Active Schools Us

DECEMBER 17, 2024

AFHKs dedication to whole-child health aligns seamlessly with our mission, allowing us to work together to promote physical activity as a vital component of student success. Our annual campaigns showcased the power and impact of physical activity. Champions like you are vital to the Active Schools movement.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

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. Does Physical Activity Influence Academic Performance? Does Physical Activity Influence Academic Performance?

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Active Schools Us

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Physical education (PE) is critical to students’ overall development. Having well-trained, passionate PE teachers is essential to the success of any physical education program. Physical education can get confused with physical activity. PE and recess are not the same!

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SHAPE America

JULY 27, 2023

This leaves educators feeling overwhelmed and frustrated, searching for something to take off their plates. And, despite clear research demonstrating the positive impacts of health and wellness on academic achievement , schools may be tempted to put critically important physical activity programs on the back burner.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

So should physical education be required? Suppose the big-picture goal of education is to equip students with a robust set of skills and knowledge to live successful lives. In that case, a quality physical education program should be a staple of any comprehensive educational system.

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Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

In the world of international education, there are those who simply teach, and then there are educators like Allison Deakin, Head of Department for Elementary PE and Swimming, JV & Varsity Badminton Coach, and former Activities Coordinator at GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA).

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Physical Education Update

AUGUST 20, 2022

Although physical educators have long realized the importance of Quality Daily Physical Education, the need for such programs is still not a priority for parents and policy makers. This is highlighted by the fact that many school boards still use block-scheduling for physical education classes. Ridiculous?

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Lynne Kenney with Zainab Khokha Physical Education class is an optimal setting for students to develop and practice the precursor skills that precede learning. Moreover, Physical Education promotes cognitive development by stimulating neural pathways associated with socialization and learning. 2019 ; Hardy et al.,

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PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

The health benefits of physical education schools are well documented. After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. Less than 25% of children achieve the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Hello Arizona Health and Physical Education members! Working with students with disabilities, whether they be cognitive or physical, I understand the importance of physical activity for all students. A typical school day for most students is very structured and filled with academic demands.

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Learning Through Sport

MARCH 23, 2025

Some don't develop the confidence in their competence to continue to pursue being physically active through sport when they enter adolesence. However, frequent participation in sports during adolesence has been associated with the liklihood to be highly physically active as an adult (Tammelin, 2003).

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Reinventing the Game

OCTOBER 23, 2020

I was taking the last couple of lessons for my classes before exams start and the end of year activities take over. This is usually the point where a whole year’s of effort culminates and everyone sort of wind down from an intense academic calendar. The hope is that this creates more appreciation and understanding of what is happening.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

In most conversations about improving schools, the role of physical education is an afterthought, or worse, not even mentioned. Instead, we look at core subjects, test scores, and student performance without considering the impact of physical education and activity.

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Physical Education Ideas

MAY 2, 2023

In a world where technology and innovation dominate, the importance of Health and Physical Education is often overlooked. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why teaching Health and Physical Education is crucial and how literacy is the foundational skill upon which all knowledge is built. The answer is simple.

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Physical Education Ideas

DECEMBER 30, 2023

We all know the importance Physical Education plays in nurturing well-rounded individuals. A key element that is gaining increasing attention is the concept of Physical Literacy. To be clear, when talking about physical literacy, we are not talking about teaching kids the ABCs whilst getting them active.

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PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

The landscape of physical education has evolved significantly over the last decade and it is critical that PE teachers adapt accordingly. While it isn’t a panacea, physical activity and exercise have been shown to positively influence ALL of these troubling trends.

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Reinventing the Game

MAY 1, 2021

Physical Education and Physically Educate. In a student-led and designed activity for a leadership programme, a group of student leaders introduced the touch-rugby pass as “you can only pass the ball backwards”. I realised my shifting from a technical aspect of Physical Education (PE) to a philosophical one.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

A growing number of school districts and states allow exemptions from physical education. First, we break down the physical education waiver form and how schools and states use it. Next, we explore the rise in popularity, concerns around student opt-outs, and what it all means to the subject of physical education.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity?

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Active Schools Us

MARCH 30, 2022

This workshop will provide a variety of tools, tips, and techniques to help teachers navigate the transitions between sessions of physical activity. Montana’s initiative to promote comprehensive physical activity has transformed the culture within schools. Academic Accelerators. Let’s Rock it! Download PDF Version.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

AUGUST 7, 2023

Attendees will have the opportunity to try the latest products, services and technology tools geared toward HPE and physical activity in schools. This coming November 1-3, in Phoenix, my professional organization, Arizona Health and Physical Education, will be hosting its annual State Convention & Expo.

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Reinventing the Game

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

I must say that every one of my articles were written as a result of an observation, some experience, some reading and connecting it to what I think I need to do better as a Physical Education (PE) teacher.

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Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This allows students to build connections with their classmates that can extend beyond physical education. Etiquette: (Grades 9-12) Exhibits proper etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in physical activity and/or social dance.

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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

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

metaphor to another type of educational leader: the school principal. All matters of daily routine, classroom instruction, curriculum and academic priority – indeed, the entire school ethos – assume form through the principal’s vision. In this short blog post, I wish to extend the O Captain! My Captain!

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School Yard

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

There is much research supporting family engagement in children’s education being one of the building blocks for academic success, but what about physical activity and living an active and healthy lifestyle for a lifetime? Here are some ideas for engaging the entire family in physical activity.

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Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 11, 2022

As physical educators, one of our objectives is to encourage students to use physical activities as vehicles for self-expression. All Module Activities: [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Cards: [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Quiz: [PDF, WORD]. Perfecting every step is not what is important. Assessments.

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Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 13, 2023

Establishing a sense of community within physical education classrooms is essential to developing students that are open to trying new activities and experiences. The activities can be grouped together as shown in the block plan for an Adventure Learning unit or can be utilized individually as an instant activity for any lesson.

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Active Schools Us

APRIL 1, 2022

Data from CDC pretty much tells the story: less than one-quarter (24%) of children 6 to 17 years of age participate in 60 minutes of physical activity every day. This 60-minute recommendation comes from the federal government’s Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans which is grounded in the most current scientific evidence.

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Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Created By: Mary Driemeyer, Daniel Hill, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions: Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart Are you looking for fun and engaging ways to recognize and celebrate Pi Day in your physical education class? OPEN’s Pi Day instant activities collection was designed just for that!

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Open Phys Ed

APRIL 19, 2024

Personal Enjoyment (1) Describes positive feelings that result from physical activity participation. (3) 3) Reflects on the reasons for enjoying selected physical activities. 1) Discusses the reasons for participating in physical activity with friends. (2) Please enjoy all the resources provided.

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Then we went back to school. Get Access Here.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Physical education doesn’t always garner the same level of attention as other academic subjects throughout the school day. But as schools search for ways to support students’ mental health, academic performance, and overall healthy lifestyles, physical education can play a crucial role in student success.

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Open Phys Ed

MAY 8, 2023

This can allow all students to also participate in social engagement and building connections with their classmates that can extend beyond physical education. Manipulative Skills: (Grades 9-12) Demonstrates competency and/or refines activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

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Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Rather, this article advocates for an evidence-based, developmentally appropriate approach that aligns with guidelines championed by experts such as the Aspen Institute, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and academic researchers.

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Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

The activities in this module are designed to teach students how to move safely around a track (running loop) while exploring different locomotor movements and having imaginative fun with their classmates. Concepts introduced include physical activity in and out of school, basic nutrition education, safety and locomotor movements.

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Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In my view, we can find more creative and productive ways to encourage positive student behavior without isolating them while their peers enjoy physical activity. This is a valid concern and one that physical educators should take seriously. This is a valid concern and one that physical educators should take seriously.

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