As our school Professional Development Co-ordinator, I have the privilege of organising relevant PLD experiences related to our strategic goals. At the start of our Tamaki Tongan Language week, it seemed only fitting that our Pasifika PLD team presented to staff a relevant programme on raising Pasifika Achievement. Our School Goal Number# 2 is focused on understanding and demonstrating the cultural competencies of the Tapasā in raising Pasifika Achievement.
Mele Suipi-Latu began by exploring a poem by Professor Konai Helu Thaman a well-known Pacific academic and explored the way the Kahoa, a Tongan flower garland, was intricately designed and put together for a specific purpose. We explored the 3 stages of making a Kahoa and the distinct parallels educators can find in the process. The details can be found in the presentation below. A highlights video has also been created to share the experience. The feedback from staff was really positive and we look forward to continuing the Tapasā journey.
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