WE ARE TEAM MĀTANGINUI

rmason@centralnormal.school.nz

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Ko Rachel tōku ingoa

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Tena koutou katoa Kia Ora koutou!

I’m Rachel Mason and I have the privilege of being Team Leader of Mātanginui - our senior school team full of amazing Year 4, 5 and 6 students. Along with the students, I am super lucky to be leading a team of incredible kaiako and just know this year we are going to have so much fun together! An ongoing highlight for me is getting to know the students in our team and in our wider kura, along with all of their amazing whānau, and seeing them thrive in their learning each and every day - that’s what makes this job so special!

In my spare time I enjoy playing netball, heading out along our beautiful river walks here in Te Papaioea with my little Foxy dog Daisy and husband Tyler, and spending quality time with my beautiful family and friends.

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Kia ora e te whanau o te Kura Tuatahi o Papaioea,

I am Kane Fawcett but I am known as Matua Kane to the ākonga (learners). It is my privilege to teach Akomanga 1 this year. My experience includes teaching in both Palmy, and also overseas for about 14 years. I have been at Central for a year and a half. It is my belief that learners should be empowered to have ownership of their learning. Working collaboratively is a common site in my classroom. We are all different, and different people are good at different things, but I strongly believe we should all aim to be the best that we can be. I see my job is to support ākonga to do this.

In my spare time you will find me in the garden, building something, playing my guitar, or hanging out with my wife and two children.

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Kia Ora and Bula!

I’m Sinal Nand, and I’m excited to teach Akomango 2 this year. Originally from Fiji, I bring 10 years of teaching experience, including ECE and primary school. I’m passionate about giving every child the opportunity to grow and reach their potential.

Outside the classroom, I enjoy playing and coaching rugby and football. When I’m not teaching or coaching, you’ll find me exploring Aotearoa with my wife Preetika and our daughter Naavya. Looking forward to a fantastic year with our Year 5 and 6 tamariki!

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Kia ora! My name is Sarah Carpendale, the students at Central Normal School know me as Mrs C.

I have been a primary teacher for 14 years. Myself, my husband and two children have been living in Palmerston North for 3 years. Previous to that, we spent 3 years living a busy life in Melbourne, Australia where I had the opportunity to develop my teaching skills as a STEM Specialist Teacher at a local primary school and as a Teaching Associate at Monash University.

However, Aotearoa called me home! I pride myself on being a kiwi and I originally come from the small farming town of Te Kuiti. As a teacher, I value the relationships and connections I develop with my ākonga, their whānau and the wider community. I enjoy the variation that comes with teaching all areas of the NZ Curriculum, however my passion is teaching Science and STEM.

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Kia ora koutou.

Ko Jess Lanceley tōku ingoa.

I am incredibly excited to be a part of the Mātanginui team at Central Normal School - Te Kura Tuatahi o Papaioea again this year! I will be in Akomanga 5, working alongside a fantastic group of Year 5-6 tamariki.

As a kaiako, I place emphasis on developing and maintaining strong relationships with the students in my class, students across the school, and their whānau. Within the classroom, I will always strive to foster an inclusive environment where all students have the opportunity to flourish and achieve their goals.

In my personal time, I love being outdoors, exploring new places, and spending time with my whānau and friends.

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Talofa! O lo’u igoa o Galatia Rose.

I am excited to be teaching Year 4’s in Akomanga 14 this year. I am looking forward to supporting your child through their learning journey this year.

I love empowering your tamariki to be their best and building their self confidence. I am passionate about encouraging creativity, especially through the visual arts.

In my spare time I will usually be hanging with my family - my 5 year old and my partner. I love being outdoors, keeping my indoor plants alive, reading and being creative.

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Kia Ora!

Kō Hannah Forth tōku ingoa.

I am excited to be teaching Year 4 & 5 in akomanga 16 this year! I am looking forward to learning all about the ākonga and finding ways to support their education this year!

I love teaching all areas of the curriculum, especially the Arts. I aim to create a learning environment where ākonga can thrive to be their best, incorporating inclusiveness and acceptance.

When I am not in the classroom I enjoy gardening and exploring Aotearoa with my partner and our dog Bo.

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Kia ora koutou. I am Lesley Blackmore, and I’m excited to be teaching in Akomanga 15 this year. I am committed to working alongside your children, helping them to learn life and communication skills creating a better society in the future.

At home I’m deeply involved with my family, who bring me great joy and I also enjoy training horses. I find peace and harmony in my large vegetable and flower garden too. Nga mihi.

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Kia ora e te whānau.

Ko Zoe Hunter-Pryde tōku ingoa.

This year marks my first year as a Primary School kaiako where I have been lucky enough to begin my journey in Akomanga 3.

From 2019-2023 I worked alongside under 5 year olds in the Early Childhood Sector, however I realised my true passion lay with the older tamariki.

Over the years I have learnt the importance of whānaungatanga - meaning relationships are something I particularly focus on nurturing in my class.

Overall, I aim to develop an inclusive and empowering learning space where my ākonga go home with a full cup each day!

In my spare time you’ll find me by the water either fishing or enjoying Rā with my partner Jossh.

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Kia ora!

Ko Jessica Thomas tōku ingoa

My name is Jessica Thomas (the tamariki know me as Whaea J) and I am the student teacher in Akomanga 5 this year. I am studying my Graduate Diploma in Learning and Teaching through Massey University and will be in the classroom three days a week. I feel very grateful that I get to learn alongside Whaea Jess, and work with all of the amazing tamariki in Akomanga 5.

In my spare time I enjoy cooking for my whānau and friends, or spending time in the garden with my children.