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2015 was a dynamic year for
PDHPE at OLMC, which saw
students involved in a range
of activities that encouraged
and supported general
health and wellbeing. Physical
activity plays an important
role in determining health
status and improving quality
of life. Throughout 2015,
students in PDHPE and
PASS classes explored health
issues which included drug and alcohol awareness, risk
taking, growth/development, relationships, nutrition
and mental health.
Across the year students participated in a variety
of learning experiences that enriched their
knowledge and appreciation for health and physical
activity. Students in year seven and nine engaged in
drama based productions that promoted positive
relationships and highlighted the dangers and
consequences of risk taking behaviours. Students in
year eight took part in the annual outdoor education
day demonstrating excellent teamwork and problem
solving.While year ten students completed their final
lifesaving program at OLMC, with many achieving
the prestigious Bronze Medallion award. Additional
movement opportunities were extended to Physical
activity and sport studies (PASS) students in year nine
and ten, who participated in a wheelchair basketball
showcase. Students explored the challenges of playing
sport in wheelchairs developing a greater appreciation
for athletes who compete with disabilities. These
students also engaged in martial arts, rugby league
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clinics and dance programs with expert instructors
and year nine students attended the annual three day
camp at Narrabeen.
A special thank you to the PDHPE staff for their
tireless efforts again this year. PDHPE teachers in
2015 were: Janine Janssen, KimTregoning, Joanne King,
Alison Redman, Jane Maldigri and Karen Mcnamara.
Sheree Moore
Personal Development, Health, and
Physical Education Coordinator