{"id":79,"date":"2018-10-24T03:40:47","date_gmt":"2018-10-24T03:40:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/insites.newington.nsw.edu.au\/newingtoncollegestrategicplan\/?page_id=79"},"modified":"2019-03-24T23:53:05","modified_gmt":"2019-03-24T23:53:05","slug":"co-curricular-engagement","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/insites.newington.nsw.edu.au\/newingtoncollegestrategicplan\/co-curricular-engagement\/","title":{"rendered":"Co-curricular Engagement"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Priority 4.1 Opportunities<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goals:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>a)<\/strong> Continue to develop a range of opportunities to explore and give expression to each boy\u2019s talents, skills and character. <br \/>\n<strong>b)<\/strong> Provide challenging co-curricular programs that suit the needs of the boys.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strategies:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>4.1.1<\/strong> Ensure balance and equity between all sectors of our co-curricular programs. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.2<\/strong> Review annually all co-curricular programs. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.3<\/strong> Seek partnerships with outside co-curricular groups or experts in their field to enhance our programs and opportunities. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.4<\/strong> Continue to pursue further accreditation avenues for co-curricular contribution. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.5<\/strong> Cater for boy led initiatives if appropriate. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.6<\/strong> Develop opportunities for tours and hosting of tours. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.7<\/strong> Develop lifelong involvement in areas of interest at all levels of competition and skill. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.8<\/strong> Promote short or long term exchange opportunities for boys. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.9<\/strong> Promote team activities across the co-curricular spectrum. <br \/>\n<strong>4.1.10<\/strong> Embed new sport options as appropriate and seek meaningful competitions with other schools.<br \/>\n<strong>4.1.11<\/strong> Explore new co-curricular opportunities e.g. technical crews for performing arts; catering\u00a0groups for College events; film and digital mediums.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Priority 4.2 Expectations<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goals:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>c)<\/strong> Clarify expectations for all boys to participate in a quality co-curricular program. Continue to enhance sportsmanship, citizenship, stewardship, competitiveness and contribution.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strategies:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>4.2.1<\/strong> Build strong coaching and co-curricular programs.<br \/>\n<strong>4.2.2<\/strong> Review our co-curricular requirements for Senior boys.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Goals:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>d)<\/strong> Embed sporting values into all aspects of our programs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4.2.3<\/strong> Emphasise the relevance and importance of conducting rigorous, comprehensive and ongoing risk assessments.<br \/>\n<strong>4.2.4<\/strong> Ensure appropriate acknowledgement of staff and parents for their specific contributions to the co-curricular programs of the College.<br \/>\n<strong>4.2.5<\/strong> Review sporting complexities of Club expectations, talent identification programs in all sports, AAGPS requirements, and provision of meaningful sporting experiences.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Goals:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>e)<\/strong> Implement strategies that ensure Newington continues to be a leading and valued member of the AAGPS community.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strategies:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>4.2.6<\/strong> Review staff expectations plus minimum requirements for coaching, first aid, and manager duties.<br \/>\n<strong>4.2.7<\/strong> Provide ongoing professional development for coaches including induction and expectations of the College.<br \/>\n<strong>4.2.8<\/strong> Actively contribute to the AAGPS external review.<br \/>\n<strong>4.2.9<\/strong> Reinforce AAGPS Code of Conduct to our coaches, managers, parents and boys.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Priority 4.3 Leadership<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goals:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>f)<\/strong> Provide recognition and leadership opportunities for boys.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strategies:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>4.3.1<\/strong> Review the award, reward, colours and honours structures for boys.<br \/>\n<strong>4.3.2<\/strong> Review the level and breadth of boy contribution and how it is acknowledged publicly.<br \/>\n<strong>4.3.3<\/strong> Promote the importance of each boy and staff member contributing to and appreciating all co-curricular offerings.<br \/>\n<strong>4.3.4<\/strong> Build opportunities for boy leadership in all aspects of the co-curricular and curricular programs.<br \/>\n<strong>4.3.5<\/strong> Improve the processes for the selection of co-curricular leaders and communication strategies around the decision process.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to Newington College. 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