Tania's Professional Learning Blog

At GTS, we're all about making learning exciting and hands-on. This term our focus during LEARN CREATE SHARE was Science, our students got to choose what they wanted to learn about in: (material world)stuff in our world, (physical world)things that move, or living things. What they did with their choices was nothing short of amazing! We decided to show off our students' hard work with a Science Showcase, and guess what? Loads of whanau came.   It was a big surprise for us, but it shows just how much they care about their child's learning. Living world - looking at invertebrates like jellyfish - they have no bones!! Volcano on a lemon?? Material world - it's all about mixing stuff together and see what happens - the WHY? Our students were like little scientists, showing off what they'd learned with big smiles on their faces. Everyone was so proud. Physical world - making things move and how can we make it faster or slower. Newton's cradle - this was a very big ch...

We recently conducted a creative workshop led by our incredible Team Koru, and the experience was truly rewarding.  The positive feedback we received from the participants was overwhelming and inspiring. They appreciated our innovative approach and unique perspective, which allowed them to explore their creative potential in a supportive environment.  Many participants were intrigued by our practice and asked insightful questions about our methods, techniques, and the philosophy behind our work. It was gratifying to witness how our hard work and collaborative efforts were clearly evident to those observing from the outside.  Knowing that our dedication and passion resonated with others reaffirmed our belief in the power of creativity and reinforced our commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive creative community. Please have a look at our amazing slides.