High potential and gifted education

The science faculty have had a long standing relationship with Macquarie University to provide talent development opportunities for students with an interest in or potential for a future in STEM. Students have the opportunity to develop their scientific and STEM skills as well as their leadership skills though the delivery of STEM lessons as part of the Macquarie University NISEP program and the Girls to Graduates program. The students work with university professionals and undergraduate students to learn about a range of science and STEM experiments and projects. They then have delivered lessons to the younger students at CCDC as well as delivering lessons at local primary schools. The students have reported an increased interest and engagement in their Science and STEM subjects as well as a greater confidence to collaborate with their peers and share their knowledge and experience with others, developing both their intellectual and social-emotional potential.

We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of Genesis Tamala whose dedication and talent have shone brightly in both athletics and team sports this year. Representing our school at Sydney West and State levels, Genesis achieved an incredible 2nd place silver medal finish at the CHS State Athletics Championships, a testament to his hard work, determination, and athletic excellence. He continued on to NSW All Schools Athletics Championships where he achieved 3rd place and a bronze medal. In addition to his individual success, he also played a key role in our flag football team’s championship victory, was selected in the Chifley College Buckley Shield team and was an intergral part of the Dunheved Panther Trophy team demonstrating exceptional teamwork and leadership on the field. His accomplishments are a source of great pride for our school community, inspiring others to strive for excellence in both sport and spirit.

This year, students at Chifley College Dunheved Campus in Stage 4 and Stage 5 have been involved in the Premier’s Debating Challenge. Students have developed their teamwork skills, public speaking skills and have had the opportunity to understand the overall structure and guidelines of debating. Students were involved in debates based on topics related to education, law and order as well as Australian society. Congratulations to all students involved in debating!

A special mention to our Stage 5 debating team who were crowned the Zone Champions after being undefeated in the first three debates. This enabled students to proceed to the knockout stage of the competition where they became Quarter Finalists! Within the finals students showcased their impressive persuasive skills against Quakers Hill High School, Kingswood High School, Sefton High School and North Sydney Boys High School.

This is an extraordinary achievement and we are so proud of the team! Well done to Kirsten Pedersen, Elijah Brybag, Noorulain Ishtiaq and Leura Hinton. Thank you also to Benice Tinga and Lilly Corliss for assisting in some of our debates. We are so proud of you all!