Face-to-face events

Join your local Regional Education Centre for professional learning and development activities. These can range from visiting key cultural Māori sites and learning about their significance through to gaining a better understanding of areas related to your practice.

Te Rito Maioha is an accredited MOE provider of Strengthening Early Learning Opportunities (SELO) contracts.


   

Transitions for Infants and Toddlers From home to ECE

This PLD will explain the importance of ensuring a successful transition for infants and toddlers from home to the ECe setting and useful strategies to support this transition - Wed 8 May 2024 6.30-7.30pm.

  

Working through Te Tiriti o Waitangi workshops - Series 1

This is a series of 2 workshops that celebrate what we already know about Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The 2 workshops will be held on: Tuesday 27th February 2024 6.00pm - 8.00pm Tuesday 12th March 2024 6.00pm - 7.00pm

  

Working through Te Tiriti o Waitangi workshops - Series 2

This is a series of 2 workshops that celebrate what we already know about Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The 2 workshops will be held on: Saturday 2 March 10am-12pm and Saturday 16 March 10am-11am

  

A diversity of digital smartness and young childrens uses of digital tech in EC settings

This PLD draws upon a small qualitative case study involving young children and their uses of digital technologies in one early childhood setting. Hamilton 2 December 2023 - 10am-11.30am.

  

Kirikiriroa 60th Anniversary Celebration

A chance to celebrate Te Rito Maioha’s 6oth Birthday with a presentation from Dr Lesley Rameka, drinks and nibbles and after hours entry to Wharanui Harikoa, Waikato Museum, exhibition. Thurs 7th December - 5.30-7.30pm.

  

Annual Wine and Cheese Research Symposium and 60th Celebration

It's our 60th birthday. Join us for our birthday celebration, read through our interesting history boards and listen to staff and students as they present their research. Wine, cheese, cake and korero! Wed 8 November 2023 from 6.30pm.

  

60th Celebration in Whanganui - Whakanui i te Tau Ono Tekau

It's our 60th birthday. Join us for our birthday celebration, read through our interesting history boards and listen to staff and students as they present their research. Wine, cheese, cake and korero! Saturday 25 November 2023 - 10am - 2pm

  

Te Whatu Pōkeka – Kaupapa Māori Assessment for learning

Te Whatu Pōkeka is a Kaupapa Māori Assessment of learning framework, that when implemented authentically and meaningfully, is an effective key tool in viewing tamariki learning through a Te Ao Māori and whakapapa lens. Tuesday 11 July 2023 6-8pm.

  

Characteristics of ngā kaitiaki - atua Māori that tamariki may also possess

This professional learning development (PLD) aims to engage kaiako in dialogue that explores the dispositions of ngā kaitiaki/atua Māori that can be identified within all tamariki. With a credit-based lens, kaiako will discuss pedagogical strategies

  

Wellness Day Ra Hauora

This day is to focus you on how you are feeling right now with your wellbeing and health and why/how we all need to look after ourselves. This day will give you some tools and support you to achieve a better work - life balance. Registrations closed

  

Positive Discipline Teachers teaching Teachers

This workshop will explore teachers’ beliefs, thoughts and feelings that impact upon how they support children’s social and emotional competence. This is a free PLD event Wednesday 17th May 2023, 7.00pm - 8.30pm.

  

What we see. What we think. What we do

Considering both a te ao Māori and te ao Pākehā lens, this workshop will delve into the interconnection between perceptions and expected behaviours and how these factors impact on the image of the child.

  

Māori language through Waiata - Zoom

Through a series of three workshops learn how kupu (words) in waiata can be used in sentences. Starting on Tuesday 14 March, via Zoom

  

Intentional Teaching – Myths, Realities and Opportunities

Come together to explore the concept of ‘intentional teaching’, breaking down some of the myths that exist by exploring the term, the practices it encompasses, and the opportunities it provides for teacher practice. Wednesday 17 July 24 6-8pm

  

Infants and Toddlers - growing potential

In this workshop we will explore why it is vital to provide responsive and nurturing experiences for infants and toddlers. Monday 3rd April starting at 7pm, Dunedin

  

Mentoring in bicultural contexts for early childhood and primary kaiako Whakatu

Examining the bicultural focus of Te Rito Maioha primary and early childhood teacher education programmes and exploring how liaison and associate teachers (and others in mentoring roles) can mentor within a bicultural kaupapa. Thurs 9 November 2023

  

Is it a Myth or is it a Legend? – Kāo! It is my whakapapa

Join Rahiri for this in-depth look into how tangata whenua, have been conditioned to constantly respond to Western terms framing our understanding of the world. Wednesday 29th November 6.30pm-7.30pm.

  

Infants and Toddlers - growing potential - Christchurch

In this workshop we will explore why it is vital to provide responsive and nurturing experiences for infants and toddlers. Wednesday 10 April 2024 6.30-8.30pm

  

Leading with Courage and Kindness - Christchurch

This is a series of 3 workshops that will introduce a range of leadership tools to support positional leaders in early childhood settings. Wednesday 15th May, 17th July, 11th Sept each session from 6.30-8.30pm.

  

Supporting Children's Transitions from Early Learning to Primary School - Live Webinar

The "Pathways to Success: Supporting Children's Transitions from Early Learning to Primary School | Te Ara Angitu" professional development session is a collaborative learning opportunity for both early childhood teachers and primary - Wed12/6/2024

  

Honouring Te Tiriti in our teaching practice

This wānanga will explore Te Tiriti o Waitangi in teaching practice from the lenses of both Treaty partners. Participants will whakaaro me kōrero and develop tools & strategies to strengthen their Tiriti based practice. Thur 6 June 2024 6-7pm.

  

Infants and Toddlers - growing potential - Christchurch - repeated

Due to high demand - we are repeating this workshop. In this workshop we will explore why it is vital to provide responsive and nurturing experiences for infants and toddlers. Wednesday 1 May 2024 6.30-8.30pm

  

Picking up the wero for inclusion

A speech language therapist and an early intervention teacher will be covering what their roles and responsibilities are out in the ECE sector. Sat 2 September 2023 9am-1pm.

  

Introduction to Kōwhiti Whakapae Early Learning Progress Tool

We would like to invite you to attend this free kanohi ki te kanohi workshop to explore Kōwhiti Whakapae, the Early Learning sector’s new progression tools. Saturday 18 May 2024 9am-midday

  

Mentoring in bicultural contexts for early childhood and primary kaiako

Examining the bicultural focus of Te Rito Maioha primary and early childhood teacher education programmes and exploring how liaison and associate teachers (and others in mentoring roles) can mentor within a bicultural kaupapa. Thurs 15 June 2023

  

Mentoring in bicultural contexts for early childhood and primary kaiako 2024

Examining the bicultural focus of Te Rito Maioha primary and early childhood teacher education programmes and exploring how liaison and associate teachers (and others in mentoring roles) can mentor within a bicultural kaupapa. Mon 6 May 2024 4-6.30p

  

Relational Leadership - Wellington

This workshop will draw on the notion ‘leadership is always relational, and relationships are the essence of leadership’ (Giles, 2019). Thur 9 May 2024 6-7pm

  

A celebration of the past, present and future - Whakanuia - ono tekau tau

“Kia whakatōmuri te haere mana: I walk backwards into the future with my eyes fixed on the past”. Celebration of the Past, Present and Future of our organisation. Saturday 28 October 2023

  

Storyteller I Kaipūrākau

The pedagogy of storytelling and intentional teaching of life lessons/ learnings found within traditional, multi-cultural stories. 6-7pm 30 November 2023.

  

Te Tiriti o Waitangi workshop

The workshop aims to improve participants' understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi by delving into the historical context and exploring the latest evidence regarding the interpretation of the text. Sunday 13 August 2023 9am-4pm

  

Māori language through Waiata - Rotorua

Through a series of three workshops learn how kupu (words) in waiata can be used in sentences. Starting on Tuesday 14 March, Rotorua

  

Critical reflections on Māori leadership - Recognising tangata whenuatanga in practice

This PLD event will explore how Māori leadership is viewed within traditional te ao Māori / Māori worldview and the disruptions caused and sustained by ongoing colonisation in Aotearoa. Saturday 13 May 9.30am to 2pm.

  

A Night Beneath the Stars - The Rise of Matariki

Matariki is the start of the Māori New Year, giving you a chance to remember the past, reflect on the present and plan for the future. Spend the night building new relationships, listening to pūrākau and making whetū to take back with you.

  

Storyteller - Kaipūrākau - Montessori focus

Two sessions are being held, one Montessori focussed and one Steiner focussed. Session 1 - 7 March 6-7pm (Montessori): Approaches to telling the stories of land and place. Telling our stories using the concepts of timeline. [email protected]

  

Storyteller - Kaipūrākau - Steiner focus

This PLD is over two sessions. Session 2 (21 March) has a Steiner focus. "The art of storytelling is an art in the true sense of the word and one of the most important arts in education." (Steiner).

  

Te Ao Māori skills and cultural identity for all | Pupuritia i tō tuakiritanga

In this workshop Rhandell and Madoka will be embracing the tikanga Maori principle of kanohi ki te kanohi, and will provide a culturally safe space for all participants regardless of each one’s cultural knowledge and skills. 6-8pm 28 November 2023.

  

Supporting Children's Transitions from Early Learning to Primary School

The "Pathways to Success: Supporting Children's Transitions from Early Learning to Primary School | Te Ara Angitu" professional development session is a collaborative learning opportunity for both early childhood teachers and primary - Thur 22/6/2023

  

Leading with Courage and Kindness

This is a series of 3 workshops that will introduce a range of leadership tools to support positional leaders in early childhood settings.

  

Knowing oneself - intentional teach practices

In this workshop, we will look at knowing oneself - intentional Teaching practices, from your lens as a kaiako in connection to build genuine engagement with tamariki and whanau. We will reflect on the statement 'If you want to know me, you first h

  

Part 3/3 'Pacific values, ways of being and doing'

Learn Pacific ways of knowing and being through storytelling based on the metaphor of Tivaevae.

  

Part 2/3 'Pacific values, ways of being and doing'

Gain insight into key Pacific values and how to support and implement pacific values working In an ECE service.

  

Part 1/3 'Pacific values, ways of being and doing'

Strategies to implement to support establishing and sustaining responsive and reciprocal relationships with Pacific children and families/fanau.

  

Sustainable Practices in Early Learning Services - Christchurch

This workshop will unpack what sustainability is and what it might look like in an ECE setting. There will opportunities for discussion, sharing of experiences and practical ideas that you can implement. 8 October, 10am-12noon, Christchurch

  

Weaving curriculum to widen the lens of kaiako - Palmerston North

Build on your cultural perspectives and understanding in 3 workshops: Learn about Tivaevae, the practice of group quilting, consider wellbeing through a kaupapa Māori lens and explore felt making. Saturday 24 September, 9am-1pm, Palmerston North

  

Weaving te ao Māori into your curriculum - Whangārei

Through shared activities and a choice of workshops, you will learn more about our local history and create resources supporting you incorporate a bicultural lens to your planning and curriculum. Wednesday 19 October, 9am-3pm, Whangārei

  

Learning through play: experiences from India - Dunedin

Is the concept of play in early childhood settings universal? Join Shelley Auld as she shares her experiences of introducing play in an early childhood setting in Delhi. Wednesday 21 September, 7-8pm, Dunedin

  

The impact of emotions in ECE - Live webinar

In this live webinar you will explore and reflect on the place of emotions in early childhood, and how they impact our work | mahi. Tuesday 13 September, 7pm-8.30pm via Zoom.

  

Developing a Pedagogy of Kindness - Live webinar

This live webinar will support you in developing an intentional approach to kindness that sustains relationships and friendships, and supports resilience and life-long learning for tamariki. Wednesday 7 September, 7pm -9pm via Zoom.

  

Appraising your practice from a strength-based approach

This workshop focuses on Appreciative Appraisal. A step-by-step strength-based appraisal process will be presented, enabling you to develop a process that identifies strengths and their application. Wednesday 3 August, 5.30-7.00pm, Wellington.

  

2023 Appraising your practice from a strength-based approach

This PLD presents an approach to appraisal which can be used from an individual or a centre-based perspective. The workshop focuses specifically on Appreciative Appraisal as a means of identifying strength Wednesday 30 August, 5.30-7.00pm, Wgtn

  

The S in STEM: Science in Early Childhood

Join Raewyn Higginson in this live webinar to unpack areas of science including biology, chemistry and physics, and the importance of providing these experiences for tamariki in early childhood education. Thursday 2 June, 7pm - 8pm via Zoom.

  

Weaving Ngāti Kuia approaches into your programme

Learn about whakapapa and pūrākau (stories) relevant to Ngāti Kuia and be able to retell and re-enact these stories with tamariki in your service. Saturday 9 July, 10am-11.30am, Nelson.

  

Weaving Ngāti Kuia purakau-narratives into your programme

Learn about whakapapa and pūrākau (stories) relevant to Ngāti Kuia and be able to retell and re-enact these stories with tamariki in your service. Saturday 16 March 2024.

  

Teacher Talk™: Encouraging Language Development in Early Childhood

Explore how to use play and daily routines to create enriched, interactive language-learning environments.