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10 Years of PE Games: Introducing AI Lesson Planning

The PE Geek

PE Games has come a long way since its inception, and we are incredibly proud to have been a part of the physical education journey for thousands of teachers worldwide. As one of our oldest and most beloved apps, PE Games is currently used by over 10,000 PE teachers from around the globe. We are thrilled to announce our latest update, which introduces cutting-edge features to enhance your teaching experience even further.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Governor’s Proclamation for School Nurse Day 2023

Relentless School Nurse

School Nurse Day 2023 is May 10th. I wrote a blog post a few weeks ago that we should celebrate ourselves this year, because in the past so many school nurses felt left out. I was encouraged to find this thoughtful proclamation by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. This was my favorite line: WHEREAS, by recognizing school nurses and their important contributions to our school communities, there is greater hope that more people consider a career in school nursing to help address the shortage

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How to Teach PE with Station Activities

The PE Specialist

Whats up Phys Ed Friends! Today I want to share with you some tips on how to teach skills by using station activities in your PE Class. Station activities are a great strategy to allow your kids to get a lot of practice time with whatever skill you are working on.

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Golf's 5 Oldest Post-War Major Winners

The Sporting

The Oldest Post-War Golfers to Ever Win a Major Golf is kind to all ages - and many modern golfing legends are 45+ years old! But who are the oldest major winners since World War Two? Read on to find out more. Jerry Barber, the oldest player to ever play in a PGA tournament You can score a 62 on the golf course and also play when you’re a 10 over 82.

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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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Dice Doubles versus Cone Flip

Keeping Kids in Motion

Students enjoy quick challenges. Dice Doubles versus Cone Flip is exactly that. Mainly used as an instant activity, students roar with excitement when they enter the gym to discover what is first on the day’s plan. Setup: As students enter the gym, half receive.

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Castle Sports needs your help.

Arizona Health and Physical Education

Castle Sports is looking to create a product and are looking for PE teachers to interview for 30 minutes. They will Venmo participating teachers $50 right after the interview. Please contact Daphne Boggess if interested. daphne@castlesports.

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The 11 Best Jumping Horse Breeds

The Sporting

The Top 11 Horse Breeds Ranked For Jumping Most horses can jump naturally, but only specific horses are specifically bred for their jumping abilities! Read on to find out about the top 11 best jumping horse breeds - including Oldenburg, Thoroughbred, Selle Francais and more. An Arabian horse showjumping Equestrian jumping disciplines are an exciting and competitive form of sport that demands talent, athleticism, agility and excellent coordination between horse and rider.

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Fitness And Mental Health – A Call To Action For Schools

PLT4M

As the world continues to grapple with the effects of the pandemic and tumultuous times, it is becoming increasingly evident that fitness and mental health are essential components of a healthy lifestyle. Schools have a unique role in helping students develop the skills and knowledge to maintain physical and mental well-being. This article will discuss the importance of fitness and mental health in schools and the need for schools to take action through a deeper investment in physical education.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Old Crow Medicine Show – Louder Than Guns

Relentless School Nurse

I heard this song today and was moved to share the video and the message. It is a powerful song about advocacy and action to protect our children and communities by band member Ketch Secor. Here is the background of why Old Crow Medicine Show wrote “Louder Than Guns.” When the lives of 6 teachers and students were snuffed out in a couple minutes at Covenant School in Nashville, I knew I had to speak out, and so I sought every opportunity to do so.

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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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Teaching Health & Physical Education - Everyday is the way

Physical Education Ideas

In a world where technology and innovation dominate, the importance of Health and Physical Education is often overlooked. However, this subject is essential for the well-being of students and their future success. 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.

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He played for Madrid? 10 Forgotten Real Madrid Signings

The Sporting

Real Madrid Signings You Might Struggle to Remember Real Madrid is often associated with signing many of football’s biggest and best names - but there are some anomalies. Read on to find out more about 10 signings you might not remember Real Madrid making… Forgotten Real Madrid signing Nuri Şahin The club is commonly identified with the term ‘Galactico’, which applies to numerous superstar players Real Madrid has signed , including Cristiano Ronaldo, Kaka, David Beckham and Luis Figo.

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Win big with Myzone at Bournemouth 7s 2023

My Zone

Are you ready for an exciting day of sports, music, and entertainment? Bournemouth 7s is the largest sports and music festival in the world! And this year, Myzone adds to the excitement by running an exclusive competition for all participants.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Non-Nurse Sends a Message of Support Just in Time for Nurses Week 2023

Relentless School Nurse

This morning on CBS News Sunday Morning , journalist and author, Sarah DiGregorio shared a message of support for nurses just in time for Nurses Week. Sarah’s much acclaimed book, Taking Care is being released on May 2nd. You can watch Sarah’s message below: TAKING CARE The Story of Nursing and Its Power to Change Our World In this sweeping cultural history of nursing from the Stone Age to the present, the critically acclaimed author of Early pays homage to the profession and makes

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Extended Writing in AQA A-Level PE exams

The Everlearner

Dear AQA A-level PE teachers and students, This blog is for you. In recent months I have had fantastic feedback on a series of GCSE PE and OCR A-level PE for extended writing in exams. As you will probably know, AQA A-level PE has, by far, the greatest requirement for extended writing and, for this reason, I have decided to publish two brand-new resources today.

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24 Tai Chi Movements to Change Your Life for the Better

The Sporting

Your Guide to Tai Chi: 24 Life-Changing Movements Tai Chi is a famous Chinese martial art - and its origins can be traced back to the ancient world. It is a great discipline for your physical and mental health - and there are many life-changing Tai Chi movements to try out at any age. Read our guide to 24 Tai Chi movements that will change mental and physical health for the better.

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Firstbeat Sports Attending World Congress on Science and Football

First Beat

Firstbeat Sports is attending this year’s World Congress on Science and Football on May 24-26. This year’s event will be held in Groningen, The Netherlands. The congress slogan ‘Enhance performance, engage society’ covers all codes of football, including association football (soccer), futsal, rugby, American football, Australian rules football, and more.

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The Relentless School Nurse: “I Support the Girls” in on a Mission to Make Dignity the Norm!

Relentless School Nurse

As a school nurse, I am always looking for ways to support my students and their families. Recently, I was introduced to an organization called “I Support the Girls (ISTG)” that provides essential items, like bras and menstrual hygiene products, to students in under-resourced schools. ISTG also supports women experiencing homelessness, domestic violence and unemployment by providing period products and more!

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A Preemie Transfers and Gets a New Care Plan for BPD

Stanford Childrens

Seeking BPD care 700 miles away at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health pays off If expectant parents Owen and Jamie Brennan had to guess who they’d be most closely in touch with soon after their baby was born, they wouldn’t have guessed a stranger who lived almost 700 miles away. And they would never have imagined the situation they’d be in, that would involve calling, texting, and meeting about their daughter’s care with this person, “hundreds, or maybe thousands of times,” according to Owen.

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Don Baylor: Playing for Earl Weaver

The Sporting

An Interview with Baseball Legend Don Baylor - By Norman L. Macht What was it like to play for legendary Orioles manager Earl Weaver? Find out in our interview with Don Baylor - by baseball writer Norman L. Macht Baseball icon Don Baylor April 23, 1994 Mile High Stadium, Denver Don Baylor played 17 full seasons (1972-1988) with six American League teams – including three consecutive World Series with three different teams – before managing for nine years for the Rockies and Cubs.

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Be a Thermostat, not a Thermometer: Sample Chapter from our New Book “The Champion Teammate”

Changing the Game Project

(Jerry and John are so excited to announce the upcoming release of our new book The Champion Teammate: Timeless Lessons to Connect, Compete and Lead in Sports in Life. Throughout The post Be a Thermostat, not a Thermometer: Sample Chapter from our New Book “The Champion Teammate” appeared first on Changing the Game Project.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Back on the Radio with Barbara Glickstein!

Relentless School Nurse

I was invited back to HealthCetera in the Catskills. Nurse media strategist, Barbara Glickstein and I discussed gun violence prevention and nursings’ role in this public health emergency. HealthCetera in the Catskills is a biweekly radio show focused on health topics. Diana Mason, PhD, RN, FAAN is the host of this nurse-led radio show. Diana and Barbara have partnered for decades bringing health-related news stories to the public!

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10 Things Parents Should Apologize For Saying

RC Families

There are some very good reasons that parents should apologize to their kids. The words you say to your kids, and how you say them, will be the voice in their heads the rest of their lives. I know this for a fact because my kids repeat things to me that I said to them.

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George Pipgras Interview: Recalling Miller Huggins and the 1927 Yankees

The Sporting

The 1927 Yankees: As Told By Pitcher and later, Umpire, George Pipgras An interview with George Pipgras - by baseball writer Norman L. Macht. Read about his experiences with Miller Huggins and the legendary 1927 Yankees The 1927 Yankees line-up - including Babe Ruth and Miller Huggins George Pipgras was a right-handed pitcher for the 1923-1933 Yankees , leading the league with 24 wins and 301 IP in 1928.

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Magnesium to Promote Musculoskeletal Health

Designs for Health

Magnesium (Mg) is an essential mineral that may promote musculoskeletal health, supporting both athletes and the aging population. According to epidemiological studies , Mg intake in the U.S. has decreased significantly from 500 mg to 175 mg to 225 mg per day. Individuals following a typical Western‑style diet consume less than 30% to 50% of the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for magnesium, which is 320 mg to 420 mg per day for adults.

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When Building a Family Doesn’t Come Easily

Stanford Childrens

In honor of the Mental Health Awareness Month and the recent National Infertility Awareness Week, we asked our experts to discuss a very specific topic: the emotional challenges people have when trying to get pregnant but not succeeding. Meet Katherine (Ellie) Williams, MD , psychiatrist, director of the Stanford Women’s Wellness Clinic and an expert in women’s emotional well-being.

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Webinar Wrap-Up

Montessori Physical Education

First off, I would like to thank the Montessori Family Alliance for hosting me for an in-depth discussion on physical wellness and the family. I was the anchor leg of a three-part series focusing on promoting healthy habits in the family. The first two components featured the importance of sleep and nutrition, and I integrated the two into my discussion.

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Shot Put Activity Prompt Card

PE Scholar

This Shot Put activity prompt card has been created to give a broad overview of the most important rules, common misconceptions and key teaching points

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Hyaluronic Acid and its Potential to Support a Balanced Inflammatory Response

Designs for Health

Hyaluronic acid is a molecule with the potential to support cellular health, skin integrity, and healthy aging. It is produced by almost all cell types in the human body. Hyaluronic acid is an important component of cell membranes , and it’s part of the extracellular matrix. It has many different functions in the body and may support cellular development, differentiation , and proliferation.

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CARES ACT Funding

Heartzones

Free & Quick Money for YOU, as a PE or Health Teacher Don’t let money stand in the way of getting your very own Heart Zones Move Solution! There are government funds that you can use for PE technology. The CARES Act provides Coronavirus financial aid for K-12 public schools in need of technology. Within this $2 trillion legislation, K-12 public schools are allocated $122 billion for emergency funding called the ESSER Fund to respond to the impact that COVID-19 has placed on school pro

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Barbell Bench Press Form

PLT4M

The barbell bench press is an excellent movement for students to learn and develop. Whether for athletic development or general fitness, the barbell bench press is one of the most effective exercises for developing muscular strength. But we must prioritize proper barbell bench press form when teaching and incorporating this movement into workouts. This article will explore technique and movement tips for great barbell bench press form.

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Resilience, Stress, and Burnout Syndrome According to Study Hours in Spanish Public Education School Teacher Applicants: An Explanatory Model as a Function of Weekly Physical Activity Practice Time

PE Scholar

Study aimed to establish the relationship between study hours and the levels of stress, burnout, and resilience in applicants.

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Dance Without Limits: A Life Changing Adapted PE Dance Program

Gopher Sport

“Hands, touching hands, reaching out, touching me, touching you.”- Neil Diamond Most adults and students can finish the lyrics above. Not only can you sing it, but when you hear it, it brings you back to a place in time: a school dance, a wedding, first heartbreak or a backyard BBQ. We can communicate through music and learned to do so at a very young age.

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