Tuesday 26 May 2015

Wednesday 27 May 2015

Could 2018 see computer-based exams?
As a new school term gets underway, how much is your child preparing for this brave new world: with pencil and pen, or keyboard?

It's time for a pay rise, say teachers
Stuff.co.nz
Many teachers were stressed trying to keep on top of things at home and the increasing workload and expectations in the classroom. "A lot of activities happen in your own time but I do it because I'm passionate and because it makes a difference to the ...

PPTA asks for 5 percent pay rise 
The secondary teachers' union is seeking a five percent pay rise it says is needed to catch up with inflation.

Schools agree to collect and share data on bullying
The Human Rights Commissioner says getting school principals to agree to collecting and sharing data on bullying is a breakthrough. The Bullying Prevention Advisory Group has agreed to the idea which is part of its revised guidelines for schools just issued. David Rutherford discusses how data collecting and sharing might work.

University dangles free flights
Stuff.co.nz
The University of Canterbury is offering incentives including free flights for studentsto boost its numbers after the region's earthquakes. Student numbers dropped to a five-year low in 2014 - falling 21 per cent from 18,783 registered students in ...

School turn around amazing, claims ERO
Walking into Te Kura o Waitahanui school the entire atmosphere of the school has changed.

Passion for science rewarded with grant
Sparking a passion for science at primary school can be difficult due to limited funding and resources, but one Taupo primary school has received a grant which has sent their passion propelling forward.

School children revive Samoan language
Children in South Auckland are braving the winter weather in traditional Samoan attire this week to celebrate Samoan language week.

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