1. Sports - why getting involved is good for us! Explain the significance for self, others, and society of a sporting event, physical activity or festival Student 2 page 2: High Merit

2. Why sports are important to ME Involved in surf lifesaving and netball Love mountain biking in the weekends Lots of positive experiences in recent P.E unit Lots of enjoyment/satisfaction Keeps me fit and healthy

3. Is sport important to OTHERS? I have lots of friends who play sport My family are all successful in their chosen sports Our school not known for sporting ability Other schools are top in some sports

4. Is sport important to SOCIETY? Sport is everywhere in society eg news media Gives people something to do 'a kid in sport stays out of court' Keeps people fit eg 30mins a day for adults to maintain fitness Is fun and entertaining Lots of opportunities to be involved in the community Money to be made eg gear and franchises

5. Three girls - different perspectives Britta - exchange student from Germany improved mental toughness and social skills from playing rugby My Grandma - Masters athlete still competing in her 70s an inspiration to me and others My cousin - 4years old and into everything kidsfun gym swim school Peewee soccer

6. Sports Afternoon Opportunity to promote sport and raise profile in the school Something that appeals to the majority New opportunities for students to find things they are good at Contribution to healthy lifestyle for teens Improved mental health Promotes lifelong participation

7. Resources http://www.johnkey.co.nz/archives/414- SPEECH-Sport-for-young-Kiwis-a-National- priority.htmlhttp://www.johnkey.co.nz/archives/414- SPEECH-Sport-for-young-Kiwis-a-National- priority.html SPARC Sports Coordinator Survey 2010 http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.a u/article/active_kids_less_likely_to_de velop_depression