Advocating pdhpe in schools

Advocating pdhpe in schools

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  Why teach PDHPEinschools? Promotes physical activity! Develop positive relationships! Encourages a valuing of self and others! BECAUSE IT’S FUN!
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  Physical activity Through gamesand sports, dancing, gymnastics and much more children learn how to lead an ACTVIE yet FUN lifestyle! These activities further encourage students to develop their DECISION MAKING SKILLS PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS INTERACTIVE SKILLS
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  Healthy lifestyle Students learnhow to make informed health choices! •This covers a range of IMPORTANT aspects such as: •Healthy and nutritious food choices •Safe living •Preventative measures •Health services Being healthy is important!
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  Positive relationships, self valueand valuing others PDHPE encourages an understanding and valuing of SELF. This further helps students gain self confidence Students who value themselves will return this to others. This helps students create POSITIVE relationships, promotes effective communication and acceptance of others
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  MOST IMPORTANTLY, PDHPEIS FUN! After long hours of being in class, students are itching to get outside and play! Not only do students enjoy themselves but they also gain skills and positive attitudes that they can further apply to many aspects of life! I cant wait to play outside!