Information for Educators

Teaching is one of the most rewarding yet demanding professions. With so many responsibilities, stress can feel inevitable. However, small, intentional actions can make a big difference in how you handle pressure. Here are five stress-relief practices you can start using today: 1. Mindful Breathing When stress feels overwhelming, take a few minutes to focusRead More…

Among the educators who significantly shaped early childhood education in New Zealand, one prominent figure shines. Her pioneering spirit left an indelible mark on the country and her life and works are an inspiration to those who find out more about this extraordinary woman.   A trailblazer in early childhood education, special education and MāoriRead More…

Pedagogical documentation is a process of making learning visible to support and inform curriculum planning. It involves collecting data about children’s interests and current knowledge, and reflecting on the data in order to plan, implement, assess and progress learning.  Data collection can be done with different tools, such as notes, videos, recordings, portfolios and forms.Read More…

Teacher wellbeing is the state of feeling good and functioning well as an educator and is important not only for teachers themselves, but also for their students, colleagues, schools and communities. It involves having positive emotions, meaningful relationships, a sense of purpose and a balance between work and leisure. Teacher wellbeing also includes taking careRead More…

The journey of a person through the lifespan is an intricate tapestry of experiences, challenges and growth, which I see as a continuous process marked by the evolution of intellectual change, the development of wisdom and the inescapable march of the change and growth process itself. These key ideas are deeply intertwined and reflect myRead More…