Year 9 Health and Physical Education

LENGTH OF COURSE: Semester Compulsory Option (Elect to study Health and Physical Education, Soccer Program or Volleyball Program)

ASSUMED BACKGROUND: Nil

CURRICULUM CHARGES: Nil

CONTENT
Course content will be a selection of the following:

Personal, Social and Community Health: The content explores personal identities and emotions and factors that influence students’ health, safety and wellbeing. Focus areas include Food and Nutrition, Alcohol and Drugs, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Relationships and Sexuality and Safety.

Movement and Physical Activity:
Students refine movement skills and understand the benefits of fitness and physical activity. Students participate in sports and leisure activities that promote teamwork, leadership and thinking in movement.

ASSESSMENT TYPES

Personal, Social and Community Health:
Investigation of focus content to apply of Health literacy skills in written and practical modes, including class discussion, production of health promotion materials and analysis and personal reflection tasks.

Movement and Physical Activity:
Participation in sport and leisure activities while developing strategies, applying feedback and self and peer assessment.