What’s happening with technology at the Trust
Our Technology Programme is all about improving the tools and systems Kōhanga Reo kaimahi and whānau use day-to-day.
Find out more about our key projects below.
We’re inviting Kōhanga Reo Kaiwhakarite or Tiamana to request an alias to their formal email address which can be based on the name of their Kōhanga Reo. This provides a more personal and user-friendly email address to share with people who you engage with often.
All emails sent to the either the formal email address, or the more user friendly one will end up in the same inbox for the Kaiwhakarite to review.
Review the Frequently asked questions resources to learn more. Click here to open a video on Your frequently asked questions.
Complete the Request renaming of Kōhanga Reo email form and provide two potential options for a name-based email alias.
This year, we’re rolling out new devices to Kōhanga Reo across the motu using the specific funding we have for this. After delays due to Covid, supply chain issues, and natural disasters, it’s all finally happening this year.
Our aim is to provide a consistent, modern technology environment across all Kōhanga Reo so that you have the hardware, software and networking services expected of a modern work environment. Better tools will help technology “get out of the way” and allow maximum focus on the needs of mokopuna and whānau.
We’ll work with whānau at each Kōhanga Reo to find out what type of devices will suit your needs, and then will place the orders and support delivery and set up of the new devices when they arrive.
Watch the video to hear about what’s on offer from Tumu Whakarae, Angus Hartley, Manager – Kaupapa Support Services, Sonny Thomas, and Procurement Manager, Ngarama Haerewa.
See the Product bundles and 2 degrees info guide and Brother printer flyer for more information about what’s available.
We’re working with Tari ā-Rohe to take a staged approach so that we can provide a good level of support throughout this process. We’ll arrange to spend time in each Tari ā-Rohe and at individual Kōhanga Reo to provide training and technical support as needed.
If you wish to purchase additional devices or peripherals (such as monitors, keyboards or mice), opt into a 2 degrees plan, or take up the Brother printer offer, then you will need to provide whānau hui minutes confirming that the deduction for the cost of these items can come from the drawdown.
A rebate option will be in place for those Kōhanga Reo who have recently purchased new devices through the Trust. See the Frequently Asked Questions for more information on the rebate process and criteria.
While Te Ara Hiko will be proactively booking calls with each Kōhanga Reo, there is also be a ‘Book a Call’ option for whānau to use to connect with technical support as needed.
Resources
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Request renaming of Kohanga Reo email
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Frequently asked questions about email alias
Frequently asked questions about email alias
Your frequently asked questions about email alias -
Teams Background Setup Guide
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Email Alias - Frequently Asked Questions
Email Alias - Frequently Asked Questions
Download179.3KB pdfReview these frequently asked questions to gain an understanding of what an email alias is, why we are offering these, how to request one, and more. -
Desktop computer setup guide
Desktop computer setup guide
How to unbox and setup your new desktop device. -
Laptop computer setup guide
Laptop computer setup guide
How to unbox and setup your new laptop device. -
Tablet setup guide
Tablet setup guide
Unboxing and setting up a new tablet device. -
Technology Programme Update
Technology Programme Update
New technology rollout in Tāmaki Makaurau.
BOOK A CALL
Click to Book a call with Te Ara Hiko.
We are looking forward to getting the new devices out to you!
Supporting resources
Pātai?
If you have any pātai, comments or feedback about these projects, we’d love to hear from you - please contact [email protected].