From Shakespeare to Bluey to... The Code?
Welcome to this week's wrap of all things education, parenting, and the little (and big) changes happening in our kids' world.
NZ News
Shakespeare in schools: Still relevant, or time for a rethink?
If a proposed curriculum change goes through, Shakespeare is set to become compulsory in Years 12 and 13. I'm pro-Shakespeare (you know, in general), but is this the best use of a compulsory slot?
>> Read on RNZ
Is Māori knowledge becoming even more marginalised?
This powerful opinion piece argues that some of the latest curriculum changes may be quietly pushing Māori knowledge to the margins. A must-read.
>> Read on E-Tangata
One year on from the school phone ban
Researchers check in with teens one year after the nationwide school phone ban was introduced. Has it changed anything?
>> Read on School News
What teens want in a teacher
1,000 13-year-olds across NZ shared what makes a great teacher as part of the 'Our Voices' project by the University of Auckland's Faculty of Arts and Education.
>> Read on the University of Auckland
Union calls for $2.5 billion support package
The country’s largest teacher union is pushing for a $2.5 billion boost to support tamariki with disabilities — starting with a teacher aide in every classroom.
>> Read on RNZ
The latest proposed education act changes, at a glance
The NZ Government has introduced the Education and Training Amendment Bill (No2) to Parliament, outlining further proposed changes to the education act. This press release includes a fair bit of political speak, but if you can set that aside, it gives a good overview of what’s included in the bill.
>> Read on the Beehive
From the wider world
The brilliance of Bluey
It’s pretty rare for me to get through a Bluey episode without laughing or crying. So you bet I watched this 15-minute TED Talk by law and psychology student Sarina Petersen. It’s very saccharine, but I’m here for it.
>> Watch on TED
What I've been writing
What in the world is The Code?
I dive into the latest buzzword my child is bringing home from school – not to be confused with computer coding!
>> Read on Keep Up With The Kids
Haiku happiness
I'm back to writing haiku and sharing on Instagram. If you're time poor, crafting a quick haiku is such a nice way to file away memories.
>> Follow along on Instagram
