A Waka Huia is a treasure box, which was used by Māori to hold precious adornments such as hei tiki (pendants) and huia feathers for dressing the hair. At Mākoura College - Waka Huia is about the strengths each of us possesses. We believe strongly in holistic education for our students.
The Waka Huia teacher is a significant adult who mentors, coaches and advocates for their students. They are the link between school and home.
Key Waka Huia Roles
Waka Huia Teacher:
- Builds a positive learning relationship with their students.
- Collaborates with whānau by building and maintaining positive relationships.
- Supports and helps develop personalised goals and an individualised pathway.
- Monitors students' progress regularly and communicates with whānau any concerns.
- Builds warm relationships within their Waka Huia group.
The Waka Huia teacher is a significant person who:
- has relationships with whānau and if whānau have concerns they have a direct line.
- knows how the student is going across all subjects.
- who meets with the student and the whānau to set learning goals.
- monitors student progress towards achieving the goals set.
- ensures the opportunity for success of every student.
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