Billy Revell, Pule Nu’u at Ako Mātātupu, sits down with Liam McKenzie, kairapu from Te Ahitu – C21 where he invites us into his classroom with one simple goal: to awaken young minds to the wonder of science. From the very first moment he radiates enthusiasm and curiosity, showing that science doesn’t live only in labs—but in the world around us, in “what if?” questions waiting to be asked.

Liam’s teaching philosophy resonates deeply with our mission. He doesn’t simply present formulas or equations—he orchestrates experiences: experiments, provocations, demonstrations that invite students to ask their own questions. The magic begins when a learner stops and says, “Wait, why does that happen?” It’s in that moment science becomes alive. It’s not about getting the right answer, it’s about engaging with the process of inquiry.

If you’d like to watch the full conversation, you can check it out here.