Hello my name is Elizabeth Kirkby and I am working alongside Yvonne Toa in room four, year eight, for the first half of the year. I have just completed a Bachelor of Educational Studies for primary education specialising in music. Tahuna is the sixth school which I have been posted at throughout my studies, and I am looking forward to working with an intermediate year group for the first time. I am very passionate about the arts and literacy, and I hope to have many wonderful experiences throughout my time here.

Hi my name is Kate Walsh. I am in my last year at Otago University where I have completed a Bachelor of Education Studies. This year I am doing my Masters in Teaching and Learning. I endorsed my Bachelor in Physical Education as this is an area I am particularly passionate about. My favourite sport to play is Touch Rugby, which I have played and coached for many years. I am really looking forward to working with all the staff and students at Tahuna this year and becoming apart of the school community.