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Lessons for new teachers

Lessons for new teachers

Standing at the start of a teaching career in Aotearoa, New Zealand can feel exciting and overwhelming in equal measure. …

Building a positive classroom culture

Building a positive classroom culture

The beginning of the school year offers a crucial opportunity to set the tone for a positive, inclusive, and engaging…

The challenges and opportunities for rural principals in 2026

By Andrew King, Principal at Ōropi School and President of NZ Rural Schools Leadership Association  For the past twelve months,…

Inside Epsom Girls Grammar School

At Epsom Girls Grammar School, leadership is grounded in a clear focus on learning, opportunity and community.  In this Q&A,…

Collaboration key to success of proposed changes

Widespread agreement on the proposed changes to secondary school qualifications will be crucial to their success, writes Kate Gainsford If…

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Principals Today, Issue 149

Published January 21, 2026

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Published September 25, 2025

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Published June 29, 2025

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