Student Learning

Programs – School Sport Victoria

School Sport Victoria (SSV) supports teachers in the delivery of quality physical and sport education programs. SSV is run by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development’s (DEECD) School Sport Unit.

SSV supports the delivery of inter-school sporting competitions to Victorian students through the programs of the Victorian Primary Schools Sports Association (VPSSA) and the Victorian Secondary Schools Sports Association (VSSSA).

This page provides teachers, parents and students with links to the organisations which make up the work of SSV, information on sports awards and links to essential teaching resources.

 

Structure of School Sport In Victoria - Review Implementation

School Sport Victoria Operating Procedures (PDF) - The proposed Operating Procedures outline the structure and management for School Sport Victoria for transition and foreshadow full implementation for 2011. These Operating Procedures will be discussed at both associations AGM.

Implementation Updates

Frequently asked questions - You may have a number of queries about this process. These answered questions may provide you with information you need. 

Contacts

For further information, please contact either Project Director Liz Stafford: stafford.liz.s@edumail.vic.gov.au or Project Officer David Shaw: shaw.david.s@edumail.vic.gov.au

Victorian Primary Schools' Sports Association and Victorian Secondary Schools' Sports Association Reorganisation Model

The VPSSA and VSSSA are seeking feedback on proposed organisational models. The papers linked below outline the proposal. Your views are important, so please consider them and respond by August 28, 2009.

 

Review

The review of the structure of School Sport in Victoria, conducted by Rogers Educational Enterprise, was presented to the VPSSA, VSSSA and School Sport Unit staff on Thursday 18 September. 

A full copy of the review is now available.

Review Documents

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Statewide and national sports organisations

Victorian Primary Schools Sports Association (VPSSA)
The VPSSA is a sub committee of the Department of Education & Early Childhood Development (DEECD). The VPSSA conducts school sport for all primary school students in Victoria. Affiliation with the VPSSA is open to all government, catholic and independent primary schools in Victoria.

Victorian Secondary Schools Sport Association (VSSSA)
The VSSSA mission is to provide quality sporting opportunities to promote physical and social development for all secondary students in Victoria. The VSSSA caters for non-government schools also in its interstate program. Only government schools can participate in the inter-school program.

School Sport Australia (SSA)
Since its establishment in 1981, SSA has been responsible for the development and promotion of school sport in Australia. The VPSSA and the VSSSA are the Department’s representatives on the SSA Primary and Secondary Management Committees.

 

Sports awards

Victorian School Sports Awards
The annual Victorian School Sports Awards are the highest sporting accolade in the Victorian primary and secondary government school sectors. The awards recognise excellence across all categories of school sport and are open to students, teams, coaches and volunteers.

Victorian Olympic Council - Pierre de Coubertin Award
In 1997, the Pierre de Coubertin Award was introduced into Victorian secondary schools to recognise students who seek to enhance their potential through sport. The award embodies the Olympic ideals of joy of effort, fair play, respect for others, pursuit of excellence and balance between body, will and mind.

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School programs

Victorian Teachers Games
The Victorian Teachers Games are an opportunity for teachers at all government schools to participate in a sporting event with their work colleagues. The Games are hosted by the Department’s country regions.

Victorian Institute of Sport Sportsperson in Schools Program
This program is a joint initiative between the Department and the Victorian Institute of Sport. It facilitates school visits by some of Australia’s highest profile athletes, promoting the benefits of organised physical activity and healthy lifestyles for students. The program is provided at no cost to all Victorian government schools.

 

Sport and safety

The Victorian Government Schools Reference Guide has a section on sport and safety for teachers and principals. See: 4.4 Student safety and risk management.

 

Contacts

Warren McKelvie
Acting Manager, School Sport Victoria
Email: mckelvie.warren.w@edumail.vic.gov.au
Telephone: (03) 9488 9475

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