Education
Junior debaters take compete in NZ
Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Education
A team of students from Rarotonga have travelled to New Zealand to test their debating skills against their Kiwi counterparts.
University collaboration brings new ideas
Saturday 11 October 2014 | Published in Education
In collaboration with the University of The South Pacific (USP), The University of Queensland Business School is carrying out projects set to bring a range of future benefits to Rarotonga.
CV crafting workshop this Thursday
Wednesday 8 October 2014 | Published in Education
Local employment website, Cook Islands Jobs.com is running a CV (curriculum vitae) and interview skills workshop this Thursday at 5pm to be held at the TIS office in Tupapa.
Schools still in for Imanuela Akatemia
Tuesday 7 October 2014 | Published in Education
While most kids are enjoying the sun, holiday activities and quality time with parents – Christian school Imanuela Akatemia students still have their heads in their books.
Students work wonders again at Kai Reka Restaurant
Thursday 2 October 2014 | Published in Education
The Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute’s much talked-about restaurant, Kai Reka, is once again open for another round of scrumptious food and dazzling service.
Marching displays school pride
Thursday 2 October 2014 | Published in Education
Primary school athletes warmed up for their Prince of Wales athletics races with a spectacular marching parade at the BCI Stadium yesterday.
Teachers honoured through awards gala
Thursday 2 October 2014 | Published in Education
Cook Islands teachers will be honoured this evening for positively shaping young minds.
Absent students a growing concern
Thursday 2 October 2014 | Published in Education
There are concerns at the national college over the large number of students absent from school due to Manea Games commitments and families taking advantage of cheap airfares.
Buzzing for recycling
Wednesday 1 October 2014 | Published in Education
4-year old Revas Hand of Takitumu Primary School was in a recycling buzz on Tuesday night.
A real Cookie scientist
Wednesday 1 October 2014 | Published in Education
Cook Islander Teuru Tiraa-Passfield is set to return home and apply her studies in marine ecology.
Young entrepreneurs hit Punanga Nui
Friday 26 September 2014 | Published in Education
Shoppers should expect to see some new faces selling their wares this Saturday at the Punanga Nui Market.
Tereora College drama production earns NCEA credits and addresses sensitive youth issues
Wednesday 17 September 2014 | Published in Education
Tereora College Year 13 Level two and three drama students performed a moving production last week addressing sensitive youth issues while earning NCEA credits.
'DEAR' challenge for literacy day
Tuesday 9 September 2014 | Published in Education
The mediums in which we can choose to read have developed with an unexpected expediency, from standard novel and newsprint to audiobooks, blogs and pdf book forms.
Education funding the key to development, says secretary
Friday 5 September 2014 | Published in Education
It’s not an easy decision, but the head of the Ministry of Education says the government needs to decide if education is a priority area for the nation’s development, and if so, it needs to be backed up with resources and a long-term plan.
Badminton comp to play-offs
Thursday 4 September 2014 | Published in Education
It was the clash of the badminton titans last Thursday when competition leaders Ride Rarotonga took on BeaNga led by Ngaoa Ranginui. Talented young Amber Mateariki of Team BeaNga was definitely up for the challenge showing great skill winning both her ladies and mixed doubles matches. Unfortunately it wasn’t enough as Ride Rarotonga were eventual victors 109-99 and therefore taking out top spot for the round robin competition.And despite a tough battle with The Cooks and BeaNga, Team L.AM.J under the leadership of their very determined captain Ahkim Tikaroa were able to hold onto their third place spot on the table. But with Team Telecom gaining in momentum and nipping at the heels of the top three teams there is still a chance the table could be turned.Telecom ladies pairing still remain undefeated as well as Ride Rarotonga’s mixed combination of Eric & Ira and The Cooks men’s pairing.There are two weeks left in the competition with teams all vying for the coveted ‘Ray Marsters Memorial Trophy’ generously sponsored by his family on the Island of Palmerston. Other generous sponsors are Highland Paradise and The Pearl Lounge.The badminton playoffs will begin tonight and all teams are encouraged to please be on time at the Princess Anne Hall at Tereora where spectators are most welcome to check out the action. For tonight’s draw starting at 5pm contact Thomas Ngauru.
Manihiki bright sparks enjoy first science fair
Thursday 4 September 2014 | Published in Education
Manihiki students produced 18 outstanding projects for the islands first ever science fair.
Tereora College parent portal goes live
Wednesday 3 September 2014 | Published in Education
With a few taps on their keyboard, Tereora College parents can now monitor the progress of their child’s education at the national college.All parents of students at Tereora College are being given live access to the college database so that they can monitor the progress of their own children on a daily basis if necessary. Parents can access information on their students learning progress including NCEA credit summaries by subject for seniors, grades achieved by subject for all students, details of school reports issued, daily attendance checks, student timetable, school fee status, library books issued or overdue for return and contact details. Principal Bali Haque says the new information sharing system allows parents to be aware of how their own children are progressing at school.“This is very big news and is what our Learning Charter is all about,” says Haque. “It enables parents to be aware of how their own children are progressing on a daily basis. No need to wait for school reports and no need to rely on your children to tell you what you may want to know!”Haque adds that the initiative also ensures that national college staff is held accountable.“They are required to make sure that assessments are offered, completed by students, marked and put on the data base for parents to view”. We really do encourage parents to access the data and we encourage them to contact their anau teacher if they have any questions or concerns.”Last week parents from Maungaroa anau were issued with their passwords and this week all other anau will be issued with their passwords also.Passwords are high security. The only student information a parent can access will be their own child.For Kena Teamoke, whose 17-year old daughter attends the national college, the new parent portal is, “pretty good!”Teamoke says being able to access his daughter’s education progress information gives him a clearer picture of what he will need to discuss with her.“You know kids, they won’t tell you everything but this way they know they will have to keep their socks up,” says Teamoke. The parent portal can be accessed through the college website www.tereora.edu.ck and click on “parent portal”. It is important of course that all passwords are kept safe and not improperly shared.Students will also, of course, have access to their own data.
Computing class targets tech newbies
Saturday 30 August 2014 | Published in Education
A continuing education class hopes to bridge the technology gap for those new to the world of computing.
Education budget in the works
Thursday 28 August 2014 | Published in Education
Officials are currently working out how much money will be provided by Government to the Ministry of Education for the 2014-15 fiscal year.
Students acknowledged with principal's award
Tuesday 26 August 2014 | Published in Education
Last term Tereora College students were acknowledged for their study efforts when they received principal’s awards.
