Pedare Beyond the Classroom Middle & Senior School 2016

Beyond the Classroom MY LEARNING

MY COMMUNITY

MY PEDARE

Extra-Curricular Opportunities at Pedare

Participation in extra curricular activities is important so that all students:

Groups

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Chess Chess Club students meet weekly to develop their skills and work towards competing in interschool chess competitions. There is a large chess set located in the courtyard for students to use during lunch times.

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Students at Pedare Christian College are offered many opportunities to experience and participate in a wide variety of extra-curricular activities that enhance their learning and personal development.

The aim is for all students to view activities positively and to engage in valuable learning opportunities. The College believes our Beyond the Classroom program will be challenging as we assist students to ‘reach their personal best’.

Our extra-curricular program gives students the opportunity to learn new skills, whilst interacting with students who have similar interests at different year levels. Students can participate in a range of activities, many of which they may otherwise not have experienced.

These activities play an important role in the total development of the student, and as such, are considered to be a vital part of the holistic education offered at the College.

Many students develop a real love of the extra curricular activities that they participate in and take their commitment into their adult years. Camaraderie, teamwork, school spirit, leadership opportunities, discipline and lifelong friendships are founded in our various activities.

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develop positive relationships and build friendships are creating a healthy body and mind are challenged regardless of skill level and aspiration build on their capabilities to strive, thrive and flourish engage positively to have fun in activities outside the classroom learn and demonstrate teamwork and respect for others have the opportunity to participate in a school based activity with like minded people develop a passion for participation which creates a sense of purpose and belonging

Sporting Opportunities

Debating Debating teams have the opportunity to participate in weekly inter-school debating competitions.

Music Opportunities

Term 1: Athletics club, Basketball, Cricket, Netball, Pedal Prix, Swimming club, Tennis, Volleyball Term 2: Basketball, Netball, Pedal Prix, Soccer, Swimming club, Volleyball Term 3: Basketball, Netball, Pedal Prix, Soccer, Swimming club, Volleyball Term 4: Athletics club, Basketball, Cricket, Netball, Pedal Prix, Swimming club, Tennis, Volleyball

EcoForce Students meet weekly at lunch times to address environmental issues related to the school and wider community and implement appropriate action and initiatives. Additionally, students can participate in the Kids Teaching Kids Conference held biannually in October in a set location within Australia.

Music Opportunities that are available: Year Round: Luminaire Vocal Group, Pedare Voices, Stage Band, Senior Concert Band, Intermediate Concert Band, String Ensemble, String Quartet Middle and Senior School Musical (Biannual)

Knockout Sport: Basketball, Cricket, Netball, Soccer, Volleyball Knockout sports are offered in a range of key sports for Year 6/7, Year 8/9 and Open teams. Teams are selected through a trials process.

OzAsia Up to three times a week, students meet to further explore Asian Culture, particularly in relation to Asian dance. Participation in the OzAsia Festival has been a highlight for this group.

The College also participates in the following Music events/competitions: Generations in Jazz, Balaklava Eisteddfod, ABODA Bands Festival, Cabaret, Music Showcase, Carols in the Village

Anglican Cup (Senior School): AFL Football, Basketball (Boys and Girls), Hockey (Mixed), Netball, Soccer (Boys and Girls) Anglican Cup is an annual carnival between Pulteney Grammar School, St John’s Grammar and Woodcroft College in a range of traditionally winter sports.

Whilst this carnival is primarily for Senior School students, exceptionally talented Middle School students may be invited to participate with the approval of the Head of Middle School. Teams are selected through a trials process.

Pedare Press The Club’s aim is to research and produce content about student life at Pedare. The group aims to communicate the “hidden” student stories through a variety of mediums such as print, video and online.

Specialist Netball Training: As a part of the SPIN+ (Special Programme in Netball commencing 2017), students from Year 6-12 are selected to participate in a weekly training programme to enhance their netball skills and general fitness. The Knockout Netball teams and Anglican Cup teams are selected from the SPIN+ Training Squad.

Small Group Small Group meets weekly to pray about current matters concerning students and various events happening in the life of the College.

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SAPSASA: Year 6 and 7 students can represent the Tea Tree Gully District in state wide SAPSASA competitions across a range of sports. Additionally, students can apply for selection in SAPSASA State teams in a range of sports. For a full list of sports access http://old.decd.sa.gov.au/sport/pages/ sapsasa SASSSA: Students can apply for selection in SASSSA State teams in a range of sports. For a full list of sports access http://old.decd.sa.gov.au/sport/ pages/secondaryschoolsportsa

Robotics Club Meeting throughout the year to explore technology based innovations. Opportunities for this club include participation in First Robotics, ICT Young Explorers and First Lego League Competitions.

Th!nk Club In the Th!nk Club, students meet weekly to diversify their thinking skills through a range of practical problem solving activities. Involvement in the Th!nk club prepares students for competitions such as the da Vinci Decathlon.

Worship Leadership Team The Worship Leadership Team supports Middle and Senior School worship services through performing musical items, reading Bible passages and leading prayers.

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