At Macquarie Anglican Grammar School, our Co-curricular Framework complements the formal academic curriculum. These activities encompass a diverse range of experiences, such as clubs, sports, volunteer work, workshops, and competitions, which offer students opportunities to develop various skills, interests, and values beyond what is traditionally taught in the classroom. Co-curricular activities not only enhance students' personal and social growth but also contribute to their development by nurturing teamwork, leadership, creativity, and a deeper understanding of their own interests and passions, ultimately preparing them for an enriching educational experience.
Each program on offer is focused on developing our students’ skills to live out our mission of being resilient young people who make a difference in the world through our Values of Faith, Community, Character, and Excellence.
Our Co-curricular Framework is split into five distinct programs:
- Academics
Academics, traditionally considered the core of formal education, can also be viewed as a Co-curricular domain in the broader educational context. Co-curricular activities encompass all the educational experiences that occur outside of the regular classroom curriculum. When academics are included within this framework, it means that they are not limited to the conventional classroom setting but extend to various supplementary educational activities and opportunities.
Programs on offer:
- Da Vinci Decathlon
- Debating
- Science and Engineering Challenge
- Chess
- Advanced Learning Mentor Program.
- The Arts
Creative and Performing Arts as a Co-curricular domain refer to the various artistic and expressive activities. These activities are designed to complement and enhance the overall learning experience of students. The Macquarie Creative and Performing Arts program is accessible to all students from Prep to Year 12. Our focus is to provide opportunities for students to discover ways to express themselves through various art forms, including instrumental and vocal music, clubs and competitions, exhibitions and performance opportunities. The program is designed to develop skills across the arts, build confidence and a sense of community and belonging
Programs on offer:
- Macquarie Band
- Macquarie Choir
- Whole School Musical. - Livestock
Livestock is a vital and multifaceted Co-curricular domain that encompasses a wide range of activities and opportunities for personal and educational growth. Co-curricular activities in agriculture can be incorporated into a student's overall learning experience to enhance their understanding of agriculture, foster practical skills, and develop a deep appreciation for the agricultural sector's significance in our society. Macquarie has achieved a range of accolades across a range of local and national shows, including the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
Programs on offer:
- Livestock Show Team. - Service
Macquarie aims to develop students who have a positive influence on both their school and local community through various volunteer opportunities where students are involved in serving as representatives of Macquarie. Providing service to others encompasses actions and behaviours that benefit or assist other individuals, communities or society. This domain encourages students to understand the importance of helping, supporting and contributing to the wellbeing and development of others without expecting personal gain.
Programs on offer:
- The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme
- Sports Coaching (Macquarie teams)
- Macquarie Community Service Program. - Representative Sport
The Macquarie competitive sports program is designed to develop pathways for our students to participate in elite competition across a broad range of sports. The program exposes students to individual and team sports that will enable them to build confidence, develop friendships and find a lifetime of enjoyment and health.
Competitive sports on offer:
- Swimming
- Rugby League (including League Tag)
- Rugby Union (XVs and Sevens)
- Netball
- Futsal
- Cricket
- Equestrian
- Athletics
- Cross Country
- Gymnastics
- Touch Football.
Sporting Pathways
The representative progression for swimming, athletics and cross country is shown below. For other sports, students may be required to attend trials for WAS, HICES or AICES and follow the pathway from there. For further information regarding representative programs, please contact your Sports Co-ordinator.
Junior School
1. School Carnival
2. Heads of Independent Co-Educational Schools (HICES)
3. Combined Independent Schools (CIS).
Senior School
1. School Carnival
2. Western Associated Schools (WAS)
3. Association of Independent Co-Educational Schools (AICES)
4. Combined Independent Schools (CIS).
Junior School Co-curricular Awards
The Macquarie Participation Program (MPP) encourages students to participate in a range of programs and activities within the school, enabling them to become well rounded young men and women. Through active involvement in the Macquarie Participation Program, students participate in:
- Individual and Team Sports
- Cultural and Artistic Activities
- Personal Excellence and Community Service Programs
- Academic Achievement and Improvement.
Students are awarded points when they demonstrate participation in any of the four domains (Sport, Cultural, Community and Academic). These points are recorded in the back of their school dairy and badges are awarded twice a term during Junior School assembly.
Senior School Co-curricular Awards
The Senior School Co-curricular Awards system is designed to acknowledge and award students who show commitment, skill, leadership and sustained participation in an activity within the school. Students will be recognised across three colours: Gold, Silver and Bronze, depending on their level of achievement.
Gold: Gold recipients are exemplary in every aspect of their participation, representing Macquarie at the highest level. Their skills are considered exceptional beyond the context of the school and they have represented the school for a substantial time in a given activity. They display leadership, innovation and independence. They not only display team spirit, but they also foster it. They inspire and enhance the experience of those around them.
Silver: Silver recipients are highly skilled, highly valued and have represented Macquarie for a substantial time in a given activity. They have achieved excellent standards integral to the success of their activity. Their skills are appreciated by and evident to the wider Macquarie community. They display leadership, commitment, self-development and selfless participation. They epitomise the values of Macquarie in their conduct. They are integral to the success of their activity.
Bronze: Bronze recipients have represented Macquarie or made a commitment to an activity for a substantial time. During this time the student has displayed skills and/or commitment that exceed expected standards of participation. They display commitment, self-development and tenacity. They have made a valued and sustained contribution to an activity. They have had a positive impact on the activity and school community.
Nomination Process:
- Students who demonstrate outstanding skill, attitude and achievement in their chosen activity may be nominated by a teacher for an award.
- Students who consistently represent the school and themselves in a positive manner.
- Applications will go to the Co-curricular Committee and a colour will be determined based on the student’s ability to meet set criteria.
- Senior School Colours Assemblies will be held at the end of Term 1, for summer activities, and Term 3, for winter activities.
