Weekly outline

  • General

                           Nau mai, haere mai 8C2

                 Welcome to your Global Studies class for 2024.

     

                                                                 Mā te tāngata i te waka

                                                              Haere haumaru ki takutai

                                                               Hei tūhura ki te ao tūroa

                                                     (When the people and the waka 

                                                        arrive safely to the shores,

                                              they will be ready to explore the world)


    Welcome to a new academic year filled with possibilities, growth, and exciting challenges! As you embark on this journey, remember that each day is an opportunity to learn, explore, and discover your incredible potential.

    Embrace every challenge with courage, for it is through challenges that we learn, grow, and become stronger individuals. Approach your studies with curiosity and enthusiasm, knowing that each lesson is a step toward your personal and academic success.

    You are capable of achieving greatness, and your unique talents contribute to the vibrant tapestry of our learning community. Believe in yourself, stay focused on your goals, and never underestimate the impact of your efforts.

    Ka kite ano

    Mrs M Naidoo




  • Term 2 Week 1

    He hono tangata e kore e motu; ka pa he taura waka e motu
    Unlike a canoe rope, a human bond cannot be severed.

    WELCOME BACK TO A NEW TERM WHANAU.

    AS OUR LEARNING JOURNEY BEGINS WE WILL DIVE INTO THE MANY ASPECTS OF THE ANZAC JOURNEY.

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    Learning Intentions:

    • Students will understand the significance of ANZAC Day for New Zealanders. 
    • Students will know about the key events of the Gallipoli Campaign during World War One. 
    • Students will be able to explain the impact of World War One on New Zealand society. 

    Success Criteria:

    • Students can explain why ANZAC Day is important to New Zealanders (e.g., remembering sacrifices, national identity). 
    • Students can identify key events of the Gallipoli Campaign on a timeline (e.g., landings, battles, evacuation). 
    • Students can describe the impact of World War One on New Zealand society (e.g., loss of life, social change, economic effects). 


  • Term 2 Week 2

    Kia ora whanau
    We will continue with our learning on ANZAC Day this week.

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    Learning Intentions:

    • Students will understand the significance of ANZAC Day for New Zealanders. 
    • Students will know about the key events of the Gallipoli Campaign during World War One. 
    • Students will be able to explain the impact of World War One on New Zealand society. 

    Success Criteria:

    • Students can explain why ANZAC Day is important to New Zealanders (e.g., remembering sacrifices, national identity). 
    • Students can identify key events of the Gallipoli Campaign on a timeline (e.g., landings, battles, evacuation). 
    • Students can describe the impact of World War One on New Zealand society (e.g., loss of life, social change, economic effects). 


  • Term 2 Week 3

    Kia ora class! Today we begin a journey into a significant chapter of Aotearoa New Zealand's history – Te Wāhi Kōrero mō te -Te Haakina wāhine ki te pooti-, the fight for women's right to vote.

    By the end of this wānanga (learning journey), we will be whai whakaaro (thinking critically) about the events, people, and changes brought about by this movement. We'll be delving into the timeline of suffrage in Aotearoa, recognising the key wāhine toa (powerful women) who led the charge, and understanding the impact their victory had on our society.

    This is a story about overcoming challenges, celebrating victories, and ultimately achieving whakawhitinana (equality) – a core principle of a healthy democracy. So, hoki mai (pay attention) and prepare to be inspired by the wāhine who paved the way for a fairer Aotearoa!



    Learning Intentions:
    • Understand the significance of the Women’s Suffrage Movement in New Zealand history.
    • Analyse key events, people, and impacts of women’s suffrage on society in Aotearoa.
    • Reflect on the challenges faced and victories achieved during the suffrage movement.
    Success Criteria:
    • Identify the timeline of events leading to women’s suffrage in New Zealand.
    • Discuss the key figures involved in the suffrage movement and their contributions.
    • Evaluate the impact of women’s suffrage on New Zealand society.
    • Reflect on the importance of gender equality and democracy in contemporary society.



  • Term 2 Week 4

    Kia ora class! Today we begin a journey into a significant chapter of Aotearoa New Zealand's history – Te Wāhi Kōrero mō te -Te Haakina wāhine ki te pooti-, the fight for women's right to vote.

    By the end of this wānanga (learning journey), we will be whai whakaaro (thinking critically) about the events, people, and changes brought about by this movement. We'll be delving into the timeline of suffrage in Aotearoa, recognising the key wāhine toa (powerful women) who led the charge, and understanding the impact their victory had on our society.

    This is a story about overcoming challenges, celebrating victories, and ultimately achieving whakawhitinana (equality) – a core principle of a healthy democracy. So, hoki mai (pay attention) and prepare to be inspired by the wāhine who paved the way for a fairer Aotearoa!



    Learning Intentions:
    • Understand the significance of the Women’s Suffrage Movement in New Zealand history.
    • Analyse key events, people, and impacts of women’s suffrage on society in Aotearoa.
    • Reflect on the challenges faced and victories achieved during the suffrage movement.
    Success Criteria:
    • Identify the timeline of events leading to women’s suffrage in New Zealand.
    • Discuss the key figures involved in the suffrage movement and their contributions.
    • Evaluate the impact of women’s suffrage on New Zealand society.
    • Reflect on the importance of gender equality and democracy in contemporary society.



  • Term 2 Week 5

  • Term 2 Week 6

  • Term 2 Week 7

  • Term 2 Week 8

  • Term 2 Week 9

  • Term 2 Week 10

  • 8 July - 14 July

  • 15 July - 21 July

  • 22 July - 28 July

    This week

    Kia ora koutou,

    Welcome to Term 3, Week 1

    Nau mai, hoki mai e te whānau!

    "Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini." 
    "My strength is not that of an individual, but that of a collective."

    Welcome to a new term, everyone! This week, we are diving into the fascinating world of the Olympic Games, from their ancient beginnings to their modern-day significance especially focusing on the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics.


    Learning Intentions:

    • Discover the historical roots of the Olympic Games.
    • Understand the symbolism and key elements of the Olympics.
    • Compare and contrast the ancient and modern Olympic Games.
    • Explore the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics and the significance of the torch lighting ceremony.
    Success Criteria:

    • Describe the origin and evolution of the Olympics.
    • Identify and explain the symbols associated with the Olympic Games.
    • Discuss the differences between the ancient and modern Olympic Games.
    • Explain the importance of the torch lighting ceremony, especially for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

    Let's get ready to uncover the legacy of the Olympics and the excitement surrounding the Paris 2024 Games!


  • 29 July - 4 August

  • 5 August - 11 August

  • 12 August - 18 August

  • 19 August - 25 August

  • 26 August - 1 September

  • 2 September - 8 September

  • 9 September - 15 September

  • 16 September - 22 September

  • 23 September - 28 September

  • 30 September - 6 October

  • 7 October - 13 October

  • 14 October - 20 October

  • 21 October - 27 October

  • 28 October - 3 November

  • 4 November - 10 November

  • 11 November - 17 November

  • 18 November - 24 November

  • 25 November - 1 December

  • 2 December - 8 December

  • 9 December - 15 December