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HEADMASTER’S CCGS CENTRAL COAST GRAMMAR SCHOOL REPORT 2009

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HEADMASTER’S

CCGS

CENTRAL COAST GRAMMAR SCHOOL

REPORT 2009

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03 Headmaster04 Performance 09 06 Leaders 0907 ACADEMIC

Maximised Academic Achievement

08 COCURRICULARBalanced and Enterprising Individuals

11 TEACHINGDemonstrated Teaching Excellence

12 WELLBEINGNurtured Student Wellbeing

14 COMMUNITYSupportive and Cohesive School Community

15 ENVIRONMENTImproved Environmental Credentials

16 MANAGEMENTSustainable Management Practices

17 Tributes18 Achievements 09

The Headmaster’s Report 2009 addresses seven key goals identifi ed in Future Directions 2009-2014. This document is available on our website, or from the School.

CENTRAL COAST GRAMMAR SCHOOLK-12 / COEDUCATIONALINDEPENDENT / NON-DENOMINATIONAL

CCGS is located on a single 17 hectare campus overlooking the Matcham Valley close to Erina, 1.5 hours north of Sydney. Our school enjoys a magnifi cent setting and fi rst class facilities.

CONTENTS

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Our graduates will be mature and articulate global citizens. They will have been encouraged to maximise their academic potential and have been exposed to a wide variety of cocurricular activities. They will have developed into confi dent, caring and well balanced young adults. Our graduates will be able to thrive in a rapidly changing world through their collaborative skills, technological competence, enterprising spirit and capacity for innovation.

ASPIRATION

HM REPORT 09

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HEADMASTER’S REPORT 2009 / 03

My fi rst year at CCGS coincided with a signifi cant development in the history of the school, the launch of the Future Directions 2009-2014 strategy in August.

The plan was compiled after much input from students, parents and staff, consideration of the current economic, political and educational environment and in anticipation of the opportunities and challenges facing Independent Schools in the next fi ve years.

Future Directions identifi es, preserves and builds on our strengths and specifi es key goal areas to guide the application of our human, physical and fi nancial resources to 2014 and beyond. This document reaffi rms our school’s mission and values and sets out our aspiration for our graduates. Special tribute is due to the School Board in recognition of the major role they played in developing the Future Directions strategy.

The overwhelming view of staff, parents and students was one of pride in our school’s traditions, values and mission which remain unchanged since being established in 1985.

A key aspiration of Future Directions is to maximise the academic achievement of every student. This was identifi ed by parents as an area which should be synonymous with our school.

In 2009, we renewed our already strong efforts in literacy and numeracy as the fundamental basis of future learning. We maintained a whole school approach to literacy development to ensure continuity of learning across all grades, K-12.

Central Coast Grammar School is one school, with three developmental stages – Junior (K-6), Middle (7-9) and Senior (10-12). Throughout 2009, I have worked closely with the Heads of Schools to ensure our teaching and learning interventions continue to refl ect contemporary, evidence based approaches and provide a seamless educational experience for each student that assists their personal growth and enables them to achieve their goals.

Following extensive consultation, the School Board decided that CCGS will not continue to provide an alternate curriculum for Years 11 and 12. We believe the decision to discontinue the International Baccalaureate Diploma program is in the best long term interests of our school as a whole. We aim to provide all students the opportunity to participate in what will be a unique offering of enriched and new programs which will assist in achieving our aspiration for our graduates.

William Low

The ultimate goal of the Future Directions strategy is for Central Coast Grammar School to thrive, to further strengthen its position as a premier independent school in NSW and Australia, and to continue to contribute to the economic and social development of the Central Coast region.

As my report indicates Central Coast Grammar School has, by any measure, done well. We can always do better and while we remain committed to excellence, our school can be proud of its achievements in 2009.

HM REPORT 09

William LowHeadmaster

2009 was a landmark year for Central Coast Grammar School as it celebrated 25 years of excellence in education.

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Central Coast Grammar School celebrated another year of outstanding results in public examinations. Although CCGS is a non-selective school, once again our results are well above the state averages. Our results showed improvement and excellence for individuals as well as in specifi c subject areas.

HSC/IBCANDIDATUREHigher School Certifi cate: 84 International Baccalaureate Diploma: 19

• 17% of CCGS students achieved an ATAR over 95

• 32% of CCGS students achieved an ATAR over 90

• 39% of CCGS students achieved an ATAR of over 85

• 41% of CCGS students achieved Band 6 in one or more subjects

• 53% of IB students achieved 7/7 in one or more subjects

• 88% of CCGS students received their fi rst preference for Tertiary placement

• 1 in 3 HSC students nominated for the Honour Roll 90 or above (Band 6 or E4) in an individual subject.

• 16 IB students achieved a 6/7 or 7/7 in their subject

• Highest ATAR of 99.85 achieved by Lauren Holz, DUX 2009

• Of the 103 students who sat for the HSC and IB, 4 students achieved an ATAR over 99 and 6 students achieved an ATAR over 98

• 2 HSC students featured in the All Rounders list for achieving Band 6 in 10 or more units.

• 9 IB students achieved Grade A for their Extended Essay or Theory of Knowledge

• 1 student had their major work nominated for the 2010 InTech Exhibition

ACADEMIC SUCCESSHIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE 09

The table below shows the percentage of the CCGS candidature in each course who achieved a mark in one of the top two bands (mark over 80%), Bands 5+6 or Extension E3+E4 for the course. For comparison, the state percentage achieving in these bands is also provided.

* Mark not shown for small candidature in line with CCGS Privacy Policy

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Subject CCGSCandidature

CCGS % State %

Ancient History 26 42.31 37Biology 22 40.91 31.76Business Studies 22 45.46 37.8Chemistry 12 33.33 38.76Design and Technology 10 30 34.53Drama 6 50 47.29Economics 9 11.11 47.16English Advanced 49 67.35 51.95English Standard 35 28.57 5.38English Extension 1 12 83.33 84.33English Extension 2 7 85.71 79.83Geography 7 42.86 39.85History Extension 7 100 73.72Hospitality 9 55.55 30.4Indonesian Continuers 3 * 66.23Indonesian Extension 2 * 76Industrial Technology 4 75 32.53Information Processes (IPT) 6 66.67 31.83Japanese Continuers 5 40 55.63Japanese Extension 2 * 79.79Legal Studies 13 69.23 42.63Mathematics 24 41.67 42.64Mathematics General 37 67.57 24.8Mathematics Extension 1 9 100 81.85Mathematics Extension 2 2 * 89.49Modern History 32 65.63 41.09Music 1 7 100 58.04Music 2 1 * 81.52PD/H/PE 20 75 31.76Physics 16 18.75 41.74Society and Culture 15 86.67 41.65Software Design (SDD) 7 28.57 28.85Studies of Religion (1 Unit) 56 42.86 48.73Visual Arts 12 50 54.07

PERFORMANCE 09

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As the results show, Central Coast Grammar School students performed well above the state average in all tests in the NSW Board of Studies School Certifi cate examination. From the candidature of 119 students, 16 students did not sit the external examinations due to being overseas on Student Exchange.

In all written examinations, the percentage of CCGS students in the top two bands exceeds the percentage of students across the state in the same bands. Exceptional results in English Literacy highlight the highest outcomes for Bands 5 and 6, with zero results in Bands 1-3, showing strength throughout the cohort. In Science and History there was an increase in Band 6 results achieved in 2008, with zero results in Bands 1-2.

All Years 5-9 students participate in the Notebook program. This opportunity has translated into a high level of computer competency in Year 10. This is refl ected in the Computing Skills results where 90% of CCGS students were assessed as Highly Competent.

Subject CCGS % Band 5+6 State % Band 5+6English Literacy 74 41Mathematics 39 24Science 57 37Australian History 45 23Australian Geography 40 28Computing Skills 90 62

SCHOOL CERTIFICATE 09

PERFORMANCE 09

The National Assessment Program — Literacy and Numeracy assesses all students in Australian schools in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The CCGS NAPLAN results for 2009 were very good indeed. I am encouraged by the improvement in our performance from 2008. I believe our very strong focus on literacy throughout 2009 has led to these impressive test results.

• CCGS has no areas of under performance in any aspect of literacy or numeracy as indicated by students represented in the top two bands at Year 3, 5, 7 and 9

• In all areas CCGS compares favourably to schools as a whole in NSW and when compared to the performance of all independent schools in NSW

• In some aspects of literacy certain year levels had over 75% of students represented in the top two bands. This performance is up to 35% better than all schools in NSW and signifi cantly better than independent schools as a whole.

NAPLAN 09

470 520 570

Reading

Writing

Spelling

Grammar / Punctuation

Numeracy

380 430 480

Reading

Writing

Spelling

Grammar / Punctuation

Numeracy

YEAR 3 CCGS Similar Australia

YEAR 5

530 560 590

Reading

Writing

Spelling

Grammar / Punctuation

Numeracy

YEAR 7

560 600 640

Reading

Writing

Spelling

Grammar / Punctuation

Numeracy

YEAR 9

POST SCHOOL DESTINATIONS 09

AREAS OF STUDY

17 Arts17 Medical & Sports Sciences.

Nursing. Psychology.11 Business. Commerce.

10 Science. Environmental Science.9 Communications. Journalism.

Media.9 Engineering Sciences. Surveying.

Construction Mgt.4 Teaching.3 Animal & Vet Bioscience.3 Architecture. Visual Design.3 Law.3 Music. Fine Arts.2 Planning. Property Economics. 2 Agriculture Economics.2 Information Technology.

UNIVERSITIES / COLLEGES

35 Newcastle22 Sydney12 UTS7 Macquarie7 UNSW5 CSU5 TAFE3 UWS4 Other

(ANU, Griffi th, Southern Cross)

The numbers shown indicate the universities and colleges and the areas of study chosen by the Class of 09

CCGS Similar Australia

CCGS Similar Australia

CCGS Similar Australia

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PREFECTSJessica Avendano, Nicholas Barclay, Emily Barnfi eld, Nicholas Benson, Rebekah Brewin Higgins, Callan Brook, Bianca-Leigh Burgess, Samuel Burton, Imogen Cala, Timothy Callaghan, Rose Carr, Beatrice Checkley, Braeden Clack, Catherine Clugston, Aidan Cranney, Dylan De Wit, Katherine Dillon, Alice Dolton, Michael Dowsett, Jade Draper, Sarah Dudley, Jessica Dudley, James Dusting, Patrick Fiatarone, Jordan Fleming, Alana Gargaro, Aaron Garlick, Bradley Green, Matthew Harrison, James Hunter, Ashley Hutchinson, Roland Jefferies, Morgan Jeffery, Emily Johnston, Katie Johnstone, Hayley Jorgensen, Callum Kervinen, Felicity Kiln, Sarah Knox, Devaki Lamba, Sonia Lamba, Alyssa Lanham, Nicholas Manks, Russell Martin, Lachlan McDonald, Catherine McMaster, Ben Morton, Cameron Parkin, Alexander Partridge, Tori Perrow, Vanessa Puglisi, Elizabeth Rasmussen, Megan Sai-Louie, Alyssa Salvo, Alexander Savoy, Zoe Schulze, April Seeneevassin, Risha Shah, Harrison Shipp, Claire Singer, Yasmin Smith, Kieran Smith, Morgan Southwick, James Stokes, Penelope Sullivan, Christopher Summerhays, Madeleine Swan, Philippa Temperley, William Thomas, Michael Ursino, Marnie Watts, Rebecca Williams, Jessica Yerbury, Jamie Young

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HEAD OFSENIOR COLLEGE

HEAD OFJUNIOR SCHOOL

Patrick Fiatarone and Madeleine Swan

Denise McDonough

HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL

Steven Bennett

Lachlan MacKinnon

LEADERS 09

ACACIA GREVILLEA IRONBARK NICHOLII

HOUSE CAPTAINS

Michael Dowsett and Tori Perrow

Christopher Summerhayes and Rebecca Brewin Higgins

James Stokesand Catherine McMaster

Ashley Hutchinsonand Sarah Knox

Daniel Tuddenham Nicola Cadman Alex Ford Mia Petrou James Herron Alison Cala Mollie Reed

Rudi Ellis Hunter MurrayBrittany DeanBeycan IrmakoAbbey RileyHagen AshleyKatie BowdenThomas Northall-Little

Daniel Mezrani

SCHOOL BOARDChairmanJohn TaylorDeputy ChairAnne GarlickSecretaryAlan WilliamsTreasurerDavid Purkiss Board MembersStephen CrumpTim Cullen (Joined 09)Christian HobbsHeather Irvine-Rundle (Retired 09)PatronsKathleen McCredieDr Ian Paterson

HEAD PREFECTS

BUSINESSMANAGER

Wal Hopkins

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Initiatives consistent with our goal of ensuring a comprehensive continual improvement in academic pursuits occurred across the school, K-12.

Literacy and NumeracyDuring 2009, teachers embraced with enthusiasm our revised approach to literacy development K-12. This strategy aims to ensure continuity of learning across grades and year groups. The Literacy initiative is part of a broader program to be developed in 2010. The Mathematics Department incorporated the Maths on-line facility for Years 7-12. Each student’s ongoing use and progress in the program is stored for theirs and their teacher’s perusal. In addition, parents can register to receive weekly updates on their child’s program use and progress. Senior Mathematics teachers worked with Year 6 to ensure their smooth transition into Middle School by introducing them to the concepts explored in Years 7-9 Mathematics. In May, fi ve staff attended the high profi le ‘Count Me In Too’ Junior School Numeracy workshop. Teachers found the course to be of great value and a signifi cant boost to our efforts in numeracy learning.

Study SkillsStudy Skills seminars were held for Years 10-12 students, both in an out of school hours. Year 10 looked at strategies for effective study, minimising exam stress, motivation and peak performance. Year 11 sessions focused on motivation and managing exam and performance anxiety. The Year 12 seminar addressed the most effective ways to use the post Trial period in readiness for the fi nal examinations.

The 9-week Effective Study Skills program for Middle School students provided after school classes on a variety of topics. Year 9 also attended a two-day Effi cient Reading Course. Students’ reading and comprehension rates were recorded and evaluated at the beginning and end of the course. The signifi cant improvement in students’ effective reading rate will lead to higher achievements in many course outcomes.

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ACADEMIC

CCGS subscribed to an On-Line Study Skills program for Year 11. To further consolidate what is offered through the program, a timetabled lesson each fortnight worked through the modules and their application to learning. In addition, Senior College organised a weekly after school supervised study period.

Learning SupportLearning Support (LS) operates across K-12 and engenders a valuable sense of student pathways as they progress through the scope and sequence of learning. In 2009, the LS team developed a broad base for resource development from MP3 recording of text to developing Wikis and Moodle courses. Junior students were extended across Mathematics, Literacy, HSIE, Science and Technology. Years 5-6 accessed a differentiated curriculum and were introduced to the Using Data to Inform Reading program. Extension and enrichment classes were offered for Years 7-8 Mathematics and Year 8 English and Science. LS also conducted workshops for Years 7-9 on learning strategies in the classroom. Eligible students participated in a range of activities including Brain Bee Challenge, Tournament of Minds, Future Problem Solving, Da Vinci Decathlon and the HICES Gifted and Talented Camp.

Asian Languages CCGS was selected as one of the fi rst Australian schools to participate in the Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE Project – Building Relationships through Intercultural Dialogue and Growing Engagement. CCGS welcomed two teachers from SMP Negeri 4 Marga, a Junior High School near Tabanan in Bali. They were involved in a range of interactive projects which provided an opportunity for our Junior and Senior Indonesian language students to learn about contemporary Indonesian society and to practise their language skills. Two members of staff attended intensive in-service courses and our Head of Languages visited Bali in August. An ongoing achievement has been the cultural friendships established through pen-pal links between our students and their counterparts at SMP4 Marga.

MAXIMISED ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

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BALANCED AND ENTERPRISING INDIVIDUALS

To assist students through each stage in their development, we continue to strengthen programs, and provide opportunities for students to develop new skills and display leadership.

LeadershipYears 5, 7, 9, 10, 11 and 12 were involved in leadership programs presented through a series of interactive, hands-on workshops and open forum discussions aimed at developing teamwork, resilience and good relationships, and challenging students to fulfi l their own potential and to use their unique gifts and talents to serve others. In line with these aspirations Year 11 students made a commitment to become more actively involved in service to others, a goal they succeeded in achieving through their engagement in a number of community service initiatives during the year. A review of Junior School leadership opportunities and Awards system commenced and will be reported on in 2010.

Year 12 experienced the inaugural O-camp (Orientation). Students attended motivational seminars which contained elements that all students could embrace and develop through their fi nal school year. Parent helpers added to the camp’s dynamic by assisting with all the meals and acting as overnight chaperones.

In Year 11, 4 students attended a Volunteer Expo to hear from community organisations who seek volunteers to assist with their work.

In June, four Year 11 students attended the World Vision Global Leadership Convention. These students shared their experience at Assembly, encouraging Years 7-12 students to support World Vision’s 40 Hour Famine. Two Year 11 students participated in the Max Potential Leadership Program which focuses on students undertaking a leadership initiative in the community. These students supported residents of Legacy House by providing an outing, morning tea and entertainment.

Two Year 9 students attended a ‘Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment’ weekend camp. The students enjoyed the unique experience of working alongside 50 of their peers from many different backgrounds.

Outdoor EducationCCGS remains highly committed to Outdoor Education as a key element of our cocurricular offering. The program is constantly under review to retain its integrity and to ensure its scope and sequence remains relevant.

The K-11 program aims to provide every student with the opportunity to learn a range of skills in a variety of natural environments which are challenging, safe and outside of their normal experience. Programs vary in intensity as students mature and are tailored to develop the ‘whole person’.

Years 3-11 students attended camp at a variety of locations, while Infants’ children experienced school-based and external activities which enabled them to mix socially with children outside their cohort.

The timing of the camping program was reviewed and a new schedule set in place for 2010 to ensure the least disruption to the our academic programs.

Years 9-12 students participated in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, a self development program for students aged 14-25. In 2009, 40 Year 9 students received Bronze awards, 8 students gained Silver awards and 1 student was awarded Gold.

Global PerspectivesOur aspiration for our graduates, set out in ‘Future Directions’, takes a global perspective. In an ever changing world it is important to connect students with the communities at local, national and international level in which they will one day work and live.

Forty-six students, 6 staff and 2 parents participated in a Humanitarian and Adventure trip to Cambodia and Thailand. A total of $37,000 was raised by our community to provide materials to build 20 houses in the village of Tropangboun in Kom Pang Chang Province, 60km north-west of Pnomh Penh.

During their visit, students and staff built the houses which were then handed over to local villagers. Experiencing fi rst hand the effects of poverty and war and being able to make a positive contribution was a wonderful experience for all.

Our Student Exchange program continues to provide a valuable cultural experience not only for those students who travel abroad, but for the entire community who experience different perspectives as seen through the students who join us from overseas. In 2009, we welcomed 14 students from Japan, Canada, Ireland, USA, Wales, England and Germany.

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COCURRICULAR

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Performing ArtsThis year’s Senior school production saw a well rehearsed, tight-knit cast deliver the romantic tale of courtship and marriage as told in Jane Austen’s ‘Pride & Prejudice’. The actors were outstanding, portraying the characteristics and complexities of the style of English spoken in the era magnifi cently.

Junior School Performing Arts students presented the happy musical, ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’. Audiences were captivated by the high energy cast of talented actors and dancers. Colourful costumes and clever set design contributed to the show’s success. There is no doubt we will see many of them back on the stage in future years.

There were many highlights for our Drama students in the Shakespeare Festival. Performers in the Scene Category were declared regional winners and our Duologue and Adaptation Categories were highly commended. There was no state fi nal and our students were unable to progress further.

The Performing Arts Centre was packed to capacity for the two EDEN Elective Drama performances. In Semester 1, Year 9 performed on the topics ‘Something Supernatural’, ‘Journey’ and ‘A New Beginning’. Year 10 created performances that incorporated infl uences from Expressionist Theatre. Year 11 refl ected their studies of Absurdist Theatre. Year 12 HSC students chose the topics of “Is it a Bird” and “The Glasshouse” for their group devised performance. The Semester 2 event clearly showed how students had fi ne tuned their craft, treating the audience to some fi ne performances.

Debating and Public SpeakingDebating and Public Speaking is strongly encouraged. We have many accomplished speakers and critical thinkers who have the ability to craft arguments and think on their feet. In 2009, CCGS did exceptionally well in a range of competitions. Particular mention goes to our Years 9-10 HICES debaters who placed 1st in this prestigious competition and our Years 5-6 debaters who were runners-up. Our MUNA teams also performed brilliantly at regional level, placing 1st and earning additional honours. However, due to the timetabling of the fi nal, CCGS was unable to progress further.

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COCURRICULAR

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MusicOur cocurricular musicians were very active during 2009, broadening their musical knowledge through a range of performance opportunities both in school and at external events, festivals and competitions.

Two spectacular co-curricular music concerts involving all ensembles showcased new arrangements and highlighted the confi dence students had gained in stage performance.

Senior musicians presented an exciting repertoire to wide audiences at the Gosford Show, the Spring Fair and Art Show, the Australian Springtime Flora Festival, Kid’s Day Out, the opening of the Multipurpose Sports Centre and Grandparents Day.

The Junior School Music program allows students to progressively increase their musical understanding. Year 3 students learned the violin, Year 4 progressed to an instrument from the Concert Band and learned the skills necessary to work in a group, while Years 5 and 6 explored the concepts and skills to compose music.

The Music Department continued to expand with almost 300 students extending their musical skills by receiving instrumental instruction. Many of these musicians featured on the double CD entitled ‘Celebration’ launched in December 2008.

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COCURRICULAR

CareersThe Careers Expo for Years 10-12 students was organised by the Past Students’ Association. The Expo featured representatives from Universities, Colleges and industry in addition to past students and parents who provided working knowledge related to their chosen career. Year 10 also attended a Careers and Life Skills seminar aimed at furthering their understanding of the world of work.

A new initiative for Year 10 Commerce students was their participation in a mock job interview, with members of our wider community undertaking the role of interviewer. Students found the process very helpful resulting in the extension of the program to include all Year 10 students in 2010.

SportThe sports program continues to play a vital role in our school's aim of a well-rounded education.

CCGS saw success across a range of sports with our girls and boys achieving noteworthy results in Athletics, Basketball, Cross Country, Hockey, Netball and Swimming. Our athletes’ excellent result will enable CCGS to compete in Division 1 in the 2010 competition. Our junior athletes dominated the HICES Cross Country competition, winning Division 1 by 700 points and placing 2nd in the Handicap Shield. They also secured the HICES Athletics Trophy for a record fi fth consecutive year.

The addition of the Multipurpose Sports Field has provided an exceptional venue for a variety of sports codes. It has also become a perfect outdoor facility, especially in the winter months, for many PDHPE activities which were held previously in our indoor sport centre.

CCGS hosted its inaugural Inter-School Dressage Day at Il Cadore Equestrian Centre at Somersby. Riders from 33 independent and public schools attended from Sydney, the Hunter Region and the Central Coast. CCGS was successful on the day, placing 1st overall.

CCGS hosted 71 students and 10 staff from two Rugby tour groups from Collingwood School and South Kamloops Senior High School, Canada. Prep students enjoyed the Bledisloe Roadshow which included a skills tabloid and a talk on the history of the Cup.

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School Board AwardsThe School Board acknowledges that the most important factor in a high quality organisation is the calibre of its staff. In 2008, the Board announced its intention to recognise demonstrated excellence in leadership using similar criteria to the Australian Teaching Excellence Awards. The recipients of the inaugural School Board Awards were

• Rose Werder (Junior School Teacher)• Anne Reed (Senior School Teacher)• Gill Martin (Teacher/Librarian)• Louise McNiel (Facilities and Service Manager)

Service to SchoolOn Speech Night we recognised and thanked the following staff for their dedicated service to CCGS over a number of years

• 25 years (Foundation staff): John Boesenberg (HOD Economics/Legal Studies/Director of House System), Peter Chudleigh (ICT Project Consultant), Cheryl Dennison (Laboratory Assistant), Gary Glenn (Manager RLC), Ken Gross (Grevillea House Coordinator/Junior Wellbeing Coordinator/Teacher JS, Di Paton (Deputy Head Junior School/Teacher JS, Keryl Smith (Teacher ICT)

• 20 years: Lynn Loughman (Canteen Manager), Lindsey McMaster (English/Drama/Ironbark House Coordinator), Janine Noy (Head of IB, English Y10-12) and Peter Roper (Careers Advisor/ Marine & Acquaculture Technology Y10/Geography Y9-10)

• 15 years: Yoko Bloore (Languages Y7-12), Evelyn Hunt (Receptionist), David Paton (Teacher Y7-8) and Grant Wagland (Teacher Y4)

Professional Accreditation 09 In 2009, the following staff gained accreditation for their achievements in professional development• Maree Gross (Infants Coordinator/Teacher K/)

Australian College of Educators – Quality Teaching• Michele Hockey (Biology/Science Y7-12) Australian

College of Educators – Quality Teaching• Emma Henshaw (English Y11-12) Independent

Schools Teacher Accreditation Authority – Classroom/Professional Excellence

• Tracey Gray (Upper Prep Coordinator/Teacher Y5) Independent Schools Teacher Accreditation Authority – Experienced Teacher

• Michael Lowbridge (IT Manager) – VM Ware Certifi ed Professional (VCP), Masters in Management (IT), Microsoft Certifi ed Technology Specialist (MCTS)

DEMONSTRATED TEACHING EXCELLENCE

Central Coast Grammar School is fortunate to retain high quality staff that are professional, friendly, caring and committed.

Staff Professional DevelopmentCourses attended by staff in 2009 included • Accreditation Agenda for Teachers

Conference• Be a Better Teacher• Best Start Training for Early Stage 1

Teachers• Beyond Beliefs (Curriculum Studies)• Business Studies Conference• Careers Adviser Conference• Choral Reading Day • Consistency of Teacher Judgement• CPR• Creative and Practical Music Making• Curriculum Network Meeting• Director of Studies Conference• Economics Teachers Conference• English Area of Study and Ext 2• English - Belonging Basics - How to

Approach the Area of Study• English Crime Writing• English Distinctive Voices• English HSC Advanced English

Lecture Day• English Teachers Conference• First Aid• Environmentally Sustainable

Environment• Future Problem Solving Australia• G&T and Learning Support• Gifted & Talented Camp• Geography Exam Review • Geography Skills Workshop• Graphics Booster - Concept

Sketching and Perspective• History Teachers Conference• Hospitality - Developing

Assessment Tools • Hospitality Planning• Indonesian - National Conference• Industrial Arts Conference• Industry Planning Day• Interactive Whiteboard Conference

• IT Managers Conference• IT VMWare Training• IT Windows 7 • ITC Curriculum K-12• Japanese - Web 2.0• Japanese Teachers Ext. Workshop• Jewellery - Art Deco Ring Design• Lessons That Really Work• Making Curriculum Adjustments• Music 7-12 Interactive Whiteboards • NAPLAN Workshops• Number Sense / Four Operations• OH&S Forum• Painting Without a Brush• Pastoral Care Conference• Preventing and Reducing Challenging

Behaviour in Young Children• Psychology Collegiate Day• Society & Culture - Multiple Choice,

Structured Responses• Special Education Conference • Student Community Involvement• Student Wellbeing Systems and

Procedure• Student Wellbeing for House

Coordinators • Study Skills - Enhanced Learning• Teaching Monologue Performance• Teaching Strategies and Behaviour

Support for Students• IB Theory of Knowledge Network Day• Timetable Development• VET On The Job Training Initiative• Work Placement Y11 Organisation

Industry Links• You Can Do It Education Seminar• Admin - Issues and Crisis

Management Workshop• Admin - Legalities of the Enrolment

Process• Admin - Synergetic Technology

Training

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TEACHING

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NURTURED STUDENT WELLBEING

Initiatives across all age groups enhanced social and emotional learning and assisted students to develop resilience and positive social values.

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Student WellbeingStudents aged 12-17 participated in a Smoking and Alcohol Survey for the Northern Sydney Central Coast Area Health Services. The survey was intended to raise awareness of students' attitudes and habits in these two major issues and to give staff and parents an opportunity to look objectively at these issues to help home and school know how best to manage them.

Year 11 participated in the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness Program which covered various aspects of safe and responsible road use.

Two Year 10 students were appointed as NRMA Safer Driving Ambassadors for 2009-2010. These students will present road safety presentations to their peers at school and at other venues and events.

A 4-week ‘Communicating with Friends’ program was conducted for Year 8 girls aimed at enhancing their preparedness to communicate with a wide range of people. Sessions covered issues and strategies such as resolving confl ict, empathy, respecting others, building self esteem, keeping and making friends, online safety and cyber bullying.

WELLBEING

• Funds were raised to support the Victorian Bushfi re Appeal, Children’s Medical Research Institute, Cancer Council, Cystic Fibrosis Australia and the Smith Family.

• The Student Representative Council coordinated our fi rst Mufti Day in May, raising funds for Camp Breakaway.

• The Year 12 vs staff football challenge was well supported with funds raised going to the Stephen Sanig Foundation.

• Male staff created awareness of men’s health issues by supporting the Movember Foundation.

• Students involved in Amnesty International raised funds for World Refugee Day.

• We supported Maprik High School in Papua New Guinea by donating 1000 hankies to provide simple bandages for use by patients in the Wewak area of PNG.

• Our annual K-12 Foundation Day coin line raised $2,200 for the Save the Children Fund.

• Over $6000 was raised in support of World Vision’s 40-hour Famine.

• Over 70 students represented CCGS at the ANZAC Dawn Service at Terrigal.

• Many students collected for the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal.

• Years 11 and 12 students and staff donated blood for the Red Cross.

• Year 11 students volunteered their services during the April holidays at the Donnison Street Restaurant which supports some of the most disadvantaged people in our Central Coast community.

To assist parents to better understand issues surrounding hosting a teen party, Senior College invited Years 11-12 parents to attend a forum and hear experts speak on the factors and guidelines to consider when deciding whether or not to host such an event.

The Wellbeing team – Head of Senior College, Head of Middle School, Heads of House, Junior School Wellbeing Coordinator, House Coordinators and School Councillors – met over two days to consider a range of programs and structures for 2010 to further support a positive culture of student wellbeing.

Service to OthersAt Central Coast Grammar School we are fortunate to have a generous and caring community who assist our school and those in need in so many ways, with their time, giving and enthusiasm.

Our biggest fundraiser for the year was in support of the Tabitha Foundation. A total of $37,000 was raised to pay for materials to build 20 houses for families in remote villages in Cambodia. The ‘Grammar Goes Greek’ fundraising dinner was a huge success contributing over $6000 to the project.

In Senior College a student committee of volunteers from Years 10-11 coordinated student fundraising activities and investigated community service opportunities in addition to participating in service projects.

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COMMUNITY

The collective enthusiasm of so many volunteers continues to deepen the rich tapestry of life for our community. The planning and implementation of a range of community events by parents, staff, students and friends of CCGS serves to demonstrate our willingness to work together to achieve successful outcomes.

Community EventsThe Vision Splendid garden and pond provided a tranquil setting for the traditional P&F Welcome Gathering. The landscaping, completed during a community working bee in December, was well established and much admired by over fi ve hundred parents and staff that attended the event.

At the opening of the Multipurpose Synthetic Sports Field in April, hundreds of spectators lined up to watch students and visiting sports professionals demonstrate football, hockey, t-ball and softball. Parents joined in too, challenging students in softball. The Stage Band and Middle School Concert Band performed a lively repertoire to match the mood of the day. Our past hockey girls received a warm welcome when they took to the turf to play our seniors. The one all draw set the scene for a return match resulting in the ‘Old Girls’ vs Seniors game becoming an annual fi xture.

The 25th Anniversary Spring Fair and Art Show was one of the most successful in the history of Central Coast Grammar School, attracting thousands of visitors. Excellent weather and an increased number of activities, stalls and food outlets saw gross takings exceed $90,000. The indoor sports centre (RLC) was transformed into an art gallery and the outdoor Fair activities stretched from the RLC to the Multipurpose Sports Field, the Vision Splendid pond and gardens, and Rugby 1. The newly developed area overlooking the pond with its panoramic view proved a popular spot. It is estimated that over a hundred parents, staff and students assisted on the day. The success of this happy community event, embodying as it does the deep family spirit which exists in our school, was a tribute to all involved.

Junior School students welcomed over 400 visitors to Grandparents Day. The children were delighted to show what they had learned or created, or the technology they had mastered. The visit was very rewarding for all involved.

Over 350 dads joined their children for the annual Fathers and Children Breakfast in September. The second Fathers and Children Camp was also a great success with 252 dads, boys and girls enjoying a fun fi lled weekend at Point Wolstoncroft, Lake Macquarie.

The second ARTECH Showcase was an outstanding success This annual event provides a platform for a range of students to display their talents. Year 11 Visual Arts students devised the layout for the displays of artworks by students from K-12. The Hospitality students provide a wonderful array of food for the hundreds of visitors in attendance.

SUPPORTIVE AND COHESIVE SCHOOL COMMUNITY

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IMPROVED ENVIRONMENTAL CREDENTIALS

During 2009, the physical infrastructure of our campus was extensively improved. These new and upgraded facilities are of great benefi t to our students and add signifi cantly to the quality of the environment in which we, as a school, operate.

FacilitiesThe most signifi cant addition was the Multipurpose Sports Field, opened in April. This top grade arena accommodates a variety of sporting codes and is well located in front of the RLC and adjacent to the Vision Splendid gardens and pond. Since its opening, this facility has experienced constant use as a sports ground and teaching facility and has become a sought after sporting precinct for the broader Central Coast community.

Our tree-studded Cross Country track and sporting facilities came under the spotlight in March when we hosted the ISA Cross Country Carnival which attracted 1000 competitors.

The announcement of a $3M grant for a new Library and Lecture Theatre under the Australian Government’s Building the Education Revolution program, was an exciting development. Within a tight timeframe Library services were relocated, the old structure, with the exception of footing, was demolished and construction commenced. It is expected this facility will open in Term 2 2010.

An additional $200,000 grant under the Australian Government’s School Pride program provided funding for a range of projects.

Covered walkways were installed and gardens adjacent to the stairs were landscaped. The Infants playground was refurbished to include new shade cloth, soft fall, retaining walls and landscaping. Tree removal between buildings occurred to alleviate damage to buildings and walls. Outdoor student tables and seating were replaced and various landscape projects were undertaken to provide structure and safety to walkways.

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The P&F funded the establishment of a new sports fi eld in a previously unused area of the campus, adjacent to the cricket nets and Rugby 1 and 2. The works included remediation at the junction of the oval drain and Erina Creek, levelling of the playing surface, installation of a turf cricket wicket and planting of native vegetation.

The community also funded extensions to Vision Splendid in the area located behind the ARTECH building, overlooking the pond and rugby fi elds. This elevated area presents a superb vista over the sports facilities and has become a key meeting area for school events.

Greening CCGSThe ICT Department replaced Desktop PCs with Thin Clients connected through the existing network to PCs located in the centralised data centre, reducing energy consumption by 45%. CCGS has also adopted virtualisation which decouples a physical machine from the software that runs on it. Using VMWare ESX, ICT now runs 22 ‘virtual’ servers on three physical hardware units. The outcome is reduced hardware costs, operational power and cooling requirements.

Environmental awareness was raised amongst junior students through a ‘Waste-Less Lunch’ which focused on reducing unnecessary packaging. A worm farm was created to support the Year 7 Technology ‘Sustainable Living’ unit.

Staff attended a ‘Sustainability walk-about’ that considered printing, catering supplies, energy and water usage, waste, refrigeration, insulation and air conditioning.

In line with our environmental profi le, printing practices also came under the spotlight. The Future Directions 2009-2014 document was printed on 100% recycled paper by an accredited environmentally responsible printing press using vegetable based inks. In addition, our target to reduce photocopying by 5% was achieved in 2009.

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ENVIRONMENT

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The CCGS School Board and Management continue to remain focused on our educational offering and overall sustainability by ensuring our school is well managed and continues to be fi nancially healthy.

NSW Board of Studies Registration In 2009, Central Coast Grammar School was accredited and registered with the NSW Board of Studies for a further fi ve years. This process is a requirement of all Independent Schools under legislation. Board of Studies inspectors conducted a two-day visit to our school in June to view teaching programs and tour the campus. This inspection was in addition to information provided online. I am delighted to announce that Central Coast Grammar School was compliant in all areas. While the audit is not a quality rating, the inspectors made positive comments about our programs, the calmness of our school whilst in operation, our friendly students and the quality of our grounds and buildings.

Enrolments and MarketingWhile many independent schools faced diffi cult times during 2009 due to the global fi nancial crisis, CCGS was fortunate to weather the storm well with enrolments increasing during the year. Our year began with a warm welcome to 132 new students. While a number of students left the school for a variety of reasons including relocation and fi nancial pressure, we welcomed many new students to our campus. Such has been the demand for places that we will offer an additional Year 6 class in 2010. The fact that we are able to grow an extra class in a challenging economic environment is encouraging indeed, and a great vote of confi dence in our school and the quality of education it offers.

In June, prospective parents experienced the richness of the educational provision during a normal school day at our fi rst Open Morning. It was very pleasing to hear many positive comments about our facilities and the friendly welcome they received from students and staff. Such was its success that Open Mornings have been scheduled into the calendar and will occur each term in 2010.

We presented CCGS to the broader community at a number of venues. At the ‘Gosford Show’ in May and ‘Kids Day Out’ in November our stands generated a great deal of interest. On both occasions our musicians displayed talent and depth through their polished performances which received enthusiastic applause from show-goers. In May, CCGS was represented at the ‘North Shore Schools’ Expo’ held in Chatswood, Sydney.

ScholarshipsOur scholarship program seeks to attract a range of highly able students with different strengths who will make a solid contribution to our school and enhance its ethos. In 2009 our scholarship offering was reviewed resulting in the School Board creating additional scholarships to cater for a fl exible range of entry points, commencing in 2011. Traditionally, academic scholarships were offered for Years 7 and 11 only. This offer has been extended to include academic scholarships for students entering Years 8, 9 and 10. In addition, an academic scholarship will be granted to a student entering Year 5. The music scholarship previously offered to a student entering Year 11 will now be granted to a student entering Year 7.

SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

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MANAGEMENT

FINANCES 09

INCOME

NET FINANCIAL RESULT

EXPENDITURE

Capital expenditure

9%

Depreciation4%

Property expenses

4%

Operating leases2%

Salaries, allowances &

related expenses65%

Teaching and administration

14%

Interest2%

0

5,000,000

10,000,000

15,000,000

20,000,000

25,000,000

Income Expenditure Net Surplus

Commonwealth recurrent grants

22%

Fees and private income

62%

Commonwealth capital grants

8%

State recurrent grants

7%

Other Capital Income

1%

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TRIBUTES

TRIBUTES

I have found my fi rst year as Headmaster particularly rewarding. I enjoyed enormously being part of a vibrant, diverse community of students, staff and parents that takes great pride in contributing to our school’s success.

It has indeed been a very productive year and there is much to be proud and thankful for. I acknowledge the vision and leadership of the School Board and thank them for their guidance and support. This year in particular the Board has dedicated a signifi cant amount of time to develop a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing our school and to formulate the Future Directions strategy to guide our school’s development into the future.

The positive leadership of our Chair, John Taylor and the strong commitment of Board members has ensured vibrant, energetic and focussed Board meetings. I thank each member of the Board for their vision and passion for CCGS and their signifi cant contribution of time throughout 2009.

I pay tribute to my leadership team: Denise McDonough (Head of Senior College), Steven Bennett (Head of Middle School), Lachlan MacKinnon (Head of Junior School) and Wal Hopkins (Business Manager) for their support and guidance in developing strategies for continuous improvement in student outcomes.

I express my gratitude to our talented and diligent staff for their enthusiasm and commitment in guiding our young men and women on their journey of ‘life and knowledge’.

I congratulate our Head Prefects, Madeleine Swan and Patrick Fiatarone on the success of their leadership. They proved to be fi ne role models and will be remembered for upholding the fundamental values and spirit of our school through their contribution and service to others.

William LowHeadmaster

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Our students, too, have excelled both in and out of the classroom. They can be proud of their hard work which has produced excellent results.

I acknowledge the good will of our parents who continue to provide the ‘happy, caring and supportive environment’ embodied in our motto. In particular, I thank Kristine Riley (Head of the P&F) for her enthusiasm and energetic leadership of the large band of highly involved, supportive parents who worked tirelessly to ensure the success of important community events. I also acknowledge the contribution of our past parents and past students for their continued encouragement and support of our school.

In 2009, our students thrived due to collective commitment underpinned by a culture of excellence. We end the year taking pride in good results and smart, new facilities.

I express my thanks to each of you – mums, dads and grandparents, teachers, support staff and sponsors – for the contribution you have made, in your own way, to the growth and success of our school. We will continue to strengthen our partnerships with parents and with local and global communities to ensure our young people have every opportunity to become the confi dent, caring citizens to which we aspire.

The strong impression I have of CCGS is of a warm-hearted, diverse community which cares for and values each other. The school’s fundamental values of generosity and selfl essness are deeply embedded in our daily life as evidenced by the many acts of kindness I witness at every turn. I have no doubt that as a cohesive family community, we are well equipped to guide and nurture every child through their educational journey.

Artwork by Sarah Knox, Year 12 2009

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ACADEMICICAS Science Competition Year 7 - Distinction 7, Credit 18Year 8 - Distinction 2, Credit 17Year 9 - High Distinction 2, Distinction 5, Credit 33Year 10 - Distinction 10, Credit 28

National Language ExaminationsAssessment of Language CompetenceYear 10 - 29 students - Listening and Reading skills French: High Distinction 3 | Distinction 2Japanese: High Distinction 2 | Distinction 4Indonesian: High Distinction 3 | Distinction 5

ICAS EAA Computer Skills CompetitionYears 5 and 6 - 166 studentsHigh Distinction 7 | Distinction 35 | Credit 59Mathematics Challenge for Young Australians Years 5 and 6 - 27 studentsDistinction (highest score) 26 | Perfect score 16ICAS EAA Writing Competition Years 4 and 6 - 162 students High Distinction 2 | Distinction 18 | Credit 38University of Sydney Science Eureka Competition2 students placed 1st, winning the national prize,

Secondary Schools category, for their video which explained sound

Brain Bee Challenge2 students attended the State FinalTournament of Minds - Final NSW Hunter Region 1st CCGS Applied Technology Tournament Honours CCGS Literature Team

DEBATING PUBLIC SPEAKINGHICES Debating Competition 1st CCGS SeniorsRunner-up CCGS Juniors

1 student named ‘Best All-round Speaker’ for both the inter-regional and regional rounds

Josie Mitchell Debating Competition (Y7-8)1st CCGS Year 7 team2 students were named ‘Speaker of the Debate’ Probus Debating Runner-up CCGSRotary Inter-Schools Debating Competition Runner-up CCGSMacquarie Schools’ Cup CompetitionSemi-fi nalist - Y10 CCGSIPSHA Gala Debating Day1st CCGS Y5 and Y6 Model United Nations Assembly - Central Coast1 CCGS team placed 1st overall and was invited to

compete at a higher level1 CCGS team won the Linda McLean Memorial Peace

Award, Best Dressed Award and Highly Commended 2 students were Highly Commended on their speakingLions Youth of the Year 1 student placed 2nd in the District fi nal 1 student won Best Public Speaker Award and will

proceed to Zone level in 2010

Rostrum Voice of Youth Competition 1 student was runner-up in the Senior Div1 student represented the region in the Junior Div

Inter-regional Public Speaking Competition1 Y6 student was named overall winner1 Y5 student placed 3rd

MUSICYamaha Music FestivalMerit CCGS Middle School Concert Band Future Jazz Leaders Award 1 student placed equal 1st and featured at the opening

of the Melbourne International Jazz FestivalBilly Hyde Drummers’ Playoff1 student placed 2nd in this national competitionBattle of the BandsYear 10 Rock Band ‘Silhouette Effect’ placed 2nd

DRAMAShakespeare Festival - RegionScene - Joint winners Duologue - Highly CommendedAdaptation - Highly Commended

SPORTATHLETICSNSW All Schools Athletics 6 CCGS students were placed in the top tenCIS Athletics2 students were placed in the top 318 CCGS students represented ISAISA Athletics 1st Boys Division 25th Girls Division 1 HICES Junior Athletics 1st CCGS (fi fth consecutive year)

BASKETBALLISA Senior GirlsPremiers Junior A and Junior B (undefeated) 3 students selected as ISA Opens Representatives4 students selected as U16 RepresentativesISA Senior Boys Premiers: Firsts, 17s, 15s (undefeated)1 student selected in ISA Basketball Firsts1 student selected in ISA Basketball 2ndsJunior Basketball Central Coast Primary SchoolsCCGS Champion School - U13s 3 teams, U11s 6 teams1 student selected as NSWCIS Representative

CRICKET1 student selected in the NSW U19 All Schools

Cricket Team 1 student selected in the CIS Girls Open

Cricket Team

CROSS COUNTRYNational Schools Cross Country1 student represented NSW All SchoolsNSW All Schools Cross Country6 students represented CIS1 student fi nished 3rd overall (13 years boys)CIS Senior Cross Country5 students fi nished in the top 10 in their age division26 CCGS students represented ISAISA Cross Country 1st overall CCGS girls (Junior, Intermediate, Senior)2nd overall CCGS boys 8 students gained top three placingCIS Junior Cross Country1st CCGS Y12 boys 21 students represented HICES at CISHICES Junior Cross Country 1st overall CCGS Division 12nd overall CCGS Handicap Shield Division 2

EQUESTRIANCCGS Inter-school Dressage1st CCGS School Championship Trophy1 student achieved Elementary Champion (7-12)

FOOTBALL1 student selected in the ISA 2nd XI Football team 4 students selected in the HICES Junior Football TeamHOCKEY1 student selected for the NSW Under 18 Women’s

Hockey team 1 student selected for the NSW State U16 team4 students represented the CIS U16 Hockey Team at

the NSW All Schools Hockey Trials3 students selected in the ISA Women's Open

Hockey Team ISA Hockey CCGS placed 2nd overall and won the School

Championship Trophy Premiers Junior ARunner-up Firsts and Junior BNSWPSSA Hockey (Junior)2 students selected in the CIS Primary Schools Hockey

team in the NSW PSSA ChampionshipsPremiers U11, Grammar Greens 2nd

NETBALLISA NetballPremiers Intermediate B, Intermediate C Semi-Finalists Junior B, Intermediate A, Junior A2 students selected as ISA RepresentativesJunior Netball1st Grammar Groovers (undefeated)

RUGBY DIVISION 2Premiers 16sRunners-Up - 1st XV, 2nd XV, 13s2 students selected for ISA Opens Rugby Squad2 students selected for ISA 16 Rugby SquadPrep Rugby Runners-Up - Prep 1sts, U9, U10

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SOFTBALLISA Softball Semi-fi nalists - Senior Girls, Junior Girls1 student selected as an ISA Open representative

SNOWSPORTSAustralian Interschools Snowsports Competition 1 student placed 1st in Division 2 Moguls and attended

the Olympic Training Camp in Whistler, CanadaSWIMMINGAustralian Schools Swimming Championships1 student placed 1st in three eventsNSW Short Course Swimming Country

Championships2 CCGS students each broke 3 records NSW All Schools Swimming 3 students represented CIS, with two students placing

1st, 2nd and 3rd in several eventsNSWCIS Swimming Championships16 CCGS students competed and 1 student broke

three recordsISA Swimming ChampionshipsCCGS overall - 2nd girls, 3rd boys 1st Intermediate Girls and Intermediate Boys2nd Junior GirlsHICES Swimming Championships2nd CCGS Division 14 students placed 1st in individual events

TENNIS1 student won the ISA Opens singles, represented CIS

and was a reserve for the NSW Schools’ Team

TRIATHLON NSW All Schools2 students placed 2nd and 6th and gained NSW

representationCIS Triathlon3 students placed 2nd6 students placed 7th3 students placed 8th

INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN'S GAMES6 CCGS students were selected in the Australian Central

Coast Team to attend the games in Athens, Greece

OTHERCoasties Film Festival1 student placed 1st with the fi lm, ‘I Remember’Taronga Zoo’s FESS Up Program 2 students were selected as student mentorsNRMA Ambassador Program2 students were selected as NRMA Ambassadors

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Drumming

Basketball

Netball

Equestrian

ACHIEVEMENTS 09

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