Hosted at Massey University, Palmerston North In partnership with Massey University’s world-leading Food Scientists Tuesday 18th November, 9 AM – 4 PM Register here! TENZ, in collaboration with Massey University, is proud to offer a hands-on, future-focused professional development day designed to excite and empower secondary Food Technology teachers across Aotearoa. This unique […]
Building on the recent TENZ masterclass, this webinar explores how kaiako can move from AI literacy to fluency — confidently applying AI tools and frameworks across Te Mātaiaho. We’ll unpack […]
Tuesday 9 December 2025 • 8:30am–3:30pm • academyEX, Khyber Pass (Auckland) For Primary, Intermediate & Junior Secondary teachers. Spark fresh ideas, roll up your sleeves, and leave with ready-to-teach activities! […]
This presentation is an introduction to the new BCATS skill standards and BCITO resources. We will discuss the following: Overview of the new skill standards New learning resources New assessment […]
In this session, Kimberley Sullings shares how and why she created and lead real-world, nature-based STEAM projects with her class. She talks about what happens when learning moves beyond worksheets, […]
6 February 2026 Every year on 6 February, Aotearoa New Zealand marks the signing of The Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. The day was first officially commemorated in 1934, and it has been a public holiday since 1974. There are many ways you can celebrate Aotearoa New Zealand’s rich cultural heritage on Waitangi day. These […]
Where can literacy teaching fit seamlessly into a lesson? Think teaching literacy means stepping outside your subject? Think again. This webinar unpacks evidence-based approaches to embedding literacy authentically within Technology […]
Presentation will show how joinery is a modern, viable professional career that showcases a career mix of traditional trade expertise and intellectual labour expertise. The craft of joinery has […]
Ngā Mihi O Te Aranga | Happy Easter from TENZ Important dates to keep in mind: Good Friday – 03 April 2026. Easter Monday – 06 April 2026.
Heather will draw on her own experiences over the past 16 years as a Technology and Hospitality teacher. Flexibility in planning that provides for core content, curriculum requirements, diversity of […]
David Parsons Research Director – AcademyEx Using AI for practical classroom and administrative efficiencies in education. Thursday 21st May 4 pm (Term 2, Week 5) Registration link – https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KUtnrZ0iQ3qVX7rCHU_gHA
Explore how drones (UAVs) are shaping education and future careers in Aotearoa New Zealand. Claire covers UAV basics, key terms, real-world uses, and current rules from the Civil Aviation Authority […]
Milla Inkilä Postgraduate Director – AcademyEx Applying “Systems Thinking” when preparing for undefined change in education. Thursday 4th June 4 pm (Term 2, Week 7) Registration link – https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Pay8sZozS_OmAYPjj4ES9Q
Schools’ Pride Week is an annual event which celebrates rainbow students, staff and whānau. This event is intended for everyone within the LGBTQIA+ community and non-rainbow allies, and is aimed to highlight the importance of inclusion, diversity and acceptance. InsideOUT Kōaro has created a range of activities and events for schools communities to get involved […]
Milla Inkilä Postgraduate Director – AcademyEx Exploring the human ability to build trust, navigate challenges, and create meaning together in education now and in the future. Thursday 18th June 4 […]
This presentation reframes VR from a passive viewing tool to an active technology outcome, aligned with the NZ Technology Curriculum. It contrasts Immersion (knowledge-building) and Creation (student-designed VR environments), showing […]
Matariki is the Māori name for a group of stars that are also known as the Pleiades star cluster. The physical appearance of Matariki in the sky was traditionally used by a tohunga (a priest or expert) as a forecast of the year ahead. Clear and bright stars signalled warm and productive seasons, and hazy […]
Madelaine is the Head of Programmes at the Neurodiversity in Education Project, who operate Building a Neuroinclusive School, a Network of Expertise supporting educators with simple, practical and effective neuroinclusion […]
In this presentation, Nan Walden will share the journey behind receiving the 2026 Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and becoming a 2026 World of WearableArt finalist. Join us […]
Professional development for teachers who want their 3D printers doing real work in the classroom. With backgrounds in rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing, and engineering research, Amos Breyfogle and Jeremy Platt use 3D printers daily to create tools, jigs and moulds to create precise high performance parts and ensure repeatability. While working with local high schools […]
