The Olympic Games motto is Citius Fortius Altius, Latin for 'Faster Higher Stronger'. The Olympic creed is 'the most important thing in life is not the triumph but the fight, not to have won but to have fought well'. The founder of the modern Olympic Games was Baron de Coubertin and his Olympic … [Read more...] about Citius Fortius Altius
High School
The power of words!
Over the past week I have had two great experiences that made me realise that what I say, along with the timing and tone of my words, can have a huge impact on the students I teach. I had the pleasure of attending the NSW Futsal State Titles with a year 9 and 10 team last Wednesday. On route to … [Read more...] about The power of words!
My favourite quote
When faced with a challenge, look for a way, not a way out. How often in life do we come up against something that is difficult, be it a physical or mental issue? I know that personally over the last few months at IFS there have been many of both. How am I going to make sure my three boys are … [Read more...] about My favourite quote
Take your marks…get set…..go!
Now that IFS is a member of the CDSSA (Combined Districts School Sports Association) we've begun preparing for their next athletics event. This week Gavin and I have been running athletics trials and the students have welcomed the opportunity to try a sport other than football. Enthusiasm has been … [Read more...] about Take your marks…get set…..go!
DOE has arrived
IFS is now officially registered to run the Duke of Edinburgh Award and I will be the main coordinator. The award will be available to all students (aged 14 years and over) and I'm confident the experience will have a positive impact on our young people. In an independent report the DOE Award was … [Read more...] about DOE has arrived
School sport opportunities
On Friday I travelled to Randwick for the termly Combined Districts School Sports Association (CDSSA) meeting. I'm glad I live on the Coast, the biggest stress for me that day was the roads, but luckily I made it to Emanuel School in good time. The CDSSA is part of a family of sports … [Read more...] about School sport opportunities