Ōku Wawata - My Dreams and Future Aspirations
A Journey Towards My Future Ngā Whakatōhea - Building My Path Year 12 Career Education Presentation
Kupu Māori - Essential Vocabulary for Dreams
Wawata - Dreams/aspirations Whakatōhea - Goals/objectives Angitu - Success/achievement Whakapapa - Connection/heritage Mana - Strength/power/authority Tūmanako - Hope/expectation Whakamua - Moving forward/progress
My Career Aspirations - Ōku Whakatōhea Umanga
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Overcoming Challenges - Wikitoria i ngā Raru
Financial barriers to university education Solution: Apply for scholarships and work part-time Academic pressure in science subjects Solution: Form study groups and seek tutoring support Balancing cultural identity with career goals Solution: Integrate mātauranga Māori into scientific practice
Whakatauki for Guidance
'Whāia te iti kahurangi, ki te tuohu koe, me he maunga teitei' Seek the treasure you value most dearly: if you bow your head, let it be to a lofty mountain This guides me to aim high and never settle for less than my dreams
My Action Plan - Taku Mahere Mahi
Year 13: Achieve Excellence in Biology and Chemistry Apply for Māori and Pacific scholarships Volunteer with local environmental groups University Years: Complete degree with honours Build networks in conservation field Gain practical experience through internships Future Impact: Protect taonga species for future generations Bridge traditional knowledge with modern science Inspire other young Māori in STEM careers