During the month of May I have had two groups of educators from schools across the country visit the Makerspace. Sharing our journey of discovery in this space has been rewarding as I reflect on what has worked and what needs refining. I love the fact that I have never actually visited a Makerspace in action so wasn't strongly influenced by other peoples choices. I researched over a period of 2 years and connected via Twitter and the ADE community with those already immersing themselves in this 'movement' and had rich and informative conversations. I took from each connection or reading what I felt best fitter our Kura (school) and the needs of our tamariki (children). Even though I am obviously technology passionate my love for books and all things literacy drove my decision to base lessons in our Makerspace around a picture book, I stand by this decision 100%.
During May I was asked to Keynote at an Apple Leadership Conference in Auckland. I was one of three presenters, joined by Maurice Rehu (Principal of Richmond Primary in Napier) and John Western (Principal of Seatoun School in Wellington). Once again this event proved to be a wonderful opportunity to make new connections and to share our school journey with another group of Educational Leaders from across Aotearoa.
During May I was asked to Keynote at an Apple Leadership Conference in Auckland. I was one of three presenters, joined by Maurice Rehu (Principal of Richmond Primary in Napier) and John Western (Principal of Seatoun School in Wellington). Once again this event proved to be a wonderful opportunity to make new connections and to share our school journey with another group of Educational Leaders from across Aotearoa.
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