We are continuing our Ako Inquiry, with a focus on Transitions looking at how we can strengthen these within and between school/s
Term One Inquiry-Ako/Transitions
SO WHAT? We are hoping this Inquiry will continue to build on the improvement of teaching and learning across the school. We want this inquiry to support our beliefs that relationships support and reflect on the quality of teaching and learning.
Thursday, 7 February 2019
Monday, 4 February 2019
Charter
Today I helped Rich review and update our School Charter for the 31st March returns.
Kaimata School Charter
This is ongoing and evolving.. I really love the fluidity of this document.
Kaimata School Charter
This is ongoing and evolving.. I really love the fluidity of this document.
Kahui Ako Hikoi
IPS had a Teacher Only Day and invited some of the Kahui Ako along.
It was a great day, lead by Damon Ritai. He talked to us about some of the early Maori stories in New Plymouth, followed by a visit to Pukerangiora and a Powhiri and working bee at Te Kohanga Moa Marae in Inglewood.
It made it clear to me that we need to lern the stories from our Maori locals and share with our children and community. They are vital to preserving our history and keeping the Maori culture alive.
Hikoi Plan
It was a great day, lead by Damon Ritai. He talked to us about some of the early Maori stories in New Plymouth, followed by a visit to Pukerangiora and a Powhiri and working bee at Te Kohanga Moa Marae in Inglewood.
It made it clear to me that we need to lern the stories from our Maori locals and share with our children and community. They are vital to preserving our history and keeping the Maori culture alive.
Hikoi Plan
Wednesday, 28 November 2018
Master of Contemporary Education
Here is a link to my learning portfolio that records my learning and assignments for my Masters Degree.
Natalie Looney-Master of Contemporary Education
Natalie Looney-Master of Contemporary Education
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
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