Secondary award recipients 2013
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Aitken, Grant
Paeroa College
To investigate the future of learning and the implications this might have for school systems, classroom practice and student achievement.
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Betty, Christopher
Tuakau College
Examine various principals' use of and competence in te Reo Maori and any effects this has on Maori student achievement.
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Bovaird, Stephen
Lynfield College
Investigate how to implement an individual computer device programme (1:1 device).
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Corkery, Michael
John McGlashan College
To research and explore the nature of inspiring leadership, particularly within the context and culture of boys' secondary schools; and to research the coaching paradigm and consider the extent to which it might contribute to effective professional development for current and emerging educational leaders.
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De Castro, Beryl
Tararua College
Investigate schools running successful academies in order to enhance engagement of students, retention of senior students and connections with community at Tararua College.
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Fava, Peter
St Bernard's College
To study a) student behaviour management, b) Catholic life and culture.
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Gellen, Jennifer
Waitara High School
An investigation into how well Waitara High School is preparing students for university and what are other secondary schools are doing to lift the tail.
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Hanton, Nigel
Wellington High School & Com Ed Centre
To investigate some areas of school-based best practice in leadership and change management, taking into account the key themes of Kiwi Leadership for Principals and the BES School Leadership and Student Outcomes: Identifying What Works and Why in order to provide a New Zealand context.
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Harris, Ngaire
Hauraki Plains College
To develop a deeper understanding around the issues and strategies for building student-centered leadership capability within a school community.
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Heyes, John
Mangere College
Gain knowledge in developments in mentoring, especially academic counselling of students and advice and guidance for graduate teachers following non-standard pathways. Secondly, gain understanding on how the Teach First programme is working in schools in England and/or Australia.
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Impey, Susan
Alfriston College
To research Studio Schools' approach to curriculum delivery and the CREATE skills framework on which their curriculum is based.
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Jackways, Maurice
Ormiston Senior College
How sustainable is the philosophy of personalised learning and the commitment to student responsibility on both the staff and students in a senior secondary school? how might this impact student achievement?
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Johnson, Monica
Marist College
Authentic Catholic education in the Marist Tradition - how this is reflected in the practices, policies and procedures.
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Jones, Mark
Mackenzie College
Research the contribution of defined Cognitive Acceleration based thinking skills programmes to student achievement at secondary level.
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Joyce, Annette
Rotorua Girls' High School
Analyse a decade at Rotorua Girl's High School to raise student achievement, particularly Māori achievement, by investigating a number of initiatives undertaken by the school.
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Kane, Anthony
Kapiti College
To look at initiatives in similar medium sized secondary schols to motivate students in minority groups. To study approaches to academies in secondary schools.
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Kidd, Gavin
Ellesmere College
To investigate strategies to enhance the professional learning and growth of teaching staff and myself, in order to further improve student learning and achievement
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Mackle, Greg
Gisborne Boys' High School
To investigate the senior Leadership programme; 'ylead'. To investigate professional learning focused on enhancing teacher/curriculum/school student achievement.
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Mangan, Robert
Tauranga Boys' College
Undertake an investigation into the role that rites of passage, rituals and traditions play in engaging boys in their schools.
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McGuinness, Paul
Campion College
Review literature on personalising learning for students, focusing on project-based, real-world experiences; and develop a model to be used by a secondary school.
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Menzies, Roger
Feilding High School
Research a number of issues that could have a positive impact on the achievement of students at Feilding High School.
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Moore, Gary
Rutherford College
Investigate current coaching and mentoring models in the New Zealand educational setting to engage family and whānau with schools.
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O'Shea, Gary
Nelson College
Analyse school infrastructures and programmes in NZ and Victoria that promote and reinforce a culture of positive, open and supportive relationships between teachers and students.
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Ofner, Sheryll
Selwyn College
Revitalise personal leadership vision and practice; research best practice in overseas secondary schools that have succeeded in winning community confidence where student achievement has been lifted.
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Olsen, Paul
St Kevins College (Oamaru)
To investigate and observe initiatives aimed at increasing student engagement and achievement and to deepen personal understanding of education in the Edmund Rice tradition.
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Petherick, Barry
Waiopehu College
Investigate specific academic programmes and pastoral support systems that positively influence educational outcomes for Pasifika students.
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Ropati, Iva
Howick College
Explore the relevance of sport and PE in lifting student achievement and raising standards.
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Russell, Colin
Dunstan High School
To investigate best-practice strategies for improving student motivation, engagement and achievement; and to take part in a Principals' Overseas Study Tour to Australia.
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Sawaya, Rosaleen
Sacred Heart Girls' College (New Plymouth)
Enhance professional learning to make a positive impact on the school community in terms of reporting and personalised learning plans, exploring academic mentoring of students.
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Shanahan, Mark
Waitakere College
Strategies for schools to improve retention and academic achievement for Māori and Pasifika students.
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Shevland, Kate
Orewa College
Technology enabled programmes in Victoria and New South Wales.
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Swindells, Neal
St John's College (Hastings)
Research into improving teacher performance by looking at difference models of teacher coaching and appraisals. Look at how effective teacher portfolios are in developing reflective teachers and in improving teacher performance.
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Vanderlaan, Thomas
Waiuku College
Visits schools who have been involved in the Te Kotahitanga programme for 5 years or more to look at: development of middle managers as learning leaders, particularly in improving practice in relation to the Effective Teacher Profile; sustainability of Te Kotahitanga practices in schools that are no longer funded to be part of the programme.
