Overnight stay at Owae Marae

Here's what:
This week I got to be part of an overnight stay at Owae Marae with the whole school.

So what:
I was not obliged to be part of the Marae stay, but I wanted to be part of this special event in the school life for a few reasons...
1. Learn more about the local Marae, tikanga and traditions.
2. Develop relationships with colleagues, students and whānau.

Now what:
I feel that this stay was significant in my developing knowledge of Māori tikanga. I felt that my involvement in the activities, kitchen,  relationships with students, colleagues and whānau showed my respect for the Māori heritage, language and culture.