Tag Archives: Education

Parents and Education

Posted on February 27, 2013 by

Yesterday we had our first Parent Teacher interviews for the year. One of the outstanding characteristics of these interviews is that these parents are passionately concerned about their children’s success. They want to partner with the teachers to enable their son or … Continue reading →

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Imagining More

Posted on February 9, 2013 by

It is difficult to imagine something of which you have no experience. I was reflecting on my parents the other day. My father’s schooling ended at primary school and my mother’s in early high school. By the time it was … Continue reading →

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Report Writing Time

Posted on November 13, 2012 by

The discordant output of youthful recorder players wafts in through the open windows; Students busily tapping keyboards  and scratching pens on paper; Older students regretting the wasted evenings; Others rushing to teachers’ offices in a last minute flurry;  Teachers with stress … Continue reading →

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If You Remember These …

Posted on September 1, 2012 by

If you remember these two books you are probably a Victorian who is getting on a bit.

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The 5th Gospel

Posted on July 27, 2012 by

Friends and colleagues connected with Covenant College in Geelong are currently working on a project called “The 5th Gospel”. A group of 4 went to Israel earlier this year to film and do research. Initially the intent was that this … Continue reading →

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Family Disfunction and Teach-ability.

Posted on October 31, 2011 by

I have been reflecting lately on the task of the teacher and how it has changed in the last 40 years. The most dramatic change in that time has been the growing instability of the family. I recognise that the … Continue reading →

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Changes I Have Seen In School

Posted on October 25, 2011 by

Having been involved in schools as, student, parent and teacher over 55 years there have been a huge number of changes in that time. I have listed some but I’d love to read what you would like to add to this list. 1. … Continue reading →

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15 Reasons Why Christian Education is Important

Posted on September 22, 2011 by

Sound Christian Education takes the Bible seriously. Truth is seen as absolute. Christian Education believes a Christian worldview can make a positive difference. It gives students a strong foundation in a world of shifting values and morals. Christian Education recognizes … Continue reading →

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