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Physical Education

“The world would have us believe that winning or success is measured by points on a scoreboard or by dollar signs. The Christian realises that winning or success is determined by whether or not a goal has been achieved, and that goal is to bring glory to God.”  Thomas M. Boqdon

Overview

Through involvement in Physical Education students will build on skills learnt in their early Secondary years.  Fitness is an integral part of the course with each lesson containing a fitness component.  The course also aims to provide students with the skill base to perform competently at interschool level.

Aims

  • To develop motor skills for successful participation in a range of activities
  • To improve their level of personal fitness
  • To develop positive attitudes towards involvement in physical activity
  • To continue involvement in physical activity throughout their life
  • To develop respect for their body as a unique gift of God’s creation
  • To interact with others in a respectful, considerate and cooperative manner
  • To increase knowledge of rules and tactics in a range of activities

Topics Include

  • Athletics
  • Badminton
  • Cross Country
  • Fitness
  • Netball
  • Soccer
  • Volleyball

Time Allocation

  • 3 periods per cycle

Other Sports and Activities

  • House Sports: Athletics, Ball Sports, Badminton, Cross Country, Swimming
  • Interschool Sports: Badminton, Basketball, Netball, Soccer, 5-a-side Soccer, Super 8’s Cricket, Tennis, Table-Tennis, Volleyball
  • Interschool Carnivals: Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming
  • WCC Activities: Aerobic Fitness, Golf, Indoor Cricket, Lawn Bowls, Self-defense, Tenpin Bowling

Requirements

  • Physical Education uniform as per College Handbook
  • A mouthguard is recommended to be used for activities that involve a higher level of physical contact
  • PE/Sport levy is charged via the College Fees for a majority of excursions

Assessment

  • Attitude and Application
  • Fitness
  • Games Performance Assessment

“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore, I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air. No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.” 1 Corinthians 9:24-27