YEAR 9 HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
FOOD & NUTRITION
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students will develop skills in preparing healthy food in safe and hygienic ways. They will investigate eating guidelines and use these to plan healthy meals. Students will investigate sustainable food choices and eco-friendly packaging. They will explore the impact of dietary excesses (Fat, Salt and Sugar) and deficiencies (Fibre)They will make and create healthier recipes to reduce fat, sugar and increase fibre.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students will develop skills in preparing healthy food in safe and hygienic ways. They will investigate eating guidelines and use these to plan healthy meals. Students will investigate sustainable food choices and eco-friendly packaging. They will explore the impact of dietary excesses (Fat, Salt and Sugar) and deficiencies (Fibre)They will make and create healthier recipes to reduce fat, sugar and increase fibre.
Content
- Hygiene and Preparing Food Safely
- Australian Dietary Guidelines
- Australian Guide to Healthy eating
- Healthy Food Choices
- Food Packaging
- Recipe Makeovers
Assessment Components
- Investigations
- Group Work
- Practical Performance Checklists
- Evaluations
HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
The core focus throughout this semester is the development of aerobic fitness. A range of fitness testing is undertaken at the beginning and conclusion of the semester. Various circuit-training programmes are undertaken in one term and high activity team sports using the ‘Sport Education’ methodology are undertaken in the other. An extensive theory assignment needs to be completed. A Health unit of study with a sex education focus is also delivered within the semester.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
Students are expected to be changed into the Physical Education uniform and are expected to participate fully. Modifications to our program will be made for individuals with long-term medical problems.
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
The core focus throughout this semester is the development of aerobic fitness. A range of fitness testing is undertaken at the beginning and conclusion of the semester. Various circuit-training programmes are undertaken in one term and high activity team sports using the ‘Sport Education’ methodology are undertaken in the other. An extensive theory assignment needs to be completed. A Health unit of study with a sex education focus is also delivered within the semester.
Content
- Being Healthy, Safe and Active
- Communicating and Interacting for Health and Wellbeing
- Contributing to Healthy and Active Communities
- Moving our Body
- Understanding Movement
- Learning Through Movement
Assessment Components
- Students are assessed on performance in theory and practical formats. Performance checklists covering two strands: Movement and Physical Education, and Personal, Social and Community Health.
Additional Information
Students are expected to be changed into the Physical Education uniform and are expected to participate fully. Modifications to our program will be made for individuals with long-term medical problems.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
The core focus throughout this semester is developing greater skill and strategic development in a range of games. The theory component involves students undertaking an investigation into various body systems. Students will also complete an Issues Analysis investigating an issue exploring Drugs in Sport.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
Students are expected to be changed into the Physical Education uniform and are expected to participate fully. Modifications to our program will be made for individuals with long-term medical problems.
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
The core focus throughout this semester is developing greater skill and strategic development in a range of games. The theory component involves students undertaking an investigation into various body systems. Students will also complete an Issues Analysis investigating an issue exploring Drugs in Sport.
Content
- Being Healthy, Safe and Active
- Communicating and Interacting for Health and Wellbeing
- Contributing to Healthy and Active Communities
- Moving our Body
- Understanding Movement
- Learning Through Movement
Assessment Components
- Students are assessed on performance in theory and practical formats. Performance checklists covering two strands: Movement and Physical Education, and Personal, Social and Community Health.
Additional Information
Students are expected to be changed into the Physical Education uniform and are expected to participate fully. Modifications to our program will be made for individuals with long-term medical problems.