Year 9 2021 Curriculum Handbook

Extension Electives

Students study one of these subjects per semester (two for the year)

All electives are 3 sessions per week

History Through Film                                                         

Take a journey through time as we explore how history has been represented in film.   Our movie-powered time machine can stop at any time.  At what time in history?  It is up to you and your classmates to decide!  The choices are endless and they are yours to make.  In recent years, students have studied films including Robin Hood, Pirates of the Caribbean, Dracula, Frankenstein, Ned Kelly, The Great Gatsby, Austin Powers and Back to the Future.  Students have enjoyed researching these historical periods and demonstrating their learning in many ways, according to their own learning styles and interests.

 

Assessment Tasks:  A combination of research and creative tasks. 

Tasks are negotiated based on the films and historical periods chosen for study early in this elective course. 

Inter-school Sports                                            

This practical based subject will focus on preparing students for the inter-school sports carnivals.

The double session will be primarily focused on the specific training, techniques and tactics for the inter-school sports appropriate to that semester. 

  • Swimming (specifically term 1 or 4) or Athletics (specifically term 2 or 3).

The single session will focus on cross-country training, recovery techniques and other low impact fitness components such as flexibly, balance, core strength and reaction time. 

 

Students will be assessed against their performances in these skills and events both 

in class and at the inter-school carnivals. 

 

YEAR 9  Myths & Legends                                            

Myths and legends are stories that explore the world. They are an excellent way to explore other cultures and beliefs. Students will be able to investigate the origins of myths and legends, and will learn how these stories are affected by a country’s history, location and climate.

Students will consider what exactly myths and legends are and how much they have informed and influenced lives today. The subject will draw on myths and legends from Ancient cultures such as the Greeks and Romans, the Celtics and the Aboriginal Dreamtime, as well as modern myths and legends that have their founding in history (such as Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone).

 Students will explore various myths and legends via written and film texts. Use of ICT will be incorporated in effective research skills and presentation of assignments.

 

ASSESSMENT TASKS:

Students will complete a variety of written, oral and multi-modal tasks exploring the 

impact and influence of myths and legends on ancient and modern societies and cultures.

YEAR 9  The Writer’s Block                              

Leap into jaw-dropping adventure, chilling mysteries and soaring romance! Free your imagination! Indulge in your love for stories.

 

Students will explore the conventions of writing and exploring a range of forms and genres for a range of purposes and audiences. This is a must subject for the budding writer or those who enjoy exploring the written word.

 

ASSESSMENT TASK:

  • A folio of original written work.

YEAR 9  Nursing and Health Promotion

This elective has been developed to allow students to research and explore some of the major ailments and diseases that impact the lives of many Australian’s.  Students will be focusing on Type II Diabetes, Glaucoma, Cataracts and Cardiovascular Disease.  

 

Students will also look at the contemporary issue of body image and how the world we live in impacts on the perceptions of self and others. 

 

Health Professional Interviews:

A large component of this elective is for students to interact with various health professionals. Over the years students have had the opportunity to conduct Question and Answer sessions with Occupational Therapists, Public Health Coordinators, Physiotherapists, Emergency Department Doctors, Social Workers, Psychologists, Personal Trainers, Nutritionists, Nurses and Midwives. 

Students are responsible for facilitating the sessions with question such as:

  1. Why did you chose a career in this profession?
  2. Did you have to complete any formal training/study? If so where did you study?
  3. Did the subjects you choose at school influence your interest in the health industry?
  4. What are your main duties/day-to-day tasks in your profession?
  5. What other health professionals do you need to work closely with in your field?
  6. Have you had any major success stories in your profession that you are proud of?
  7. In your time did you have to overcome any adversities to get to where you are today?
  8. Do you have any advice for this class since they have an interest in the health profession?

YEAR 9 Training for Sports Excellence

Ever wondered what training teenagers have to do to get to the top in their chosen sport? Here is your opportunity to find out. If you have a desire to improve yourself physically then this subject is for you. You will analyse the strengths and weaknesses of your fitness profile and with the guidance of your PE teacher you will write a 12 week training program that you will eventually use in class.  This subject has a large practical component where you will develop your fitness profile.

 

The course will follow the basic timeline below:

  1. The first 4-5 weeks will be spent developing your training program and studying the science behind a training program. What activities do elite performers run for training?
  2. In the next 12 weeks, you will participate in your training program. Each session during this period will be a practical session.
  3. The last 4-5 weeks will involve evaluating the effectiveness of your training program. Did your training program achieve what you had planned?

Topics Covered: 

Fitness components, Training principles, Training methods, writing a training program, 

Participating in a training program, evaluating a training program, Recovery strategies, 

Safety in the weights room.

YEAR 9  Language - Auslan

The formal study of Auslan provides opportunities for engagement with the Deaf community and insight into its rich cultural history. It also provides opportunities to develop intercultural capabilities, understanding and respect for others, appreciation of diversity and openness to different perspectives and experiences.