
Read More » - 20 September
Relief teachers present COVID pay petition to Government
"It's not fair, or reasonable, for anybody to have to go without pay due to the lockdown." - Relief teachers petition…
Read More » - 7 September
Schools prepare to reopen on Thursday at ‘Delta Level 2’
Schools outside of Auckland are readying for the return of staff and pupils and all that this entails under the…
Read More » - 6 September
On each other’s team
Unity is key to any team and uniform plays an important part in creating that...
Read More » - 6 September
Tertiary fee regulation settings announced for 2022
The Minister of Education has confirmed fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2022, following consultation.
Read More » - Aug- 2021 -31 August
Workshopping, laser cutters and CNC routers
The use of lasers has revolutionised the teaching, and associated areas of industry, of many subjects from food technology to…
Read More » - Jul- 2021 -22 July
Student Job Search success celebrated
The success of the expanded Student Job Search (SJS) in enabling New Zealand tertiary graduates to find employment was celebrated…
Read More » - Jun- 2021 -29 June
Schools urged to opt in for free period products
School are being urged to make the most of the free period product scheme as it begins to roll out.
Read More » - 22 June
Māori Television Matariki Awards seek educators to honour
Educators are being asked to act quickly to nominate fellow teaching professionals in the eduation section of this year's 2021…
Read More » - May- 2021 -31 May
No need to ‘shush’ in this library
The technology boom has brought with it intense discussion around the feel and function of libraries.
Read More » - 4 May
Recruit right first time
Selecting the right applicant for a school position can be an all-consuming process…
Read More » - Apr- 2021 -13 April
Schools power up with solar
Solar powering your school makes sense for sustainability role modelling, for long-term finances, and for the environment.
Read More » - 6 April
Ever learning, ever changing: flexibility rules
The needs of the modern school dictate that places of learning are everywhere.
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