Naenae Students Create Real Radio

Year 8 Media Studies Creating Your Voice on Air Week 1: Welcome to Radio

Our Radio Journey Goal

Create an 8-10 minute radio segment by Week 5 Work collaboratively with defined roles Suitable for broadcast or sharing with Hutt Radio Represent your voice, school, and kaupapa

What Does Radio Mean to You?

Think about your favorite radio shows What makes a good radio host? How does radio connect communities?

You're Live on Air!

Grab a blow-up microphone Imagine thousands are listening to Te Reo o te Kura Quick-fire role-play scenarios No scripts, no pressure - fun first!

Role-Play Scenarios

Breaking news at school Interviewing a famous athlete Announcing your favorite song Promoting a school event Morning radio banter with co-host

Radio Crew Roles

🎙️ Host - talks, welcomes listeners, closes show 🗣️ Interviewer - asks questions, guides conversations 🎧 Tech - manages sound levels, countdowns 📋 Producer - keeps team on task, plans content

Practice Segments

{"left":"30-second intro to your show\n1-minute interview with a classmate\n20-second song introduction","right":"30-second school event promotion\n1-minute breaking news report\n20-second sign-off message"}

Reflection: How Did Radio Feel?

Which role did you enjoy most? What felt awkward or challenging? What was the most fun part? Who liked being heard by others?

Why Radio Matters

Gives youth a voice in the community Connects people through shared stories Preserves and shares culture Builds confidence in public speaking Creates belonging and tūrangawaewae

Radio Through the Ages

"Radio is the theater of the mind"

- Steve Allen, Radio Pioneer Radio creates pictures in listeners' imaginations Your voice becomes the paintbrush Every listener creates their own unique experience

Meet the Professionals

Next session: Hutt Radio visit! Meet real radio broadcasters See professional equipment in action Learn about radio careers and pathways Ask questions about the industry