Unit 1: Identity & Connections Portfolio Rubric · Phase 2 (Years 4–6)

Purpose

This rubric assesses how well ākonga show connection, values in action, and reflection — without requiring private whakapapa detail. Use roles, initials, symbols, and “choose-your-sharing” options to protect mana.

Suggested evidence: Ngā Hononga template pages, station work, inquiry card reflections, and a short student kōrero.

Rubric

Criteria	Ka tīmata Beginning	E tipu ana Growing	Mārama Confident	Whakamana Strong
Ngā Hononga Connections	Shows 1–2 simple connections (people or place).	Shows several connections (people and place) with a short explanation.	Shows clear connections to people, place, and values with examples.	Shows deep connections and explains how they shape identity and choices.
Ngā Uara Values in action	Names a value but gives little example.	Names 1–2 values and gives a simple example.	Explains 2–3 values and shows how they look in real life.	Connects values to responsibilities and makes a personal commitment.
Whaiwhakaaro Reflection	Shares one thing learned.	Shares what was learned and one next step.	Explains learning with reasons (“because…”) and a clear next step.	Reflects thoughtfully, including how learning might help others or the environment.
Whakaatu Communication	Work is partly clear; needs support to organise ideas.	Work is mostly clear; ideas are organised with some detail.	Work is clear, well-organised, and easy to follow (words/drawings/oral).	Work is engaging and polished; strong voice and creative choices.
Tikanga Respect & safety	Needs reminders to keep stories safe and respectful.	Usually respectful; follows privacy choices with support.	Consistently respectful; protects privacy and shows care for others’ mana.	Leads by example; actively supports a safe, mana-enhancing class culture.

Student self-check (optional)

I showed my connections in a safe way (names/roles/symbols). I included 2–3 values and what they look like in action. I wrote or said what I learned and one next step. I kept my work respectful to myself and others.

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