PDHPE

Personal Development, Health & Physical Education

Philosophy at Ryde Secondary

Strong in the values of Physical Education for all students.

Physical Education promotes:

          knowledge relating to wellbeing, health and physical development;
          positive attitudes about lifestyle, activity, health and fitness;
          self confidence and interpersonal skills

The aim of our program is to provide all students with a broad range of skills and experiences in physical activity and to develop their knowledge and skills in making decisions which affect their lives.

We hope that throughout program students will develop a lifelong commitment to participation in active and healthy living. These long term benefits also include increased fitness, better health, enjoyable involvement in social and competitive activities and satisfaction derived from performing skilled movements.

PDHPE Years 7-10

This area of study provides for the intellectual, social, emotional, physical and spiritual development of students. It involves students learning and practicing ways of maintaining active, healthy lifestyles and improving health.

Students study aspects of a social view of lifestyles where the principles of diversity, social justice and supportive environments are fundamental aspects. Individual, family and community values and beliefs and the sociocultural and physical environments in which we live will be examined.

Year 7 all students complete 4 periods of PDHPE per fortnight. One of these periods is theory, the other 3 are practical.

Year 8 all students complete 5 periods of PDHPE per fortnight. Two of these periods are theory, the other 3 are practical.

Year 9 all students complete 5 periods of PDHPE per fortnight. Two of these periods are theory, the other 3 are practical

Year 10 all students complete 5 periods of PDHPE per fortnight. Two of these periods are theory, the other 3 are practical

Theory units of study include: bullying, self image and self esteem, growth and development, nutrition.

Practical units of study include: Fitness, touch football, dance, basketball, soccer, netball, cricket, athletics and cross country.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & SPORT STUDIES – Stage 5 (Yrs 9 and 10)

Many of our students have strong commitment to sport and personal physical fitness. PASS is an extension of the mandatory PD/Health/PE in Years 7 to 10 and caters to students who wish to extend their knowledge and experience in movement skills.

Students will be given the opportunity to further understand the importance and benefits associated with increased fitness levels and reduced lifestyle diseases.

The course leads to a grading for the School Certificate based on performance descriptors. There are five periods per cycle over the two years of the course involving both theory and practical sessions.

An understanding of factors which influence participation in physical activity;
An understanding of the development of sport and its influence on society;
An understanding of society's values in relation to sport, exercise and fitness;
An awareness and positive attitude towards increased participation in sport,
exercise and fitness at an individual and community level.

Outline of the content follows:

YEAR 9

     Anatomy and physiology systems
     Concepts in muscular movement
     Performance development
     Fitness and training
     Physical exercise, sports and personal improvement

Options include - develop your own training program and an in-depth sports study

YEAR 10

     Exercise principles and skill acquisition through human movement
     Biomechanics & Exercise Physiology
     Technology & Ergogenic Aids in Sports
     Sport & Society and the Olympic Spirit
     The acquisition of the Level One Coaching Certificate

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION. – Stage 6 (11 and 12)

This course deals with a wide range of issues from the Health, Personal Development and Physical Education areas. It combines rigorous academic study with practical application.

As students are confronted by particular PDHPE issues, they are challenged to examine them in socially imaginative ways and respond in terms of individual plans, lifestyle decisions and clarification of values. The syllabus gives emphasis to the development of those skills that enable students to translate knowledge, understanding and beliefs into action.

Preliminary Course HSC Course
       Core Strands (70% total)Core Strands (60% total)
       Meanings of Health and Physical Activity Health Priorities in Australia
       Better Health for Individuals Factors Affecting Performance
       The Body in Motion Options (40% total)
       Options (30% total)
and two of the following options:

       The Health of Young People
       First Aid Sport and Physical Activity in Australian Society
       Composition and Performance Sports Medicine
       Fitness Choices Improving Performance
       Outdoor Recreation Equity and Health

The course provides a direct link with study and vocational pathways in the areas of recreational, paramedical, movement and health sciences. Related career opportunities are expanding and gaining recognition throughout the community as legitimate fields of endeavour.

SPORT, LIFESTYLE AND RECREATIONAL STUDIES - Stage 6 (11 and 12)

Would you like to improve or learn about skill movement, sports coaching, recreational and social aspects of sport?

As a course participant you will be given the opportunity to develop in the following areas:

       Assessing physical fitness & programming the development of athletes;
       Anatomy & Physiology Healthy lifestyle factors;
       Personal ability & qualifications as a Coach;
       Personal ability in a number of sporting areas.

The course is progressive and allows the participants in this highly practical course to enhance knowledge and physical abilities in a number of areas.

It can be studied in conjunction with the 2 Unit PD/H/PE course or as a separate subject in its own right.

NB: While it can be counted as 2 Units towards the HSC, it cannot be included in the calculation of the U.A.I.