| Brain Gym(R)- nature and origins
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This is a letter written by Gail Dennison for us to give to parents who have questions about Brain Gym and its origins. I think it is an outstanding letter and want to share it with all of you:
Brain Gym(R) is a learning-readiness program used in schools, homes, and businesses in more than 80 countries around the world. This movement-based program was founded on the research of educators . . . more
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| Author : Gail Dennison
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Created : 20 May 2002
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| The Problem of Boys in New Zealand Schools
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In N.Z. educational equity concern has traditionally been focused on provision for girls and Maori. It is a mandated requirement since 1989 that all schools analysis and compare the academic performance of girls and Maori against that of the whole school co hort.
In the last two years there has been a gradual - indeed hesitant, articulation of the plight of boys in education. Boys are vastly . . . more
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| Author : Wayne Bainbridge, Matipo Primary
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Created : 01 May 2002
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| Kia-Kaha. A programme to eliminate bullying.
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| Kia-Kaha (Maori word for "stand strong") was established in New Zealand by the Telecom Corporation and the New Zealand Police Education Officers. New Zealanders have created guidelines and charters that urge schools to acknowledge their "moral obligation to reduce bullying." Hundreds of Police Education Officers are trained to implement the Kia-Kaha program in schools. They encourage the entire sc . . . more
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| Author : Edusearch
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Created : 10 Mar 2002
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| Deciding Where to Send Your Child to School.
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Deciding on a school.
Most children attend the school closest to where they live. These are usually listed in the Yellow Pages of the telephone directory. Parents and caregivers can enrol their children at any state school of their choice. However, if a school has too many children wishing to enrol, the Ministry of Education may allow a school to operate an enrolment scheme to prevent over-crow . . . more
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| Author : Ministry of Education.
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Created : 16 Feb 2002
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