Task 2: Becoming familiar with classroom & school policies and procedures

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2.1 - Four weekly classroom timetables. Include routines and learning groupings.

2.2 - Apply a framework of ngā takepū to examine the school's strategic plan and charter. 

Summarise key concepts and discuss how the school graduate profile is reflected in school and classroom practice (500 words).

To ensure that the school's strategic plan and charter are in line with the student profile, it is necessary to examine them using the Ngā Takepū framework. This entails examining important concepts like kaitiakitanga (guardianship), āhurutanga (quality), koha (contribution), and mauri ora (well-being). To promote student's holistic development, these fundamental ideas ought to be integrated into classroom activities as well as school-wide policies.

Mauri ora - Places a strong emphasis on pupils' overall wellbeing. The school's physical, emotional, social, and cultural well-being should be a priority in both the strategic plan and the charter. Programs and services that support mental health and resilience, encourage positive relationships and respect cultural diversity. Teachers build a welcoming and inclusive learning atmosphere in the classroom so students feel secure, appreciated, and equipped for success. 

Aahurutanga - focuses on the idea of excellence and quality. To achieve academic success and ongoing improvement, the school should have well-defined goals and objectives outlined in its strategic plan and charter. This could involve programs to improve teaching and learning techniques, assist staff with opportunities for professional growth, and set up frameworks for tracking and assessing student progress. Teachers work hard to establish a top-notch learning environment in the classroom that encourages innovation, creativity, and critical thinking. 

Kaitiakitanga - Highlights the significance of caring and guardianship. Within this framework of the school's charter and strategic plan, this could entail a dedication to resource management and sustainable practices. For instance, the school might give top priority to initiatives that lower waste, save energy, and raise pupils' knowledge of environmental issues. Teachers can incorporate sustainability lessons into their lessons and motivate students to take ownership of maintaining the school environment. 

Koha - Within the school community, reciprocal relationships and contributions are referred to as "koha." Through its strategic plan and charter, the school should foster a culture of cooperation, diversity, and shared accountability. This could entail taking steps to improve relationships with other involved parties, parents, whānau, and the wider communities. Through peer cooperation, group projects, and service-learning opportunities, teachers in the classroom inspire students to meaningfully contribute to their learning environment. 

School-wide procedures and classroom activities must align with the school's graduation profile to equip students with the competencies and attitudes necessary to succeed in and after graduation. Through a strategic plan align with Ngā Takepū's values of Ngā Takepū, the school can create a learning community that supports all students' academic success, environmental stewardship, teamwork, and well-being.

Ako -  By adopting the ako principle, teachers can create inclusive, compassionate learning environments where all students are encouraged to contribute to the greatest ability possible. It is not enough for individuals to get along socially; what's needed is the development of positive connections where students and teachers can work together to learn from and with one another. This can entail encouraging a culture of inquiry and curiosity within the framework of the school's strategic plan and charter, in which teachers serve as facilitators for learning rather than merely information providers and students are encouraged to participate actively in their education.

Whanaungatanga is centered on establishing and preserving bonds within the school community. Initiatives to improve ties between pupils, teaching staff, parents, and other stakeholders should be given the most importance in the school's strategic plan and charter. The school establishes a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where all is appreciated and respected by promoting constructive interactions.

This holistic approach to education promotes the well-being, engagement, and success of all students. Preparing them to thrive in a world that is always changing. By incorporating these extra concepts into reviewing the school's charter and strategic goals, teachers may ensure that their student's profile is properly reflected in classroom and school practice.