Accessit has hired Chelsea Hillier as its first Product Manager. This is a significant next step as the company continues to support schools in New Zealand, as well as grow services globally. Here she talks about the role, the future of library software and the challenges ahead. Could […]
Schools face a variety of cyber security threats that require regular updates to systems, reviews of risks, and maintaining good security settings. This can be hard to prioritise, especially with limited budgets. The Ministry’s The Cyber Assistant Tool, or simply ‘CAT’, can help. Imagine the impact on a […]
The country’s largest student survey is back. CensusAtSchool New Zealand – TataurangaKiTeKura Aotearoa has launched its 12th biennial survey, capturing the voices of students nationwide. CensusAtSchool is a non-profit, online educational project designed to make statistics engaging and relevant for students. Supervised by teachers, students from Years 3–13 […]
Registrations are now open to join us in Lincoln-Christchurch, Taupō or Auckland for INTERFACEXpo 2025. Book your place To book your place, simply select your location below, click through and complete the registration form: Free for school educators Update your digital technology knowledge and skills, and keep ahead […]
. . INTERFACE Student Minecraft Competition 2024 – Winners INTERFACE News and Views Noticeboard Teachers wanted to help transform science education. The Science Teaching Leadership Programme (STLP) offers primary schools, secondary science departments and nominated teachers the chance to enhance the teaching of science. Vicki Moffat and Manaaki […]
The Science Teaching Leadership Programme (STLP) provides opportunities for primary schools, secondary science departments and their nominated teachers to enhance the teaching of science. Here Vicki Moffat and Manaaki Whenua discuss the mutual benefits to kura and science institutions. Titirangi School’s Vicki Moffat is a participant teacher in […]
The challenge in this year’s INTERFACE Student Minecraft Competition was to create a sustainable and biodiverse marine habitat and, once again, students proved more than up to the task. ‘Brilliant, ‘Absolutely amazing’ and ‘So much imagination and creativity’, were among the judges’ comments. Thanks to everyone who entered. […]
As the digital landscape evolves, so do the risks. Sadly, this means that schools worldwide, including those here in New Zealand, have become prime targets for cyber criminals due to the valuable personal data they store. Increasingly schools and kura rely on digital products for administration and learning […]
Hado NZ is set to host the 2024 Summer Cup Showdown, where teams of three will face off to compete for the top spot. The event is being held at Rangitoto College in the Rangi Centre on Sunday 1 December, from 9am to 6pm. Placement and spot prizes […]
Tell the time, set an alarm … and have your smartphone charged and ready when you wake up in the morning with a Wireless Charging Alarm Clock. The clock comes with three display options (combining time, date and temperature), 12/24 Hour selection, and alarm with programmable snooze. In […]
Think the bath and shower are smartphone-free zones? Think again. Now you don’t have to go without just because things get a little wet and steamy. Keep your device safe and dry with a Bathroom Phone Waterproof Case. Made from tough plastic, the case comes with an easy-to-open […]
Periodic Table Design? Or Shortcuts for Office? We have two large, rubber-backed mouse pads as prizes – one with each of these designs. Washable, non-slip and with durable stitched edges, these mats are a welcome and attractive addition to any desk. Not only will they ensure your mouse […]
