New Zealand Principal Magazine

2026 Term 2 May Issue

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Curriculum reform takes centre stage this term: Steph Thompson examines leadership agency in a tightening system, while John O'Neill asks where principals can still find their freedom and opportunity to lead. Alex Maplesden visits founding principal Jo Grant at brand-new kura Te Rau Horopito, and there's practical guidance on handling ERO reports, letters of expectation, and making sport accessible for every student.