Glossary of helpful terms
(All te reo terms are sourced from: maoridictionary.co.nz)
Arotahi Individualised learning pathways (including, but not limited to; self-directed learning, supported self-directed learning, project learning, inquiries, co-institution enrolment, and multi-level academic pathways).
Arotahi also the name for the Learning Management System used at Ao Tawhiti to record student learning, student goals, IEMs, Kanohi ki te kanohi (face to face or one to one 1-1s ) for easy access for families and ākonga. Also for making a Rangitaki (Blog) about your learning, from class, hapori, arotahi or an offsite learning goal.
Ākonga Student, pupil, learner
Homebase Pastoral class
IEMS Individual education meetings with students, families and learning advisors.
Kaiako teacher/instructor
Learning Advisor (LAs) teacher
One to Ones 1-1s regular meetings between the LA and ākonga
Portal find your timetable, attendance data, financial information, NCEA data/Learning Outcomes/Baseline testing.
Rangatahi Youth
Tamariki Children
Whānau Family Extended family, family group,