Over the past week I have had the pleasure of observing lessons in the primary college, in particular Stages 2 and 3. It has been a very interesting process to observe the start of an exciting new approach in our classrooms. At the end of 2016 the teaching staff and I had many conversations as … [Read more...] about A High School Approach to Primary
Education
Setting up the challenge for 2017 in Stage 4
Students today have instant access to information through technology and the web, manage their own acquisition of knowledge through informal learning and can move beyond being consumers of content to become producers and publishers. As a result, traditional teaching and learning methods are becoming … [Read more...] about Setting up the challenge for 2017 in Stage 4
Reflecting on New Classroom Practices
I’m new to Twitter. I have avoided it for years thinking that I didn’t need another social platform. However, this year I have been employing Twitter to develop my own professional practice. Turns out it is an excellent way to communicate and engage with teaching and other relevant professionals who … [Read more...] about Reflecting on New Classroom Practices
Finland
Earlier this year I was given the extraordinary opportunity to attend an International Educational Conference in Finland. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think that international travel would be on the table for a teacher, but working in a college such as ours I have learnt that anything and … [Read more...] about Finland
Be the Sponge
During week two of this term myself and fellow football coach Will Vazquez spent a week at The Australian Institute of Sport, kicking off our A-Licence studies. The A-licence is the second highest qualification in football with only the Pro-Licence being higher. It was great to be in a room with … [Read more...] about Be the Sponge
Learning about learning
It’s been a sensational start to the year with our brand new Stage One! I’ve been so excited to welcome our new families to CCSC, as well as welcoming our returning students. In Stage One, we have been learning about how we can have healthy bodies as well as healthy minds. We have been exploring … [Read more...] about Learning about learning