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.
- Mar- 2019 -5 March
Op-ed: The librarian, my students, and I
When I first started teaching research skills I noticed that students, who were supposedly digital natives, did not know how…
Read More » - 5 March
Exploring sustainable school ideas
If anyone has a vested interest in environmental sustainability, it’s today’s youth. Unfortunately, they are growing up in a society…
Read More » - 4 March
Taskforce gathering intel on future schooling system
Is our current education system still relevant? Does it work for those that are parents, school board members or educators?
Read More » - 4 March
$1.27m funding for gifted education starts this term
One-day schools bring gifted children together for one day each week, so they can engage in different types of challenging…
Read More » - 4 March
Secondary teachers hoping for realistic government offer
National action has been pencilled in for April 3, the Post Primary Teachers' Association has revealed.
Read More » - Feb- 2019 -26 February
Vocational education reform: Keep the baby, change the bath
Will the Minister’s vision for vocational education lead to equally learner-centric solutions? No. My belief is that the vital relationships…
Read More » - 26 February
Inspirational teachers recognised around country
In a 22-year first, one South Auckland secondary school teacher has won top honours at this year’s ASG National Excellence…
Read More » - 26 February
Replicating the red carpet: school balls to impress
GIF booths, party props and budget glam: how to make your school ball Oscar-worthy.
Read More » - 26 February
Is ‘sex ed’ failing the #metoo generation?
“It is not easy teaching these things. The Ministry of Education is risk averse and doesn’t provide support for professional…
Read More » - 26 February
ILE furniture boosts staff wellbeing at Auckland primary school
Stephen King, principal at Remuera Primary School, spoke exclusively with School News about his ILE journey.
Read More » - 26 February
Handling suicidal ideation in school
If a student sounds or appears suicidal it’s important to listen empathically, then clarify intent. Ask questions like...
Read More » - 21 February
$50,000 in STEM and solar equipment available to schools
Solar packs will include panels and monitoring equipment and the school will be linked to the long running School-gen solar…
Read More » - 19 February
Tipene reopening overwhelmingly popular with parents
Māori mothers are desperate for solution to the education of their boys, says Oldboys Association chair, Joe Harawira.
Read More » - 19 February
NZ Maori Council launches National Taskforce on Education
"Just because you might study or teach at a small rural school does not mean to say you should be…
Read More » - 19 February
27% school leaders working more than 61 hours pw
An NZEI phone survey of 500 principals in the first two weeks of term found that 10% of schools were…
Read More » - 19 February
Teachers and principals return to negotiations
NZEI Te Riu Roa and the Ministry of Education agreed to return to negotiations for the primary teachers' and primary…
Read More » - 19 February
Green School gaining momentum in New Zealand
The non-profit New Zealand school will be founded by Taranaki couple Michael and Rachel Perrett, who experienced first-hand the success…
Read More » - 12 February
After 10,000+ quakes, how do we help our tamariki?
How do we improve learning and behaviour of school children after a natural disaster?
Read More » - 5 February
Five key values of strong Māori leadership
Finding Māori leaders is no easy feat. Not because we lack leaders, but because they are reluctant to stand up…
Read More » - 5 February
Upskilling and professional development for teachers in 2019
You must have heard that the approach to professional learning and development (PLD) has changed.
Read More » - Jan- 2019 -28 January
A word from the Ministry on school transport
Kura are provided with separate transport funding in recognition of the philosophy of Māori immersion. Funding is provided on a…
Read More » - Dec- 2018 -11 December
Why early diagnosis of autism should lead to early intervention
New Zealand takes an inclusive approach to education. The main goal of the research programme therefore is for children with…
Read More » - 11 December
Education needed to reduce impact of pornography on youth
“Young people themselves have said they need better education to support critical thinking around sex and sexuality rather than allowing…
Read More » - 11 December
Aspirations of Māori youth focus of Lincoln summit
Developed for Māori students between the ages of 16 and 24, the Taiohi Summit provides a forum to discuss key…
Read More » - 11 December
Tomorrow Schools report ticks the right boxes for edu bodies
"Our young Māori people will now be educated in a way that is consistent with their cultural beliefs and practices..."
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