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Poipoia te Pitomata | Planning for Diverse Needs upcoming Course

5th May - 6th May Enrolments close 28th April AucklandThis two-day wānanga explores executive function through a strengths-based, kaupapa Māori lens, grounded in Te Whare Tapa Whā. Together, we unpack behaviour as communication and view “challenges” as signals of lagging skills. Through practical tools, insights from rangatahi, and collaborative planning, you will build your confidence to notice, recognise, and respond with intention. You will leave with clear, practical ways to explicitly teach and proactively support ākonga as they develop their executive function skills, strengthening manaakitanga and a sense of belonging for all learners.

Language:

Reorua

Curriculum Level:

Junior Secondary, Primary, Senior Secondary

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Poipoia te Pitomata Course Outline 2026 v2

This two-day wānanga explores executive function through a strengths-based, kaupapa Māori lens, grounded in Te Whare Tapa Whā. Together, we unpack behaviour as communication and view “challenges” as signals of lagging skills. Through practical tools, insights from rangatahi, and collaborative planning, you will build your confidence to notice, recognise, and respond with intention. You will leave with clear, practical ways to explicitly teach and proactively support ākonga as they develop their executive function skills, strengthening manaakitanga and a sense of belonging for all learners.

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