Tātai Aho Rau Core Education

Join Jamie Taylor in an insightful kōrero with Julia Wikeepa, CEO of Hā Habit and Hauora educator, as they delve into the essence of hauora | wellbeing, with a special focus on harnessing the power of hā | breath for mindfulness. Discover Julia's personal journey from struggles with low mood, anxiety, to finding solace and growth through mindfulness practices. Hear how her experiences, including h...

Join Karl Summerfield and guest Lex Davis, Deputy Principal at Ormiston Senior College, as they explore the world of teaching in Aotearoa. Lex shares insights on the power of authenticity in the workplace, explaining how being your true self as a tumuaki or kaiako can lead to meaningful connections, even if it means embracing vulnerability. Discover how authenticity paves a way for success as a ka...

In this episode, Maraea and Janelle discuss the impact of language, culture, and identity on Māori athletes' success from grassroots to international success. They unpack the power of connecting tamariki with their cultural heritage through reo Māori, leading to enhanced academic achievements. Janelle shouts the praises of the next generation, together shaping a future workforce that aligns with t...

Enjoy this insightful podcast with Kathe Tawhiwhirangi and Derek Wenmoth, the visionary founder of FutureMakers and principal consultant at Tātai Aho Rau Core Education. In this podcast, Derek and Kathe unpack the shift towards prioritising learners in educational practices, celebrating the uniqueness of every ākonga. Discover Derek's perspective on education as a fundamental right for all and its...

Join Dr. Hana O'Regan and Leah Te Whata in our podcast as they kōrero on how to live out the Treaty of Waitangi in your day-to-day life. Enjoy our te reo Māori kōrero.

Join Dr. Hana O'Regan and Leah Te Whata in our podcast as they give practical advice on live out the Treaty of Waitangi in your day-to-day life. Discover the significance of this practice and gain invaluable insights through their three-step approach: - Develop a mindset. - Design an equitable plan. - Take action. Tune in for practical and inspirational guidance on how to make Te Tiriti o Waitangi...

Kipa Munro from Ngāti Rehia answers questions from schools in Te Reo Māori.

Kipa Munro from Ngāti Rehia answers questions from schools in Te Reo Māori.

The following questions are answered by archaeologist Andrew Blanshard in this LEARNZ web conference about archaeology and heritage conservation in Aotearoa New Zealand. 1. How did archaeologists know where to start looking for the pieces of history in the first place? 2. What kind of tools do archaeologist use? What is the purpose of the red and white ruler in the picture? 3. When did the archaeo...

The following questions from schools are answered by museum curator Kate Martin about first contact between Captain Cook and Māori in Te Pēwhairangi Bay of Islands: 1. How long did the Endeavour stay in the Bay of Islands? 2. Why did the Crew of the Endeavour shoot at the locals? How did they feel about that? 3. Did Captain Cook gain trust of the locals? How did he do that? 4. Were there things gi...

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Enjoy our latest kōrero with Dr. Jeanne Teisina and Tinā Ruta McKenzie as they explore the 'api lens in Tongan culture. Learn about how education can capture the essence of being Tongan, cultivating a sense of profound cultural identity in children. Dr. Jeanne advocates for curriculum alignment with Pacific heritage, empowering the younger generation to celebrate their roots and lead from a place...

Join Kathe Tawhiwhirangi as she has a kōrero with Derek Wenmoth, the founder of FutureMakers and principal consultant at Tātai Aho Rau Core Education. Derek and Kathe explore many topics in this podcast, such as the important, positive and recent shift of putting learners at the centre of our educational practices, as well as a growing understanding of the uniqueness of each individual ākonga. Der...

Join Tutuila Lio Va’auli, Pacific Strategic Lead at Tātai Aho Rau, and Penina Ifopo, director of Falelalaga Cultural and Education Centre, as they talanoa about the Falelalanga kaupapa of connecting spiritually, holistically, and educationally to Samoan culture through weaving. Tutuila and Penina explore a wide range of topics within this podcast, such as Penina’s richness of experiences from her...

In this episode, Arohanui Allen and Rawiri Toia unpack the redesign of the national curriculum, introducing the four pou. Explore important questions such as: How do the levers support our mokopuna? How can kaiako become effective models of learning? How can kaiako embrace Mātauranga Māori and effectively teach Māori histories? Learn about the redesign process, the incorporation of the four pou, a...

In this episode, Kath, Anne and Rochelle invite you into their world of practical wellbeing, where strategies such as creativity, personal reflections, and team bonding, support great personal and professional wellbeing practices. Discover Kath and Anne’s favourite strategies for feeling good and functioning well, both individually and within the workplace. From creating impactful change as a team...

Join Gareth, Maraea, and Pania in a compelling dialogue as they explore sources of strength and resilience. In this insightful podcast, Pania Newton unpacks the profound impact of her experiences on shaping her identity and purpose. Emphasising the importance of embracing and learning from Aotearoa histories, Pania shares how this awareness has shaped her commitment to advocating for Māori rights...

Ella Sargison from Inside Out shares a kōrero with Rebbecca Sweeney, discussing schools embracing the rainbow community. Where do schools start? And how to continue to nurture and support wellbeing practices for the rainbow and Takatāpui communities. Acknowledging bullying does happen across Aotearoa, towards the rainbow communities and that we need to address it in our setting and where we can, s...

In this podcast episode, Vui Suli reflects on his uLearn23 session with Lena Tuiloma. Together, they delve into the importance of serving as a positive role model, and the power of vulnerability when nurturing the well-being and growth of youth and whanau. Vui also discusses his involvement in Moana Vā and its transformative impact on communities providing support to Pacific families and youth. Th...

Join Arohanui Allen and Dalia Malaeulu as they explore the pressing need for resources and support in culturally responsive education, shining a light on the impact of relying on assessments for the well-being of our Maori and Pacific students. Additionally, we unpack the world of Mila's Books, with Dalia the founder and creator of Mila’s books, creating books by Pasifika for Pasifika - discussing...

In this podcast, Te Mako Orzecki is joined by Julie McMahon and Owen Brasier of GROK Academy to kōrero about teaching cyber skills and cyber security to ākonga. Julie and Owen discuss the most effective strategies for communicating cyber security to ākonga, the activities GROK are doing to engage students in te reo Māori, and how to make cyber security fun.

In this episode, Dave Letele and Hana O'Regan share their experiences and highlight the pressing need for transformation in their communities. Our hosts delve deep into the harsh realities of the inequities in Aotearoa, and why there is such a need to be aware and find a way to support students. Letele poses the question, "When you lack money and support, what choices remain?". Join us to hear thi...

Stacey Morrison and Dr. Hana O'Regan kōrero at uLearn23 about their language journey and how they nurture te reo Māori use in their home, whanau and community.

The following questions are answered: 1. How do you stop it from smelling when you are working at the landfill? 2. What is your plan or goal for powering electric vehicles using the energy from the landfill? 3. Does the heat pumped into the greenhouses retain any toxic compounds, and if so, are these intercepted by the eggplants? 4. Since the battery supply in electric vehicles are limited, do you...

The following questions are answered about landfills and waste: 1. Who came up with the idea of gas pipes in the ground? Has anyone else done this? 2. Who came up with the idea to collect all the gases and turn it into energy to charge the generators? 3. How much energy can the landfill make? 4. Why do you need to turn the gases into power? 5. How much energy does methane produce? 6. Do you use th...