Hayward championing those who don't fit the traditional mould

Danielle Kutchel

By Danielle Kutchel
Published January 25, 2018

Heidi Hayward is a fierce proponent of change for New Zealand’s at-risk students.

The principal of Dunedin North Intermediate has been passionate about improving the support available for these students for many years ...

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