Growing cultural competence – standing on two feet

Growing cultural competence – standing on two feet

Supporting the development of leadership in New Zealand schools these days requires a high degree of cultural capability.  Equity and excellence for learners of all cultures have long been held as goals in our education system, but these have remained elusive for a...
Are we playing fair? Enacting effective assessment

Are we playing fair? Enacting effective assessment

Assessment, both formative and summative, are and always have been hot topics in education globally. There are a plethora of apps, platforms, and research-informed literature available internationally, centred on effective assessment and its impact. However, as always...
The art of inclusion for students with dyslexia

The art of inclusion for students with dyslexia

Mainstream inclusion, aligned with the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is the most suitable paradigm for the educational inclusion of all learners globally. Inclusive education values the human rights of all students, is responsive to all learning...
Positive Reconnections during COVID – 19

Positive Reconnections during COVID – 19

‘We only do Positive’  FA 2018 As we reintegrate, reengage and reconnect with returning students in our physical schools after lockdowns, let’s consider what type of school we are welcoming them back to. The New Zealand Education Review Office (ERO) were keen to...