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Daily Physical Education as an Academic and Behavioral Intervention

SHAPE America

In a school era focused on technology and standardized tests, might the key to some students’ success lie not in more academic work on a device, but in the opportunity to move their bodies outdoors? In this article, I share how daily outdoor physical education can be used as an academic and behavioral intervention.

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Physical Activity And Academic Performance

PLT4M

Exercise and academics are often seen as two completely separate things in education. But the relationship between physical activity and academic performance could not be more intertwined. Therefore, schools must embrace the connection between physical activity and academic performance for students to reach their highest potential.

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Jump Rope Skills(Intermediate 3-5)

Open Phys Ed

Jump Rope YouTube Playlist Courtesy and thanks to Kids Heart Challenge and North Attleboro Middle School. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness. Performs intermediate jump-rope skills (e.g., Standard 2. Outcome [E3.3-5c]. Standard 3. Outcome [E3.3-5].

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THE PITFALLS OF 'MORE, YOUNGER' MINDSET Why Starting Kids Too Early and Pushing Them Too Hard Can Backfire in Youth Sports

Better Coaching

This approach, which Ive labeled More, Younger, insists that increased time on the field, in the gym, or on the court is the surest path to success, scholarships, and lifelong athletic achievement. This position makes schools the frontline for spotting red flags related to burnout, overuse injuries, or mental health concerns.

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

PLT4M

Instead, Shape outlines physical education as “an academic subject that provides a planned, sequential, K-12 standards-based program of curricula and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge and behaviors for healthy, active living, physical fitness, sportsmanship, self-efficacy, and emotional intelligence.”

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10 SEL Activities For High School

PLT4M

This article will explore 10 SEL activities for high school students. The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) is the nation’s leading organization advancing the development of academic, social and emotional competence for all students. What Are SEL Activities For High School?

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Curriculum Mapping For Physical Education

PLT4M

Not only is physical wellness on the decline, we are also seeing an increase in mental illness a, declining academic performance, and troublesome classroom behavior issues. This means beginning to plan from the middle school level, with the high school courses in mind.