Western Bay of Plenty Region
Overview
Life Education Trust Western Bay of Plenty Region was formed in 1993. We deliver the Life Education programme to over 7,500 children at 25 primary and intermediate schools between Katikati and Otamarakau.
We could not deliver the programme without the ongoing support of our major sponsors, Grace Hospital and Mainfreight Tauranga.
Grace Hospital provides a motor vehicle for our Educator to travel to the schools.
Mainfreight Tauranga move our mobile classroom and our lovable mascot Harold the Giraffe from school to school.
We are very fortunate that the Trust is supported by many Western Bay businesses.
Our Major Sponsors:
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Our Funders and Supporters:
Our people:
- Debbie Given - Chair
- Keryn Jarvis - Vice Chair/ Trustee
- Tiffany Rowe - Treasurer/ Trustee
- Astrid Martin - Trustee
- Mel Taylor - Trustee
- Kathryn Esterman - Trustee
- Shelley Blakey - Trustee
- Helena Brocket - Executive Officer
- Chantelle Smith - Educator
Our Educator: Chantelle Smith
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After completing a Bachelor of Education (Teaching Primary) in Tauranga, Chantelle moved back down to the Kapiti coast, where she is originally from. Chantelle spent 10 years teaching in Kapiti, which included over 3 years in a multi-level classroom, with tamariki in Years 5-8. Having gained this teaching experience it was time for a change and so Chantelle joined Life Education in 2020. “When I saw the opportunity to work for Life Education in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, I jumped at it! I had always loved Life Education both as a child and as a teacher with my own class. I love being able to travel to different schools and teach in such a dynamic space. I am passionate about empowering our tamariki with knowledge and skills to make the best choices. Having so much fun with Harold along the way is a bonus.” |
Contact details:
Chairperson: Debbie Given, [email protected]
Executive Officer: Helena Brocket, 027 483 6982, [email protected]
Educator: Chantelle Smith, ph 027 247 8788, [email protected]