New Zealand Principals Federation

'Principal Spotlight' is an initiative driven by NZPF to highlight the inspiring work of principals across Aotearoa.
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By spotlighting our peers we lift morale, strengthen connection, and help attract and inspire future leaders. It’s a chance to pause, reflect and feel proud of the difference you make every day.
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A massive thank you to Sarah Davies of Stoke School for featuring in this issue of 'Principal Spotlight'!
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Principal Spotlight, Issue Sixteen Highlighting the Inspiring Work of Principals Across Aotearoa

'Principal Spotlight' is an initiative driven by NZPF to highlight the inspiring work of principals across Aotearoa.
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By spotlighting our peers we lift morale, strengthen connection, and help attract and inspire future leaders. It’s a chance to pause, reflect and feel proud of the difference you make every day.
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A massive thank you to Corinne Guthrie of St Mary's School Dunedin for featuring in this issue of 'Principal Spotlight'!
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📰 Click below to read the full article.
📩 Make your own submission using the link in our bio.

Principal Spotlight, Issue Fifteen Highlighting the Inspiring Work of Principals Across Aotearoa

Sir Ian Taylor’s (KNZM) journey is a remarkable reflection of New Zealand's technological and cultural evolution. His early years were marked by a diverse range of experiences. From working in the freezing works during school holidays to performing as a rock and roll singer through the vibrant 60s and 70s, he embraced the cultural and social shifts of the times.

In 1990, Ian founded Animation Research Ltd (ARL) in Dunedin, which has since become a global leader in innovative technology solutions, covering major sports events worldwide and branching into diverse ventures.

Ian credits his team’s open-mindedness and ‘can-do’ spirit, reflecting the ingenuity of New Zealand’s approach to problem-solving.

To hear more from Ian Taylor, register for the ICP Convention 2026 today!
https://www.icp2026nz.com/programme/keynote-speakers

ICP 2026 is as much about bringing global education leaders to New Zealand as it is about showcasing Aotearoa to them. The New Zealand International Convention Centre is the perfect venue for this. With its foundational focus on te ao Māori and tikanga, principals from across the motu and the world will experience the rich traditions of Aotearoa New Zealand.

https://nzicc.co.nz/plan-your-event/cultural-connections/

NZPF President Jason Miles spoke to RNZ’s Guyon Espiner about AI use in schools and the need for a nationally consistent and government-led approach.

Listen to the interview here:

ERO fears AI is damaging to children's critical thinking The Education Review Office says most schools are using artificial intelligence, but, fear it is damaging children's critical thinking. In a new report, it said that AI was becoming part of everyday school life, but, teachers and principals want more formal guidance from the ministry on how to use i...

🌱 The International Confederation of Principals’ Convention 2026 (ICP 2026) full event programme is out now.

📌 Check out all the details at www.icp2026nz.com and start planning your itinerary. If you haven’t registered yet, tickets are still available for principals and senior school leaders!

💭 Updates, Insights, and Inspiration from NZPF
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PRINCIPAL MATTERS ISSUE 10, 29 JULY 2026 President's Message

Traditional classrooms are being called king by the Minister, but we know that one size doesn’t fit all and that there are pros and cons to every classroom layout.

Last week, NZPF executive member and principal of Lemonwood Grove School Blair Dravitski spoke to John Campbell about how his school layout works, why he won’t be putting walls up, and how he’s still waiting for the Minister to visit.

Listen here: https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/education/782362/schools-weigh-in-on-open-plan-versus-traditional-classrooms-amid-changes