Education
Nukutere’s “superpower” kids auction art pieces
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
To celebrate the creativity and talent of the inclusive education “superpower” class at Nukutere College, a silent auction will be held this week.
Teacher turnover a challenge
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Tereora College is reportedly seeing an increase in teacher departures, with suggestions that as many as nine teachers are set to leave the school this year.
Reuniting since carefree primary school days
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Nearly thirty years have passed since their carefree days of primary school, yet the memories remain bright in those who shared laughter, and adventure in those early years.
CI aims to improve early childhood education
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Cook Islands’ is seeking to improve the quality of its Early Childhood Education (ECE) by establishing standards and support system essentials for ECE educators and their training needs.
Apii Avarua Celebrate Kia Orana Day
Saturday 26 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
Apii Avarua yesterday celebrated their weekly Friday Kia Orana Day theme with a difference by celebrating the 2024 Cook Islands Games which closed last week.
Cook Islands youth ambassadors to attend High School Summit in Japan
Tuesday 22 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) last week held a final orientation session for the five students selected to represent the Cook Islands at the High School Summit on World Tsunami Awareness Day 2024 in Japan.
Ministry addresses education gaps with curriculum update
Tuesday 22 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Cook Islands Ministry of Education is undertaking a curriculum refresh to update the outdated curriculum and better align it with New Zealand, with the aim of implementing all changes by 2027.
Ponia returns from Harvard Fellowship in United States
Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Local, National
Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) chief of staff Ben Ponia has returned to the Cook Islands following an enriching three-week experience in the United States, a statement from OPM said.
Education ministry launches new teacher training centre
Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Cook Islands Ministry of Education has announced plans to establish a teacher development centre in partnership with the University of Waikato, aiming to improve teacher quality and align the curriculum with the country’s language, culture and heritage.
Penrhyn schools’ Literacy Week events raise funds for Māori books
Friday 11 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Penrhyn schools took a unique approach to celebrate Literacy Week by hosting an exciting spallation, a vibrant float parade combined with a pageant, earlier this month.
Aitutaki students pitch in to clean up island
Friday 11 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands
Primary schools in Aitutaki took part in the island-wide clean-up effort last month to mark Clean up the Cook Islands Day.
Lewis defends Ministry of Education appointment
Wednesday 9 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Secretary of Education Owen Lewis has defended the appointment of an executive director, saying that the role was established in 2014 and had been vacant, and dismissed claims that the position duplicated his own.
Students dig deep into cultural roots
Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Education, Features, Food, National
Students of Nukutere College who participated in the traditional umu making and string band competitions this week were grateful for the opportunities to connect more deeply with the lifestyles of their ancestors.
Education ‘got some problems’ but new initiatives offer hope
Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The active participation and commitment of all stakeholders, from government, principals, teachers, parents and the community, is needed for the growth and advancement of education in the Cook Islands, says the Minister for Education.
Nukutere College students string together tradition and competition
Friday 4 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Close to 200 Nukutere College students ended this school term on a high note, reviving some traditional practices and celebrating their culture.
Lewis calls for recognition of teachers’ role
Friday 4 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
The Ministry of Education is calling on the public to come together to celebrate World Teachers’ Day, acknowledging the pivotal role of teachers in shaping the nation’s future.
Cook Islands Robotics team arrives in Athens
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
After 28 hours of travel, including transit and flights from Auckland, New Zealand, the Cook Islands Robotics Team has arrived in Athens, Greece.
Aitutaki’s ‘winds of change’ blow for gender equality: Browne
Saturday 14 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Education, Local, National, Outer Islands, Parliament, Politics
Opposition leader Tina Browne has hailed Aitutaki’s Island Council election a success, noting a significant increase in the number of women elected as council members.
Cook Islands and Auckland University discuss collaboration in ocean research
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Environment, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown, accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Seabed Minerals Authority, and the Cook Islands High Commission, recently held a productive meeting with the University of Auckland to explore potential areas of collaboration in ocean research.
Nukutere College Raises $136,184 for Inclusive Education Centre
Friday 6 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The Nukutere College monster raffle fundraiser recorded a net profit of $122,550, thanks to the support from dedicated parents, family and friends, the business community, tapere, and Catholic parishes across the Cook Islands and in Aotearoa New Zealand.
