URL: Young people approve programme funding
Paula Bennett | Social Development
Social Development Minister Paula Bennett is delighted young people have given the go-ahead for 49 youth programmes around the country. “I decided young people themselves should consider applications for programmes aimed at their peers and recommend which should receive funding.” “The panels of young people have made really good decisions to support initiatives to develop leadership skills and community engagement.”...
Friday, February 1, 2013
Minister gives update on Novopay
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Steven Joyce | Education
Minister with responsibility for Novopay Steven Joyce today provided an update on Novopay and announced measures to address the situation. “Novopay is one of the largest payroll systems in Australasia covering approximately 110,000 people and 15 separate collective agreements. After meeting with the key parties involved over the past week, it is clear the issues it has are complex, that there is no quick fix, and problems will continue for some time,” Mr Joyce says...
Steven Joyce | Education
Minister with responsibility for Novopay Steven Joyce today provided an update on Novopay and announced measures to address the situation. “Novopay is one of the largest payroll systems in Australasia covering approximately 110,000 people and 15 separate collective agreements. After meeting with the key parties involved over the past week, it is clear the issues it has are complex, that there is no quick fix, and problems will continue for some time,” Mr Joyce says...
Minister celebrates with Porirua Pasifika community to raise Pasifika achievement
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Hekia Parata | Education
The Government’s Pasifika Education Plan 2013-2017 has been received by the Porirua Pasifika community as the Government continues its focus on raising achievement for five-out-of-five kids. Education and Pacific Island Affairs Minister Hekia Parata says the Planaims to have Pasifika kids participating, engaging, achieving and succeeding in education. “We know that education is a passport to a better life. That’s why the Government is focused on raising achievement for all our kids.” says Ms Parata...
Hekia Parata | Education
The Government’s Pasifika Education Plan 2013-2017 has been received by the Porirua Pasifika community as the Government continues its focus on raising achievement for five-out-of-five kids. Education and Pacific Island Affairs Minister Hekia Parata says the Planaims to have Pasifika kids participating, engaging, achieving and succeeding in education. “We know that education is a passport to a better life. That’s why the Government is focused on raising achievement for all our kids.” says Ms Parata...
Outgoing Chief families Commissioner thanked
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Paula Bennett | Housing
Social Development Minister Paula Bennett has acknowledged Carl Davidson’s contribution to families as Chief Families Commissioner. Carl Davidson steps down from the position he has held since August 2010 to focus on his own family and work in Christchurch. Mrs Bennett says Carl Davidson has done an outstanding job as Chief Families Commissioner, bringing a level of professionalism to the organisation and elevating its role publicly.
“I thank him for his valuable contribution and wish him well in the future.”...
Paula Bennett | Housing
Social Development Minister Paula Bennett has acknowledged Carl Davidson’s contribution to families as Chief Families Commissioner. Carl Davidson steps down from the position he has held since August 2010 to focus on his own family and work in Christchurch. Mrs Bennett says Carl Davidson has done an outstanding job as Chief Families Commissioner, bringing a level of professionalism to the organisation and elevating its role publicly.
“I thank him for his valuable contribution and wish him well in the future.”...
Ministry stalls on school report - Stuff.co.nz
URL: Ministry stalls on school report
Stuff.co.nz
The Ministry of Education warned Christchurch principals about an impending Official Information Act release, before delaying the release at the eleventh hour. The delay comes just a month after an investigation by the Ombudsman that found the ministry ...
Stuff.co.nz
The Ministry of Education warned Christchurch principals about an impending Official Information Act release, before delaying the release at the eleventh hour. The delay comes just a month after an investigation by the Ombudsman that found the ministry ...
Fears truancy will reach record highs - Stuff.co.nz
 Stuff.co.nz | URL: Fears truancy will reach record highs Stuff.co.nz But Faavae and Otara Boards Forum chief executive Bill Takerei said the new service will have dire effects on students not only in South Auckland, but nationwide. And they are ''baffled'' as to why the forum missed out on the new contract, especially ... |
'Powerless' to stop bullies - Stuff.co.nz
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Stuff.co.nz
According to television reports, a survey of about 2000 high school students has found adult intervention can be counterproductive. Jess Wilson, who commented on the Herald's Facebook page, agreed. She was 19 when she started getting threats via emails.
Stuff.co.nz
According to television reports, a survey of about 2000 high school students has found adult intervention can be counterproductive. Jess Wilson, who commented on the Herald's Facebook page, agreed. She was 19 when she started getting threats via emails.
Parents Pick Up Tab For Govt Underfunding - Scoop.co.nz (press release)
 Scoop.co.nz (press release) | URL: Parents Pick Up Tab For Govt Underfunding Scoop.co.nz (press release) “National has no problem finding extra money in their Budget to bail out private schools, and they're willing to splash the cash around setting up new Charter Schools, but they're not willing to fund our public schools adequately. That says everything ... |
Novopay information release
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Due to the high level of public interest in Novopay the Ministry has published a comprehensive set of Novopay related information.
Due to the high level of public interest in Novopay the Ministry has published a comprehensive set of Novopay related information.
Novopay boss flies in ahead of announcement - New Zealand Herald
 3News NZ | URL: Novopay boss flies in ahead of announcement New Zealand Herald Talent2's former physical education teacher turned chief executive John Rawlinson has been in New Zealand this week for meetings with the Ministry of Education, ahead of today's announcement from Steven Joyce. Mr Joyce's office confirmed the minister ... |
Novopay: Teachers owed $12m
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The Ministry of Education still owes teachers and school support staff nearly $12 million in non-payments or underpayments due to the flawed Novopay pay roll system, according to information revealed under the Official Information...
The Ministry of Education still owes teachers and school support staff nearly $12 million in non-payments or underpayments due to the flawed Novopay pay roll system, according to information revealed under the Official Information...
Novopay system could be scrapped if it can't be fixed
URL: Novopay system could be scrapped if it can't be fixed
The Government has warned it could still scrap the Novopay payroll system and has revealed that its back-up plan could include working with the previous payroll provider.Minister in charge of Novopay Steven Joyce today announced...
The Government has warned it could still scrap the Novopay payroll system and has revealed that its back-up plan could include working with the previous payroll provider.Minister in charge of Novopay Steven Joyce today announced...
Whole school mucks in at Zoo - Voxy
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Voxy
As a Learning Experiences Outside the Classroom (LEOTC) provider, our programme is fully supported by the Ministry of Education. We are very excited to start our teaching year with a committed group focusing on making a difference" concludes Carole.
Voxy
As a Learning Experiences Outside the Classroom (LEOTC) provider, our programme is fully supported by the Ministry of Education. We are very excited to start our teaching year with a committed group focusing on making a difference" concludes Carole.
New principal wants relationship with community - Stuff.co.nz
 Stuff.co.nz | URL: New principal wants relationship with community Stuff.co.nz After learning the ropes in the classroom she moved into middle management at Freyberg High School, Palmerston North, and then spent 10 years as deputy principal at Palmerston North Girls' School, with 18 months as acting principal. Mrs Gordon is an ... |
Follow a Mars Mission
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Kiwi school kids have a rare opportunity to follow a mock Mars mission at the Mars desert research station in the Utah desert for the next two weeks.
Kiwi school kids have a rare opportunity to follow a mock Mars mission at the Mars desert research station in the Utah desert for the next two weeks.
Apple for the teacher, thanks to her pupils | Otago Daily Times ...
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A Dunedin secondary school teacher is crediting her pupils for an international award she won this week. ... Sold Ritalin to help students with study · University buildings vulnerable in a quake · Ellis Park plans an 'abomination ...
A Dunedin secondary school teacher is crediting her pupils for an international award she won this week. ... Sold Ritalin to help students with study · University buildings vulnerable in a quake · Ellis Park plans an 'abomination ...
Teacher's classy example - Auckland stuff.co.nz
 Auckland stuff.co.nz | URL: Teacher's classy example Auckland stuff.co.nz Before attending teacher's college Miss Ikinofo completed three years study in psychology and sociology at the University of Auckland. She also worked on a telephone helpline for children aged five to 18, where she discovered a passion for working with ... |
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