Mitch Marlin recently took some of our Year 9 CCSC students to Glendale School of Excellence in Special Education where they ran games and drills. The Glendale students learned a lot from the session and had great fun – the smiles on their faces were priceless. Volunteering is a two-way exchange … [Read more...] about It Works Both Ways
An Example of Project Based Learning
I work in the uniform shop at CCSC and am often asked by people outside the college what Project Based Learning (PBL) is all about. Usually, I chat about one of the many projects I see the kids working on at CCSC. Building the vegie garden is a good example of PBL as it involves Science, … [Read more...] about An Example of Project Based Learning
Introducing Canvas – eLearning for 2018 and Beyond
Introducing Canvas to the college has been a large undertaking which has taken most of the year, to provide 'future focused' learning experiences. I've spent well over a decade with learning management systems in colleges and universities. My experience of their benefits for students is backed up by … [Read more...] about Introducing Canvas – eLearning for 2018 and Beyond
‘International’ football match played at Central Coast Sports College!
Yes you read correctly… On the 15th of October on the “main pitch” in Kariong, two heavyweights of international football lined up side by side and shook hands with their opponents and the referee before singing their respective national anthems with the pride that often brings players and fans … [Read more...] about ‘International’ football match played at Central Coast Sports College!
Introducing Alison Hosgood
I am so excited to have begun this next chapter of my teaching career at CCSC in Stage 2. I couldn’t have asked for a better start, thanks to the fantastic staff, students, families and coaches who have been so welcoming. I absolutely love sport! I have a love for all sports but I have a … [Read more...] about Introducing Alison Hosgood
Huge CCSC Australian Open Tour
In the holidays we will be running our longest ever CCSC tennis tour away trip. The tour will run for 16 days down to Albury Wodonga and end in Melbourne. The deadline to enrol for this amazing tour experience is coming up soon and everyone should get on board. The tour consists of a teams … [Read more...] about Huge CCSC Australian Open Tour
Talent: A challenging concept that more than ever requires a more humanistic approach to support its emergence.
Hi guys couple days ago I came across this article and think it's worth sharing. Al Smith from My Fastest Mile sees talent as the potential to be something - “It is something that has yet to be expressed”. Recently there has been a lot of criticism of the fact that many refer to small children … [Read more...] about Talent: A challenging concept that more than ever requires a more humanistic approach to support its emergence.
IFS Open and Youth Mens State League Futsal
It has been an exciting start to the season for the IFS Futsal Club, working hard over the years to improve in the senior ranks of this game. The competition has been tough for both the Youth and Open Mens, with most opposition teams having many experienced futsal players in their ranks. The IFS … [Read more...] about IFS Open and Youth Mens State League Futsal
Precollege Community Liaison
Last term saw the community and marketing team hit the road and visit 130 precolleges on the Central Coast. These visits were invaluable as we had the opportunity to meet the directors and the teachers of these wonderful precolleges, see and hear all about the fantastic work they do and share with … [Read more...] about Precollege Community Liaison
Would you be happier with a Bronze or Silver medal?
Happiness is a funny thing - intangible and difficult to maintain. In reality, research suggests that embracing the fact that we won't be happy at all times is a big component in actually being happy. It turns out that you'd be happier winning a bronze medal at the Olympics than a silver … [Read more...] about Would you be happier with a Bronze or Silver medal?