Welcome to Team Iwa!
Year 8 Orientation Kia Ora and Welcome! Your journey begins here
Meet Your Teacher - Jane Reilly
Born and raised in Hamilton 9 years teaching secondary school Former Senior Naval Photographer for NZ Defence Force Background in media and advertising Passionate about creating supportive learning environments
Our Team Philosophy
"I am passionate about creating a supportive and motivating learning environment that empowers students to succeed." - Your Teacher, Ms. Reilly
What Makes Team Iwa Special?
IWA means 'tribe' or 'people' in Māori We are a learning whānau (family) Every student's voice matters Collaborative and supportive environment Celebrating individual strengths and growth
Getting to Know Each Other
Partner up with someone new Share: Name, one interesting fact, one goal for this year Find three things you have in common Prepare to introduce your partner to the class
How We Learn in Team Iwa
Every lesson starts with WALT (We Are Learning To) Clear success criteria for every activity Multiple ways to show your learning Support for all learning needs Extension challenges for those ready
Your Learning Journey
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What Are Your Learning Goals?
Think about: What subject excites you most? What skill would you like to improve? How do you learn best? What support do you need to succeed?
Our Classroom Expectations
Respect for everyone's learning Active participation and engagement Supporting each other's growth Taking responsibility for your learning Asking for help when needed Celebrating mistakes as learning opportunities
Welcome to Your Learning Adventure!
You are valued members of Team Iwa Every day brings new opportunities to grow Your teacher believes in your potential Together we'll achieve amazing things Questions? Let's talk!