Active Schools update: Spotlight on Rosebud Secondary College
Photo credit: Rosebud Secondary College reflecting the diverse interests of students and the impact of student voice in shaping the
This article is contributed by School Sport Victoria.
School Sport Victoria (SSV) is pleased to launch Play as a participation stream within School Sport Victoria’s pathway.
SSV Play, aims to engage less active students and those not currently participating in interschool sport, through providing a range of activities that are non-competitive and focus on participation.
SSV Play provides more social, non-competitive ways for students to play sport –and is delivered alongside and complements the comprehensive SSV interschool sport program, which currently offers a wide range of team and individual sports.
During 2020 and 2021, SSV piloted a range of activities to engage more students to play sport. These activities have been informed by students to shape the SSV Play program. SSV will continue to engage with students to inform the mix of activities offered through the SSV Play program each year.
In 2020, SSV provided 29,724 student participation opportunities through virtual activities, and in 2021 participation opportunities were through pilot SSV Play activities. Our rapidly expanding SSV Play Program, will provide even more opportunities in 2022 for students to play sport and be physically active.
SSV Play aims to address some of the current barriers schools and students may face in being able to participate in school sport, including:
As part of the Positive Start in 2022 initiative, School Sport Victoria will be offering more opportunities for both primary and secondary Victorian students to participate in sport and physical activity, under the SSV Play program.
Expressions of interest NOW OPEN!
| Breakdancing | School Sport Victoria in partnership with the Victorian State Schools Spectacular is thrilled to offer free breakdancing sessions for your school as part of the new SSV Play participation stream. These breakdancing sessions are an introductory program delivered by qualified breakdance teachers. The sessions have a social, fun, and interactive focus and can be delivered in schools or in a virtual setting. Let’s dance! >> |
| Diversity Dash | Diversity Dash encourages students to get out and get active as part of a fun, social, colourful and inclusive event which is delivered by schools within the school setting. Students will be able to run, skip, dance or walk their way through a course that will have staffed checkpoints. Schools can incorporate fun activities like treasure hunts, obstacle courses, or activities along the course. Schools successful with an application for this program will be provided with an ‘Event Pack’ to assist in organising, promoting, and conducting the event. The focus on colour provides the opportunity to celebrate diversity amongst the school community and integrate key messages around cultural diversity, disability, gender equality, Koorie and LGBTIQ inclusion and the engagement of all students no matter their background, gender or ability. How to dash >> |
| Skateboarding | School Sport Victoria has partnered with The Y to provide a free skateboarding session at your school. All Aboard Skateboarding is an introductory skateboarding program delivered by the Victorian Skateboard Association (VSA). The sessions have a social, non-competitive focus and can be delivered in schools. Start rolling >> |
| Virtual Cross Country | SSV is delighted to provide this great opportunity again in 2022. Victorian primary and secondary students can take part in any way they would like – they can run or walk. Students can run or walk for a new personal best or for fun and fitness. The main aim is for students to get out and give it a go. Every meter run by a student will earn virtual points for their school. Students will be given the option to submit their performance, but if they wish they also now have the additional option to not have their performance made public. #SSVVXC. Ready, set, go >> |
| Virtual Track and Field | Victorian primary and secondary students are encouraged to take part in this great opportunity. There are several ways they can be involved. SSV is not looking for the best performance, we are looking for students to give it a try. By taking part in this great event, students will not only score points for their school, but they will also be improving themselves every time they try. There is nothing better than self-improvement and personal bests. Jump to it >> |
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We are delighted to introduce our new General Manager – Services. An important role as we strengthen our ability to connect movement, learning, and community engagement. Welcome to the team, Jason!