SHAPE America

OCTOBER 17, 2022

As educators, you know that National Health Education Week is a good time to focus on issues that affect the health of our nation’s youth. The Vaping Prevention and Education Resource Center was created with the students’ health and teachers’ specific needs in mind. Vaping Nicotine Harms Youth.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Health Literacy Is an Everyday Issue Health Literacy Month is an opportune time to consider the role you play in helping and educating people, especially youth, on making healthy choices. Health literacy also applies to understanding the harms of tobacco use. Much of this material is also available in Spanish.

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SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

October is Health Literacy Month. SHAPE America defines health literacy as, “…the ability to access, understand, appraise, apply and advocate for health information and services in order to maintain or enhance one’s own health and the health of others.”

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 4, 2025

Vivek Murthy, MD A Surgeon General’s Advisory is a powerful and authoritative public health communication tool designed to address urgent health issues facing the American people. This lack of awareness presents a barrier to effective public health interventions and underscores the importance of the Surgeon Generals advisory.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 2, 2025

The inspiration for integrating music into school health offices came to life during a conversation with Eileen Gavin, President of the New Jersey State School Nurses Association. The Benefits of Music in School Health Offices Music has a remarkable ability to calm nerves and create a soothing atmosphere.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 8, 2025

Or do we choose a different pathone of joy, health, and fulfillment, where we turn toward each other instead of away from each other; where we choose love over fear; where we recognize community as the irreplaceable foundation for our well-being? Engage with students, staff, and faculty beyond the health office.

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SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Gaining National Recognition status for your physical education teacher education (PETE) and/or health education teacher education (HETE) program begins with accreditation, which is a review of the quality of your educator preparation program(s). CAEP: The Path to National Recognition.

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SHAPE America

APRIL 20, 2023

And with the celebration of healthy lifestyles, active minds and bodies, let’s reflect on the importance of physical education and sports. It is time to explore what our surroundings have to offer, while maintaining our physical health. Reach out to your local school’s physical education teacher for more information and opportunities.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 3, 2024

The recipient of the joint gift is the School-Based Health Alliance , the national voice for school-based healthcare. What an outstanding opportunity for this organization to create a training center for school-based health center expansion.

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SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

As a physical educator in northern Minnesota, I have to be prepared for long winters with lots of snow! During and after the pandemic, it became even more apparent how important getting fresh air was for my students’ physical and, more important, emotional health.

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Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 23, 2023

However, the landscape of school-based healthcare is evolving, and the concept of school-based health centers (SBHCs) is gaining recognition and support. School nurses bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in school health, and their unique perspective on the specific needs of students is invaluable.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The K-sixth physical education teacher at Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is devoted to making sure students exercise their bodies along with their brains. Her devotion paid off when she earned an honorable mention at the Arizona Educational Foundation’s 2025 Teacher of the Year Awards in October.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

This school nursing experience, more than any other, brought together my diverse experiences in clinical care, health education, and wellness, allowing me to see my work’s direct impact on the lives of students and the broader school community.

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PLT4M

MAY 22, 2024

Health education is a critical component of a well-rounded educational program, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. But without good health, students’ ability to engage and excel is severely compromised.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 8, 2023

National School Nurse Day was established to foster a better understanding of the role of school nurses in the educational setting. School nurses are responsible for providing a wide range of health services, including health screenings, medication administration, emergency care, health education, and disease prevention.

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Human Kinetics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

By Kevin Vazquez del Castillo, Esport Talent Canarias Coordinator, and Seth Jenny, PhD SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY In the presentation below, Kevin Vazquez del Castillo and Human Kinetics author Seth Jenny discuss the goals of Active Digital Living, physical activity and sports transformation, benefits of digital solutions, and actions for PE and health (..)

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Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

In the world of international education, there are those who simply teach, and then there are educators like Allison Deakin, Head of Department for Elementary PE and Swimming, JV & Varsity Badminton Coach, and former Activities Coordinator at GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA).

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Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 18, 2023

Identify common health concerns, emerging trends, and areas where additional support is required. Building a network of support will help you create a more holistic approach to student health. Promote preventative care and health education : Focus on promoting preventative care and health education within the school community.

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PLT4M

JUNE 12, 2024

Health issues and challenges evolve, and so should curriculum. Middle school health curriculum is critically important because it targets students at a pivotal age when they are developing habits and attitudes that will influence their future health. Consider this model a win-win!

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 25, 2024

.” About the NASN President’s Endowment Challenge: This initiative aims to raise funds to support research on school nursing’s influence on health and education outcomes. The focus is on identifying quality systems-level school health services interventions that can truly make a difference in the lives of students.

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 19, 2023

As passionate health advocates for our students, it is crucial that we also prioritize our own well-being and professional growth. By nurturing these relationships, you create a network of support that recognizes and appreciates the vital role you play in student health and well-being. Remember this is not boasting, this is educating!

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

MARCH 24, 2025

As March rolls in, the spirit of celebration is in the air, and what better way to join the festivity than by recognizing the incredible contributions of our amazing physical education (PE) teachers, health teachers and administrators? Lets shower our deserving PE teachers with the recognition they deserve!

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Physical Education Ideas

MAY 2, 2023

In a world where technology and innovation dominate, the importance of Health and Physical Education is often overlooked. 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. The answer is simple.

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PLT4M

MAY 23, 2024

The number of adolescents reporting poor mental health is increasing. As our young people grapple with mental health issues, schools play a vital role in supporting student mental health with resources, services, and opportunities. Student mental health issues are on the rise! Behavioral Problems : About 7.4%

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 28, 2023

More than 40% of US children and adolescents have at least one of the following chronic health conditions… The healthcare needs of children with chronic illness can be complex and continuous, involving daily management and addressing potential emergencies.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

I have been thinking about how to break through the log jam of misunderstanding about school nursing practice and suggest we use this year’s School Nurse Day 2024 – May 8th to EDUCATE and CELEBRATE who we are and what we do! What will you do from your health office to share the importance of your role?

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Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

In the presentation below, Human Kinetics authors Sarah Benes and Holly Alperin discuss skills-based health education, the skill development model, and increasing student self-efficacy. . . . . Check out our titles in our Health Education , Physical Education , and Adapted Physical Education Collections.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 9, 2023

From conducting health assessments and managing medications to providing first aid and emergency response, their contributions are instrumental in addressing the diverse health needs of students. School nurses hold a pivotal position in the school community, ensuring the physical and mental well-being of students.

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Active Schools Us

AUGUST 3, 2022

CDC aims to gain a better understanding of the pandemic’s impact on student health and to leverage evidence-based strategies to reduce that impact. The CovEx study focused on child well-being, including physical health, mental health, and emotional health, as well as stress and anxiety indicators.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

AUGUST 7, 2023

This coming November 1-3, in Phoenix, my professional organization, Arizona Health and Physical Education, will be hosting its annual State Convention & Expo.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

MAY 26, 2022

You could say Sabrina Plattner, MEd , has health and wellness in her DNA. Plattner, a senior health educator in the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health , grew up in Tucson, the daughter of Heather and David Alberts, MD. Read more…………………

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Christi Meyer is a long-time advocate for quality physical education programs. Check out her actionable steps to funding physical education programs. Challenges Of Funding Physical Education Programs School districts have a lot of different school programs they need to consider funding.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 21, 2025

Nominate them today and let their excellence shine!

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Slow Chat PE

JUNE 2, 2023

We have witnessed the pendulum swing towards a more just and inclusive health and physical education field. Notably, we observe positive shifts in areas such as elementary school fitness testing, the reconsideration of dodgeball, and the adoption of skills-based health education.

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SHAPE America

MAY 31, 2022

In the fall of 1971 — less than a year before Title IX was passed — I was hired to head the Department of Physical Education at Kansas State University (K-State). The 1971 yearbook notes that women’s intercollegiate teams were “coached by members of the women’s Physical Education Department and sponsored by the Intramural Department.

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Physical Education Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

It’s the typical argument of the ill-informed…the same type of people responsible for declaring physical education to be a frill subject. Physical education and the provision of facilities that encourage physical activity are anything but frills. tags]physical education,inactivity costs,sports facilities,tax savings [/tags].

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 23, 2024

National PE & Sport Week is a celebration of the importance of physical education and health education, in addition to kicking off National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Health and physical education is a critical component of a well-rounded education. Click Here) for more information.

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