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25.01.2022 A morning of problem solving! Thanks for coming Inquisitive Minds.

25.01.2022 Here is a snippet of todays Stage 2 workshop with Inquisitive Minds. Proof that Maths IS fun!

23.01.2022 It was a day of fun, friendship and learning as gifted mathematics students from primary schools across the diocese came together for the Inquisitive Minds Workshop, held at St Josephs Primary School, Merewether. Read more about these mathematical wizards below.

23.01.2022 As always - a fantastic day at Central Coast Grammar!

22.01.2022 A friend of mine is running a course on Emotional Intelligence at Castle Hill this Thursday night, 6:30 - 8:30. Im excited to see what she has to say about overcoming blocks to learning! The Workshop is free but you must register if you want to attend. Hope to see you there! http://www.questcoaching.com.au/events/

22.01.2022 Stage 2 and 3 had a blast during our Out of the Box incursion today!

22.01.2022 Today year 8 students participated in a Maths Interactive Program, Inquisitive Minds. The day included a series of problem solving and interactive mathematica...l challenges and activities that had students engaged for the duration of the day, even those who would claim that Maths is not their forte! See more

21.01.2022 In January, my daughter and I headed to Cambodia to do some teacher training. We had the privilege of working with amazing teachers, who were some of the most enthusiastic Ive ever come across. On our first day of training, teachers from three schools attended. It was a real experience for me because I felt to go in with lots of ideas but no specific plan (which is really not my style). I taught lots of games and hands on activities. The teachers were great and I must say t...hat we saw such enthusiasm and a really competitive side come out in some of the teachers when they had a go at the games and competitions for themselves. We went in to one of the three schools the week after our first visit and I was so excited because one of the teachers told me that she had been using LOTS of the games in class already! On our second day of training, I had a principal drive for hours to pick us up to take us to her school for training. She then minded the students from the whole school (100s of them) for the day while all of her teachers participated in Professional Learning and then she drove for hours to take us back to Phnom Penh. Theres commitment!! In this school we had the opportunity of watching the teachers teach their students some of the games after we taught them. I have honestly not seen such love for students before. It was awesome to see the care that the teachers had for their students and the excitement they had in explaining new things to them! On our last day of training, teachers from two schools came to our accommodation for their PL. Again, so much enthusiasm! They had their pens and paper ready at all times and were always busy writing instructions for things so they wouldnt forget them. We spent lots of time in this day on Friends of Ten, Hundreds Chart and associated games and activities. I loved that at the end of the day the teachers pumped me for the English words for a whole range of different shapes and then when it was all over, they learnt the expression "Time flies when youre having fun!" What I found the most impacting about our trip was seeing the poverty in the country and that education is truly such a key to improving peoples lives, but that it is so hard to access for so many. I saw such a need for Professional Learning for teachers too. Many have not received formal training, or have had training in another field. They are working in education without the background training because they see the need and know that they can do something really special there. I would love to be able to spend more time building their knowledge so that they can train the upcoming generation in an even bigger way than they already are! I think its safe to say, Cambodia, we will be back xx See more

21.01.2022 Today, Stage 3 participated in the Maths Inquisitive Minds Incursion. The girls experienced quality, fun hands-on Maths problem solving activities, whilst worki...ng in groups, to challenge themselves. The girls even participated in some Mathematical in-house competitions. All the girls felt that these activities were fun whilst it helped build their passion for mathematical reasoning, analytical thinking, collaboration and problem solving skills. See more

20.01.2022 Congratulations to Newington College for taking out first prize in the Year 10 Workshop for Talented Mathematicians at St Scholasticas College!

18.01.2022 Year 7 - 10 students taking part in the Inquisitive Minds Secondary Workshops. These workshops challenge and extend students of all mathematical abilities, teaching them new skills and enhancing their ability to solve problems.

17.01.2022 Today were hosting the Year 10 Talented Students Maths Day by Inquisitive Minds. Students enjoying problems and competitions with Roseville College, Northholm Grammar School, St Ives High School and Abbotsleigh. #maths #WeAreBarker

17.01.2022 Term 4 is up and running!

17.01.2022 Year 8 students enjoying their Inquisitive Minds Day. A mathematical problem solving workshop extended students of all mathematical abilities, teaching them new skills and enhancing their ability to solve problems.

16.01.2022 What a beautiful way to finish the year!

15.01.2022 In the last few weeks, teachers (like many many others) have been asked to completely change their approach to their job. So many new skills have been acquired and so many innovative approaches have been put into play. Thank you! With this post, I want to open up a place for teachers to share what theyve tried. What works. What doesnt. And with this post, I also want to make a place for parents to share stories of ways their kids have been impacted in a positive way by their teachers in this time. (No negative comments please.) So, if youre a teacher, or if youre a parent, and you would like to share, please add your comment below.

15.01.2022 On Tuesday, Year 8 students were involved in a STEM Day where they engaged in a range of different problem solving activities and competitions (including chocol...ate challenges). Tasks offered catered for a range of mathematical interests and abilities resulting in a stimulating and very fulfilling day for all students. The engagement and energy in the room indicated a commitment from all students and I am sure they will have gone home yesterday physically and mentally exhausted. See more

15.01.2022 STHS warmly welcomes Inquisitive Minds for a brilliant Year 8 maths event.

14.01.2022 As you would imagine, due to COVID-19 our hands-on workshops in schools arent keeping us very busy at the moment, so weve decided to use our down time to do something weve been wanting to do for a long time - make resources for Primary Schools. The contents of our first 100 Inquisitive Minds - Problem Solvers Toolkits have arrived today and the packs should be assembled and ready for their official release in a few days. Im also in the process of making activities wh...ich can be used alongside the toolkits. These activities will include videos, slideshows, hands-on activities, open ended tasks, deep thinking questions and games. All activities will be available digitally to make them easily accessible for students working remotely. The first sets of activities are nearly ready for release and more will be made available over the next months. Keep posted for more details. See more

14.01.2022 Back to where I started. Awesome day at Birrong Girls!

13.01.2022 Some more photos from the recent Year 8 Maths Inquisitive Minds program, held at SFX. Thank you to Mrs Wilks and the Maths Department for organising this wonder...ful educational experience for our students and for sharing the photos they took on the day. Click on the link below; http://www.mayfieldsanc.catholic.edu.au//year-8-mathematic

12.01.2022 Angela Lee Duckworth, a teacher turned psychologist, reveals what factor determines whether a student will succeed or fail. Read: http://www.illumeably.com/success-vs-failure/ Credit: TED

11.01.2022 Year 8 Maths had an engaging day today at SFX, participating in the Inquisitive Minds program. Thank you to the SCM Maths Faculty for organising this wonderful educational opportunity for our students.

11.01.2022 We get to work with amazing people on a day to day basis, but it must be said that weve never had a week where the view from the office was quite so consistently spectacular! St Ignatius Riverview, SCEGGS, Pymble Ladies College and Meriden.

10.01.2022 INQUISITIVE MINDS - BY ANICA ALEKSIC 8J Yesterday ESHS was lucky enough to have the Inquisitive Minds team conduct an incursion for students in 7J, 7K and 8J. T...he incursion was aimed at mathematics and problem solving skills. The day started with a series of puzzles and problems that we had to solve in pairs to gain points. The teams with the most points won chocolates. Our day also consisted of a longest bridge and tallest tower building competition, rope tricks. The day ended with an hour of mind boggling games that everyone thoroughly enjoyed. We would like to thank the Inquisitive Minds team for a day full for a day of problem solving and puzzles that everyone loved.

10.01.2022 Awesome video!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdMViwiSD8w

09.01.2022 As you would imagine, due to COVID-19 our 'hands-on' workshops in schools aren't keeping us very busy at the moment, so we've decided to use our down time to do something we've been wanting to do for a long time - make resources for Primary Schools. The contents of our first 100 'Inquisitive Minds - Problem Solvers Toolkits' have arrived today and the packs should be assembled and ready for their official release in a few days. I'm also in the process of making activities wh...ich can be used alongside the toolkits. These activities will include videos, slideshows, hands-on activities, open ended tasks, deep thinking questions and games. All activities will be available digitally to make them easily accessible for students working remotely. The first sets of activities are nearly ready for release and more will be made available over the next months. Keep posted for more details. See more

09.01.2022 Today is the Year 8 Maths Incursion Day organised by Inquisitive Minds. The day is full of various maths activities, games and problem solving. Doing well girls! #maths #danebank #incursion

09.01.2022 In January, my daughter and I headed to Cambodia to do some teacher training. A big shout to MTA, who donated a large box of goodies, Teachers First Choice, who gave us a discount on Swipe, Write Wipe boards and also to lots of my friends who donated money to take with us, some of which was used for equipment to leave with the teachers. Here are some pics of the buying (in the Russian markets in Phnom Penh), the sorting process (in our accommodation) and the pile of goodies for one of the schools, (ready for me to glance at and decide what Id be teaching next).

08.01.2022 Something to contemplate ....

08.01.2022 This week, Year 7 took part in a Maths problem solving workshop Inquisitive Minds which is an interactive maths problem-solving workshop full of challenge and c...ompetition. Afterward, the girls shared such comments as: I never knew Maths could be this much fun, this was really enjoyable, I would definitely do this again! and its a fun way of doing Maths and helping kids to love Maths. #Abbotsleigh See more

08.01.2022 Last week we finished our first full week in one school. We catered for all of Year 7 to 10, running sessions for lower, middle and higher ability groups. At one stage Derek told a reluctant student that he would like it if he gave it a go. He even said hed give him our car if he didnt! Happy to say we still have a car and that we are already booked in for another whole week next year!

07.01.2022 We had a fantastic day at Hammondville Public School last week!

05.01.2022 Inquisitive Minds Today Mater Dei hosted Inquisitive Minds, a Mathematician Workshop for students across the Riverina to interactively take part in mathematical... strategic problem solving. A hands-on approach to solving problems, patterns, pictures and puzzles. A great day had by all!

03.01.2022 Just been writing a blog of where weve been in the last two years. What a blessing and privilege!! http://inquisitiveminds.com.au/index.php

03.01.2022 An awesome workshop for Years 5 & 6 who worked in teams developing their Mathematical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills. Thanks Inquisitive Minds!

03.01.2022 Unloading the van for the last time in 2016! After working with around 11500 students from over 150 different schools this year, I think its nearly time for a break (right after a few days in the office)! Thanks to our team for all of their dedication and thanks to the teachers who have taken the time out of their hectic schedules to work with us in enriching their students problem solving skills!

01.01.2022 Lindfield East Public School are holding some exciting workshops these holidays - ours being two of them. Follow the link to get more information: http://lepspandc.asn.au//school-holiday-creative-workshop/

01.01.2022 Fantastic day with students from the Newcastle area!