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Talanoa Ako Series-Back to School 2026 Week 2

Talanoa Ako Series-Back to School 2026 Week 2

By: Pacific Media Network
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Talanoa Ako: Back to School Series – Week 2 | Goals & Aspirations

Kick off the new school year with reflection, fresh starts, and meaningful goal-setting activities for you and your child. In this episode, we explore how parents and caregivers can play an active role in keeping young people engaged, motivated, and on track at school.We guide you through practical prompts to help shape your child’s journey:

  • My child’s goals are…
  • As parents, we will support by…
  • We will celebrate success by…
  • The key people who can help my child are…

Discover how to set clear aspirations and celebrate achievements together as a family. Get started today by downloading the Talanoa Ako digital app from the Google Play Store, and begin exploring goal-setting features and tips with your child.

Sessions delivered in 7 Pacific languages – Cook Island Māori, Fijian, Niuean, Samoan, Tokelauan, Tongan and Tuvaluan as well as in English

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  • Talanoa Ako: Back to School Series – Week 2 | Goals & Aspirations
    Feb 13 2026

    Talanoa Ako: Back to School Series – Week 2 | Goals & Aspirations


    Kicking off Week 2 of Talanoa Ako with one of the educators who knows our rangatahi well. Lui Lorenc-Lafou St Patrick’s College, Silverstream Wellington.


    As the New Year unfolds, this is a powerful time for families to pause, reflect, and set clear goals with their children. In this episode, we focus on goals and aspirations, why they matter, how to talk about them at home, and practical ways parents and caregivers can support learning beyond the classroom.

    Parents and caregivers play a critical role in keeping young people motivated, confident, and engaged at school. Talanoa Ako creates space for open, honest korero that strengthens the partnership between home and school.

    Our children’s futures start with the conversations we have today.


    Listen now on Spotify and iHeartRadio & 531piyoutube

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    23 mins
  • PMN Tuvalu Talanoa ako Back to School Series 2026 Week 2 (Te ‘gana Tuvalu)
    Feb 11 2026

    Talanoa Ako: Back to School Series – Week 2 | Goals & Aspirations

    Kicking off Week 2 of Talanoa Ako with one of the educators who knows our rangatahi well. Meli Kaveinga Birdwood School, Auckland.

    As the New Year unfolds, this is a powerful time for families to pause, reflect, and set clear goals with their children. In this episode, we focus on goals and aspirations, why they matter, how to talk about them at home, and practical ways parents and caregivers can support learning beyond the classroom. Parents and caregivers play a critical role in keeping young people motivated, confident, and engaged at school. Talanoa Ako creates space for open, honest korero that strengthens the partnership between home and school. Our children’s futures start with the conversations we have today.

    Listen now on Spotify and iHeartRadio & 531piyoutube

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    28 mins
  • PMN Fiji Talanoa Ako-Back to School Series 2026 Week 2 (Vosa Vaka Viti)
    Feb 11 2026

    Talanoa Ako – Week 2 | Goals & Aspirations.

    Kicking off Week 2 of Talanoa Ako with two educators who know our rangatahi well. Samuela Siliasau of Ako Mātātupu Auckland & Angela Lesienaivalu-Fisher of Avondale College.

    As the New Year unfolds, this is a powerful time for families to pause, reflect, and set clear goals with their children. In this episode, we focus on goals and aspirations, why they matter, how to talk about them at home, and practical ways parents and caregivers can support learning beyond the classroom.
    Parents and caregivers play a critical role in keeping young people motivated, confident, and engaged at school. Talanoa Ako creates space for open, honest korero that strengthens the partnership between home and school. Our children’s futures start with the conversations we have today.

    Listen now on Spotify and iHeartRadio & 531piyoutube

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    38 mins
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