Health & Physical Education
Health & Physical Education
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Years 7 and 8
Duration Full year
Goal
Development of human movement
To develop and improve fundamental motor skills in a range of sports
To develop and improve fitness levels
To develop health and well-being of individuals
To develop a knowledge of health and fitness
To increase participation and mastery in a wide range of varied activities
To develop an appreciation of codes of behaviour, social interaction and co-operation in group situations
To develop values of sportsmanship and ‘fair play’
To encourage the development of a ‘personal best’
Students experience some extended development in sports and other areas.
Year 7 Health & Physical Education
Net and court skills
Catching and throwing skills
Striking skills
Kicking skills
Get smart about drugs!
Eat well, live well
Health benefits of physical activity
Mental health, wellness and positive relationships
Year 8 Health & Physical Education
Net and court skills
Catching and throwing skills
Striking skills
Kicking skills
Think safe, act safe and be safe
Playing the game and being a good sport
Enhancing personal fitness through lifelong physical activity
Puberty and relationships
As part of the program, students also participate in:
Various sports to develop and enhance fundamental motor skills
Team activities
Individual activities
Fitness activities
Movement awareness and evaluation of performance
ACHPER fitness testing throughout the year
Physical Activity and Sport Education Days
Teaching Approaches
Practical experiences
Classroom theory
Individual and team teaching
Assessment Methods
Attendance and Sports Uniform
Practical testing – skills, fitness levels
Collaboration and participation in both theory and practical lesson
Contact teacher: Ms Brooke Moon
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