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Arbitration panel recommends pay-rise, standing committee
Last week, the arbitration panel tasked with ending the impass between teachers and MoE released their decision.
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Specialist learning support staff accept offer, end strike
Specialist learning support staff have accepted their latest offer, though lead negotiator says there are still “outstanding issues”.
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Funding changes include the end of bank staffing in mid-2025
The proposed funding changes, including a pause on planned construction, are intended to meet the shortfall for teacher pay rises.
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Is your classroom acoustically sound?
Did you know poor acoustic environments could be affecting your students’ academic performance, and the wellbeing of teachers and students?
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Win one of six STAEDTLER prize packs!
STAEDTLER is giving away six prize packs of free stationery to primary and intermediate schools! Find out how to get…
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Flexible seating for flexible thinking
Increasingly, seating design is being recognised for its potential to boost learning engagement in the classroom.
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Primary schools out of pocket over teacher payouts
The Ministry of Education has now advised that lump-sum payments for board-funded teachers are to be taken out of school…
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Opinion: Finding a productive way forward with the refresh of the science curriculum
Dr Jared Carpendale weighs in on the debate around the New Zealand draft science curriculum, and how it may benefit…
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Meet the team: Sales Rep Dee Dawson
As part of a new series, we sit down with Dee Dawson, one of our talented sales representatives for Multimedia…
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Empowering Every Learner: Inclusive Literacy Education
Carla McNeil discusses the importance of using an effective, evidence-based approach to teaching literacy for all students.
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Science for everyone: how one charity is bringing STEM to rural students
House of Science Wairarapa is a small charity bringing ready-made science kits to teachers across the region in a bid…
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FIFA Women’s World Cup inspires future female athletes
As part of the FIFA Women’s World cup promotions, a football pitch built at the foot of Aoraki Mt Cook…
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The mental health benefits of EOTC
All tamariki love a chance to get out of the classroom – but can education outside the classroom have wellbeing…
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Let students take centre stage
From developing confidence to honing performance skills and team building, we look at the benefits of theatre and live performance…
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Why impact attenuation testing is essential
Adam Stride explains the importance of this health and safety measure to reduce the risk of serious injuries in school…
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Mānawatia a Matariki: Celebrating Māori New Year
Mānawa maiea te putanga o Matariki, mānawa maiea te ariki o te rangi, mānawa maiea te Mātahi o te tau.…
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Bridging the digital divide with Apple and Te Pūkenga
A new programme run by Apple and Te Pūkenga promises to help bridge the digital divide for Māori learners in…
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Rotorua: A destination for exciting and enriching learning opportunities
There’s nothing like a school trip to up engagement and enthusiasm among students; and what better destination than our very…
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Teaching sustainability while reducing, reusing and recycling school waste
Reducing waste is not only good for the planet, it’s an opportunity to teach waste management and environmental principles to…
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OPINION: The red flags around children’s screen time shouldn’t be just about content
Yes, there is such a thing as too much screentime, say paediatric physiotherapist Jullie Cullen and senior research fellow Dr…
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No more strikes for secondary schools as arbitration kicks off
Strike action has been suspended as an arbitration process begins between the Ministry of Education and PPTA Te Wehengarua.
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Teaching programmes hit record low
The staffing crisis in education looks set to worsen as tertiary teaching enrolments drop and some programmes face drastic cuts.
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Extending your library beyond books
Carole Gardiner from AccessIt Library explains how software can be used school-wide to improve literacy and foster a love of…
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Multi-purpose court brightens school grounds and benefits community
Find out how Takapuna Normal School's court upgrade brightened the school grounds, inspired school athletes, and benefited the community.
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Safe, good looking floors
From keeping classrooms germ free to improving acoustics, & providing a fun and engaging learning environment, flooring choice is important.
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