When the Aldred family decided to emigrate from the UK to Hamilton they searched the internet for a school which was in an area in which they desired to live and was the type of school which would suit their children. Emma talks to Sharon Quinn about her experience finding Tauwhare School via the internet and why our website was a major factor in choosing the school for her family.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 17 June 2009 07:20
Website Case Study
Written by Sharon Quinn
Thursday, 21 May 2009 21:41
Tauwhare School are undertaking a casestudy for the Ministry of Education detailing the journey and process followed in developing the school website. Student voice and parent voice videos will be uploaded shortly.
On this video clip Suri-Lee Dowd will talk you through the website as she was very excited about it when she realised how much information there was to be found, including dates, photos, events and children's work.
Last Updated on Thursday, 28 May 2009 22:02
Relating to Others
Written by Sharon Quinn
Thursday, 21 May 2009 21:18
The Key Competency 'Relating to Others'
This competency refers to the interactions between a diverse range of people in different settings. There is a strong focus on active listening, recognising others' points of view and also negotiating and sharing ideas. It is said that students who relate well to others will be open to new learning, will be aware of how their words and actions can impact others and are aware of when to compete and when to co-operate. Through relating well to others, new approaches, ideas and ways of thinking can be achieved.
Room 1 looked at the Key competency 'Relating to Others' to understand what they needed to do in order to relate well to others at school and in the wider community.
They discussed the wording of the competency and for homework came up with their own ideas as to aspects which were important enough to be included in the class rubric, which is as follows:
Managing Self This competency is associated with self-motivation, a "can-do" attitude, and with students seeing themselves as capable learners. It is integral to self-assessment Students who manage themselves are enterprising, resourceful, reliable and resilient. They establish personal goals, make plans, manage projects, and set high standards. They have strategies for meeting challenges. They know when to lead, when to follow, and when and how to act independently.
NZ Curriculum