The Importance of Phonics Instruction - Damian Mitchell CCSC staff recently undertook professional development in teaching phonics. At the beginning of last term the junior college began to roll-out a program called MiniLit. MiniLit is an evidence-based, early literacy program that entails … [Read more...] about Mini Lit – The Importance of Phonic Instruction
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An CCSC student on a community service mission
Piper Menteith has taken on a 'Maxpotential' community service project through Mary Mac's where she plans to collect items such as toiletries, lightweight tents and non-perishable food and drinks for the homeless on the Central Coast. Piper says: " I believe there is a need for this as … [Read more...] about An CCSC student on a community service mission
Justin Sheppard
I recently joined the CCSC secondary PDHPE team and am thrilled to be a part of a college that caters to student’s passions, creates an environment that focuses on a balanced lifestyle and empowers teachers to help students achieve success. Sport has been a large part of my life, as a student … [Read more...] about Justin Sheppard
Yoga And The Practice of Letting Go
Students are encouraged to use the yoga room as a quiet place to relax. It is a unique space away from competition or daily demands where we can look inward and become aware of our physical, mental and emotional state. This can be a challenge as we come in from busy mornings and journeys to college … [Read more...] about Yoga And The Practice of Letting Go
Well Rounded Kids
Something to think about introduced by Gavin Thomas. MULTIPLE SPORT SHAPES WELL-ROUNDED KIDS BY DR. MICHELLE CLEERE POSTED MAY 16, 2018 IN COLLEGE ATHLETES, JUNIOR ATHLETES & PARENTS, PRESSURE 1 Multiple sport means lots … [Read more...] about Well Rounded Kids
It’s about time
Here’s a little challenge: For the next week, instead of saying ‘I don’t have time’ replace it with ‘It’s not a priority’. Note how that makes you feel. Today’s society is a busy society. Everybody is in fast motion and a lot of our time is dedicated to numerous undertakings. As a result, we … [Read more...] about It’s about time