Whāia te Ara Tika – Know better, do better
This two-term course offers a structured, culturally responsive approach to professional growth. Grounded in the Niho Taniwha framework (Dr Melanie Riwai-Couch), it equips educators to align with the 2026 Teaching Standards, honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and improve outcomes for all learners.
You’ll gain:
- Tools to connect research with everyday teaching and leadership
- Deeper knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, cultural responsiveness, and curriculum expertise
- Evidence-informed strategies for inclusive pedagogy and assessment for learning
- Strengthened collaboration, feedback, and professional growth cycles
- A clear, culturally grounded pathway to “know better, do better”
Who it’s for:
Educators and leaders committed to turning evidence into action, leading with integrity, and embedding cultural integrity in their practice.
2026 dates
- Online launch: 11 March 2026, 3:30–4:30pm. A link will be sent to you a week before.
- Online workshop: 18 March 2026, 9:30am-3:30pm
- Online workshop: 25 March 2026, 9:30am-3:30pm
- Online checkpoint: 6 May 2026, 3:30–5:30pm
- Online growth presentation: 27 May 2026, 3:30–5:30pm
Investment
$1,350 + GST per person
15% discount for groups of 3+ from the same school or kura
