Educators to vote on moving to a full day strike
NZEI Te Riu Roa teacher and principal members are to vote on whether to strike for a full day on August 15.
Teachers’ decision to strike disappointing, Education Minister Chris Hipkins says
It is disappointing that primary teachers and principals have decided so early in negotiations to go on strike, Education Minister Chris Hipkins says.
Government invests $49 million in Auckland primary schools
Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced a brand new primary school in Hobsonville and more classrooms in West Auckland as part of a $49 million investment in Auckland schools.
Teachers and principals agree to strike next month
Primary teachers and principals will go on strike on August 15.
Primary school educators meet today on pay dispute
The country's primary school principals and teachers will begin meetings today over whether to accept a pay offer or take industrial action.
Strike action on the cards for teachers
Industrial action is possible for primary school teachers after union negotiations with the Ministry of Education fell short of expectations for higher pay and addressing teacher shortages.
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Warning against relying on Reading Recovery for struggling readers – ERO
Teachers are being warned not to rely on Reading Recovery for struggling young readers because it probably doesn't work, a new report says.
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