STAGE 5 PDHPE AND ELECTIVES

9 PDHPE 

Students have been actively engaged in the “Recipe for Performance” unit, participating in fitness tests and challenges to explore ways to enhance different components of fitness for both sporting success and lifelong health. Some classes have also had the opportunity to assist our Year 11 Sport, Lifestyle, and Recreation students in preparing for their upcoming coaching assessment, a great chance for collaboration and leadership development.

9 SPORT

Year 9 Sport has kicked off with energy and enthusiasm! Students have enjoyed choosing their own groups across classes to participate in a variety of activities, including Tennis at Bomaderry, Beach Sports at Culburra, and House Sport at school. On rainy days, students have had the chance to visit Shoalhaven City Lanes for Ten Pin Bowling. With each group rotating through three weeks at each sport, students are experiencing a great mix of competition, skill development, and fun.

YEAR 9 ELECTIVES

BUSHCRAFT - MOEYAN HILL EXPEDITION

Students from both Bushcraft classes had an unforgettable experience immersing themselves in nature and Indigenous culture during their recent Moeyan’s Hill expedition. Here’s what some students had to say about the experience:

"I really enjoyed learning new things and I loved the smoking ceremony because it was visual and interactive and I could understand the things which were spoken about. I personally really appreciate moments in silence where I can reflect on my thoughts so I really enjoyed this time. I learnt about my peers and built stronger connections with new people." I like seeing all the axe carvings and I like being outside with my friends. The presentation by Uncle Ron and Uncle Adam was very interesting and I enjoyed that they were very passionate and explained well. I enjoyed learning how advanced aboriginal culture is and all of the cool things that they did to live a good life. I enjoyed the quiet reflection because you could listen to all of the birds and other animals that were around and you had time to look around and appreciate what we were surrounded by.” 

CHILD STUDIES

In Child Studies, students have been exploring the essential needs of a child and preparing for the responsibilities of newborn care. A highlight has been the shoebox nursery project, where students design and create a miniature nursery as part of their assessment task.

Here’s what some students had to say:

“In child studies we are learning about all the important needs of a child and the preparations for looking after a baby”

“I am enjoying making the shoebox nursery for our assessment task” 

“I am enjoying creating the shoebox nursery because I like being creative and it’s been really fun so far”

“Making our shoebox nursery and learning about all the things required for newborn care has been interesting”

10 PDHPE

Year 10 have been On The Move in the classroom learning about risk taking and influences on decision making when behind the wheel in their road safety unit. In practical lessons they have participated in a range of both traditional and modified striking and fielding games.

Year 10 students have been On The Move, diving into road safety education. They have been learning about risk-taking, decision-making, and the various influences that impact driver behavior. In practical lessons, they have taken part in a range of traditional and modified striking and fielding games, sharpening both their skills and teamwork.

10 SPORT

With their first opportunity to select their own sports, Year 10 students have embraced a variety of activities:

Girls and Boys Fitness – Training hard at Pumpin Iron and Northy Gym
Bowling – Rolling strikes at Bomaderry
Water Polo – Making a splash at Nowra Pool
House Sport – Making great use of school facilities
Outdoor Recreation – Conquering Indoor Climb South Coast and local bushwalks with Mr. Higgins

Each term, students get to choose new sports, whether to try something different, refine their skills, or simply enjoy active time with their friends on a Friday afternoon.

2025 SCHOOL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL

The annual school Athletics Carnival will be competitors only in 2025 due to its location. This will be held on Friday, 9th May (Term 2, Week 2) at Kiama Sporting Complex. Nomination forms will be opened shortly and linked on Compass for any student wishing to participate. Students who have nominated will be required to arrive at school BY 7:30AM and catch buses from school to the venue. At the end of the day they will return to school for their normal afternoon school departure. Students will be expected to be in full sports uniform and will be strongly encouraged to gain points for their Houses by competing in as many events as possible.

A few reminders for Competitors:

• Year 7-10 students are to wear their full sports uniform and bring appropriate House colour accessories to wear once at the carnival (no singlets). Year 11 and 12 students may wear sports uniform or appropriate house coloured clothing.

• All students are to bring: a hat, water bottle, lunch, and sunscreen. 

• WET WEATHER: if the carnival is postponed then an announcement will be made on Power FM and 2ST as early as possible. If there is inclement weather and the carnival is not being held then students are to bring their books for a normal school day.

• Ensure you bring your lunch and snacks as there is no canteen or food available at the venue. 

Mr Matt Carraro

PDHPE Leader of Learning