Is PEPA popular and important?

Is PEPA popular and important?

PEPA stands for Performing Arts and Physical Education as well as including dance. We have investigated in this topic and how popular it really is and why it is important!

At Rainham School for Girls, we have interviewed many students and teachers. Mrs Cook ( a dance and PE teacher ) quoted “I personally think students should learn PEPA as it is fundamental to express your-self become more confident.” This shows us a teacher thinks it is important to learn and to have as a skill. She also told us it should be a core subject like Mathematics, Science and English.

Another teacher we interviewed said similar as Mrs Cook. Mrs Harris-Boag ( an ICT teacher and Head of Sixth Form ) told us that she enjoyed watching the performances and said her pupils loved it as they could relax and be another person. Some of her students told us they disliked it as they had to be really energetic and were shy.

The head of PEPA ( Mrs Iles- Holiday ) was overjoyed  to tell us that she thought PEPA was a key skill to have throughout life. In conclusion, the teachers thought it was very important to learn. It also helps with social skills and help to build your confidence to perform to each other, she happily told us.

After, we questioned some sixth formers about this topic, these are the results. Rachel told us she enjoyed dance and drama it, whilst Sara said it was her favourite subject.  Rachel exclaimed the hardest thing was to portray loads of emotion plus she loved contemporary dance. Sara recited that she loved it and is doing it in A levels. She also added she loves it so she can express herself in an easier way.

Some year sevens squealed that they loved dance and drama as they could have a fun time and just really and not sit in a class room, bored in a stuffy room. They also retorted that it is something to look forward to in that week.

In conclusion, PEPA is important as well as educational. Most people have told us that they enjoy these subjects as they as simple, fun and a way to express yourself, in addition you can show your emotions through acting and dancing. You are also active so it’s good for you as well as a fun, friendly activity.

By Rose F, Rainham School for Girls