PDHPE

This term in PDHPE each child will be exploring their physical and mental well-being through various activities, discussions and online research. Across all year levels,  the encouragement of  students to reflect on their lifestyle choices and set goals for themselves is at the forefront of the term . Whether it's preparing for the upcoming Athletics Carnival (Week 10) or achieving smaller weekly goals, we believe in the power of planning and taking action. Maybe this could be something you do with your child in the upcoming weeks?

For those new to the College, ongoing access to Canvas and lesson outlines is strongly encouraged. They are filled with valuable information about theory and practical activities, which in turn ensures  each shield has the right equipment and knowledge to make the most of their PDHPE experience. 

This term in theory lessons, Year 7 explores the unit 'This is me’ focusing on the Changes and Challenges that are experienced when starting High School. Students will learn about strategies to effectively manage challenging situations, whilst also learning the art of writing responses to key learning questions. In practical activities, students will be conducting Athletics, with a focus on being prepared for the Athletics Carnival in Week 10. 

Year 8 is focusing on the unit ‘Movement Skill and Performance’. Within this unit they create a circuit utilising a series of Fundamental Movement Skills and explore its value in improving performance in a chosen sport. They are also  playing European Handball in the later half of the whilst also participating in some Cross Country running to prepare both physically and mentally for the Cross Country Carnival in Term 2.  

Year 9 students have been considering the role of themselves and others in developing ‘Respectful Relationships’ and are looking to create connections amongst their peers, while in Practical  the unit focus is, Athletics. Year 10 are focusing on the unit ‘Physical activity and me’ where they are looking to create opportunities for young people to remain physically active during major drop out zones as they move through adolescence. During this time in the practical unit they are encouraged to develop their hand eye coordination and communication by learning skills in Volleyball.

In their elective classes this term, Year 11 SLR have been enjoying their visits to the Gym at Snap Fitness and the Year 9 Interest Elective class; Outdoor Ed have been busy learning about ropes, harnesses and knot tying in preparation for their Caving Excursion to Wee Jasper. 

We are looking forward to the term ahead.

Mrs Courtney Dodds | Acting Assistant PDHPE KLA Leader