Why PDHPE? The importance of Physical Education for 5M
What is PDHPE?
Physical Development, Health and Physical Education
In PDHPE many important things including: How to lead an active healthy life
Growth & development
Interpersonal relationships & communication
How to make healthy choices
Safe living
Why is Physical Activity important?
It helps kids concentrate in class
It combats stress
Kids develop social skills, including communication and negotiation
It builds confidence
It develops strength & fitness, and helps protect against many lifestyle diseases
It improves sleep
But most importantly it’s fun!Information from: http://www.healthykids.nsw.gov.au/teachers-childcare/physical-activity.aspx
Activities 5M will be doing this year
Soccer & football
Volleyball
Tag games
Swim School & the swimming carnival
Basketball & Netball
Athletics & Cross Country
Dance
Orienteering