I can't believe we are only 3 weeks away from the end of our first term. I look back at our open day and it only feels like yesterday. Yet when I look at how much work we have all done, TOGETHER, it is enough for a year. We have come such a long way and everyday I step into the grounds and see … [Read more...] about Are Our Roads Safe?
Seek first to understand….
In Stephen Covey's book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective people one of the habits is entitled, "Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood". When I first read this it took me a long time to get my head around what he actually meant. It sounded so simple, all I need to do is to listen first … [Read more...] about Seek first to understand….
A Game of Chance
A Game of Chance - Blog from Andre'Gumprecht Here at IFS we had an interesting debate amongst the coaching staff about coaching methods and the fundamentals a player has to possess to become a great footballer. In the debate the word coordination came up. Interesting what the Germans have to say … [Read more...] about A Game of Chance
IFS and the National Football Curriculum
IFS and the National Football Curriculum by Joey Peters It’s great to be back at IFS from my week away at the AIS in Canberra for the FFA National Technical Network Seminar. As I mentioned last blog, it was another great learning and growth opportunity for me but I was also proud of what we … [Read more...] about IFS and the National Football Curriculum
Game vs Kanwal 3rd Grade
As you are all probably aware by now, I double up my role as Central Coast Sports College coach with the role of Head Coach at Kanwal Rovers Football Club. I saw Sunday as a perfect opportunity to set up a game between a senior team from IFS against our 3rd grade side from Kanwal, a team made up of … [Read more...] about Game vs Kanwal 3rd Grade
Technology has arrived.
How much of an impact have the iPads had in the open learning space? I have seen a huge shift this last week in the work ethic of the students. The first day was a buzz of excitement as all students realised that FIFA 13 was actually installed on their iPads! Oh and obviously they were equally … [Read more...] about Technology has arrived.
The Greater the Enjoyment, the Faster the Time Flies!
We’re all saying it: “It’s already week 7, - it’ll be the end of the first term before we know it!” Perhaps around this time we may begin to earnestly reflect on how we’re traveling. - The honeymoon and the excitement of being ‘brand new’ is giving way to a sense of - this is now our ‘norm’ and … [Read more...] about The Greater the Enjoyment, the Faster the Time Flies!
What ensures success?
This week I have witnessed some outstanding efforts by our students on and off the field. I refereed the under 14's match versus East Gosford last night and was suitably impressed with the style of football we played, a great 2-0 victory in a game that was played in a great spirit with every player … [Read more...] about What ensures success?
Mariners Gala Day
On Tuesday we ventured to Soccer 5s at Tuggerah for the annual Open Boys & Girls Mariners Gala Day. Due to the late withdrawal of Green Point, we were able to enter an extra team on the day, which meant that our players would play 5 games (2.5hrs of game time). Despite playing against much … [Read more...] about Mariners Gala Day
Still Moving Forward
What a huge last 2 and 1/2 weeks. Time has been moving so rapidly it is so important to be able to stop, reflect and have a chance to think about the best way forward. Over the past 2 weeks there have been a number of very exciting events at college and I would like to touch on a few of … [Read more...] about Still Moving Forward