Kiwi Whanau - Years 0-1
Year 1
Whanau Leader - Mrs Danielle Ingram-Trevis
Kahikatea 3
d.ingramtrevis@pokeno.school.nz
Kia Ora,
My name is Danielle Ingram-Trevis and this is my 5th year teaching at Pokeno School.
This year I am leading the incredible Kiwi Whānau, teaching our newest learners to the school.
Kahikatea 3
Kia Ora,
My name is Rojean Muller, I was born and raised in South Africa but immigrated to New Zealand in 2023.
Previous to teaching at Pokeno School I was teaching in ECE. I am so excited to be part of the teaching staff of Kiwi whanau.
In my free time I enjoy baking, going to the beach, and spending quality time with my family and friends.
Harakeke 3
Kia Ora,
My name is Minette Maritz, I was born and raised in South Africa but immigrated to New Zealand in 2017.
Previous to teaching at Pokeno School I was teaching in ECE. I am so excited to be part of the teaching staff of Kiwi whanau.
In my free time I enjoy going on hikes, walking my dog Zulu, baking, camping and spending quality time with family and friends especially when there is rugby on.
I look forward to getting to know you all!
Harakeke 3
r.bezuidenhout@pokeno.school.nz
Kia ora!
I'm Rochelle Bezuidenhout, and I've been teaching for nine years.
Originally from South Africa, I've always been passionate about education and have dedicated my career to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for my students.
My teaching philosophy centres around building strong relationships with my students and their whānau. I believe that when students feel valued and understood, they are more likely to succeed both academically and personally.
Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family. I'm thrilled to be a part of this wonderful school community and look forward to working together to help each student reach their full potential.
Harakeke 3
Kia Ora, everyone! Kamusta?
I'm Maria Rushell Zinampan, but you can just call me Shelly. I've had an amazing journey teaching in primary schools back in the Philippines and as an ECE teacher in Singapore. My family and I made the big move to New Zealand in July 2022, and I absolutely loved my time as a Kaiako at Urban Explorers Pokeno for the past two years. This is my first experience teaching in a primary school here, and I feel so blessed to be at Pokeno School. Being new, I'm really looking forward to making new friends and jumping into all the exciting experiences that lie ahead!
