tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1082031273850803585.post5557299618137405303..comments2016-10-29T13:35:38.850+13:00Comments on cheesynz: Indigenous knowledge and cultural responsiveness in my practiceCheesyUKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08872567703991966090noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1082031273850803585.post-45179171137979026242016-10-04T12:49:37.180+13:002016-10-04T12:49:37.180+13:00Claire, this has really made me reflect on the val...Claire, this has really made me reflect on the value and acceptance of cultural values at my own school. It amazes me how even small things can have a big impact if they are carried out sincerely. This year we have made an effort to celebrate all our pacifica language weeks to compliment the maori language week. This simply involves learning appropriate songs for assembly, teaching and encouraging simple phrases during the week and making sure the community was aware of the celebration. While this may seem tokenistic, it has bigger impact than we appreciated. Recently a mother approached our Principal to thank him for our efforts. She explained that she had seen a language week poster on the office window and was immensely proud to see that her language was being acknowledged, used and celebrated. It took us by surprise that such a small thing could improve the connections between our school and the community.Luke Fitzsimonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15394861673108450062noreply@blogger.com