1. PDHPE RATIONALE

2. To encourage students: To lead an active lifestyle and to teach them the value of nutrition for making healthy choices for ongoing well-being.

3. To encourage students: To respect and value themselves as an individual and to respect and value those around them to develop effective communication skills and to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships.

4. To encourage students: To take responsibility for their actions and to help them with decision- making skills to make informed decisions about their lifestyle for ongoing wellbeing of themselves and others.

5. To encourage students: To understand that a holistic approach needs to be taken for ongoing health and well-being. (Reference: Personal Development, Health and Physical Education K-6 Syllabus. (2006). Sydney, NSW: Board of Studies NSW)