A visit to Jay's Whakairo Shed.

Today was an inspirational day.  I was invited by Jay to visit Otamatea High School to have a look at her whakairo shed.  

I was impressed with the set up and how well resourced the shed was.  It was great to see the quality of the chisels and tools which shows she values the students and expects quality mahi.  I learnt so much from her today.  One of my greatest challenges next year will be getting my head around NCEA assessments and Unit standards but thanks to Jay, I was able to look at some exemplars.

I met two of her students (Year 12 girls) who were a part of the team that worked on a commissioned waharoa for Whangarei Heads Primary School.  It was erected inside the shed for an open viewing session at lunchtime for students and teachers.  It will then be dismantled and taken to Whangarei Heads School next Tuesday and I'm looking forward to heading along to document the event.

I'm looking forward to the ongoing whanaungatanga with Jay and her students and I'm super excited on the new wero next year.