Hekia Parata stories

"It acts as an education hui for the whole sector, focussing us all on the goal of raising the achievement of all young New Zealanders.">>

"I expect teachers will make the most of digital tools, such as the PaCT, especially when we’re asking our students to upskill into the digital age.">>

“Extending the fund to include early learning will encourage more innovative teaching practices to be explored and shared.">>

“To be honest, I should not have been surprised with Minister Parata’s lack of caring.">>

“This is about providing schools and students across New Zealand with access to the vast world of learning resources available online.">>

“Of course it is challenging, absolutely challenging. But that goes with this portfolio – people feel passionately about it, and so they should.">>

“We’re funding providers who have innovative and smart projects that will capture teachers’ and students’ imagination.">>

“This new approach will help because it allows young people to more fully explore career options while they are still enrolled at school.">>

“No other OECD country spends a higher percentage of its public funding on education as New Zealand.">>

"This project is just one of many underway across Auckland to modernise facilities and add capacity to the school network.”>>

“The insights that the indicators will provide schools will act as a catalyst for change so that every Kiwi kid can achieve educational success.">>

“I want to acknowledge the work of the schools’ BoTs, principals and staff to get to this point. Investment of this scale cannot be rushed.">>

“The Trans-Tasman principal exchange presents an opportunity for both principals to gain practical experience from a different education system.">>

"We welcome the expansion of digital tech in schools, but we are disappointed the broader changes needed in this area have apparently been dumped.">>

"Every student will effectively be joining the digital revolution and coding could be as common as riding a bicycle.">>

“It will ensure we have an education system that prepares children and young people for a future where digital fluency will be critical for success.">>

​Otago and Southland are the latest regions to benefit from funding for school property, with the Government announcing $37 million will be invested.>>

The creation of an online guide to help schools make the best use of teacher aides has been welcomed by the Minister of Education.>>

"The announcement is great news for Canterbury’s new education network as it continues to rise from the rubble of the 2011 earthquake.">>

“Teachers and principals recognise that some schools need extra resources to meet the educational needs of their students.">>

The Labour Party is accusing the Govt of ignoring inequalities caused by BYOD after a controversial 100k donation to Wakatipu High School.>>

“Their entries showcase innovative and effective teaching practice.">>

“By pushing participation rates at any cost, the Government is knowingly putting very young children at risk.">>

Parata has launched a new digital graphic novel aimed to strengthen recognition of the Māori language, culture and history.>>