Principal Possum

This blog is about my thoughts on schools and learning and how we might lead in those spaces. After 20 years of principalship at Opotiki College and Hobsonville Point Secondary School (Foundation Principal) I now operate a consultancy, HMWLead, to support school leaders. I spend my spare time running ultramarathons, listening to vinyl records and keeping an eye on what my family is up to. They all surprise me.

Monday, October 12, 2026

Creating The Conditions That Support Our Wellbeing In The Classroom - Part 2: Purpose and Emotional Culture

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  In my last post I focused on the first part of a hunch I have about how we can maintain and sustain our own wellbeing and resilience. My h...
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Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Creating The Conditions That Support Our Wellbeing In The Classroom - Part 1

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Well, hello there; it’s been a while. Like many, I have been a bit overwhelmed with the massive change being imposed on the education sector...
Wednesday, January 28, 2026

How Might We Reimagine Learning Design and Support Authentic, Meaningful Learning?

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My last few posts have been exploring a framework that combines Restorative Practice, Teaching to the North East and  the combination of Age...
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