Frustrated by the lack of useful information for better utilising your Science Technician? Former President of STANZ and current Cluster Coordinator for Central Auckland, Arwen Heyworth, Onehunga High School, offers some useful tips: Many years ago, when I was a new science technician, I was given an article about using support staff effectively by a colleague. Initially, […]
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How much has the school science laboratory changed over the past three decades? From handwritten labels and paper inventories to digital technology, tighter health and safety requirements, and an increasingly specialised role, Lab Manager Raewyn Keene (Waikato Diocesan School for Girls) reflects on 30 years of change—and the enduring value of practical science. Over the […]
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Find out how a childhood fascination with insects, microscopes and the tiny creatures hidden from view led Dr Marina Klemm into a career exploring some of the world’s most mysterious environments. In the latest addition to our Where Can Science Take You? poster series, discover how Marina combines biology, oceanography and environmental DNA (eDNA) to […]
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From geology and mining in Western Australia to leading science and agriculture at a rural Southland school, Jenna Halder has taken an unconventional path into teaching. In this Q&A, Jenna shares how local contexts, hands-on learning and strong community connections help bring science to life for students at Central Southland College and reflects on the […]
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Science fairs can provoke mixed feelings among teachers. They offer students the chance to follow their curiosity and develop real-world science skills, but for teachers, they can bring extra workload and parent-built projects. NZASE chats with Amanda Hood of St Patrick’s College, Wellington, about why she believes science fairs remain worthwhile, her role in relaunching […]
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The latest NZASE newsletter, sent on 3 June, is now available online. Highlights include curriculum updates, survey links, resources, upcoming science education events and key dates for teachers. This issue also features Dr Alison Campbell reflecting on two decades supporting NZ Scholarship Biology students, insights from teachers and a recent recipient on the challenges and […]
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Find out how a difficult childhood in South Auckland and a fascination with the Apollo Moon landings led Max Alexander into an extraordinary career photographing astronauts, galaxies and some of the world’s most powerful telescopes. In the latest addition to our science career poster series, explore the world of astronomy and astrophotography through Max’s work […]
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From overwintering at an Antarctic research station and discovering a novel antifreeze protein in marine bacteria to teaching science on the streams and rocky shores of Tairāwhiti, Dr Sarah Boyle’s education journey has been shaped by a lifelong fascination with the natural world. In this Q&A, the Gisborne Boys’ High School science and biology teacher […]
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Kate Horton, the new owner of Books for Kids in Hamilton has provided NZASE members with a 10% discount code to be used across her range of books. Please only share with NZASE members. Use: NZASE10 online or instore. Books for Kids has been serving young Kiwi readers since 1970. Now owned and operated by Kate, Hamilton’s iconic independent […]
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Science teachers from around the country will swap lesson plans and classrooms for cutting-edge research later this month, as a series of professional development days gives secondary biology teachers the chance to hear directly from scientists behind some of New Zealand’s latest discoveries. The annual Maurice Wilkins Centre Teacher Professional Development Days, held in association […]
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