The highlight of this year's camp was the whole week itself. I cannot single out any particular part as being the best. All Stage 4 students were encouraging of each other and supported others to overcome their fears. The instructors said that our students and staff were the best they had had in the … [Read more...] about Stage 4 Rock It Out At Camp
What a Teacher Makes
Since completing my teaching degree five years ago, I have found it very interesting to hear a lot of different opinions about my chosen career. When people have asked me what I do and I’ve told them I’m a teacher, I’ve received a mixture of responses. Some of the most common replies to “I’m a … [Read more...] about What a Teacher Makes
Shine the spotlight on someone…
How many times have you jumped out of the spotlight and shone it on someone around you. Family, friends and co-workers do great things just about everyday; we acknowledge them in our own little way and we move on with our busy lives. I'm certainly not an expert on this one, (especially as I'm not … [Read more...] about Shine the spotlight on someone…
Personal Reflections on CCSC
I thought I would share my own personal reflections looking back on Term 1, my first term teaching at CCSC. Many words come to mind such as teamwork, passion, vision, family, enthusiasm, positivity, nurturing, innovation, inspiration, fun, laughter, motivation, collaboration ... and the list could … [Read more...] about Personal Reflections on CCSC
Don’t be defined by a number…
...a number of likes, a number of views, a number of followers. In this age of growing technology it is inevitable that we will all, at some point, be consumed with these numbers that play such a vital role within social media. I hear it often, both within the classroom and in my own social … [Read more...] about Don’t be defined by a number…
McBreen joins IFS
I have been involved in football for over 30 years, starting as a youngster in the Newcastle area before signing with Newcastle in the NSL in 2000. In a professional career spanning 15 years I have been lucky enough to travel the world and play in countries including Romania, Scotland, England, … [Read more...] about McBreen joins IFS
Lost Property
At the moment lost property is overflowing with drink bottles and hats. If you recognise any of the items in the attached photo, please come to the office to collect before the end of term. … [Read more...] about Lost Property
Tom Rogic – Futsalroo To Socceroo
It has been a long-held belief of many coaches that futsal is detrimental to the development of footballers, with some of the IFS Futsal State League players already being told that they are not allowed to play futsal next season despite this actually being against Football NSW regulations. Usually … [Read more...] about Tom Rogic – Futsalroo To Socceroo
Inaugural Kindy Tennis Program
2016 saw the first IFS Kindergarten class begin. The group is made up of 12 students led by teachers Peta and Bam. The first ever ITS Kindy tennis program has seen the students focus on fundamental perceptual motor skills like striking, catching, throwing, running and also basic tennis skills and … [Read more...] about Inaugural Kindy Tennis Program
H2O
I love water! Even as a teen, when many of my friends were drinking soft drinks, my favourite drink was always water – non-flavoured, non-fizzy, just plain water. One of the most important things that we can do for our bodies is to stay hydrated. Water helps keep our body’s temperature stable, it … [Read more...] about H2O