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Introducing Students to New Lifetime Sports in a Mobile PE Class

SHAPE America

Let me introduce myself. My name is Casey Page and I am a physical education teacher in Shelby County, Kentucky, which is a suburb of Louisville. I also coach golf and am an assistant athletic director at our school, but I have always thought of myself as a teacher first. In March 2024, I was lucky enough to be named the 2024 SHAPE America National High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year!

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The Relentless School Nurse: Beyond the Ballot: Talking to Kids About Loss and Uncertainty After an Election

Relentless School Nurse

Click to view slideshow. More than twenty-four hours have passed since the election results were confirmed. I have spent the time trying to wrap my head around the outcome. But in the wee hours of that morning, 2:00 am, processing the news was incomprehensible. Amid my panic, Donna Gaffney , a brilliant and compassionate nurse psychotherapist sent me a lifeline at that early hour.

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Student Voice Survey Pack

PE Scholar

This downloadable pack includes a suggested annual student voice survey and a shorter ‘snapshot’ survey that could be used after you have tried something

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Swag Bag Giveaway

Arizona Health and Physical Education

Keep saving your faves for a chance to win a Fuel Up Swag Bag! Giveaways are going on monthly and entering is as easy as 1 2 3 … 1. Log in or create an account. 2. Navigate to “My Resource Library.” 3. Save at least one resource to your library Click Here for more information.

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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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Works of Heart

Stanford Childrens

Giving birth to her first child was a surreal experience for Tawny Aye — and not the way it is for most mothers. That evening in February 2007, there were as many as 14 doctors, nurses, and other staff members from Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford and the Children’s Heart Center in the delivery room with her, waiting for Orion to make his first appearance.

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PE Insights Episode 39 Nicola Cosgrove – Empowering students through ownership and responsibility

PE Scholar

Introduction In this episode of PE Insights, Nathan Walker talks to guest Nicola Cosgrove, a PE teacher and leader who is currently working in

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2024 Arizona Lee Burkett Adapted Physical Education Award

Arizona Health and Physical Education

Mark has been in the field of education since 1976. Mark’s journey in education brought him to Arizona in 1982 where he began teaching adapted physical education at the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. While at ASDB, he helped to organize and develop the first ever Adapted Sports Program for sensory impaired, multi-disabled students. The program included opportunities in adapted sport organizations such as the Special Olympics, Disabled Sports USA and USABA.

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New Exam Question Resources for IB SEHS

The Everlearner

Dear PE colleagues. My team and I write a huge volume of exam questions and mark schemes for all kinds of purposes. We write ExamSimulator content for all PE courses as well as National Mock Exams for pretty much every PE course out there. In recent weeks, the team (Andy Tolley, Hannah Curtis, Kim Nkonde and myself) have been analysing and writing ExamSimulator content for the brand-new International Baccalaureate Sports, exercise and health science course (IB SEHS), which is being taught and st

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Berberine – The Missing Link in Blood Glucose Management?

Designs for Health

Introduction The prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is staggering , with a global rate that affects over 500 million adults. Common risk factors for type 2 diabetes include being overweight and obese, a sedentary lifestyle, family history, age, poor diet, and ethnicity. As obesity trends continue to rise , interventions from the medical community are expected to bring relief.

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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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Physical Literacy and human flourishing

PE Scholar

This article explores the relationship between physical literacy and human flourishing and Understanding the contribution it may have.

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Teach Your Children These 4 Boundaries

RC Families

Contrary to what your kids may think, boundaries are a good thing. They are not meant to suffocate your child or even to have total control; but rather to help them learn self-control and how to eventually set up their own boundaries. It’s hard for some parents to set rules or boundaries. Of course, when.

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Meet Heather: The PE Teacher Who Redefines Resilience and Empowerment

Gopher PE

By: Gopher Community Physical Education teacher Heather Burd is not just an educator; she’s an example of resilience, compassion, and empowerment. Heather’s journey is one-of-a-kind. Born with right hemiplegia, a partial paralysis on her right side—a condition as rare as she is unique—Heather has faced physical challenges from day one. Yet, her story is not about limitations; it’s about possibilities.

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How Technology Can Support Students with Chronic Health Issues

Magnus Health

In today’s digital age, technology is transforming the way healthcare is delivered — including in school settings. For K-12 school nurses, managing the health of students with chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and epilepsy can be challenging. Electronic health record (EHR) software is revolutionizing this aspect of school healthcare, offering numerous benefits that can enhance the quality of care and streamline administrative tasks.

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Heath Thorpe on Fear, Artistry, and Aiming Higher

Complete Performance

Today on the PerformHappy podcast, we’re diving into the world of Men’s elite gymnastics with Heath Thorpe, a true standout from Australia known for his incredible artistry and athleticism. Heath is making waves not only with his powerful routines but also by pushing the limits… The post Heath Thorpe on Fear, Artistry, and Aiming Higher appeared first on Complete Performance Coaching.

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Balancing Performance and Recovery in Mexico’s Top Basketball League

First Beat

Arnau Pina is the Strength and Conditioning Coach at Halcones de Xalapa , a basketball team competing in the Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional, Mexico’s top professional basketball league. In this interview, Arnau talks about how he uses Firstbeat Sports on a daily basis and how he communicates the data to the players. Arnau’s Coaching Journey – From Europe to Latin America As a 28-year-old strength and conditioning coach, Arnau Pina’s journey has taken him from Spain, Sweden, and De

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Sensory Tubes Craft Kit – A Multi-Sensory Group Activity

S&S

Looking for a fun, hands-on craft project that’s easy to set up and sure to be a hit in any setting? Our Sensory Tubes Craft Kit offers an engaging way to boost creativity, relaxation, and provide multi-sensory exploration for all … Read More The post Sensory Tubes Craft Kit – A Multi-Sensory Group Activity appeared first on S&S Blog.

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Congratulations to our 2024 AZHPE Award Winners

Arizona Health and Physical Education

We honored 9 educators with AZHPE awards. Congrats to our educators!

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Teaching with Heart: A British Asian Perspective on PE

PE Scholar

You can jump high for a girl!

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Firstbeat Sports Launches New Team Training Report for Easy Session Comparisons

First Beat

The new interactive Team Training Session Report from Firstbeat makes utilizing physiological data in professional sports easier than ever before, providing deeper insights into a team’s performance during a session. Professional sports teams generate vast amounts of data on their athletes on a daily basis. Efficient utilization of that data in coaching is a major challenge in all team sports.

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Promoting School Spirit Through Fundraising: Bringing Communities Together with FACTS Giving

FACTS Management

Fundraising is a crucial to obtaining funding for school programs.

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The Relentless School Nurse: The Gun Safety Election – Progress or Reversal, Your Vote Decides

Relentless School Nurse

In just hours, Americans will make a pivotal choice that could determine the future of gun violence prevention in our nation. The stakes are stark: gun violence ranks as the third most pressing issue for voters and stands as the leading cause of death for children and teens in our country. But while more than 90% of Americans want stronger gun laws, like expanding Brady Background Checks to all gun sales, we cannot enact sensible solutions without first electing leaders who prioritize action

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Teens Are Exposed to Pornography by Their Friends

A Positive Approach To Teen Health

“My 9-year-old son told me our neighbor boy, his friend, described pornographic scenes he saw in detail to him. My son is traumatized.” I read the above on a Facebook page I follow. This parent went on to say that she was caught off guard. Even though she has talked with her child about sex and puberty, she hadn’t discussed pornography. In the comment section under the original post, parent after parent described similar circumstances with their children.

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The Relentless School Nurse: The Soundtracks of Change – An Election Day Playlist

Relentless School Nurse

Music is a dynamic force capable of stirring emotions, inspiring action, and shaping public opinion. Throughout history, politicians have used music to energize supporters, convey powerful messages, and create memorable moments that resonate long after events end. Kamala Harris’s campaign has masterfully harnessed the power of music to energize supporters, convey her core messages, and create memorable moments that resonate with voters.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Mental Health Matters – How Project 2025 Would Harm Kids and Teenagers

Relentless School Nurse

As part of an ongoing series of perspective pieces written by nurses leading up to the 2024 presidential election, Denver psychiatric nurse Lucia Osler, BSN, RN, addresses the critical intersection of mental healthcare and LGBTQ+ rights. Her essay highlights how the election’s outcome could dramatically impact the vulnerable youth she serves, particularly transgender teenagers who are already experiencing heightened anxiety about their future.