Queenstown Learning Village

“It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes young people to create a thriving and regenerative community."

Do you remember that one person who took a chance on you?
Now might be your time to give back and shine.
We would love to hear from you!

Queenstown Learning Village Building a bridge for our students and school leavers to connect with our Local Heroes - for Innovation & Regeneration.

"Most new technologies do not support children developing into creative thinkers — many are designed just to deliver entertainment or instruction."
Mitchel Resnick teaches at MIT’s Media Lab group and develops technology that children CAN control and shape, using it to make their own interactive stories, games, animations, and robotic constructions.

We need more CREATIVE THINKERS in our world/communities today, as it becomes more and more complex (more complex than ever). To thrive as human beings - we MUST think in entirely new ways!

We need to strengthen our communities and our capabilities, introduce our rangitahi to the exciting and diverse opportunities that lie on their doorstep, to grow people committed to their community, innovation, and regeneration.

Children should engage with technology they can shape — this builds creativity, work skills and a voice: Mitchel Resnick "Most new technologies do not support children developing into creative thinkers — many are designed just to deliver entertainment or instruction. Our MIT group de-velops technology which children can control and shape, using it to make their own interactive sto-ries, games, animations and robotic...

Research shows people with strong and broad social relationships are happier, healthier, and live longer.

Whether it’s with family members, friends, workmates, social or community groups, connecting with others is important for your happiness and sense of self-worth. Hei pikinga waiora!
Awesome mahi (Mental Health Awareness Week Queenstown) Wakatipu High School!
Let's grow Connected People, committed to the well-being of our Community!
“It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes young people to create a thriving and regenerative village."

Loving our FREE Rangitahi Holiday Program @ Te Atamira . Explore innovative ways to up-cycle found materials with local hero & jewellery designer, Kay Turner. Learn about new sculpting techniques and Origami Printmaking with our local gem & accredited Art teacher, Michelle. There's something special for everyone. Join us! https://www.teatamira.nz/events/october-school-holidays-13-18?fbclid=IwAR2a3BjWgaGGVUn4_4VMLw3Xn0xQkb9X_u4-3A2GwI2u3KjMdo_Pqo_3ugk

October School Holidays Workshops - Ages 13 - 18 Join us as we explore the Arts in a fun and engaging way. Each programme enhances creativity and imagination through a range of activities. FREE Ages 13 - 18 Tuesday - Thursday 12pm - 2pm

The Local Curriculum in Action - "Learning that engages the world changes the world.” Great mahi Wakatipu Reforestation Trust, Queenstown Primary School and Kiwi Park : )!

So good : ) The Whakatipu Youth Trust is announcing their new Youth Wardrobe! 😍
"We are passionate about supporting young people to ensure their basic needs are met. Clothing and footwear are essential, and support our young rangatahi to feel warm, dry, and confident."

The Whakatipu Youth Trust are excited to announce our new Youth Wardrobe! 😍

We are passionate about supporting young people to ensure their basic needs are met. Clothing and footwear are essential, and supports young people to feel warm, dry, and confident. Having the Youth wardrobe located at the Whakatipu Youth Trust means direct access to quality clothing for rangatahi. This will greatly assist the young people who are involved in our services and supports. We are seeking quality items for those aged 10 + of any gender.
We would be grateful for donations of good quality clothing/footwear such as:
Jackets
Jumpers
Merinos/thermals
Sleepwear
New socks
Shoes
We do ask that all donations are good quality items only. Please share this amongst your colleagues, friends, family, and wider community.

For any communications and to arrange donation drop off’s, please reply to: [email protected]

Another great event! - Thriving with Dyslexia and Neurodiversity - Our Frankton Library - Queenstown Lakes District Libraries and Queenstown Lakes District Libraries are bringing six guest speakers for a FREE community event to encourage the conversation and raise awareness around Dyslexia and Neurodiversity in our Community.
Please register for your ticket
https://events.humanitix.com/meaningful-conversations-community-k-rero-on-thriving-with-dyslexia-and-neurodiversity
When: Thursday, 13 Oktober, 6.30 - 8.00pm
Where: The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments & Lakeside Residences

Meaningful Conversations: Community Kōrero on Thriving with Dyslexia and Neurodiversity, Queenstown, Thu 13th Oct 2022, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm NZDT | Humanitix Join our community kōrero about thriving with dyslexia and neurodiversity. In celebration of Dyslexia Awareness Week (5 – 11 October), QLDC Libraries are bringing together six guest speakers for this FREE community event to encourage the conversation around neurodiversity and dyslexia. Take time ...

CALLING ALL COMMUNITY & FOOD LOVERS
Come along to a free family-friendly workshop Sunday 2nd Oct at Lake Hayes Pavillon 12- 3pm to explore why we might want to eat and grow food locally.
Carlos from Royalburn station will share his experience : ). What do we mean by locally grown food? How can we as a community enjoy regenerative, diverse, and ethical food production? How can we leave the land in a better condition than it was before us? How can we grow and raise food to feed and nourish people, in a way that honors and respects animals and the environment, and ultimately connects us to the land? This event is so timely and so important. Please register for your ticket at Eventbrite. Will we see you?
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Public Workshop: Locally Grown Food Shaping our Future is hosting a public workshop about locally grown food. Guest speaker Carlos Bagrie from Royalburn Station

Never before have dyslexic-thinking skills been needed so much; by reshaping education now, we can unlock the potential for our communities of tomorrow.

The True Gifts of a Dyslexic Mind | Dean Bragonier | TEDxMarthasVineyard In this inspiring talk, advocate and educator Dean Bragonier offers a different take on Dyslexia. By looking at the unique mindset of Dyslexics as a strength...

Cognitive/Neuro diversity is critical to creative problem-solving and is essential in tackling our big challenges.
Here is a great animation : )

The Power of Diverse Thinking | Matthew Syed Success is no longer about individual talent, knowledge or skill. Success is about freeing ourselves from the blind spots that beset us all, and pooling our ...