Here is a link to my learning portfolio that records my learning and assignments for my Masters Degree.
Natalie Looney-Master of Contemporary Education
Wednesday, 28 November 2018
2018 Manganui Hub and Leadership Reflection
This year has been a massive year for me both personally and professionally.
The change to a new school and new responsibilities has been very refreshing. It has been difficult for me to 're-set' and settle into a new environment. I have come from a high numbers, high pressure school to a small, happy and supportive culture.
The Manganui Hub has been something that Jen, Emily and I can be very proud of. We worked really well together and collaboratively plan, teach and report. We have made a great team! We get each other, take the pressure off one another when needed and we know our kids well. We have had major success with our students both academically and socially through having a great Must-Do, Can-Do learning culture. Our students have voice and choice in all that we do, and I'm really looking forward to seeing what these kids are capable of when they are Year 8! I know it will be exciting!
I have learnt a lot about being a collaborative leader this year. Rich, Jess and I work together well. It has been awesome to learn about budgets, annual/strategic planning, SENCO, reporting systems, leading meetings and leading the appraisal and inquiry processes. I feel I will be capable Acting Principal in Term 4 2019 thanks to all the support and guidance that Rich has given me.
My leadership skills have grown from being singular to being part of a strong leadership team.
I'm looking forward to growing these skills more in 2019.
The change to a new school and new responsibilities has been very refreshing. It has been difficult for me to 're-set' and settle into a new environment. I have come from a high numbers, high pressure school to a small, happy and supportive culture.
The Manganui Hub has been something that Jen, Emily and I can be very proud of. We worked really well together and collaboratively plan, teach and report. We have made a great team! We get each other, take the pressure off one another when needed and we know our kids well. We have had major success with our students both academically and socially through having a great Must-Do, Can-Do learning culture. Our students have voice and choice in all that we do, and I'm really looking forward to seeing what these kids are capable of when they are Year 8! I know it will be exciting!
I have learnt a lot about being a collaborative leader this year. Rich, Jess and I work together well. It has been awesome to learn about budgets, annual/strategic planning, SENCO, reporting systems, leading meetings and leading the appraisal and inquiry processes. I feel I will be capable Acting Principal in Term 4 2019 thanks to all the support and guidance that Rich has given me.
My leadership skills have grown from being singular to being part of a strong leadership team.
I'm looking forward to growing these skills more in 2019.
Monday, 3 September 2018
Ongoing Study
I find myself stuck in rut at present. Trying to find where I fit and what I want to actually 'do' in education.
I have taken on so much extra study over the past 4 years and have found my true passion lies in innovation and supporting and coaching teachers and other leaders.
Being part of the Kahui Ako has possibly opened another door for me to continue to complete my Masters Degree and make connections with accredited facilitators so I can continue to pursue my career interests.
Current Goals:
Making Connections
Exploring Study Opportunities
I shared an essay I wrote last year to the Kahui Ako Drive. The 4000 word essay was a Literature Review comparing the importance of management vs leadership in education.
The following email is a respsonse from Jo Wilson (Leading Learning Facilitator) who read it:
This email really excited me! I will continue to consider what the future may hold for my career in education! WATCH THIS SPACE!
17 September
-Interview with MindLab has been scheduled to complete my Masters in Contemporary Education for next year....Still in limbo...Will see how the interview goes. Do I stay, or pursue something else???
28 November 2018
Accepted for MindLab's Masters Degree. Am now 2 months in and LOVING it!
I have taken on so much extra study over the past 4 years and have found my true passion lies in innovation and supporting and coaching teachers and other leaders.
Being part of the Kahui Ako has possibly opened another door for me to continue to complete my Masters Degree and make connections with accredited facilitators so I can continue to pursue my career interests.
Current Goals:
Making Connections
Exploring Study Opportunities
I shared an essay I wrote last year to the Kahui Ako Drive. The 4000 word essay was a Literature Review comparing the importance of management vs leadership in education.
The following email is a respsonse from Jo Wilson (Leading Learning Facilitator) who read it:
17 September
-Interview with MindLab has been scheduled to complete my Masters in Contemporary Education for next year....Still in limbo...Will see how the interview goes. Do I stay, or pursue something else???
28 November 2018
Accepted for MindLab's Masters Degree. Am now 2 months in and LOVING it!
Monday, 20 August 2018
Thursday, 2 August 2018
Kaimata School Hangi
Our school hosted a hangi for our school and the Kaimata Community at the end of Term 2.
Planning for the hangi was done by Marcelle (Kapa Haka Teacher), Jess and myself. I also did the 'shopping' part for the school.
Preparation for the hangi was lead by Jess and myself (for the vege prep).
We had over 300 members of our community attend our hangi. It was a huge success for everyone involved!
Hangi Prep
Hangi Photos
Planning for the hangi was done by Marcelle (Kapa Haka Teacher), Jess and myself. I also did the 'shopping' part for the school.
Preparation for the hangi was lead by Jess and myself (for the vege prep).
We had over 300 members of our community attend our hangi. It was a huge success for everyone involved!
Hangi Prep
Hangi Photos
Tuesday, 17 April 2018
Kaimata Curriculum
Kaimata Curriculum
Above is a link to the Kaimata Curriculum that has been lead by myself and Jess Packman. After our ERO visit (March, 2018) and leading MLP PD with the staff, we were all in agreeance that we need to formulate a Curriculum Map for the school to ensure NZC and Key Competency coverage. The Kaimata Curriuculm has also been designed with our special school character, collaborative and innovative teaching and learning in mind. We used teacher voice, student voice and community voice to create the possible contexts for learning.
End of Year Report Template
Above is a link for the End of Year Report Template modified from my old template we used at Fitzroy School, adapted to fit Kaimata School and Kaimatatanga.
Above is a link to the Kaimata Curriculum that has been lead by myself and Jess Packman. After our ERO visit (March, 2018) and leading MLP PD with the staff, we were all in agreeance that we need to formulate a Curriculum Map for the school to ensure NZC and Key Competency coverage. The Kaimata Curriuculm has also been designed with our special school character, collaborative and innovative teaching and learning in mind. We used teacher voice, student voice and community voice to create the possible contexts for learning.
End of Year Report Template
Above is a link for the End of Year Report Template modified from my old template we used at Fitzroy School, adapted to fit Kaimata School and Kaimatatanga.
DP SICOL PD & Leadership Inquiry 2018
Evidence of participation in the 2018 SICOL PD group, lead by Laura Snowden.
This folder has links to meetings, readings, reflections and my Leadership Inquiry.
DP PD and Leadership Inquiry
This folder has links to meetings, readings, reflections and my Leadership Inquiry.
DP PD and Leadership Inquiry
Kahui Ako-Within Schools Teacher Role
I was appointed as one of four WST's for our Kahui Ako in Term One 2018.
Attached is our folder of slideshows, meetings, emails and other documentation associated with my role.
Kahui Ako
Kahui Ako Mothership
AST/WST Comms Doc
Attached is our folder of slideshows, meetings, emails and other documentation associated with my role.
Kahui Ako
Kahui Ako Mothership
AST/WST Comms Doc
Friday, 9 February 2018
Communication
Links to emails, blogs and other communication between colleagues, community and parents.
Thanks for your support from leader at another school
An email from a DP thanking me for supporting her when another leader put her 'on the spot' and embarrassed her at a Middle Leaders conference.
Special Needs Assessment communication with parent
Email regarding SPELD testing for a 2017 student.
Thanks for your support from leader at another school
An email from a DP thanking me for supporting her when another leader put her 'on the spot' and embarrassed her at a Middle Leaders conference.
Special Needs Assessment communication with parent
Email regarding SPELD testing for a 2017 student.
Noho Marae
Noho Marae aims and objectives 2016
Link to the Aims and Objectives of the Fitzroy School Noho Marae given to the BoT prior to visit.
Powhiri
Kaimata School held a Powhiri to officially welcome me to Kaimata School. It was a very special ceremony, where my old school management team and my family came.
Photos from Powhiri
Photos from Powhiri
MLP PD
Modern Learning Practice PD
Link to all the PD I am leading in regards to Innovative/Modern learning Practice at Kaimata.
There are shared Docs in this folder that I share with the staff so that input, thoughts and ideas are collaborative.
As we are working on designing our own MLP that will fit into the 'Kaimata Way' this will be ongoing as our ideas and PD evolves.
21st Century Learning Presentation
Slideshow from a presentation I lead to the Kaimata School PTA, BoT and Staff about MLP. With the hopes that the community will support the schools' shift in pedagogy and practice. The presentation went well, with buy-in from all of those that attended.
21st Century Learning Presentation
Slideshow from a presentation I lead to the Kaimata School PTA, BoT and Staff about MLP. With the hopes that the community will support the schools' shift in pedagogy and practice. The presentation went well, with buy-in from all of those that attended.
Monday, 5 February 2018
Teach Like a Pirate
Teach Like a Pirate
Teach Like a Pirate-Dave Burgess
My first Leadership role at Kaimata is to lead the staff through the book 'Teach like a Pirate'. The purpose for this Professional Development is to support teachers on their journey towards innovative and collaborative teaching and learning.
We will be working through the book together, unpacking the chapters together and sharing how we will work towards achieving quality teaching and learning for all at Kaimata using the PIRATE acronym in doing so.
P-Passion
I-Immersion
R-Rapport
A-Ask and Analyze
T- Transformation
E- Enthusiasm
Friday, 5 January 2018
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