1. RATIONALE
As society continues to adapt to changes in technology and lifestyles we must
ensure that the healthy options are selected.
We must educate our students in how to adopt healthy lifestyles and how they
can be modified to relate to the social and cultural contexts they might find
themselves in.

2. RATIONALE
 encourages an understanding and valuing of self and others.
This emphasis on the need to respect yourself and others will lead to
a more harmonious society and better communication.

3. RATIONALE
 promotes physical activity.
Physical activity is one of the most important aspects of the healthy
lifestyle. Physical activity can be fun and beneficial to the health of
our students.

4. RATIONALE
 emphasises informed decision making leading to effective and
responsible action.
Through PDHPE our students will learn to make their own informed
decisions and will be able to take responsibility for their decisions and
actions.

5. RATIONALE
 physical, social, cognitive and emotional growth and development
patterns.
PDHPE will assist the overall growth and development of our
students and will help improve their overall wellbeing.

6. RATIONALE
 the development and maintenance of positive interpersonal
relationships.
PDHPE assists in the development of relationships with the
emphasis of teamwork as part of the curriculum.

7.  the factors influencing personal health choices.
PDHPE provides students with the necessary knowledge and
guidance to make informed decisions regarding their personal health
choices.