Kaiārahi Newsletter - April 2022

Tena Koutou,

We trust you had an enjoyable Easter break and are finding some time to recharge before we head into term two.  This month's newsletter includes the various dates for the Kaiārahi workshops for term two and three, scroll down to view the dates for your region. We also provide an update from the TEC on the National Careers Strategy and Key Careers Initiatives, provide some resources around how to help students prepare for the upcoming Careers Expo and Roadshows, and provide an update on the Gateway Washup, and a related survey to look out for at the start of term two. 

Kaiārahi Workshops Term Two and Three

This year's workshop focuses on the upcoming Ministry of Education and TEC initiatives. 

Topics include:

• The Career Education and Guidance guidelines that replace the 2009 edition.
• Progress on the TEC Careers system strategy, MOE Vocational education award and Tahatū (the new Careers NZ platform)
• Looking at the National Education Learning Priorities, breaking them down and looking what we need to do to implement Objective 4 - Future of Learning and Work
• Looking at how we can support subject teachers and integrate “Careers in Curriculum”
• Review of new resources and tools

Lock in the date and your regional executive team will send out further details with the registration form.

CATE Conference 2022 - Call for Abstracts

The CATE Conference Committee are delighted to open the call for abstracts for this year's conference. Abstracts must be submitted by 30 September 2022. For more information or to submit an abstract, click here.

To register to attend CATE Conference 2022, click here

Update on the National Careers Strategy and Key Careers Initiatives

The TEC has released a memorandum to update the sector on a number of key careers initiatives. These include their online career planning solution, Inspiring the Future and their direct career service programme. The full update can be viewed here.

Update on Gateway Washup and Survey 

CATE has been working with TEC, alongside CDANZ, to better understand the “washup” and how we can ensure that there is better communication between TEC and schools involved in Gateway. A survey was developed in February to collect data around the impact of COVID on Gateway programmes in Auckland, Waikato and Northland. There was a call for a national survey and we are currently working with CDANZ to develop a nationwide survey to send to all our members in the hope we can present feedback to the TEC regarding the washup, the impact of COVID 19 and future changes we would like to see in measurement outcomes etc. to ensure the success of the Gateway programme. Check your “inbox” the first week of Term 2. We encourage all members to complete this and have their say as the only way we will get traction is through evidence and data. Thank you in advance.

Gateway Online Conference
An online Gateway conference is scheduled for Thursday, 28 July. This will take place from 9am to 3pm. More information to follow.

NZ Careers Expo and Roadshows

As the year goes by, students will have a number of opportunities to learn more about career options through expos and roadshows. Our website contains a helpful guide to help you prepare your students to get the most out of these opportunities.

Virtual Seminar: The Future of Education

In this virtual event, we will delve into your role as a school leader in preparing students for the future of work and life beyond school as well as trends and insights into the future of education.

You'll also get insights on:

• Key findings from the 2022 Education Future study
• What to expect in the new world of work
• Using data and insights to engage with your educational community

  Click here for more information and to book.

Aotearoa Youth Employability Conference 2022

When: Thursday 26th May, 9am – 4pm

Where: Online and in person at our Regional Hubs around the country. See their Regional Hubs section for more information.

Youth Employability Aotearoa (YEA) is excited to be holding The Aotearoa Youth Employability Conference 2022 – Uniting for Change hosted by Christina Leef, Kairaranga Kaupapa, Ara Taiohi, and Astley Nathan - Flava Breakfast Announcer and Radio personality. This event will also feauture homegrown guest speakers, motivators and change-makers.More details about the conference can be found on their website.

The School Leaver's Toolkits for Teachers are designed to serve as ‘off the shelf' lesson plans that are easy to deliver. They are comprised of six unit plans that align with the six sections of the School Leaver's Toolkit and curriculum learning areas.  Have a look at the SLT Teachers website for more information. The te reo Māori SLTK Life Lesson plans are now also available for download. They can be accessed under the Te Kete Mō Ngā Tamariki Wehe i te Kura - Ngā Akoranga mō ngā Pūkenga Noho Ora drop-down, in the He rauemi marautanga (Curriculum resources) section.

What's new on our website?

Career Theories - Happenstance Theory. Life brings many opportunities and challenges that we don't plan for. Teaching students and clients to ‘roll with the punches’ and make the most of the circumstances life gives them, can be a very valuable skill. Click here to learn more about Happenstance Theory and how to apply it.