Brave Hearts Bold Minds

In this episode, Charlie and Rita discuss the scary trends on social media and the dangerous ‘challenges’ that students and adolescents are exposed to on . In the Deep Dive segment, the team discuss website copywriting facts that might make school marketers re-think their content strategy and in this episode’s Top Tips, Rita shares her tips for choosing any new supplier for your school. Finally, in the Rants and Raves segment, the hosts rave about some fun new ads from Uber Eats. Episode links: Yahoo – ‘Really scary’: Teen dies after dangerous TikTok challenge https://au.news.yahoo.com/really-scary-teen-dies-in-dangerous-tik-tok-challenge-083906913.html Forbes – TikTok struggling to contain spread of video showing man’s apparent suicide https://www.forbes.com/sites/jemimamcevoy/2020/09/07/tiktok-struggling-to-contain-spread-of-video-showing-mans-apparent-suicide/#36f035fa1d7c Cursive Content – 3 website copywriting facts that should change your school’s content strategy https://cursivecontent.com/3-website-copywriting-facts-that-should-change-your-school-content-strategy/ AdAge – Mark Hamill and Sir Patrick Stewart face off over what’s for dinner in Uber Eats saga https://adage.com/creativity/work/mark-hamill-and-sir-patrick-stewart-face-over-whats-dinner-uber-eats-saga/2282986 The Marcom Society https://marcomsociety.org/join-now-australia

In this final episode of this first Brave Heart Bold Minds podcast series, Brad Entwistle, Founding Partner of imageseven turns the tables on Leigh Hatcher who reflects on his experience of interviewing educators from The Scots College.

Professor David Smith, Director of Graduate Studies in Education and Director of the Kuyers Institute for Christian Teaching and Learning at Calvin College in Michigan, USA and visiting scholar to The Scots College discusses why boys need collaboration. David further comments on how this can be applied within the classroom and at home.

This week, Ms Lisa Sharpe, Coordinator of Curriculum and Staff Development for the Preparatory School at The Scots College talks on the topic of boys and home learning. Lisa further elaborates on the home learning policy and some specific implications of this approach.

This week Head of Curriculum for year 7 to 12 at The Scots College Mr John Montgomery discusses boys and feelings. This is one of our most significant podcasts as John explores the way our culture has shaped boys understanding of manhood and how to encourage boys to embrace their emotions.

This week, Ms Monique Fewkes, Head of Learning Enrichment at The Scots College discusses why boys need praise. Monique further acknowledges how the right praise shapes a boy and lends to a positive mindset.

This week, Dr Ian Lambert, Principal of The Scots College discusses new learning for boys in a redefined world. Ian shares his insights on the skills necessary for the fast-paced modern world we are moving towards.

Ms Kathy Gibson, Kindergarten Coordinator of the Early Learning Centre at The Scots College discusses why boys need to be dynamic. Kathy explores what this looks like in the classroom and at home.

Mrs Gaye Entwistle, Director of the Early Learning Centre at The Scots College discusses why boys are powerful beyond measure. Gaye elaborates on the value of passion that lies within a boy.

In this week’s episode, Dr Tom Cerni, Head of Counselling Services at The Scots College talks on the important topic of boys and mental health.

This week Mr Duncan Kendall, Assistant Head of the Senior Preparatory School at The Scots College discusses why boys need to be engaged. Duncan imparts great wisdom on its achievability and substantiates through varied illustrations.

This week Mr Gareth Dyer, Manager of the Office of Heritage and Tradition at The Scots College talks on the topic of boys and connection. Gareth elaborates on the benefits of creating and maintaining connectedness.

Mr Chris Metcalfe, Dean of Applied Science at The Scots College talks on the topic of why boys need to seek answers. Chris also elaborates on the hierarchical model of Bloom’s Taxonomy used to classify educational learning objectives.

Ms Amanda Barwick, Dance and Drama Teacher at The Scots College examines why the Arts are being reclaimed by boys. Amanda further explores the value of the Arts and how it’s embedded in the culture at Scots offering the boys flexibility in their thinking, empathy, as well as an understanding of the benefits in the future.

This week, Mr Rod Stoddart, Head of the Brighton Preparatory School at The Scots College examines why boys need to be liked and feel connected. Furthermore, Rod explores the great value of relationships built on trust.

This week Mr Andrew Potter, Head of Students Years 7 to 12 at The Scots College talks on the topic of why boys need to laugh. Andrew shares his viewpoint on the importance of humour when working with boys.

This week Mr James Bowles, Biology Teacher and Brandt Housemaster discusses why boys need forgiveness. In addition, James delivers personal insights into forgiveness and how it can be empowering.

This week Nelson Bours, School Captain of The Scots College talks on the topic of fine young men. Nelson explores the elements and character traits of leadership, providing a personal insight into his leadership role within the College.

This week Sam Nealson who has been a Kindergarten Teacher and Prep Teacher at The Scots College for 34 years talks on the topic of boys and reading. Sam further discusses the numerous benefits of reading and how it’s more than just functional.

A weekly podcast providing a regular source of practical information, encouragement and inspiration for parents of school-aged boys hosted by veteran journalist and news anchor, Leigh Hatcher.

This week Dr Phil Cummins, Managing Director of Circle Education Group discusses how boys learn behaviour. Phil also conveys his collaborative approach to learning through experience.

This week Sarah Roxburgh, James Bee Housemaster and a Personal Development Health and Physical Education Teacher at The Scots College discusses how boys learn in different ways. Sarah further elaborates on the importance of engaging with boys and developing a two-way street of respect.

This week Mr Dougal Parsons, Head of English at The Scots College explores the need for a boy’s education to be real and relevant. Mr Parsons believes school is not just a place for passing tests but should be preparation for boys to embark on life.

This week Mr Paul Vickers, Director of Music at The Scots College discusses why boys are musical. Paul focuses on the emotive impetus behind the music, not solely on technique and practical skills.

This week Mrs Gaye Entwistle, Director of the Early Learning Centre at The Scots College talks on the topic of boys and responsibility. Gaye elaborates on how boys learn responsibility and identifies what this looks like in the classroom and at home.

This week Mr Val Zele, Design and Technology teacher at The Scots College discusses why boys need to take responsibility for their learning. Val offers insights into teaching boys how to learn and the various steps involved.

This week Mr David Scardino, Mathematics teacher and Housemaster of Gilchrist House at The Scots College discusses why boys need to overcome their fears in order to achieve success. David further examines what boys fear and how these fears may originate.

A weekly podcast providing a regular source of practical information, encouragement and inspiration for parents of school-aged boys hosted by veteran journalist and news anchor, Leigh Hatcher.

This week Duncan Kendall Assistant Head of the Senior Preparatory School at The Scots College discusses why boys need opportunities to be warriors, heroes and kings. Duncan further explores the influence of the environment and the advantages of service learning in shaping a boy.

This week Professor John Stackhouse, from Crandall University in Canada, who is a visiting fellow at The Scots College discusses how boys need faith. John further explores the meaning of faith and in particular Christian faith.

This week Ben Sawyer, Director of Cricket at The Scots College discusses how boys need to play to learn. Ben further examines the nature of play and discovery learning.

This week Mr John Crerar, Head of the Preparatory School and Deputy Principal at The Scots College discusses how boys need a structured discipline plan. He reminds us of the benefits of setting clear expectations and boundaries, tailoring discipline to the individual, and explores the role of authority structures.

This week Mr Brett Cranfield, Business and Economics Teacher at The Scots College discusses why boys need high expectations and positive reinforcement. Brett also focuses on the value of confidence and respect.

This week Dr Ian Lambert, Principal of The Scots College discusses why boys need character and boys need beauty. Dr Lambert identifies the attributes of character, how to develop character and why it’s paired with the beautiful.

This week Professor David Smith discusses why boys need a sense of faith in education and what that looks like in the classroom. Professor Smith further explores how Christians can add to public discussions and public practices and contribute to human flourishing.

In this episode, Mrs Nikki McCathie, Year 7 Student Academic and Welfare Coordinator at The Scots College talks about the importance of feeling safe. Nikki discusses the need for a safe learning environment where boys can openly express their emotions in various scenarios.

Professor John Stackhouse from Crandall University in Canada, who is a visiting fellow at The Scots College explores why boys need truth to navigate the world. John shares his wisdom on the meaning and value of truth, examining the difference between academic truth and truth in faith.

This week Dr John Montgomery Head of Curriculum at The Scots College discusses how boys need minds guided by hearts. John explores the benefits of combining the head with the heart through the integration of educational and community experiences.

This week Duncan Kendall the Assistant Head of the Senior Preparatory School at The Scots College discusses how boys just want to have fun from an educational perspective. Duncan further focuses on the physicality and competition in fun and how these can be encouraged within a safe framework.

Dr Hugh Chilton, Teacher and Research Fellow at The Scots College discusses how boys need wisdom. Hugh examines the meaning of wisdom through past and present insights; outlining how wisdom can favourably shape the life you lead.

In this episode, Sarah Goldsby Smith, Dean of Humanities at The Scots College discusses how boys need to be brave thinkers, discover the wonder of the humanities and ethically engage.

Brian Smith, the Director of Rugby at The Scots College discusses how boys gain comfort in their teams and groups. Social acceptance, challenges and resilience are identified as key elements of teamwork and the beneficial role they provide.

Rev Conrad Nixon, Senior Chaplain at The Scots College discusses three fundamental ways to nurturing hope in a boy. Conrad explores a boy’s own sense of identity and the importance of recognising where his worth ultimately lies, the value of being connected to things bigger than ourselves and developing a sense in things that are more abiding.

Ryan Smartt, the Vice Principal – Administration at The Scots College discusses how boys are spiritual through individual character and identity. In this episode, Ryan also explores Christianity and the importance of life through service to others.

Dr Lambert discusses the importance of laying a foundation for boys to flourish in life and building learning communities in this episode.

David Todd, an economics teacher and Director of Athlete Development and Pathways at The Scots College examines why boys need a strong work ethic. In this podcast, David explores three essential elements: ethics, adaptability and gratitude and their role in growing fine young men.

Phil Cooney, in his role in operations and student management at The Scots College reflects on his 20 plus years managing adolescent behaviour. Phil believes that boys crave consistency and structure. “They want to know the boundaries. Boys don't operate in the grey, they work best in black and white, where they have a known outcome and they know exactly how they're going to get there.” Phil shares the importance of consistency and discipline, and knowing when to “not sweat the small things”.

Gaye Entwistle, Director of the Scots College Early Learning Centre, chats about the role of imagination in learning. From dragons and spiders to writing a narrative, Gaye explains her philosophy of encouraging boys to have their own voice, and their own democratic right to be involved in their learning. Common concerns are featured such as anxiety at school, sleeping well, homework and how parents can help capture the imagination of their boy at home.

In this episode, Leigh Hatcher discusses why balance is so important for boys with Maths Teacher and House Master Phil Atkinson. They examine how, whilst boys need to be challenged in multiple areas, they also need a passion or a hobby in one area. Balance can be hard to achieve and so Phil and Leigh also cover time management, learning styles, organisation and some helpful strategies on learning maths.

Leigh Hatcher and Christian Studies teacher and McIntyre house master Mike Pitman discover why Boys Need Mentors in this episode. Mike shares his thoughts on how important parents are in the role of Mentor, urging us to be vulnerable and accessible. The hot topic of social media and its impact on a boy’s ability to share the deep truths of their life is also unpacked.

In this introductory episode, Leigh Hatcher and Dr Ian Lambert discuss how, and why the idea of Brave Hearts, Bold Minds and Growing Fine Young Men first emerged. They examine four things that are important in the education of a boy at school and in life. Habit of work, habit of reading, developing hobbies and interests and finally, key to unlocking a boy's potential, developing compassion and sensitivity. Dr Lambert also reflects on some of his own life and experiences.