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How to Motivate Staff to Lead Physical Activity in Your Program (Even if They’re Not Fitness Pros)

Skillastics

Lets be honest most after-school and expanded learning programs arent staffed with certified fitness trainers or PE teachers. The wonderful people running these programs are often educators, childcare professionals, or part-time, young adults who wear many hats, and leading physical activity might not be their comfort zone. But heres the truth: you dont have to be a fitness expert to foster active, healthy habits in young learners.

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2025 Recognition Awards Nominations

Arizona Health and Physical Education

The countdown is on the school year is almost over! Were on the hunt for our 2025 Award-Winning Teachers , and we need YOUR help! Know a teacher whos gone above and beyond this year? Nominate them today and let their excellence shine!

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Top Tips for Early Elementary Parents

RC Families

Early elementary parents take on new challenges as their kids move into the grades K-3. The top tips I list here have some similarities to the Top Tips for Toddler Parents that I listed last week. Keep Routines. Early elementary children still need routines, although they may vary from the toddler routines. Regular bedtimes (10-12.