Section outline

  • FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on understanding that New Zealand has a democratic political system and a constitutional monarchy, so it is a distinct political system
    • We are FOCUSING to describe that people have different roles in Parliament
    • We are FOCUSING to develop an understanding of New Zealand’s electoral system and how allows minor parties and Maori to be represented
    • We are FOCUSING on describing how laws are made in New Zealand
    • We are FOCUSING hjow local government differs from central government

    I am an active and critical participant in my community:

    • Stage 1:
      • I am a reliable community member (uniform, equipment, attendance and punctuality)
      • I am an involved and contributing member of my community
      • I am a critical thinker as I reflect, question and act
    • Stage 2:
      • I am a self-managing & reliable community member (uniform, equipment, attendance and punctuality)
      • I am involved and show leadership in my community
      • I am open and responsive (critical & creative) to new ideas and different perspectives

    This week you are focussing on your campaign happening on Friday. Please refer to Google classroom under the English/Global Assessment topic for further details