Wendy Larmer Memorial Award
In 2021, Reggio Emilia Aotearoa New Zealand (REANZ) created the Wendy Larmer Memorial Award in memory of Wendy’s strong passion for the Reggio Approach and her many years of commitment to the REANZ Trust. Wendy passed away in December 2020 after a distinguished career in early childhood education; teacher, centre owner, Ministry of Education Senior Advisor, REANZ Trustee and Chairperson.
Details: $1,000. will be awarded to the Award recipient, to be used within a year from the date it is awarded. The money is to be used for Reggio-inspired professional learning and development either in Aotearoa or overseas. The amount applied for should be identifiable (e.g. registration fees, travel costs, etc). Applications close 31st January 2024.
Criteria: Applicants must be registered early childhood or primary teachers anywhere in Aotearoa New Zealand. Teachers should state:
•Current teaching position
•Recent teaching experience and professional learning
•Description of the professional learning that is the focus of the application
•Benefits for the teacher and the work setting
•Suggested ways in which the professional learning could be disseminated
Successful applicants should be able to engage in the professional learning and/or travel within a year of applying for the award.
Teachers applying for the award should send a letter of application addressed to REANZ trustee, Helen Aitken. at: hmaitken@gmail.com
Applications close 31st January 2024. Click the button below for the application form: