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Classroom resources Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

'In Pursuit of Success – Overcoming Underachievement'

Listed by: Motivational Services

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Now reduce and prevent underachievement

There will be many students failing to achieve what they plan for or what they expect to achieve – this is underachievement and can be reduced, prevented or even overcome. All schools experience underachievement.

A recently published book by Dr Leonard Restall identifies causes of underachievement that can be changed within the classroom and gives proven strategies to change the problem. It is based on his research and 40 years of teaching experience.

Details can be obtained from Dr Leonard Restall; email restall@xtra.co.nz

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Jubilees and reunions Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

Ngaruawahia Primary School 150th Jubilee

Listed by: Ngaruawahia Primary School

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We would like to extend a warm welcome to all our past and present pupils, staff, board of trustees, whānau and community members to join us for a once in a lifetime weekend of celebration and remembrance on
Labour Weekend Friday 25 October to Sunday 27 October.

Friday night will involve a welcome and get together, a variety of
Saturday activities which includes dinner and dance and concludes with Sunday mass and final blessing.

For further information or to register please contact the school; ph (07) 824 8426; email office@ngaruawahia.school.nz or check our website www.ngaruawahia.school.nz or alternatively the school's Facebook.
   

New Zealand (nationwide)
25 October 2019 – 27 October 2019
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Student competitions and scholarships Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

Te Uru Rākau Forestry Scholarships – Applications Now Open

Listed by: Te Uru Rākau (Forestry New Zealand)

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The Ngā Karahipi Uru Rākau – Forestry Scholarships are open from June to the 15 August. We’re offering 6 scholarships for the 2020 academic year for qualifying Māori and/ or female students enrolling in the Bachelor of Forestry Science or Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Forest Engineering at the University of Canterbury.

Successful winners will get:

$8,000 a year for 4 years (the length of the degree) to help with tuition fees and living costs, and

A paid internship with Te Uru Rākau (Forestry New Zealand) or another forestry employer.

For further information and to apply, please visit: www.teururakau.govt.nz/forestryscholarships.

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Projects and programmes Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

We Bring the Zoo to You – Live Learning at Your School!

Listed by: ZooVentures

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ZooVentures brings interactive workshops to your Auckland school with an amazing range of exotic creatures and pets, covering many of the 'living world' curriculum topics, as well as providing inspiration for art and creative writing.

We deliver structured learning with high educational value – this is not just for the little kids!

One teacher describes it as 'like a zoo trip, but more hands on and no travel to organise'.

Workshops facilitated by a zoology graduate with a passion for inspiring children about animals and the environment.

For more information: www.zooventure.co.nz.

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Classroom resources Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

'In Pursuit of Success – Overcoming Underachievement'

Listed by: Motivation Services

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Now reduce and prevent underachievement

There will be many students failing to achieve what they plan for or what they expect to achieve – this is underachievement and can be reduced, prevented or even overcome. All schools experience underachievement.

A recently published book by Dr Leonard Restall identifies causes of underachievement that can be changed within the classroom and gives proven strategies to change the problem. It is based on his research and 40 years of teaching experience.

Details can be obtained from Dr Leonard Restall; email restall@xtra.co.nz

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Student competitions and scholarships Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

Chess: East Auckland Primary Interschools Regional Qualifier

Listed by: Auckland Chess Association

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Auckland Chess Association (www.chessauckland.nz) is coordinating the regional qualifiers for most of Auckland, for the NZ Chess Federation's annual National Interschools Finals.

The East Auckland Primary event will be held on 1 August at Point View School, 25 Kilkenny Drive, Howick.

For more information please check the ACA's Interschools webpage at
www.chessauckland.nz/2019/interschools.html
or email the organiser, Helen Milligan, at heligan@heliganchess.nz.

Auckland
01 August 2019 – 01 August 2019
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Student competitions and scholarships Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

2019 Auckland Regional Sport Stacking Tournament

Listed by: WSSA NZ (World Sport Stacking Association NZ)

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The 2019 Auckland Regional Sport Stacking Tournament will be held on Sunday 18 August.

You can be sure that cups and records will fly as our experienced stackers vie to beat their own times, as well as those of their closest competitors. Novice stackers practise and compete amongst the experienced stackers. Tips and tricks will be passed on freely, and you will be encouraged and supported every step of the way.

This is a fun-filled family event and spectators and media can join sport stackers, instructors and volunteers from 9am.

All details are on the Speed Stacks (NZ) website: www.speedstacks.co.nz/pages/auckland-tournament

Auckland
18 August 2019 – 18 August 2019
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Classroom resources Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government

Te Whare Tare - The Dolls House

Listed by: Katherine Mansfield House & Garden

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Te Whare Tāre is a te reo Māori translation of KM's well known story, The Doll's House. First published in English in 1922, te reo Māori translation by Karena Kelly published in 2018.

This publication is in te reo Māori only.

Education providers, please contact us for wholesale prices; website www.katherinemansfield.com.

A5, 20 pages.

 

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Student competitions and scholarships Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, General

Think Kind 2019 Student Competition

Listed by: NZ Vegetarian Society

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Entries are now open for the 2019 Think Kind Competition! The annual competition is run by the NZ Vegetarian Society, and is open to all currently enrolled primary, intermediate, and secondary-aged students. Every student who enters will receive a certificate and a prize.

The overall winner will be determined by a people’s choice vote, and will be announced on 1 October, World Vegetarian Day. The entry that wins the People’s Choice Award will receive $1,000 for their school.

Go to www.vegetarian.org.nz for guidelines.

Students must submit their entries online by 12 August.

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Conference / AGM Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

NZLA 42nd National Conference 'The Arts as a Bridge to Literacy'

Listed by: New Zealand Literacy Association

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The New Zealand Literacy Association (NZLA) with the Canterbury Literacy Association (CLA) are pleased to host the 42nd national conference 'The Arts as a Bridge to Literacy' at Rangi Ruru Girls' School, Christchurch. 29 September–2 October.

The themes for the workshops are:

Learning through the arts

Love of literature

Sharing our practice-based inquiries and research

Keynote speakers: Gavin Bishop, Dame Wendy Pye, Dr Steven Layne (USA), Dr Viv Aitken, Marcus Akuhata-Brown, Dr Murray Gadd, Mary Chamberlain

Early bird registrations close 18 June.

Call for workshop submissions close 18 June. 

For further information: nzla.org.nz/events/2019-conference-cla-the-arts-as-a-bridge-to-literacy.

Canterbury
29 September 2019 – 02 October 2019
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Other Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

Rarotonga Sponsored Teachers' Famil – June 2019

Listed by: Edventuretours Travel

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If you are looking to engage your students in an immersive and culturally rewarding environment, look no further than Raro!

We sponsor escorted teachers' tours for those looking to extend their classrooms to the Pacific – we will provide hands on experience and skills to help plan a tour to return with a school group.

While on ‘Famil’ with us you will participate in masses of activities and look at ways of giving back to the local community. This year is a June departure for 4 nights.

Genuine group leaders are welcome to contact: Edventuretours;ph (07) 855 9499; email: robynh@edventuretours.co.nz

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Projects and programmes Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

Hamilton Zoo Education Programme

Listed by: Hamilton Zoo Education

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Bring your students to the Hamilton Zoo for a hands-on LEOTC experience, where they can ask questions of experienced Zoo staff, see real animals and  learn about conservation, science, or even art and maths! 

We create education programmes tailored to the needs of you and your students. 

Get in touch today to find out more: ph (07) 838 6887; email zoo.education@hcc.govt.nz 

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Classroom resources Early childhood education / kōhanga reo, Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Tertiary, Government, General

Books, Timers and Other Resources for Autism Spectrum Disorders

Listed by: Autism Resources Limited

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Autism Resources Limited provides quality books and resources, including the popular time timers and sensory tools for teaching children with autism spectrum disorder. For over 10 years we have been supplying NZ schools and early childhood centres with quality books and resources under the Sue Larkey and Education Events brands. Our name has changed but we are still the same, but with NZ ownership and cheaper pricing.

To order and view our range of top-quality products go to www.autismresources.co.nz or email jo@autismresources.co.nz.

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