The Mana Kit

Building Prestige, Purpose, and Personal Growth in Your School Community

The MANA Kit is a powerful resource designed specifically for New Zealand schools, with content tailored for both students and teachers. Rooted in the Māori concept of mana—which refers to prestige, authority, influence, and respect earned through one’s actions and integrity—this kit provides practical tools and strategies to strengthen personal reputation, school pride, and a culture of achievement.

[Download a sample section in PDF]

[Purchase the Paperback version on Amazon and get the link to the Google Doc version for Free!]

More than just a character-building resource, the MANA Kit is about supporting the development of self-discipline, personal responsibility, and positive behaviour, while celebrating success and encouraging growth.

This kit (of over 160 pages) is divided into two sections:

• One for staff, focused on leading with mana and fostering a culture of excellence
  
• One for students, focused on building personal mana through self-awareness, respect, and skill development

Both are fully customisable once you take a copy onto your Google Drive.

This make it much easier for you than a book as once you get your copy onto your Google Drive, you can slice and dice sections, copy and paste, add your name or school, copy off a lesson plan, handout or templates, etc. to use as individual sections for you class or a lesson that you want to create!

It’s ideal for school-wide implementation or to be used within pastoral care, classroom programmes, or leadership development.

What You’ll Receive:

• A full PDF version for easy reading and printing
  
• A fully editable Google Docs version for adapting to your school’s needs
  
• Immediate digital download access upon purchase
  

Content Outline:

Section 1: For Staff – Building School and Student Mana

Understanding Mana in the School Context

• What is Mana?
  
• Mana and the School’s Reputation
  
• The Role of Teachers in Building Collective Mana
  

Modelling Mana Through Leadership

• Leading by Example: Professionalism and Presence
  
• Building Respectful Relationships with Students
  
• Using Mana to Inspire School Culture
  

Creating a Culture of Achievement

• Setting High Expectations and Supporting Success
  
• Recognising Student Progress and Growth
  
• Encouraging Whānau and Community Involvement
  

Teaching for Personal Growth and Skill Development

• Embedding Growth Mindset Practices
  
• Building Student Confidence and Self-Worth
  
• Integrating Mana-Enhancing Values in the Classroom
  

Tools and Resources for Teachers

• Reflection Templates: Mana in My Teaching
  
• Goal Setting Plans for Student Success
  
• Behaviour Support Strategies Aligned with Mana Values
  
• Lesson plans, handouts, forms and templates

Section 2: For Students – Building Your Personal Mana

What is Mana and Why Does it Matter?

• Understanding Personal Mana
  
• Your Mana and the School’s Reputation
  
• Everyday Ways to Build Your Mana
  

Respect and Responsibility

• Respecting Yourself and Others
  
• Owning Your Choices and Actions
  
• How to Handle Mistakes Without Losing Mana
  

Striving for Success

• Setting Goals and Working Towards Them
  
• Staying Motivated and Managing Challenges
  
• Celebrating Small Wins and Big Achievements
  

Building Skills for Life

• Communication and Teamwork
  
• Resilience and Emotional Strength
  
• Making Good Decisions
  

Supporting Others to Grow Their Mana

• Being a Positive Influence
  
• Standing Up for What’s Right
  
• Helping Friends Without Judgement
  

Activities and Self-Reflection

• Mana-Building Journal Prompts
  
• Group Activities to Grow Respect and Trust
• Personal Progress Checklist

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Equip your school with a resource that uplifts, empowers, and builds a strong sense of identity and pride—for every student, every teacher, and your school as a whole.