Nutrition Students examine nutrition in relation to their energy and growth needs. They analyse the – links between nutrition and dietary related diseases and ways of improving their own health. Alcohol and Drug Use Students examine perceptions of challenge, risk and safety. They contrast – risks that promote personal and social growth with those that endanger health; such as alcohol and illegal drug use. Respectful Relationships Students explore relationships. They learn strategies for supporting – themselves and other young people experiencing challenges in relationships or with their sexuality, and learn about the community services available. Building Resilience/Grief and Loss/Mental Health Issues - Students extend their learning about establishing personal identity. Students explore assertiveness and resilience strategies that could be used in a range of situations. They reflect on aspects of grief and loss. They examine mental health issues relevant to young people and consider the importance of family and friends in supporting their mental health and emotional health needs. They consider the stigma of mental illness as well as the challenges for those with a mental illness and for those caring for them. Assessment covers a range of activities including: blogs for personal reflection, written tests (including: multiple choice and short answer questions), PowerPoint presentations, brochures and written reports. Students use a range of reputable websites in researching the topics covered in class. In-class excursions at no cost to students may also be included in the course if time permits, such as a visit to Barwon Health, Belmont. Guest speakers may also be engaged to instruct the students in class time. CONTACT PERSON: MS & MS JENNINGS PHYSICAL EDUCATION Number of Semesters: Two Periods/Fortnight: 4 periods All students study Physical Education as a core subject in Year 9. The course is structured using the Australian Curriculum as a guide for learning and assessment activities. Course Content Students will participate in four different Term based Units per semester;
Nutrition – Students examine nutrition in relation to their energy and growth needs. They analyse the links between nutrition and dietary related diseases and ways of improving their own health. Alcohol and Drug Use – Students examine perceptions of challenge, risk and safety. They contrast risks that promote personal and social growth with those that endanger health; such as alcohol and illegal drug use. Respectful Relationships – Students explore relationships. They learn strategies for supporting themselves and other young people experiencing challenges in relationships or with their sexuality, and learn about the community services available. Building Resilience/Grief and Loss/Mental Health Issues - Students extend their learning about establishing personal identity. Students explore assertiveness and resilience strategies that could be used in a range of situations. They reflect on aspects of grief and loss. They examine mental health issues relevant to young people and consider the importance of family and friends in supporting their mental health and emotional health needs. They consider the stigma of mental illness as well as the challenges for those with a mental illness and for those caring for them. Assessment covers a range of activities including: blogs for personal reflection, written tests (including: multiple choice and short answer questions), PowerPoint presentations, brochures and written reports. Students use a range of reputable websites in researching the topics covered in class. In-class excursions at no cost to students may also be included in the course if time permits, such as a visit to Barwon Health, Belmont. Guest speakers may also be engaged to instruct the students in class time. CONTACT PERSON: MS & MS JENNINGS PHYSICAL EDUCATION Number of Semesters: Two Periods/Fortnight: 4 periods All students study Physical Education as a core subject in Year 9. The course is structured using the Australian Curriculum as a guide for learning and assessment activities. Course Content Students will participate in four different Term based Units per semester;