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Back To School Planning For Physical Education Teachers

PLT4M

The start of a new school year is an exciting time for students, families, teachers, and school districts. As everyone starts to plan for the upcoming year, this article explores back to school planning for physical education teachers. We discuss curriculum, assessment, equipment, and technology for physical education back to school planning Back To School Planning Isn’t Perfect Before we dive into the nuts and bolts of back to school planning for physical education, let’s be hones

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The Relentless School Nurse: MadLibs – Wildlife Adventures in the School Health Office!

Relentless School Nurse

Who remembers MadLibs, those fun stories that tested our grammar skills while creating a silly tale to read out loud? I have one for you dedicated to school nurses and our “wildlife” adventures. They are easy to do, first, fill out the descriptors below to create your own personalized story. Then, share the story with your own kids or if you are working summer school, your students might enjoy the fun too!

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Understanding US College Sports: Why are college sports in America so popular?

The Sporting

Why are College Sports so Popular in the United States of America? In Europe and South America, Football (soccer) is King. In India, Cricket is by far the most popular sport and in New Zealand, Rugby is a religion. The heroes of these sports are all professional players, paid many millions of dollars to play these games for a living. If you are not getting paid and are a professional, you have not yet made it.

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Remembering Eli Wolff- A Pioneer in Disability Sport

What's New in Adapted Physical Education

Welcome to a unique and special episode of "What's New in APE," where we pay tribute to the remarkable legacy of Eli Wolff, an eminent advocate and leader in the field of disability sports. As a distinguished multiple-time US Paralympian, Eli devoted himself to promoting the inclusion of disabled individuals in sports and physical activities. One of Eli's impactful endeavors was his instrumental role in advocating for provisions concerning sport and recreation within the United Nations Conventio

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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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Curriculum Mapping For Physical Education

PLT4M

The landscape of physical education has evolved significantly over the last decade and it is critical that PE teachers adapt accordingly. In order to move the profession forward and cater to student needs, we must constantly assess our curriculum and explore new pedagogies, curricula, and technology. Curriculum mapping offers teachers and schools opportunities to think big picture, explore best practices, and improve the learning process for students.

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Mountain Biking in Wales: The Top 5 Places to MTB ride in Wales

The Sporting

A Top 5 Guide to The Best Places to Ride Your Mountain Bike in Wales in the Winter Wales certainly doesn't fail when it comes to mountain biking, one of the most exhilarating and fun forms of exercise. The rugged terrain and national parks lay host to some of the best MTB riding spots in the UK. Here are my top 5 mountain bike riding destinations in Wales.

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SWS Student Luna Vujovic won Wimbledon U14, and Maia Burcescu managed to the semi-finals!

Sport World School

Congratulations to our students, Luna Vujovic, on wining Wimbledon U14, and Maia Burcescu, who reached the semi-finals of this prestigious competition. The post SWS Student Luna Vujovic won Wimbledon U14, and Maia Burcescu managed to the semi-finals! appeared first on Sport World School.

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2023 Arizona State Convention at a Glance.

Arizona Health and Physical Education

This is a first look at the 2023 Arizona State Convention schedule at a Glance. Details and more information will soon follow. There are still a few openings available for presentation. If you are interested, please click on the link below. Thank you.

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The Relentless School Nurse: The Sweet Spot of Summer

Relentless School Nurse

Mid-July is the sweet spot of any given summer. Enough of the summer has come that there has been time to decompress, and a nice amount remains so that it doesn’t feel like it is slipping away. Still, it would be wonderful to slow time down in order to soak up every moment of the precious free time summer brings. During the summer break, school nurses engage in a variety of activities to ensure we are prepared for the upcoming school year.

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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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The Best NFL Teams That Didn't Win the Super Bowl

The Sporting

The 7 Greatest Teams Who Should Have Won The Superbowl, but Didn’t The phrase “ Any Given Sunday,” became popularised in the NFL world by the Holywood movie of the same name that featured Al Pacino and Jamie Foxx among other A-listers. The original phrase allegedly stems from former NFL Commissioner, Bert Bell, who during his tenure said: “On any given Sunday, any team can beat any other team.

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Summer Updates

Montessori Physical Education

We are back from a thrilling and eventually relaxing vacation with the family. Marshall was the perfect age for Disney World, and he loved every moment of it, and we were averaging thirty thousand steps a day. We stayed with my sister and her fiance during the trip and discovered he was quite the card shark when we played Euchre. The following week got some quality beach time with Marshall’s grandparents in South Carolina.

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Swimming, winning, adaptive training, and Eurovision

My Zone

The variables of motivation, mental health, and access to movement, are difference-makers for everyone. But it makes no difference whether you’re a Paralympian, British Champion, or someone just starting out on their fitness journey.

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Brand New CENTURY Subject: Theory PE and Sport

PE Scholar

CENTURY have just released the first of two brand new subjects that are available for learners on our AI-powered platform: Theory PE and Sport.

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Weird and wonderful Ice Hockey traditions & superstitions

The Sporting

Ice Hockey : Truly some superstitious folk! We take a look at some of the stranger traditions on ice. Ice Hockey teams boast some of the most passionate, loyal, die-hard fans of all sports. It’s no surprise with so much to love about hockey – from the brawls, the speed of the game and wild goal celebrations. Fans and players alike have adopted many weird and wonderful traditions and superstitions in their desire for team success.

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Adapted Physical Education Blog, Welcome Back Edition, July 2023

Arizona Health and Physical Education

Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Educators! Hard to believe that a short 6 or 8 weeks ago, we were counting down to the END of the school year, and now here we are getting ready for another round of “meet the teacher” night! I don’t know about you but summer always provides me with just a taste of what my retirement schedule might look like, and I’m diggin’ it!

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Quality Physical Education

PLT4M

Quality physical education is a popular buzzword in the world of PE. But actually defining and outlining the what, why, and how of quality physical education is a little more challenging. In this article, we set out to provide actionable steps to ensure school districts’ physical education classes serve students’ needs and improve health and wellness.

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Congress competes as senators lead by example with physical activity

My Zone

The results are in for the Congressional Physical Activity Challenge 2023, as US government officials have been embracing movement and exercise to influence positive policy change for the nation.

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Indianapolis Motor Spedway: 500 Miles to Glory at The Brickyard

The Sporting

The Brickyard: Home of the Indy 500 Indianapolis Motor Speedway, ’The Brickyard’, is the most iconic venue in the rich history of US motorsport. The track is based in Speedway, Indiana - a suburb of Indianapolis - and is home to the prestigious Indy 500 race, which attracts around 400,000 fans on Raceday; the single most attended day of sport on the planet.

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#016 “…it’s always about the players first.”

Player Development Project

Reader,​​ The most important thing is to remember it’s not about you, it’s always about the players first.” John Van’t Schip, Former Ajax player and coach.​​If we put ourselves in the shoes of young people coming to training, we have to consider their context. ​Some may be playing school and club football. Some might be in academy programmes that demand 3-4 sessions per week.

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EXERCISE KINDNESS - Summer 2023

AKA Sports

From Week 1, credit videographer Matt Gallagher, featuring all the amazing work that these staff do with kids! EXERCISE KINDNESS - A slogan that has impacted me for over a year, I believed the time was right to share it. This summer was anticipated as our most significant season yet, with a new west metro facility, record-breaking numbers and exceptional leadership.

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“Be Present” With Your Children: What Does That Really Mean?

RC Families

“I really want to be present with my kids,” one mom told me recently and while I applaud her desire, I started thinking about what it actually means to be present. We say that a lot these days and yet have we actually taken the time to figure out what it really means? I like.

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Esports Evolution: A Brief History of eSports and Competitive Gaming

The Sporting

A Short History of Competitive Video Gaming and the Evolution of Esports The gaming industry we see in 2023 is vastly different from even 10 years ago. From arcades to home video games, to the giant business it is today, gaming has gone from an entertaining hobby to an entertainment universe of its own making. Video games have become the biggest worldwide medium of entertainment, and one thing that helped make video games so popular is their competitive nature, and with competitive gaming comes

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Safe Practice 2024 – Have your say…

Association for Physical Education

17/07/2023 The Association for Physical Education is commencing the authoring of the Safe Practice in PESSPA 2024 edition. In preparation for the updates and adjustments to this valuable resource, afPE […] The post Safe Practice 2024 – Have your say… appeared first on Association for Physical Education - Association For Physical Education | P.E.

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Building Resilience with NCAA Gymnast Sydney Ewing

Complete Performance

Do you want to develop unwavering mental strength and bounce back from setbacks in your gymnastics journey? Are you seeking a solution to build resilience and overcome challenges with confidence? Look no further! Today, Coach Rebecca is delighted to introduce Sydney Ewing, an expert in… The post Building Resilience with NCAA Gymnast Sydney Ewing appeared first on Complete Performance Coaching.

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Running Together: How Sports Partners Keep You Running

PE Scholar

How recreational runners benefit from running with others to maintain a consistent training regimen over time.

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The Need for Speed: The Best Fast Bowlers of All Time

The Sporting

The Greatest Fast Bowlers in Cricket History Is there any more exhilarating sight on a cricket field than a fast bowler steaming in at full pelt? Whether you are a batsman or a bowler, you will agree that one of the most exciting things about cricket is fast bowling. It is something enjoyable and adrenaline-pumping part of the game, which keeps the interest of the spectators alive.

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I'm podcasting for real now. I need your feedback.

The Everlearner

In this week's post, James asks for your feedback on his new PE podcasts. It's time to cast your vote and share your thoughts.

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Recent Randomized Controlled Trial Investigated Potential Link Between Selenium, CoQ10, and Cardiovascular Health

Designs for Health

Clinical research has linked cardiovascular health with antioxidative status, cellular health, and a healthy inflammatory response. Certain micronutrients, such as selenium and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), have been shown to help promote antioxidative status and cellular health. Research indicates they may also help maintain cardiovascular health. Selenium is a trace mineral that has been shown to support antioxidative status and many aspects of cardiovascular health.

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Gymnastics Resource Pack

PE Scholar

We have worked with Cat Daly to produce a fantastic resource pack full of ideas for delivery of curriculum gymnastics.

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Quick Hands: The 5 Fastest Boxers of All Time

The Sporting

The Fastest Boxers in the History of the Sweet Science To the layman, boxing may seem like a bloody sport with two fighters just throwing hands. But once you look at the sport a little closer, you realise that it requires a lot of skill, power, precision and speed. In fact, speed may be one of the most important aspects of the game. Boxers can dish out more punishment in the ring when they’re quick enough, and they can also protect themselves.

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Uniting through a fitness app: The dawn of a new era

My Zone

It’s no longer ‘us and them’ in fitness, health, and wellbeing. It’s more than that. We’re better than that. We work together, with communal goals through shared experiences. We rise together and we move together. We leave our ego at the door.

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Chamomile to Support Healthy Sleep and Normal Mood

Designs for Health

Chamomile ( Matricaria chamomilla L.) has been described in ancient medical writings and was regarded as a significant medicinal herb in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The word "chamomile" derives from the Greek words Chemos and Melos , meaning "ground apple," owing to its apple-like fragrance. Today, chamomile is used to support various aspects of health due to its demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.