Drowning in the Shallow

MARCH 17, 2024

Throughout my career there has often been debate whether physical education is a practical subject, an academic subject or a combination of both.

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PE Scholar

JULY 20, 2022

This blog post summarises all the work that has taken place over the 2021/22 academic year.

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SHAPE America

MAY 31, 2022

negotiating facilities use agreements, requesting funds from higher administration for women’s athletics, negotiating with faculty about academic vs. coaching duties). As department head, I prepared a time management survey and found that coaches spent much more time coaching than teaching and performing the academic-related tasks (e.g.,

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Articulate Impact on Student Health and Academic Success: Clearly articulate how the reduction in school nursing staff would directly impact student health and academic success. Impact on Academic Performance: Data showing the correlation between the presence of school nurses and student academic performance.

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SHAPE America

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I have been fortunate throughout my educational career both as a student-athlete and as a teacher-coach to learn and work in environments that welcomed and supported my stances about physical education being an academic subject and my propensity for social justice.

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Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

The post “Academics On The Move” appeared first on Heart Zones.

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SHAPE America

JUNE 18, 2024

These effects can make it harder for students to focus on their academics, athletics, and other extracurricular activities. Most vapes contain nicotine, which is highly addictive and can harm brain development. Nicotine exposure during adolescence can impact students’ learning, mood, and attention.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Students who have the opportunity for regularly scheduled physical activity and more classroom movement benefit academically, physically, and socially. Students who are happily engrossed in their learning process are less likely to misbehave or lack effort. The common concern is that adding movement takes time away from learning.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 28, 2023

By doing so, we can raise awareness of the critical role school nurses play in supporting the well-being and academic success of students with special healthcare needs. Our services contribute to higher academic achievement by ensuring that students with chronic health conditions can attend school regularly and receive the necessary support.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Thank you School nurses and other mental health professionals in schools are not ok – part 2 Our cups have holes in them. Though we try and do the self care, stay present and fill the cups of others we are drowning the needs are great , they go beyond academics.

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Association for Physical Education

OCTOBER 5, 2022

05/10/22 The deadline for using PE and sport premium allocated in the 2021 to 2022 academic year was 31st July 2022. The post Unspent PE and sport premium funding from 2021 to 2022 academic year must be returned to the Department for Education appeared first on Association for Physical Education - Association For Physical Education | P.E.

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Reinventing the Game

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

There has been more than enough lamenting here on our seemingly ‘babysitter’ job for ‘fresh air’ in between the more important business of academic, examinable subjects. I encountered lately that spurred me to get out of this reflective hibernation for my own professional sanity.

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PE Scholar

JANUARY 18, 2024

Introduction by Nick Pontefract, Chief Strategy Officer, Sport England This report summarises the sport and physical activity behaviours of 5-16-year-olds

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SHAPE America

AUGUST 11, 2022

From an academic standpoint, it’s interesting to watch the metamorphosis of rather carefree students to individuals sprinting toward the finish line. As the clock ticks toward graduation, those innocent, every-once-in-a-while thoughts gain strength. The heat really gets turned up as students enter the internship or student teaching phase.

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PE Scholar

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Investigating the potential differences in motor competence and physical fitness between pupils with different academic achievements in PE.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A principal has low academic scores so he wants to cut recess. How can you help us in offering better nutrition for our lunch program? A teacher keeps her students “in” for recess to complete make up work. What research do you have to show this is negative? Is this a good idea?

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 9, 2023

To that end, the FBI provides operational, behaviorally-based threat assessment and threat management services to help detect and prevent acts of targeted violence, helping academic, mental health, business, community, law enforcement, and government entities recognize and disrupt potential active shooters who may be on a trajectory toward violence.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 25, 2024

The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) is launching the President’s Endowment Challenge for the academic year 2024-2025, and the theme couldn’t be more crucial: “Advocating for Equity.”

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 20, 2023

High Expectations and Academic Standards Setting high expectations and academic standards for children can significantly impact their belief in their abilities. When children are encouraged to strive for excellence, it fosters a sense of competence and resilience, enabling them to overcome obstacles and achieve success 3.

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The PE Hub

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In the hustle of modern education, where academic achievements often take the spotlight, the importance of physical education (PE) can sometimes be overlooked. However, a growing body of research is shedding light on a crucial connection: the link between physical education and academic performance.

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Active Schools Us

MARCH 30, 2022

We will discuss how you can transform your classroom with physical activities that will not only energize students, but also positively impact their mood, behavior, and academic performance. Academic Accelerators. However, another strategy is to use physical activity to reinforce academic subject matter. Download PDF Version.

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Physical Education Update

AUGUST 16, 2022

In simpler terms, at Naperville HS, daily physical education classes were making new brain cells and the academic classes were filling those new brain cells with knowledge. Not only has academic performance improved school-wide, so has behavior and childhood obesity levels. However, exercise does. Dick Moss, Editor, PE Update.com.

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Active Schools Us

APRIL 21, 2023

Here’s why schools should start investing more in sports: Increases students’ academic performance Others may think that sports can distract students from academics. Academics can be stressful for many students. Sports will not distract students from their academic responsibilities.

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PE Scholar

DECEMBER 4, 2022

This report presents data from the Active Lives Children and Young People Survey for the academic year 2021-22.

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Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In addition to academic publications, she is the author of The Seasons of Grief, Helping Children Grow Through Loss. Among the topics are: self-assessment, compassion for self and others, grieving the loss of patients & colleagues and witnessing trauma in the work place.

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Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 23, 2023

This can lead to improved health outcomes, increased attendance, and enhanced academic performance. By expanding healthcare resources, SBHCs can help address the gaps in access to care, particularly for underserved students who may face barriers to receiving necessary medical attention outside of school.

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SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The unique history of lacrosse provides tremendous opportunities to discuss culture and promote social and emotional learning. Addressing SEL in a Culturally Responsive Classroom.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

School nurses are crucial in maintaining the health and well-being of students, which in turn affects their academic success and the overall functionality of schools. The critical role of school nurses in supporting student health, safety, and academic achievement cannot be overstated.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 26, 2023

Evidence demonstrates the link between health and academic success and school nurses are an investment in student achievement. Certified school nurses work at the intersection of healthcare and education and with the goal of having students safe, healthy, in class and ready to learn.

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Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Module Documents Complete Module Packet: Module Overview: Required Materials: All Module Activities: Academic Language Cards: Characteristics of Effective Teams Card: Movement Concepts Cards: Universal Design Adaptations: Self-Evaluation/Reflection Guide: Activity Plans Toss 3: See It, Defend It: Catapult: 4 Corners: Flag 4 to Score: Switch: Ultimate (..)

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Drowning in the Shallow

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

This week’s big claim is that PE will improve children’s academic achievement. PE will sort out children’s behaviour, better prepare children for the work place and create a fit and healthy nation. These claims are misleading … Continue reading PE is an empty vessel →

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Drowning in the Shallow

JANUARY 29, 2022

Children and young people will not automatically improve their movement, health, academic success or their pro-social behaviours just by participating in the subject. Physical Education is not inherently good. To achieve that we need to become more intentional with how we shape PE, what we fill it with and how we offer it. →

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Active Schools Us

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Active Schools will build on this years momentum, bringing physical activity to more schools because all kids deserve the physical, social-emotional, and academic benefits. As we look ahead to 2025, we are energized by the possibilities. Champions like you are vital to the Active Schools movement.

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Active Schools Us

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The definition of physical education varies, but most agree it is an academic subject that provides standards-based curricula and instruction that are part of a well-rounded education. A well-structured curriculum is essential, providing a clear plan for achieving standards and educational outcomes, just like other academic subjects.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Whether you work in a bustling metropolitan school or a small rural district, we all understand the challenges and rewards of keeping our students healthy and ready to thrive academically. When we stand together – even if only virtually once a week – we can share insights and encouragement that make us all better at caring for our school (..)

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The Everlearner

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Those of you who know me will know that I specialise in academic PE teaching. Therefore, I have taught thousands of academic PE lessons. My career experience has spanned 22 years of PE teaching and 10 of those years were as a Head of PE in a specialist sixth form college with the biggest A-level PE cohorts that have ever existed.

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PE Scholar

AUGUST 23, 2022

As we start to power back up for the 2022/23 academic year, we were keen to share some highlights in the rear view mirror and future plans.

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