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Will's Word: Time to rethink NCEA for Pacific success?

With high stress and low pass rates for Pacific students, it's time to rethink how we assess NCEA says Pacific Mornings Host William Terite

William TeriteTue, 05 Nov

Education

'A lot of pressure on young people'

New data shows that more than 80,000 children were chronically absent in term two this year, with Pacific and Māori students showing higher rates than their classmates.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 30 Oct

Opinion

Latest education policies could penalise not empower

Pacific Mornings' host William Terite says it's important the govt 'strikes a balance' between cracking down on truants and still ensuring schools are supportive places.

William TeriteFri, 27 Sep

Education

PM encouraged to shut down charter schools following damning report

The Public Service Association has warned Prime Minister Luxon to reign in ACT leader David Seymour following a select committee report showing that charter schools will likely breach international labour laws and free trade agreements.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 06 Sep

Education

Character school process is 'near-impossible' - principal

Falefatu Enari, of the Pacific Advance Secondary School, is arguing for charter schools, saying character schools aren't much of a substitute if they are near-impossible to ascertain.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 04 Sep

Education

Ōtara school principal says wider issues must be addressed before blaming teachers

Flat Bush Primary School principal Banapa Avatea says charter schools are unlikely to uplift Pacific and Māori achievement rates, especially in regards to recent news of low NCEA pass rates.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 03 Sep

Education

'We need change': Charter schools can help struggling Pasifika and Māori

Following shocking NCEA pass rates for Pacific and Māori students, Alwyn Poole is pushing for a much needed shake-up on education.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 29 Aug

Education

Teachers target Pacific student failure rates

The New Zealand Post Primary Teachers' Association, Te Wehengarua, says character schools provide legal protections and positive outcomes for students unlike the charter schools.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 20 Aug

Education

Pacific children among highest hospital admissions for dog attacks

New data shows Pacific and Māori children are at higher risk of dog attacks, prompting calls for increased awareness, responsible ownership, and education.

Khalia StrongFri, 09 Aug

Opinion

Will's Word: Does the govt's new maths announcement add up

Pacific Mornings host William Terite explains why revitalising our maths education is a good move by the government.

William TeriteFri, 09 Aug

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