We've had a refresh of NZPF's six core values- take a look.

Kia ora e te whānau,

Welcome to Term two, and I hope you all rewarded yourselves with a decent break after a tough first term. 

At our Moot in March, one of the responsibilities of our regional presidents was to review the ‘Six Principles’ which guide the decision making of the NZPF National Executive.  The ‘Six Principles’ were first established at the 2023 Moot during which the regional presidents assisted the National Executive to prepare a manifesto for the general election later that year.

With the general election coming up again next year, it was timely to review the principles to ensure their relevance for our current context.

A full synopsis of the feedback and changes are attached for your reference.

The changes reflect the evolving needs of our profession, the aspirations of our communities, and the challenges we face collectively as educational leaders. Central to the discussion was an overarching recommendation to alter the way political decisions about education are made:

"In order to ensure equity and success for all students, a comprehensive, long-term education plan that aligns funding, support, and policy across all levels is needed. This plan must be apolitical, inclusive, and adaptable to future needs, addressing issues such as teacher shortages, equitable resourcing, and the provision of specialized learning support to reduce inequities and improve student outcomes."

Our revised Principles set a clear direction for NZPF’s advocacy and leadership moving forward - focused on equity, integrity, and the wellbeing of our tamariki and rangatahi. The principles give NZPF clear direction on how to advance our advocacy work, ensuring we represent your voice with confidence.

We encourage you to take a moment to read the above summary of the 'NZPF Six Principles Review, March 2025' from this year's NZPF Moot.

The Revised “Six Principles” are also attached in poster form. Please share and discuss the Six Principles with your colleagues, staff and communities.  

These changes belong to all of us, and together, they represent our united vision for the future of education in Aotearoa.

Ngā manaakitanga,

Leanne Otene