Kawa and Tikanga: Te Reo Journey
Year 10 Te Reo Māori Course Onslow College 2025 Kia ora, welcome to our learning journey
Te Ara a Maui - The Path of Maui
Our course philosophy inspired by Māui's legendary journeys Just as Māui explored new territories and brought knowledge to his people We will explore Te Reo Māori and tikanga together Every step on this path builds your understanding and connection
Ko au - About Your Teacher
Introduce yourself and your connection to Te Reo Māori Share your teaching philosophy and passion for the language Explain your role as your guide on this journey Open door policy - feel free to ask questions anytime
Ngā Ture - Our Classroom Rules
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Mahi Tahi - Working Together
Take notes from all presentations - these stay with me for marking Open-book discussions will be recorded in your books Group work requires whakaute (respect) for all classmates Your notes and participation contribute to your report descriptors We succeed together or not at all - mahi tahi!
Our Journey Forward
"We need to mahi-tahi or work together in order to do well in 2026." Nō reira, tēnā koutou katoa (Therefore, greetings to you all)