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EDUCATION on the Coast

from COAST Autumn 2020

from COAST Autumn 2020, page 116

HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

How the digital world has changed the way children learn

‘When this generation moves up to school it’s clear that the old ways of learning aren’t going to get traction. Learning has changed a lot since today’s parents were at school.’

CHRISTINE HODGKINSON

Digital technology is changing the way children learn and having a profound impact on their everyday lives – on all our lives. We are the first generation of parents who are navigating this digital terrain and raising kids in a word where the young people know more about a concept than we do. Innovative schools are upskilling, empowering and supporting parents and teachers, as well as students. From a very early age, in addition to systemically teaching the technology skills and critical thinking that will equip children for tomorrow’s careers, schools are also teaching digital well-being – how to manage attention, how to stay safe online.

How do traditional values hold fast in this changing world? Learning with an ethical dimension today focuses on global citizenship, collaboration, communication, creativity, character and critical thinking. Learning focused on solving real-world problems that children are passionate about builds closer connections, increases confidence and boosts motivation. Strong community service programs empower students to bring their learning to life, to step up and run fundraising and community initiatives that are making the world better for others.

The newest learning environments are reflecting these changes by becoming more centred on students, making them active in their own learning. Flexible learning spaces and furniture respond to the learning needs of the moment, the group, the class, the individual. Cutting edge technology prepares students for the future. Teachers and students can see each other across light-filled airy spaces. Connected classroom and community spaces flow inside and out, enhancing wellbeing and creating a sense of belonging.

Managing the wellbeing and mental health issues we are seeing in our fast-changing world is a growing priority for schools. A protective and preventative approach offers both support and social and emotional learning, to create resilient children who will become resilient adults. The structures and culture in a connected school community ensure that students, staff and families look out for each other, know who to reach out to if they need help and are comfortable doing so.

COME ENGAGE BELONG

OPEN AFTERNOON SHOWCASE 4-6pm Wednesday 11 March 2020

Providing a happy, safe and engaging learning environment in the spirit of Mary MacKillop, guiding your child through K-12 and preparing them for life beyond. Kinder and Year 7 2021 Information Night 6pm

91 Sparks Road Warnervale NSW 2259 P 02 4392 9399 E smccw@dbb.catholic.edu.au W mccwdbb.catholic.edu.au

St Edward’s College 13 Frederick St East Gosford NSW 2250 Phone (02) 4321 6400 www.stedwards.nsw.edu.au

ENROLMENTS ARE NOW OPEN

Online enrolment applications for Year 7, 2021 are now open.

For details please visit: www.stedwards.nsw.edu.au/enrolment

OPEN DAY SATURDAY 7 MARCH 2020

10:00am - 2:00pm All families are invited to tour the College on our Open Day

CAREERS PATHWAYS EXPO THURSDAY 2 APRIL 2020

6:30pm - 8:30pm

With over 40 exhibitors across universities, colleges, employers, apprenticeship group training companies and TAFE. It is the perfect opportunity for parents and students from Years 10 to 12 to connect with experts.

The Alternative Entry Pathways to University will include presentations from the University of Newcastle, Macquarie University, TAFE, Avondale College to assist students to explore pathways and so much more.

For details please visit: www.stedwards.nsw.edu.au/pathways

TOGETHER WE GROW

Green Point Christian College is a K-12 school with an excellent reputation for supporting families. In doing so, we know together we can help form students who are equipped for life.

Online enrolments open now. Visit us online to book a tour or calculate tuition fees.

gpcc.nsw.edu.au

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St Brigid’s Catholic College Lake Munmorah OPEN TO YEARS 7 – 12 in 2021

A college recognised for it’s strong relationships with parents, teachers, students and the local business community

Come tour our state of the art facilities - Open Day Tuesday 3rd March from 1pm See the College website for further details

Experience secondary education at its best

• Helping your child develop into their best self in a nurturing, safe and innovative enviroment • Assisting students develop the skills employers most look for after school

EARLY YEARS LEARNING explores the child’s interests to ignite an eagerness to learn

‘It is the process of [a child] experimenting and manipulating materials through trial and error that builds creativity, imagination, perseverance and problem-solving.’

OLIVIA BALBI, JILL ROBINSON

Early childhood education and care has changed and evolved in response to an abundance of research into child development and psychology, particularly over the last ten years with the introduction of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). This framework has heavily influenced the way services provide care and education and is indicative of the high value governments and other stakeholders place on early childhood education.

The EYLF takes a holistic approach to children’s education, promotes learning through play and supports the notion that all children develop at their own pace. Emphasis is placed on independence, emotional intelligence, individuality and the process of a child’s learning rather than only emphasising the end product. For example, instead of providing a stencil to colour or production-line crafts to replicate, it is the process of experimenting and manipulating materials through trial and error that builds creativity, imagination, perseverance and problemsolving. Instead of themes of study chosen by carers, children become more engaged learners when qualified educators explore the child’s expressed interests, scaffolding these ideas to further their understanding and ignite individual passions and eagerness to learn.

All services are at various stages, working towards the goals of the EYLF to ensure that all our young children are nurtured to become the confident and creative thinkers we need for the future.

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TAKE A PEEK... C u r i o u s ?

Empowering young women to make a difference in the spirit of Mary MacKillop

S T J O S E P H ’ S C A T H O L I C C O L L E G E

St Joseph's Catholic College East Gosford A C T J U S T L Y

St Joseph’s Catholic College in the Diocese of Broken Bay educates girls from Year 7 to Year 12 empowering them to lead with compassion, serve with respect, pray with hope and act justly. The caring and supportive community of St Joseph’s nurtures confident, resilient and independent young women who act with courage, strength and gentleness in the service of others and in the stewardship of our earth. Challenging learning experiences inside and outside the classroom encourage students to develop their unique gifts and talents, strive for personal excellence and purpose, and recognise that learning is for life.

Now taking enrolments for 2021

For more information on enrolment, contact the college office: St Joseph’s Catholic College Russell Drysdale St East Gosford NSW 2250 Phone 02 4324 4022

Download our college prospectus at www.sjcc.nsw.edu.au