The IFS 16's Black team had a great Futsal tournament at Narara. The team, including Dominic Johns, Jakob Moulds, Zac Jokinen, Zac Boyd and Kallan Lawrence did not make the final after a good win, a narrow loss and a draw. They were nevertheless winners in the way they supported, assisted and … [Read more...] about Sportsmanship
Who is the Lady and What is She Singing?
“It ain’t over 'til the fat lady sings”, a popular phrase most commonly used in organised competition, especially sport. Usually heard being spoken by a confident spectator, coach or player when an event is presumed to be nearing its end. It is used to imply that it should not just be assumed that … [Read more...] about Who is the Lady and What is She Singing?
Bacon and Eggs
NEW this week to the IFS Cafe breakfast menu, for a small charge, bacon and eggs!Benefits of Eggs: Packed with iron, vitamins and minerals plus various trace nutrients - perfect for fighting illness. Keep you feeling fuller for longer. Great source of protein. Help with brain … [Read more...] about Bacon and Eggs
‘Football is for Girls’
Back in Term 1 our students in Stage 5 navigated their learning within the focus topic: 'Football is for Girls'. This statement ran true today as the senior girls took their place within the NSW Central Coast Futsal Open Girls competition against other Central Coast girls' teams at the Narara Valley … [Read more...] about ‘Football is for Girls’
Competition
Competition… Being a professional footballer means I have been surrounded by a very competitive atmosphere for a big part of my life. There is nothing wrong with being competitive and having a desire to win or achieve, however it is very important to be able to cope in situations … [Read more...] about Competition
No Television
Apart from uprooted trees, broken fences and flooding, last month’s storm resulted in a broken TV antenna at the Browns. Thirty-five days on from that frightful night and we have mysteriously loved the sense of calm no TV has brought into our home. As I write this blog, our family has eaten dinner, … [Read more...] about No Television
Vive la France!
It's that time of year again. The French Open is here and the tennis is red hot on the clay of Roland Garros, Paris. Roger, Novak, Rafa, Maria, Serena, Sam and Nick are among the stars in action and vying for the winners title. My last blog was a lead up to this moment. All are prepared. … [Read more...] about Vive la France!
Win Bin
I met with many Stage 4 parents on Monday night at our teacher interviews. I am happy to say that for the parents I saw I had nothing but praise for their children. Most of my appointments were regarding Year 7 students and I explained that for the past two terms these … [Read more...] about Win Bin
Putting things into perspective
What is the meaning of “perspective”? The Cambridge online dictionary defines it as, “to think about a situation or problem in a wise and reasonable way”. I work with two age groups that include kids who are committed to playing football at different levels. Of course all of the kids enjoy … [Read more...] about Putting things into perspective
It’s here
and you thought it was gone for good... If your number is 24,36,40,57,58,65,72 or 74 we may have something for you in lost property. There are also jackets, jumpers, shoes, boots, shin pads, etc (without names or numbers) that must belong to some of you at IFS. Come … [Read more...] about It’s here