A quality we aim to instil in our students is the ability to change a problem into a challenge. Students should relish this challenge, for once they overcome it not only have a solution but a sense of accomplishment. Below is one of my favourite quotes This quote is especially relevant to … [Read more...] about A Mathematical Problem
High School
Ready to take the plunge?
On Monday the 2nd of March we will be hosting our second IFS Swimming Carnival at Mingara. Last year was a massive success with all involved having a great day and really getting into the spirit of the event. This year we want to make it even bigger and better, our numbers have grown again as a … [Read more...] about Ready to take the plunge?
Unknown Frontiers
One of my favourite quotes is 'Your current boundries were once unknown frontiers'. It's my favourite because it makes me feel like I have accomplished something. For me it signifies strength, courage, ambition, determination and motivation. It is sometimes so easy to just work within our … [Read more...] about Unknown Frontiers
The Champions
Football and Celebrations What a day! Finally the anticipated hour had arrived. 8.30am kick off. The IFS ‘Match of the Year’: Staff vs Students. Who would reign supreme? The students were ready, were the staff? Absolutely! Quality, crisp, precise play was witnessed on the field and off … [Read more...] about The Champions
Stage 4’s Successful Mathematics
Hello IFS Family, Stage 4 (year 7 and 8) has just completed maths for the term, covering the fundamental high college units for data collection, data analysis and probability. These three topics are not typical high college mathematic modules. They require students to collect their own sets of … [Read more...] about Stage 4’s Successful Mathematics
A stitch in time
This year at IFS we have seen stage 4 students design and construct wooden boxes. The fabulous designs were outstanding and full of vibrance and creativity. We also had a wonderful integrated project between Japanese and food tech, with the end result being IFS sushi. Both of these projects were … [Read more...] about A stitch in time