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Creating an Effective Health and Wellness Club at School

SHAPE America

As a physical education teacher at Hebron High School in Carrollton, TX, I developed a Health and Wellness Club for our ninth-grade campus as an initiative to reduce obesity and related comorbidities that are associated with sedentary lifestyles and a lack of physical activity. We met every other week for 30 minutes during advisory time.

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Rethinking Early Morning Practices

Better Coaching

Balancing Scheduling, Nutrition, and Performance The tradition of early morning practice is deeply ingrained in sports culture, often seen as a symbol of discipline and commitment. However, as our understanding of nutrition, sleep, and athlete health has evolved, it’s worth reconsidering this practice. Find more on nutrition here.

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Wellness Warriors: Stepping up for Our School Staff

SHAPE America

We all know that stress in the education field is at an all-time high. on a rotating schedule to lead staff in 40 minutes of exercise. Lasa Baxter from Wilde Holistic Nutrition and Fitness leads staff through a strength training workout that doesn’t require equipment.

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The Relentless School Nurse: School’s Out For Summer (Almost) – Time to Renew for 2023-2024!

Relentless School Nurse

Promote preventative care and health education : Focus on promoting preventative care and health education within the school community. Develop health promotion campaigns, conduct workshops, and disseminate information on topics like nutrition, exercise, mental health, and hygiene.

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Middle School Health Curriculum

PLT4M

As a result, it is essential to provide an effective health education curriculum that supports middle school students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate our ever-changing world. Challenges Of Middle School Health Curriculum There has never been a sole curriculum or singular approach to health education within schools.

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Students Designing Personal Fitness Plans In PE

PLT4M

Physical education classes offer unique opportunities for students to explore fitness, health, and wellness. This approach aims to teach students the value of regular exercise and how to design routines that suit their individual needs and goals.

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Run for Fun (Grades K-2)

Open Phys Ed

Concepts introduced include physical activity in and out of school, basic nutrition education, safety and locomotor movements. They take a developmental approach to physical education that’s focused on a student’s age, needs, and ability. Nutrition: (K) Recognizes that food provides energy for physical activities. (1)