A pragmatic yet reflective leader, Barbara Bowen from Tahunanui School in Nelson noted that her school is only now being really affected by the pandemic with growing numbers of sick students and staff and very few relievers. Barbara describes a number of strategies she has used to support her school community while still maintaining a focus on students’ learning. She reflects on what the new normal might be and raises the need for a national discussion on what our education system needs to look like in the future.
About the school
Tahunanui School
Location
Nelson
School type
Y1-6 Co-educational state primary
Approximate roll
260
Principal
Barbara Bowen