28 June 2021

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Happy Week 9 – the end is in sight!

Just a reminder that if you have anything that you would like to share in this newsletter to send it through to me.

Nga Mihi

Chrissy Wakeman
Orini Combined School

A message from Marcus

Kia ora Koutou

Thank you to all those who supported Sport Waikato/WPA Partnership Day ‘Beyond Sport’. We had 160 people attend which is getting close to a record for a WPA event. I would like to acknowledge the great work the Sport Waikato team did to put together such a varied and engaging programme. Dr Lucy Hone is definitely someone I would like to hear speak again. I thought Kirsten Petrie and the other guy were good too! Our next event is on the 2nd of September with Shay Wright.

I am sure you have all read the Pūaotanga document released last week. I think it is a succinct summary of the main issues and challenges facing the education sector at the moment. The recommendations and staged approaches to address the issues also make interesting reading but I think we need to see it for what it is; an unrealistic wish list. I am not saying I disagree with the findings; they are a great summary of what is needed. But I feel this document has created false expectations of what we can achieve through our ‘Collective Agreement’ negotiations and what the government is going to pay for. The cost of implementing half the stage 1 recommendation is prohibitive, keep in mind there was no extra funding in this year’s budget for education. Does that give an indication of the government’s view of Pūaotanga? These views are mine alone and not representative of WPA’s position relating to Pūaotanga.

Congratulations to Leslie Lomas who was elected as our interim President. Leslie will be a fantastic leader of our association and I wish her all the best for her time in the role.

Just a reminder this is your Mailout. If there is anything you would like to share, e.g. readings, links to interesting websites etc. please feel free to send them through to Chrissy so we can add them.

Have an awesome weekend.

Marcus Freke
(outgoing President)

WPA Dates

A notice from the Waikato AP/DP Association

We are excited to bring you our Waikato AP/DP Connections Day.

This event focuses on delving into ways of improving your wellbeing, managing stress and finding better balance in your life.

It is being held at the Boatshed Cafe out at Karapiro 9am - 3pm (you are welcome to stay on after the event and enjoy a drink with your colleagues if you would like).

There will be a guest speaker, spot prizes and the best company in the Waikato ;)

We only have 100 spots available so you will need to get in quick.

The cost will be around $120 - $150 depending on numbers.

Please note: Due to planning and budget constraints this is likely to be non-refundable. If you sign up and then can't make it (unless you can find someone to fill your spot) your school will be invoiced.

See the attached flier for more details and for the registration link.

We hope to see you there.

Waikato AP/DP Committee Members

Ngaa Mihi Nui
Nikki Willis

WPA Otago Study Tour

We have an excellent programme confirmed for this Study Tour – take a look!

Registrations are now open via the WPA website.

U1 + 2 Road trip Scholarship Application

Please get your applications in, these will be closing on Friday 2nd July (Week 9) – The Exec will meet in Week 10 and we will notify the successful applicants.

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