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Why Books Matter
30 Sept 2025
Reading and sharing books, whether spoken, signed, or both is an important way to help children to develop language, grow their vocabulary and learn about the world around them.
Read articleWhy School Attendance Matters More Than You Think
15 Sept 2025
Regular school attendance aids success in learning, as well in ensuring their wellbeing, friendships, and good habits.
Read articleBreaking Down the 2025 Maths Curriculum Updates
12 Sept 2025
This year has seen significant changes to maths education across New Zealand 2025, and schools have been preparing for this transformative shift in how we teach and learn mathematics.
Read articleBehind the Screens: Meet the School IT Trainers
01 Sept 2025
With over 3000 students across the country, it’s vital that our teachers are equipped with the latest tools and tech to support their learning.
Read articleWhy Early Access to Sign Language Is Essential for Deaf Children
04 Aug 2025
For years, families of deaf children have been told that learning sign language might interfere with their child’s ability to develop spoken language. This belief has led many parents to delay or avoid introducing sign language altogether. However, researchers Dr Kate Rowley and Dr Kate Rogers, who reviewed over 100 studies, found no evidence to support this concern. Dr Rowley presented some of these findings at the recent International Congress on the Education of the Deaf (ICED 2025) conference that I attended in Rome.
Read articleBuilding Strong Communication with Your Preschooler: A Parent's Guide
04 Aug 2025
Every child has the potential to become a confident communicator, and this journey begins from the moment they are born. The main stage for children to learn language is between birth and 3 years of age. Here are some tips to support language acquisition in deaf and hard of hearing preschoolers through everyday communication with your baby/child.
Read articleThe Family Book: Support When You Need It Most
28 Jul 2025
Getting news about your child's hearing can be upsetting. One minute you're thinking about typical parent things, and next you're thinking about things you never had to think about before. The good news? There's a clearer path forward than the maze of internet searches suggests.
Read articleGovernance vs. Operations: Who Does What in Aotearoa Schools?
18 Jul 2025
If you've ever wondered who makes the big decisions at your child's school, you're not alone. Understanding the distinction between governance and operations can help you connect better with your school community.
Read articleUnderstanding Language Deprivation
26 Mar 2025
Language Deprivation is a significant issue facing our deaf ākonga, so an action in the 2024 Implementation Plan was created under Goal 2: Create and socialise the definitions of Language Deprivation and Language Delay.
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