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Creating an Effective Health and Wellness Club at School

SHAPE America

As a physical education teacher at Hebron High School in Carrollton, TX, I developed a Health and Wellness Club for our ninth-grade campus as an initiative to reduce obesity and related comorbidities that are associated with sedentary lifestyles and a lack of physical activity. We met every other week for 30 minutes during advisory time.

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Lessons Learned From Decades of Advocating for Health and Physical Education

SHAPE America

Wisconsin Health and Physical Education (WHPE), a SHAPE America state affiliate, has been “speaking out” for quality health and physical education in Wisconsin for more than two decades. Advocating for health and physical education is worth the effort! This greatly increased WHPE visibility.

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The Relentless School Nurse: What Will School Nursing Look Like in 2050? Here is a Chance to Share Your Vision!

Relentless School Nurse

Croakey Health Media School nurses are invited to participate in a foresight project led by Dr. Terri Hinkley, CEO of the National Association of School Nurses (NASN). School nurses will lead dynamic health education programs, utilizing virtual reality (VR) to create immersive learning experiences.

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The Relentless School Nurse: School’s Out For Summer (Almost) – Time to Renew for 2023-2024!

Relentless School Nurse

Assess and prioritize needs : Start by assessing the specific needs and challenges of your students, staff, and families. Identify common health concerns, emerging trends, and areas where additional support is required. Building a network of support will help you create a more holistic approach to student health.

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Beyond Fitness Assessment: The Importance of Relevant Physical Education for Student Well-being

Physed n Health

Physical education is an important subject that plays a crucial role in promoting physical activity, health, and overall well-being of students. Traditionally, physical education has focused on fitness assessment, such as measuring students’ physical capabilities and comparing them to established standards.

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The Relentless School Nurse: FAACTs Roundtable Podcast – Safely Caring for Students with Food Allergies is a Collaborative Effort

Relentless School Nurse

From conducting health assessments and managing medications to providing first aid and emergency response, their contributions are instrumental in addressing the diverse health needs of students. School nurses hold a pivotal position in the school community, ensuring the physical and mental well-being of students.

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Run for Fun (Grades K-2)

Open Phys Ed

Concepts introduced include physical activity in and out of school, basic nutrition education, safety and locomotor movements. Nutrition: (K) Recognizes that food provides energy for physical activities. (1) 1) Identifies foods that promote good health. (2) 2) Participates in physical activities that contribute to fitness.