Our Kindergarten students have been looking at books from both Pamela Allen and Alison Lester and all the work samples featured below are from the last 3 weeks of studying these authors. Each day I asked the students to respond to the book that was read with a question such as; Who was your … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Writing Works
A Student’s insight into the Athletic Development program
My Experinces In Athletic Development We are participating in a trial phase of athletic development sessions this term. Come 2019 the full program will be up and running which I am super excited for. We have already worked on our speed, explosive power, strength and stamina. The sessions have … [Read more...] about A Student’s insight into the Athletic Development program
A tale of two colleges, a suitcase and a mission
The Mission: To transport 20 kgs of college supplies both re-purposed and new from Australia to Africa, in the suitcase. The Schools: CCSC Independent Sports School, Kariong and Tloma Primary School, Tanzania Africa The Suitcase: Bought from the Salvation Army shop for $6 The Story The story … [Read more...] about A tale of two colleges, a suitcase and a mission
The Moral Universe by Stage 5 students
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Mini Lit – The Importance of Phonic Instruction
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
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
Love Reading
Stages 2 and 3 have had some exciting new additions to their bookcases over the past few weeks with many new books piling into the classrooms. Our goal is to provide students with books that are of great interest to them while ensuring they are challenged and have opportunities to improve their … [Read more...] about Love Reading
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