Te Wiki o Te Reo Maori

 As this week is Te Wiki o Te Reo Maori, it is even more important to use positive affirmations in Te Reo Maori.  The Juniors have enjoyed working for a Te Reo Maori sticker and they happily repeat the expressions. One senior boy confirmed the importance of using positive affirmations,  when after receiving one, he commented...

"Yes, positive affirmations make you feel good."

I continue to give certificates with basic expressions in Te Reo Maori as well as the stickers and verbal affirmations. Smiles on the faces of akonga are rewarding and evidence of the value of using Te Reo Maori to praise and encourage positive work outcomes.

KIA TUPU, KIA HUA, KIA PUAWAI.

 PGC Focus/Rationale

This year I've decided, as part of my role as a new teacher/reliever at Tautoro School, that I need to build closer relationships with all akonga.  As one of the main goals of the kura is to normalise the speaking of te reo Maori, I believe that using positive affirmations in Te Reo Maori will support this goal, as well as help me build positive relationships with all akonga.

Ko Te Reo Te Mauri o Te Mana Maori 

Professional Growth Cycle

 How can I use positive affirmations in Te Reo Maori to build closer relationships with akonga of our kura?