Pay settlement is great news for parents

Pay settlement is great news for parents
Anne Tolley | Education
Education Minister Anne Tolley has welcomed the decision by primary school principals and teachers to accept new pay settlements. “I commend the teachers and principals for recognising that these are fair offers in the current economic climate,” says Mrs Tolley. “I also want to acknowledge the rational and reasonable approach of their union negotiators, alongside the efforts of the Ministry of Education. “This gives peace of mind for parents and students, as schools can continue to focus on lifting achievement...

Industry training sector’s educational performance released

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Steven Joyce | Tertiary Education
The Minister for Tertiary Education, Steven Joyce, today welcomed the release of educational performance information for Industry Training Organisations. “The release of information about ITOs provides a good summary of how they are performing, both for their industries, and for the country as a whole. It also provides an incentive for ITOs to improve their performance over time,” says Mr Joyce...

Schools slate deadline - New Zealand Herald

New Zealand Herald

URL: Schools slate deadline New Zealand Herald A survey has found most schools are unlikely to meet deadlines for sending in National Standards-based information on student achievement next year. ...

Key Notes, 16 December 2010 - Scoop.co.nz (press release)

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Scoop.co.nz (press release)
I've spoken to lots of parents recently about National Standards, and it's great to hear how happy they are with the plain-language National Standards ...

Report suggests changes for deaf education - Radio New Zealand

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Radio New Zealand
A report for the Ministry of Education has recommended major changes to the education of deaf children. The report says most of the nearly 3000 deaf ...

http://www.radionz.co.nz/audio/national/ckpt/2010/12/16/deaf_community_welcomes_education_review

Out now: the second Early Childhood Folio for 2010

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The latest issue of Early Childhood Folio for 2010 contains a range of articles exploring early childhood education practice, pedagogy and curriculum. Grounded in sociocultural theory, the articles are intended to inform, inspire and challenge. It’s a must-read for early childhood practitioners, researchers and policy makers.

Robertson: Joyce Needs To Explain Fewer University Places - Voxy

Voxy	URL: Robertson: Joyce Needs To Explain Fewer University Places Voxy Tertiary Education Minister Steven Joyce needs to explain why his policies are delivering fewer university places for first year students next year, ...

Industry training sector's educational performance released - Scoop.co.nz (press release)

Voxy	URL: Industry training sector's educational performance released Scoop.co.nz (press release) The Minister for Tertiary Education, Steven Joyce, today welcomed the release of educational performance information for Industry Training Organisations. ...

Teachers reach pay settlement

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Primary school teachers and principals have voted in favour of a 2.75 percent pay rise.

UCOL Secures Funding for 2011 and 2012

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UCOL has had its funding for 2011 and 2012 confirmed by the Tertiary Education Commission and its Council has set five new goals, going into the next decade. Chief Executive Paul McElroy said he was very pleased that funding has been resolved for two years ...

Hamilton student bashed at school award ceremony - Stuff.co.nz

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Stuff.co.nz
"Just like any other school we have aspects of bullying and students who assault each other, but numbers have decreased considerably in the last two years. ...

Staffing cut as group launches fund - Marlborough Express

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Marlborough Express
The foundation, a registered charitable trust, was set up by a group of former pupils and parents to support the college's academic, cultural and sporting ...

Science teacher's formula for success - Auckland stuff.co.nz

Auckland stuff.co.nz

Science teacher's formula for success Auckland stuff.co.nz Getting students to think outside the square has earned a secondary teacher high praise. Howick College science teacher Steve Martin is the proud recipient ...

One in 10 Wellington youths self harm - New Zealand Herald

3News NZ

URL: One in 10 Wellington youths self harm New Zealand Herald Jessica Garisch studied deliberate self-harm behaviours by surveying more that 2000 students aged 16-19 as part of her psychology research. ...

Students' drink drive warning - The Bay of Plenty Times

The Bay of Plenty Times

URL: Students' drink drive warning The Bay of Plenty Times "No more white crosses" is the message Western Bay of Plenty and Tauranga Students Against Drink Driving (SADD) are wanting to highlight over today and ...

First enrolments for new Maori school - Manawatu Standard

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Manawatu Standard
The newly elected school board must still appoint a principal. The Ministry of Education confirmed Tu Toa had a roll of 23 pupils this year. ...

High St School to close in February - Otago Daily Times

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Otago Daily Times
The Ministry of Education has given permission for Dunedin's High Street School to close permanently, early next year. The board of trustees at the school ...

Outdoor programme builds confidence in young people

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Being sure of yourself as a young person can do wonders for the type of character you will turn out to be.That is one of many important messages the Foundation for Youth Development charity is trying to get across to all young...

Kiwis' teething troubles getting better

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Even on the nights when Angela Andre is very tired, the threat of the dentist's drill ensures the eight-year-old always brushes her teeth.