I am a very passionate teacher who challenges, encourages and supports children to achieve their potential as they journey through school. and beyond.  

Encouraging participation and supporting participation in Sport  has been a huge part of mine and my whanau lives growing up from Kawerau JAB rugby, Rotorua Marathons, Hockey and Badminton .our whanau it is about finding a balance between academic opportunities and progress

 and being active.

I am every excited to be  working with the tamariki of Kawerau South School.

As a kaiako, I am passionate about our Localised Curriculum, Te Ao Māori and the Arts. I love learning about the rich pūrakau (stories) our Tūwharetoa iwi and Kawerau holds, and how we can use these pūrakau to engage our tamariki in all curriculum areas. While giving them a sense of belonging and connectedness. 

I strive hard to ensure I am continually finding new ways and skills to support our tamariki to learn. Manaakitanga, whakawhanaungatanga and arohatanga are all values I hold close. 

Kumea ki uta - Pull the tides to shore, strive for everything with great endeavour 

Adventurous, Optimistic, Honest, Curious, Open Minded, Nurturing 

This year marks the beginning of a new and exciting chapter for me at Kawerau South School. I am eager to connect, learn, and foster relationships with all our tamariki, staff, and the wider community. 

What motivates me to teach; is creating an atmosphere for Tamariki that captivates their interests, gives them the confidence to embrace learning, and inspires them to take advantage of all that school has to offer. I'm honoured to have the responsibility to ensure that all students have access to a quality education and a sense of belonging.

Kei te mohio koe ko wai koe, I anga mai koe i hea, kei te mohio koe, kei te anga atu ki hea - We know who we are, where we come from, and where we are going.

What motivates me to teach; is creating an atmosphere for Tamariki that captivates their interests, gives them the confidence to embrace learning, and inspires them to take advantage of all that school has to offer. I'm honoured to have the responsibility to ensure that all students have access to a quality education and a sense of belonging.

Kei te mohio koe ko wai koe, I anga mai koe i hea, kei te mohio koe, kei te anga atu ki hea - We know who we are, where we come from, and where we are going.