Molesworth Primary School
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540 Molesworth Road
Molesworth TAS 7140
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Email: molesworth.primary@decyp.tas.gov.au
Phone: 03 6261 2091

NATIONAL HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION DAY 2020

Health & Physical Education (HPE) Day is a nationwide initiative that highlights the importance of HPE and its influence on the learning and development of children. Research shows that children’s participation in physical activity leads to better student engagement, improved academic achievement, encourages lifelong participation and better health outcomes in adult life!

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver or teacher - everyone has a role to play in helping young people take a step towards leading healthier and happier lives. To help celebrate National HPE Day on September 2nd 2020 our Morning Fitness leaders ran an additional session for our students!

Not only is HPE an important part of the school environment, but it also extends to the local community and at home. It’s not only a chance to put a busy life on hold and enjoy some quality time with the kids, but it can also make a substantial difference to their health by encouraging good habits that can stay with them for the rest of their life. Here are some great ideas to consider;

  • Online classes/interactive videos (i.e. Thai chi, yoga, Zumba, Just Dance)
  • Learn from grandparents and/or parents the games they used to play and play them at home
  • Sport at local clubs (i.e. basketball, karate, cricket, soccer, bowls, AFL, gymnastics)
  • Creating own games and/or an obstacle course with family
  • Playing Frisbee, flying a kite, or tag at Tynwald Park
  • Skipping at home or playing hopscotch in the backyard
  • Going to a park or skate park to play on play equipment
  • Organised sports closer into the city (i.e. netball, hockey, tennis)
  • Scouts
  • Heading to the community swimming pool and/or out of school swim classes
  • Going for a walk or riding the bike/skateboard