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The Relentless School Nurse: Vermont’s Kelly McGovern Landwehr, MSN, RN is Advocacy in Action

Relentless School Nurse

Nurse Practitioner Kelly McGovern Landwehr, MSN, RN, is president of the Vermont State School Nurses Association, and a school nurse at Middlebury Union High School. She is also a courageous advocate spotlighting the epidemic of vaping at school, but also at home. Sometimes our advocacy is born out of personal experiences. I applaud you, Kelly, for sharing the compelling story of your daughter’s experience with vaping, in her own words.

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Dealing with Pressure with Olympic Gymnast Sam Oldham

Complete Performance

In today’s PerformHappy podcast episode, I sit down with the incredible Sam Oldham, a key member of the 2012 bronze medal-winning Great Britain Men’s Gymnastics Team. Sam, now a gymnastics coach and a brand new dad, opens up about the intense pressure of chasing an… The post Dealing with Pressure with Olympic Gymnast Sam Oldham appeared first on Complete Performance Coaching.

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Giving Children Hearing and Confidence

Stanford Childrens

This is the second part of a monthlong series in honor of Women’s History Month at S tanford Medicine Children’s Health. Pediatric otolaryngologist Mai Thy Truong, MD , learned an important life lesson from her father’s work as a senator in Vietnam: to do something with a purpose. Her parents emigrated from Vietnam when her father was in his 40s, and Dr.

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6 Activities to Make Soccer Fun for Young Kids

Gopher Sport

Are you looking for ways to enhance your soccer unit for students in Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade? These games allow students to practice skills that are essential to soccer success in a fun way! Please use, modify and enjoy these activities with your primary students. 1. Dribble Builders and Bulldozers: What: Dribble a soccer ball with control.

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Reimagine the Role of PE to Reconnect With Your Students

Speaker: Jeremy Kellem, M.Ed. - Educational Strategist, Former Athlete, and CEO/Founder of W.I.N. (We Impact Now, LLC)

For many students, physical education is critical to becoming active and developing healthy routines. But how is this possible anymore with the repercussions of the pandemic? Years of COVID-19, social distancing, and virtual learning have all had a profound effect on students, which means educators need to adjust their classes accordingly. The good news is that P.E. can still play a vital role in helping students intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially.

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The Relentless School Nurse: “Don’t Just Count Them, Hold Them Accountable”

Relentless School Nurse

“Don’t Just Count Them, Hold Them Accountable,” is a letter to the editor that Dr. Brenna Morse and I wrote in response to “Nurse State Legislators, 2013 to 2023,” a Nursing Outlook article by Drs. Darlene Curley and Patricia Stone. Our letter emphasizes the importance of holding legislators accountable for advancing policies aligned with nursing principles rather than solely focusing on professional backgrounds.

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Egg-citing Easter Games for a Hoppin' Good PE Class!

Physical Education Ideas

As the Easter bunny prepares to make its annual visit, it's time to hop into some egg-citing fun in your Physical Education program! From egg races to bunny hops, these Easter-themed games will have your students laughing, moving, and celebrating the spirit of the season. So, grab your bunny ears and let's dive into a basket full of festive activities that will make your PE class egg-stra special!

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Net/ Wall Games – Unit Planning with a Difference

PE Scholar

The research is clear, we should move away from planning a skill per lesson and seeing PE as some kind of sport technique focused subject.

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The Thyroid-Gut Axis: Is There a Connection Between Thyroid Health and the Gut Microbiome?

Designs for Health

The thyroid-gut axis refers to the bidirectional communication between the thyroid gland and the gut microbiome. It involves biochemical interactions between the immune system, gut microbiota, and the thyroid. Emerging research suggests that the thyroid-gut axis may play a pivotal role in the regulation of thyroid function and the immune response. The gut microbiome may influence several aspects of thyroid health including thyroid hormone metabolism and inflammatory responses.

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Voices for Impact

Arizona Health and Physical Education

Gain a deeper understanding of decision-making processes, educational funding, and storytelling through Voices for Impact, a workshop created by the Arizona K12 Center, the Office of the Maricopa County School Superintendent, and cross-district teacher teams. Arizona teacher leaders created this training to empower other educators to further strengthen their skills and knowledge to autonomously advocate for themselves and the teaching profession.

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How Physical Education Plays a Core Role in Student Development

Speaker: Shane Pill PhD, MEd, BEd, LMACHPER, FACHPER - Physical Education and Sports Researcher, Professor, Consultant, and Speaker

Physical education is an important part of the development of the whole person: physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. By providing education in movement competency, education on using movement to develop the ability to be self-regulated and motivated, and education through movement to develop ‘habits of mind’ for positive and constructive engagement with others, PE provides a basis for personal and community health and wellbeing.

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Remission Holds Fast After Five Relapses for Young Woman With Leukemia

Stanford Childrens

Camille Goodale was living the quintessential college life. She was a sophomore at Colorado State University, making friends, and enjoying the freedom that college brings. Then, one day she started feeling tired, weak, and lightheaded. What she thought might be a virus turned out to be something much more serious: acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)—a blood cancer.

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PE Scholar Education and Training Impact Report 2022

PE Scholar

The following report summarises professional development provided by PE Scholar in 2022 to include in-person training, conference keynotes/ workshops and

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Meet the Staff: Amber Helsel, Director of Communications

Teen Health Mississippi

Hey there, everyone! I’m so excited to introduce you to a super cool person—me! I’m Amber, and I wear two hats—one as the Director of Communications for Teen Health Mississippi, and the other as a graphic designer and illustrator. Let’s dive into my story a bit! Where I’m From and What I Wanted to Be I was born and raised in the metro area.

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Learning About Bullying Helps Keep Kids Safe

Arizona Health and Physical Education

Bullying affects all youth. That’s why everyone must understand what bullying is , what to do when bullying happens, and how to prevent it. All adults can help kids learn how to recognize, prevent, and address bullying. In fact, research shows that talking to kids about bullying is one of the ways adults can help prevent it. By teaching kids about bullying, they can better recognize when it happens and get help safely.

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Ask Your Family About Heart Disease

Stanford Childrens

Knowing your family’s heart disease risk empowers you to take action to improve heart health today Knowing what you may be carrying in your genes could literally save your or a family member’s life, including your child’s life. Tying into the message of American Heart Month, which just passed, now’s a good time to explore your family’s history of heart disease to not delay prevention any further.

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5 HUGE Parenting Challenges You Face Daily and How to Keep them From Driving You Crazy

RC Families

Parenting challenges greet you every morning, and they come in all shapes and sizes. It may start with “what’s for breakfast” and proceed to “we’re gonna be late for school!!!” It may continue throughout the day with a text that says, “I’m sick” or a call that says, “your child is in the principal’s office.

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The Blueprint for Goalkeeping Mastery

The Sporting

What is the Blueprint for a Master Goalkeeper? The criteria for what constitutes a world-class goalkeeper are often debated. The Sporting Blog delves into the essentials of goalkeeping excellence and the attributes required in today's game. David de Gea saves a goal for Manchester United, 2014 In the playground, the most skilled are thrust forward, seeking the glory of goals.

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Fit and Fun Playscapes is Going to SHAPE!

Fit and Fun Play

– Written By Dr. Timothy Davis – In this blog we are excited to announce that the SHAPE America annual conference will be held in Cleveland, OH for health and physical educators across the globe! And Fit and Fun Playscapes will be there for the 6th year in a row! Below is a quick description of the national conference followed by information about the sessions and our speakers!

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Off Season Basketball Workouts For High School Athletes

PLT4M

Strength training plays a vital role in the success of basketball players’ performance on the court. From high school basketball players all the way up to the best players in the NBA, success starts in the weight room. And while professional players have access to any army of strength coaches and specialists, many high school programs are in search of off season basketball workouts for young basketball players looking to take their game to the next level.

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Project Adventure – Youth Challenge Course Equipment for Your Program

S&S

Caitlin McCormick Small, Executive Director & CEO, Project Adventure Project Adventure is excited to be working with S&S Worldwide to make our products available to you. Whether you run a ropes course, use adventure in your P.E. program, or want … Read More The post Project Adventure – Youth Challenge Course Equipment for Your Program appeared first on S&S Blog.

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NFL 10 Free Agency Power Rankings

The Sporting

10 Free Agency Power Rankings: Browns, Lions, Texans Nearing Chiefs' Dominance - By Craig Davies It's been over a month since we last compiled NFL power rankings, a moment that followed the Kansas City Chiefs’ back-to-back Super Bowl victories. Since then, the landscape of the NFL has seen significant shifts, or perhaps, some may argue, not much change at all… Looking back at the past decade's free agency winners might temper our excitement.

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Celebrating Women’s History Month

Every Kids Sports

Celebrating Women’s History Month As we celebrate Women’s History Month, Every Kid Sports proudly recognizes the invaluable contributions of women in sports, both on and off the field. Throughout history, women have shattered barriers, defied expectations, and paved the way for future generations of athletes. From trailblazers like Billie Jean King and Wilma Rudolph to modern-day icons like Serena Williams and Megan Rapinoe, women athletes have inspired millions with their talent,

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Action for Healthy Kids Releases Family-School Partnership Workplan for Engaging Diverse Communities in Healthy Schools

PE for Parents

The post Action for Healthy Kids Releases Family-School Partnership Workplan for Engaging Diverse Communities in Healthy Schools appeared first on Action for Healthy Kids.

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Safeguarding School Data: Cybersecurity Tips for Educators

FACTS Management

In today’s digital age, educational technology (EdTech) plays a pivotal role in safeguarding sensitive school data. Whether educators are navigating remote work setups or traditional classrooms, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures is essential. Recent headlines about data breaches in the education sector serve as stark reminders of the importance of data security.

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Stinging Nettle: A Potent Herb to Support Immune Health

Designs for Health

Nettles , also known as “stinging nettle” ( Urtica dioica L.), have traditionally been used worldwide as a folk medicine remedy for supporting respiratory and joint health and various other applications, such as hypertension. Documentation points to its use in ancient Egypt and ancient Greece and among the indigenous peoples of North America. It can be consumed directly or made into soups and tea and even brewed into beer.

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Opportunity: Tayleigh’s softball story

Every Kids Sports

An opportunity to play: Tayleigh’s story Softball isn’t just a game; for many kids like 7-year-old Tayleigh, it’s an important opportunity that shapes both the body and the mind. Tayleigh’s story is a testament to the incredible impact that sports can have on a child’s life, as shared by her proud mother. Tayleigh’s mom, filled with gratitude, reflects on the changes she has witnessed in her daughter since she started playing softball. “Softball has help

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Every Day is Game Day

Open Phys Ed

Created by: Aaron Hart, Nichole Wilder, Mark Friedrich, Chris Walker Special Contributions by: Eliza Kuhn, Andrea Hart Welcome to OPEN’s 6-day journey to becoming a Game Day Champion! A Game Day mindset means waking up each day ready to tackle challenges with excitement, bounce back from setbacks, and make a positive difference in the world. Every day is game day in a physical education class, and this module combines some of your OPEN favorites with some new activities that will surely become y