Notices

The Ernest Duncan Award for Teaching Mathematics

Listed by: New Zealand Assocation of Mathematics Teachers

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The New Zealand Association of Mathematics Teachers is pleased to call for applications for this award.
The general (but not exclusive) criteria for selection are:

A – an effective sequence or resource for teaching mathematics

B – a device for teaching some aspects of mathematics;

C – a television, video, audio-visual or other communication programme on or for teaching mathematics;

D – a paper examining a method of teaching mathematics.

Teachers are encouraged to apply by completing a form: https://forms.gle/8hLfieu59LdX6WLM9

All applications must be with NZAMT by Friday 27 September.
Any queries can be made to: secretary@nzamt.org.nz

Legislation Changes from 1 July

Listed by: Ministry of Education

Information sharing provisions under the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and under the new Family Violence Act 2018, plus new National Care Standards, came into effect on 1 July 2019. 

These changes affect early learning services, school trustees, and licensed teachers.

You can find out more on our website:  www.education.govt.nz/school/student-support/special-education/sharing-information.

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) School Wide Conference 2019

Listed by: Ministry of Education

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This year will see the return of the highly anticipated and valued PB4L Conference on 30-31 August at the Ellerslie Event Centre in Auckland.

This year’s theme is 'Global initiative, local design - He kaupapa o te au, he whakatairanga a-rohe'.

Registrations close 16 August if not sold prior. Registration fee $575 inc GST per person.

For the conference programme and for online registration visit: www.pb4lconference.co.nz.

Auckland

30 August 2019 – 31 August 2019

iNVENTIONATOR For Gifted Learners

Listed by: CORE Education

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DREAM BIG! 

An exciting two-day event is coming your way. Designed for students, this special iNVENTIONATOR is supported by six weeks of online resources. It’s free for gifted learners who want to PLAY. THINK. DESIGN. innovative solutions to real-life problems.

Are you ready to Dream Big? Find out more 

Powered by CORE, in partnership with Ministry of Education and supported by LIANZA.

Nelson – 28–29 August.

Tai Tokerau – 11–12 September.

Taranaki – 30–31 October.

Tasman/Nelson

28 August 2019 – 29 August 2019

Northland

11 September 2019 – 12 September 2019

Taranaki

30 October 2019 – 31 October 2019

Wellbeing Now and in the Future

Listed by: Nga Manu Awhina Cluster 8 and CD Event Management

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Helping you, your students and school community flourish and to be ‘at your best’ in the 21st Century, ‘The Wellbeing: Now and in the Future’ event is a two-day event for all those invested in wellbeing and education.

Using a future focussed lens, it is an opportunity to be on the cutting edge of innovation in wellbeing, neuroscience, leadership and learning. The event has world renowned international and New Zealand speakers and workshops and has been designed to foster our innovation and wellbeing culture, and strengthen the capacity of the system to reach all.

For further information: www.rtlbcluster8.ac.nz/wellbeing-event.

Auckland

30 October 2019 – 31 October 2019

Every Child Elevated Early Learning Conference 2019

Listed by: Northland Kindergarten Association

An Early Childhood Conference about Innovation, Opportunities and Vision in Early Learning

Dates: 10–11 October.

The well-being of Northlands' tamariki is a priority to the Northland Kindergarten Association (NKA). As part of our commitment to providing our teachers high quality professional learning opportunities, NKA is facilitating a conference 'Every Child Elevated: Innovation, Opportunities and Vision in Early Learning.

This conference is open to all involved in ECE, and early learning in general including education support staff, health and social workers and new entrant teachers and all other interested parties around Northland and further afield.

Cost: $320.

For further information: http://northlandkindergartens.co.nz

Northland

10 October 2019 – 11 October 2019

Grow Your Students’ Minds in our Discovery Garden

Listed by: Wellington Gardens

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Te Kaapuia o Te Waoku - We are all part of nature

Join us in the Wellington Botanic Garden for a unique education experience.

Our programme offers primary-aged students an opportunity to get hands-on with plants and learn about the different ways we use them.
We focus on four key areas: food, fibre, medicine and construction.

Students will discover the value of ecological sustainability as they actively participate and contribute to the growth and care of plants.

For more information visit wellingtongardens.nz/discoverygarden or contact us at gardens.education@wcc.govt.nz.

Sandspit Road School 50th Jubilee

Listed by: Sandspit Road School

Sandspit Road School (Waiuku) is 50 years old in 2019.  We would like to invite all current and former students, staff, BOT members, and families to join us in our celebrations on Saturday 23 November.

The Jubilee weekend events include speeches, afternoon tea, photos, tour of the school, dinner and other entertainment. 

To enrol in some or all of the activities please email admin@sandspit.school.nz.