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  • to vote on the proposed claim for the renewal of the collective agreement,
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Tai Tokerau PRT Seminar

Thanks to the ten or so PRT's that came to our seminar during the holidays.  Most have not secured jobs yet however they are keen on relieving.  It was great to network with new teachers.  Thanks must also go to Angela Perrin for her sharing of PRT experiences with the group.  It was great to have a folder for the group to view & Angela's up-to-date insight provided a wealth of information.  I also appreciated receiving a birthday cake on the day.  Thanks Jane Marti.  I am looking…

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Posted by Joanne Christie Collyer on February 17, 2012 at 22:51

Whangarei Branch Awards Night

A great night was had by all.  17 PRT's received their Welcome to the Union certificate and one retiree was given a gift vouchure thanking them for their service to education.

Posted by Joanne Christie Collyer on December 1, 2011 at 19:56

education forum

Otago Branch held an education forum in Dunedin and we attracted about 60 people.  We were thrilled with the outcome and the lively debate during our open session of questions.  I think some MPs were surprised at the negative response to National Standards by teachers.  Attending the forum were 2 Labour, 2 National, 2 Mana and 2 Greens, we were pleased with the response.  

My Year 3 class are working on the elections in our class, amazing when you use the staff at school and split…

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Posted by jan Lee on November 1, 2011 at 15:08

World Teachers' Day Saturday 29th October Town Basin Whangarei

While the weather was less than 'the winterless north' at first, a great day was had by all.  Thanks to Frances Nelson for speaking.  You are an inspiration!  It was also great to hear from the Support Staff team, lead by Dianna Boyle. Thanks must also go to Julie Findlay for her ECE input.  Then there were wonderful performances by children from Manaia View School, Saint Francis Xavier Catholic School, Hora Hora School, Kamo Intermediate and Wellsford School. What class acts!  Children were so… Continue

Posted by Joanne Christie Collyer on October 29, 2011 at 20:33

Primary Cluster meetings

Whangarei branch hosted three cluster meetings.  Unfortunately attendance was low, however we had good discussion about the remuneration and recognition report.  The principles helped us focus on what we consider to be important. Concerns about the lack of career pathways and the governments refusal to accept the Practice Based Attestation model were food for thought.  However as we lead up to our collective agreement negotiations next year, I hope more teachers share their opinions on the way… Continue

Posted by Joanne Christie Collyer on October 8, 2011 at 13:20

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NZEI what a great annual meeting. Napier Branch really enjoyed every part of it...thank you National Exec superb job xx

 

Posted by Katrina Alexander on August 23, 2011 at 20:55

Perry Rush you are awesome!

To the 533 schools that have said no to National Standards, you rock!  To Perry Rush what an inspiration!

Posted by Joanne Christie Collyer on August 22, 2011 at 9:45

Speak Up Rally at Civic Square Wellington

What an awesome event!  Perry Rush was a fantastic MC & Jonelle you led our singing superbly (sorry if I spelt your name wrong).  It was a fantastic celebration of our great education system and an empowering opportunity for members to share their support of our Great to Excellent campaign.  Thank you Stephanie Mills for allowing me to speak about teacher concerns regarding National Standards.  What awesome songs and such energy!  The Speak Up For Education festival was a great model for us… Continue

Posted by Joanne Christie Collyer on August 21, 2011 at 19:55

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Remuneration & Recognition Proposed Pay Model

Have you seen the proposed six step pay scale with add ons for expertise, experience, mentoring & qualifications.  It is important that all 27, 000 Primary Teacher members view the proposed pay…Continue

Started by Joanne Christie Collyer in Advancing Quality Public Education Feb 17.

Performance Pay - "for teachers" vs "for schools" 1 Reply

At NZEI Annual Meeting 2011, Education Minister Anne Tolley stated "Performance Pay for teachers" was not on National's agenda. I am very concerned that we now sit back and think that battle is over…Continue

Tags: Education, Minister, National, Standards, Tolley

Started by Andrew Turner in National Standards. Last reply by auntiebarb67 Oct 28, 2011.

Speak Up for Education

Share your branch, AT or area council ideas. Whangarei is having a display sharing the great work our tamariki do. We also have seven schools singing in a mass choir on Monday 8 & Tuesday 9 to…Continue

Started by Joanne Christie Collyer in Advancing Quality Public Education Jul 27, 2011.

Beginning Teachers

A group of BT's & their tutor teachers attended an afternoon of information about YMN, the campaigns, 100000 conversations, National Standards, documentation requirements, registration, teachers…Continue

Started by Joanne Christie Collyer in Advancing Quality Public Education Jun 24, 2011.

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