Oceania Reading Challenge 2009

The International Reading Association’s (IRA) International Development in Oceania Committee (IDOC) coordinates activities in the Oceania region.

IDOC aims to identify and support professional development projects in the region.

Literacy is at the heart of a student’s ability to learn and succeed – at school and for life. That’s why the members of IDOC want all Pacific Island students to discover the joy of books.
 

Rarotonga Primary Schools Rugby & Netball Tournament

Date: Thursday 18th June 2009

Venue: Raemaru Park, Arorangi.

Host: Avatea School

Programme: Programme

Draws: Rugby Draw Netball Draw

Results: Rugby Results Netball Results

What is Inclusive Education?

 As the Ministry of Education’s Inclusive Education Adviser, I had often being asked questions such as: What is Inclusive Education? What is the difference between Inclusive Education and Special Education? Does the term ‘Inclusion’ mean the inclusion of children with a disability or special needs parse?

School Vacancies

Applications are invited from qualified, experienced and motivated teachers with relevant qualifications for the following teaching positions at:

1. Tereora College – Biology Teacher
2. Tetautua School, Penhryn – primary
3. Niua School, Pukapuka – primary/secondary

All positions start immediately. Applications close with the Secretary of Education, Ministry of Education Ph 29357/Fax 28357 on Friday 22 May, 2009 at 4.00pm.

Creating Positive Learning Environments

The Cook Islands Education Master Plan 2008 -2023 states that

“ … Children in the Cook Islands will be able to enjoy learning environments that are comfortable, supported and assist them to achieve their goals.”