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He Waka Eke Noa |Mission Statement: To deliver high-quality, accessible, and effective RTLB services for years Y2-10, enhancing student outcomes and promoting inclusive practices across all kura.
He Waka Eke Noa |Mission Statement: To deliver high-quality, accessible, and effective RTLB services for years Y2-10, enhancing student outcomes and promoting inclusive practices across all kura.
Kainga | Home > Ā Mātou Mahi | Our Work
PRINCIPLES THAT GUIDE AND UNDERPIN RTLB PRACTICE
Treaty of Waitangi | RTLB practice demonstrates the 4 Treaty of Waitangi Articles in Action.
Treaty of Waitangi | RTLB practice demonstrates the 4 Treaty of Waitangi Articles in Action.
Article 1.
Kāwanatanga: RTLB support Māori to be active and influential decision-makers across all governance levels, reflecting a commitment to mutual partnership and informed outcomes for all mokopuna.
Article 2.
Tino Rangatiratanga: RTLB uphold Māori self-determination by ensuring Māori voices guide decisions affecting Māori learners and their whānau.
Article 3.
Oritetanga: RTLB work ensure that all mokopuna, regardless of background, achieve equitable outcomes, meaning that every learner receives support necessary to thrive.
Article 4.
Wairuatanga: the work of RTLB is underpinned by Māori world views, tikanga (cultural practices) and mātauranga Māori (indigenous knowledge) .
Mokopuna & Whanau centered
Strength Based
Evidence Informed
Inclusive
Culturally Affirming
Collaborative
Ecological
Our Practice Frameworks
Our Practice Frameworks
He Urunga Tū | An Entrance to Engagement
He Urunga Tū | An Entrance to Engagement
He Urunga Tū is a culturally responsive framework guiding RTLB professional practice, grounded in tino rangatiratanga (self-determination) for mokopuna, whānau, kaiako, and kura.
As RTLB we acknowledge our role as manuhiri (exceptional guests), invited to support and nurture the mokopuna and their whānau in their learning journey, aspiring to treat all as rangatira (leaders) as though their tipuna (ancestors) walk alongside them.
Maintaining professional and personal integrity fosters trust, which is essential for success within this framework. He Urunga Tū enables RTLB to work effectively, inclusively, and safely, guiding practice that is respectful, professional, and strengthens positive relationships.
The Journey to Tino Rangatiratanga | Kohikohi in Action
The Journey to Tino Rangatiratanga | Kohikohi in Action
An approach that provides tools to support mokopuna and whānau wellbeing, aligning with the principles of He Pikorua and He Urunga Tū. It fosters a culturally grounded, collaborative, Treaty-partnership approach that keeps mokopuna and their whānau at the centre of all decision-making.
An approach that provides tools to support mokopuna and whānau wellbeing, aligning with the principles of He Pikorua and He Urunga Tū. It fosters a culturally grounded, collaborative, Treaty-partnership approach that keeps mokopuna and their whānau at the centre of all decision-making.
Dr Sonja MacFarlane and Chris Graham introduce the Journey to Tino Rangatiratanga tools and discuss how they can be used to support mokopuna wellbeing.
RTLB National Groups of Interest
RTLB National Groups of Interest
A space dedicated to sharing RTLB developed resources and research useful for informing casework.
Tautai Pacific RTLB
Pouwhirinaki are Māori RTLB working in schools and Māori Medium kura across Aotearoa, pivotal in the development of He Urunga Tū in 2016.
Useful Links
Useful Links
Te Tauihu o Te Waka ā Māui Education Strategy
Kia Wetewetea, Ko Māui Ahau provides a guide for education settings within Te Tauihu, through a journey of development to ensure kaupapa Māori and critical consciousness are embedded into all aspects of education.
Curriculum:
Curriculum:
New Zealand Curriculum | Te Mātaiaho
Our draft updated New Zealand Curriculum | Te Mātaiaho provides a clear framework for teaching and learning for teachers and kaiako to bring to life with their students in responsive ways. It is unique to New Zealand, embracing our bicultural heritage, multicultural society, and our place in the Pacific and the world.
Te Aho Matua is the operational curriculum framework that governs Kura Kaupapa Māori in New Zealand. It is a holistic, Māori-centric approach to education developed to ensure that mokopuna are educated entirely through the medium of the Māori language (Te Reo Māori) and are grounded in Māori cultural values (tikanga) and knowledge (mātauranga).
The foundation of this curriculum is built on the aspiration that each learner will stand confidently as a person—growing into a knowledgeable, resilient, and communicative learner within te ao Māori
Cultural Competency Frameworks
Cultural Competency Frameworks
Tapasā – Cultural Competencies Framework for Teachers of Pacific Learners
Tapasā helps teachers and leaders engage effectively with Pacific learners, their families, and communities to support student success.
Tātaiako – Cultural Competencies for Teachers of Māori Learners
Tātaiako outlines the competencies teachers need to support Māori learners to succeed as Māori.
Kahikitia, Ka Hāpaitia | Māori Education Strategy
Māori are enjoying and achieving education success as Māori, as they develop the skills to participate in te ao Māori, Aotearoa and the wider world.
Tau Mai i te reo | Māori Language Strategy
Kia tau te reo ki roto i te rāngai mātauranga. Growing te reo Māori through education and growing education through te reo Māori to protect and promote the Māori language for future generations.
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