Children & Young People Voices in the NZ Curriculum Refresh

‘Mai World: Participation and Engagement’ team at the Office of the Children’s Commissioner have recently started working alongside the Ministry of Education to ensure the voices of children and young people are at the centre of Te Mātaiaho New Zealand Curriculum refresh, currently taking place until 2025. Access and participation in inclusive and equitable education is a crucial priority for the Children’s Commissioner, Judge Francis Eivers (Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato).

The Mai World team are reaching out to schools, kura, organisations and communities to nominate young people to be part of the Youth Voices Group in 2023. This group will champion how the voices of children and young people are heard across the country. The 'Key Information' document provides detail around the project, including the workload, compensation and key dates.

Nominations close 21 November 2022 – submit this form to educationvoices@occ.org.nz   OR do it online here.

PLD for Experienced Principals: Where is it?

“It is generally acknowledged that on-going training for principals and aspiring principals is vital for a continued development of quality schools” (Stewart, 2000, p. 92). BUT research agrees that there is a notable absence of ongoing professional learning development for experienced principals (Service & Thornton, 2021).

This research project focuses on what PLD (professional learning and development) current, experienced primary school principals identify as enhancing their continued growth and advancement.

Research results will be used to make recommendations for future PLD opportunities for experienced principals in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The research project is undertaken by former Otago Principal, Hamish McDonald, as part of the requirements for a doctorate in education (EdD). If you have six or more years of experience as a principal follow this link about this research project and how you can participate.  

Ann Milne Education

A long-term educator, Ann Milne teaches critically conscious, culturally sustaining leadership and learning, transforming the educational experiences of Māori and other minoritized learners.

Ann also speaks at events, including the most recent Māori Achievement Collaborations (MAC) conference.

Visit her website to learn more about how you can access PLD for your staff and leadership teams and apply for Ministry of Education PLD hours. Ann is a member of the provider panel in her own right so can deal directly with the Ministry and schools making the application process so much simpler for you.