I feel certain that over the past few weeks most of us took a deep breath and asked for strength to manage the current challenge facing us on so many fronts. When we dig deep and sit in our quiet moments we come to the realisation that strength will not come from an external source … Continue reading Give me strength
“The focal point of Jewish life is the transmission of a heritage across the generations” - Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks The last week has been another extraordinary one in the life of Moriah College, a week redolent in meaning, that clearly defines who we are and why we exist. Two years ago, on the 75th … Continue reading Honouring our heritage
“If you are losing your leisure, look out! -- It may be you are losing your soul.”― Virginia Woolf By chance, I had a recent conversation with a few eight-year-olds about what they like to do outside of school. The notion of having a hobby was explored, and I was honestly shocked to learn that this … Continue reading What these eight-year-old students said, shocked me!
It’s funny how the simple things can sometimes leave a lasting impression or at least introduce an idea that floats around in the back of your head until suddenly it ignites a spark. Just recently, I came across a cartoon drawing in which Mickey Mouse and Winnie the Pooh were staring at each other. In … Continue reading Teach children how to be kind to increase their happiness
The start of the school year presents a valuable opportunity to educators to review the process and practice through which they are growing our students. They also reflect on how effective the collective message of teachers and parents has been in building the skills and capabilities necessary for Generation Z. My opening address to the … Continue reading This is why you should teach your child to be a ‘learner’, not a ‘worker’
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