Active Schools update: Spotlight on Rosebud Secondary College
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Recently, 14 teachers from each state in Australia spent the weekend learning about anti-doping practices and integrity in sport at Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) in Canberra. Representing Victoria was Ryan Edwards (Marcellin College) and Katherine Jones (Penola College).
Here’s what Ryan had to say about the experience:
“We arrived at ASADA headquarters in Canberra, where we met some excellent presenters including Cheryl Kalthofen (Senior Education officer, ASADA), Riley McGowen (Clean Sport presenter and AIS athlete) and Jason Whybrow (Acting Director of NISU).
We were fortunate enough to learn about anti-doping practices and integrity in sport. More specifically, the workshop encompassed how we can incorporate the ‘Integrity in sport’ lesson plans and resources into our respective state’s curriculum. The resources provided by ASADA are highly suitable for ethical considerations in the Year 7-10 Victorian curriculum and Unit 1 VCE PE. ASADA are very committed to further developing resources and enabling students to access important information regarding integrity in sport with links posted daily on their twitter page.”
”Specific technology developed by ASADA was also trialled, including Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality technology regarding athletes and anti-doping practices. Further, the workshop included utilising the ASADA APP, (pictured right) which is very user friendly, detailed and something I was use with my Year 10 Sport Science classes regarding ethical decision making.”
“We were also treated to a tour of the AIS and a presentation from Professor Louise Burke (OAM, Phd APD, Chief of Nutrition Strategy at the AIS) regarding supplements and their risks. This presentation was extremely engaging and reinforced to me, the importance of a ‘Food first’ nutritional strategy. The workshop concluded with safe and ethical sport practices, including governance, child safety and values based ethical decision making.”
“The professional learning experience was a wonderful opportunity. Specifically, the ASADA education program is something which all schools can engage with and should strongly consider utilising the well-developed lesson plans within their Health and Physical Education curriculum.”
Photo credit: Rosebud Secondary College reflecting the diverse interests of students and the impact of student voice in shaping the
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!