This term the Hubs are working on the driving question “How does establishing a deeper connection with our tūrangawaewae help us to discover ourselves?”

Tūrangawaewae is one of the most well-known and powerful Māori concepts. It literally means standing place (tūranga) and feet (waewae); and is often translated as 'a place to stand'. Tūrangawaewae are places where we feel empowered and connected. They are our foundation, our place in the world, our home. You do not have to be Māori to have a tūrangawaewae.

Tamariki are investigating places of cultural significance within a 5km radius; significant events and people and mahinga kai (resources). 

We will be sharing this learning with you all in Term 2 - so that we all have an understanding of the cultural narrative of the place on which our school stands.

We have been delving into the draft Aotearoa NZ Histories Curriculum. This is currently out for consultation and from 2022, Aotearoa New Zealand’s histories will be taught in all schools and kura. This is part of a wider refresh of our national curriculum to ensure it is fit for purpose now and in the future – and supports the language, identity, culture, and wellbeing of all students in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Our PBL over the next two terms sits under one of the three national contexts: 

Know: Tūrangawaewae me te kaitiakitanga 

This context focuses on the relationships of individuals, groups, and communities with the land, water, and resources, and on the history of contests over their control, use, and protection.