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BECOME A STANZA MEMBER - 2023 MEMBERSHIP

We invite you to become a Stanza member for 2023.

We have two types of membership: Secondary ($100) gives access to mock examination papers and General ($30). All teachers of Spanish in the same institution are included in the same membership.

Please register using the online form.

SENIOR SPANISH INMERSION CAMP

Where: Rotorua

When: Thursday afternoon 25 May- Saturday afternoon 27 May

Cost: $230 per student (includes accommodation, activities and food). $200 per teacher (STANZA teachers $180). Transport is not covered on the fees.

Places are limited to a 100 so this will be on a first in first served basis. Deposit of $30 per student to secure the place. Not refundable. Total payment 2 weeks before the Camp.

Rate of 1 teacher per 15 students per school

Teachers will need to offer and manage at least one activity for students.

For any questions contact Maria Lamberto on m.lamberto@kingscollege.school.nz

AOTEAROA SPANISH LANGUAGE WEEK

SAVE THE DATE!

RESERVA LA FECHA!

14-20 AUGUST 2023

Aotearoa Spanish Language Week is organised by the Latin America Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence (LatAm CAPE) who are committed to bringing Aotearoa New Zealand closer to Latin America and to raising New Zealanders’ awareness of this diverse and dynamic region.

NEW PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTS

MARCH

Quarterly Spanish Cafe (7 Mar)

Cascarones Workshop (28 & 29 Mar)

ABRIL

PPTA Te Wehengarua Education Conference 2023

MAY

Matariki y tradiciones relacionadas en países donde se habla español

JULY

Spanish Immersion Programme Salamanca

ALL YEAR

Language Assistants Programmes in Spain 2023-24

2023 NATIONAL SPANISH DEBATING

SAVE THE DAY FOR THIS YEAR DEBATE!

Term 2 - Tuesday 23 May

Rangitoto College, Auckland

El concurso de debates organizado por STANZA es una oportunidad para que los alumnos avanzados de español (años 11, 12 y 13) demuestren su competencia en la lengua en un contexto académico competitivo.

More information and registration closer to the day.

SENIOR SPANISH QUIZ EVENING 2023

Thursday, 11 May 2023

4:30pm- 6:30pm

Location: Takapuna Grammar School, 210 Lake Rd, Belmont, Auckland

Applications close on Friday 24 March.

The aim is for students to come together and work collaboratively using their language learning knowledge in a fun environment to compete in a trivia night. It will provide students the opportunity to meet Spanish students from other schools. Questions will be based on SPANISH CULTURE, LANGUAGE and GENERAL KNOWLEDGE.

Information and registration

ENCUENTRO DE PROFESORES DE ELE

Friday 17 of February 2023, Auckland

A great PD opportunity to start the year!

Join us for a full day of exciting and practical workshops and networking activities for teachers of Spanish in New Zealand.

Information & Registration

PHOTOS AND PRESENTATIONS of the Jornada available here: Link to photos and presentations

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS IN AOTEAROA

De la Milpa a la Mesa exhibition

Experience a Mexican food journey in Titirangi

De la Milpa a la Mesa takes visitors on a journey of discovery to a country of incredible cultural and ecological diversity. From the farm to the market to the table, food has been the heart and soul of Mexican life for millennia. In this vibrant and interactive space, meet farmers, scientists, vendors, home cooks and chefs from across Mexico. After shows in Wellington, Christchurch, and Foxton, it's now at Te Uru Waitākere Contemporary Gallery in Titirangi, Auckland until 7 May.

New Zealand Language Association Opportunities

2023 NZALT Cluster meetings

NZALT EEP Awards

NZALT Further Study Awards - By 3 Apr

NZALT Student Excellence certificates - By 3 Mar

NZALT Langsem information 2023

NZAFT Launch - Bay of Plenty

NZSLTA Conference 2023 -28-30 Jul, Palmerston N orth

To recieve NZALT Newsletters email coordinator@nzalt.org.nz

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LANGUAGE ASSISTANTS PROGRAMME IN SPAIN 2023-2024

This program allows NZ nationals to be language assistants in Spanish primary and high schools for a school year (October-May) or half a school year (January-May); it is a great opportunity for students and graduates that are interested in another culture and in languages.

Application period: 9 Feb- 4 Apr

Information & Registration

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Follow us on our Social Media to keep up-to-date with Spanish news and website updates

ELENZA list serv

This email group for teachers of Spanish is an excellent source of information and resources.

To register, email the Spanish National Adviser.

Spanish National Adviser

Clara Gómez Jimeno is the National Spanish Adviser. Her role is to support the promotion and development of the Spanish language education in New Zealand.

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