Female school principals overtake males in NZ schools
Women have finally overtaken men as principals of New Zealand schools, decades after teaching became a female-dominated profession.
Workload demands at dangerous levels for primary school leaders
Principal Ricardo Fox agrees with the findings of a new survey that shows principals are under a lot of pressure and struggle to find a good work-life balance. He talks to ANNIE GRAHAM-RILEY about the realities of the job.
New dean ready for the challenges of the compulsory sector
Associate Professor Mark Barrow, incoming Dean of Education and Social Work at the University of Auckland, talks about his vision for New Zealand’s largest provider of education and social work qualifications.
Sacred Heart College principal says new role the pinnacle of her career
For Maria Neville-Foster, stepping into the role of principal is the pinnacle of her career.
Stressful job worth it, say principals who love their job
School principals deal with very high levels of stress, according to new research from the New Zealand Council for Educational Research.
One-on-one: Dave Randell
On entering his office, the only sound comes from Dave Randell's computer keyboard, where he's at work. Always at work.
Bridging theory and practice – the value of the Aitken Fellowship
As Bill Hubbard reaches the end of his first year as a recipient of the Aitken fellowship, he reflects on that year and what makes the Aitken Fellowship so valuable to both himself and to the wider education sector.
Tara Kanji to become the new principal for Tauranga Girls College
A new principal for Tauranga Girls College has been announced.
University lecturer gets key NZ First job
Political science lecturer and commentator Jon Johansson is the new chief of staff for New Zealand First.
Dean of Education and Social Work retiring after 40 years in education
The University of Auckland’s Dean of Education and Social Work, Professor Graeme Aitken, grew up in schools and knew he was going to be a teacher from age 15. Now retiring after 40 years as a teacher, curriculum developer, university lecturer and Dean, he presented a retrospective lecture of his time in Education.
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