He Kanohi Matara

Visionary

ROLE OF LEADER

“Māku e whatu, mā koutou e tāniko”

DESCRIPTION OF ROLE

The kanohi matara leadership role is about keeping kura at the ‘cutting edge’ of developments in education, as well as demonstrating wisdom and foresight and strategising for the future of the kura. Contemporary times call for innovative thinking. This visionary role of leadership entails understanding the past, recognising the present and envisioning the future, to bring about optimal education and life outcomes for learners. A kanohi matara embraces social changes and technological advancements; capitalises on innovation and new knowledge; and simultaneously embeds cultural imperatives into education.

RESPONSIBLE FOR

Innovative and visionary leadership to equip learners with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in the 21st century as Mäori and as citizens of the world

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Select an Aho - Key focus area below
  2. Click on the link to conduct a detailed inquiry for your chosen key focus area
  3. Download the document or save to a google doc to record your responses in the cells of the table or in a journal dedicated specifically for this purpose. This information will form baseline and on-going information against which you can progress your own leadership growth and development.

Goal:

To ensure the kura equips learners with knowledge, skills and values to succeed in the 21st century as Māori in Aotearoa New Zealand and the wider world

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To be prepared for challenges to the well-being of learners, staff and whānau

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To promote and support healthy relationships at all levels – personal, kura whānau, iwi, staff, learners and the learning community

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To promote and extend te reo Māori proficiency among learners

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To be prepared for challenges to the tikanga of the kura

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To use mātauranga Māori to guide educational planning

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To establish, promote and maintain high standards, goals and expectations for every learner and adult in the kura

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