SHAPE America

AUGUST 2, 2023

If you often find yourself wondering or asking in an online community what you should do in PE this week or next week or how to start, then you picked the right article to read. I am a National Board Certified elementary physical education teacher with more than 13 years of experience. Let me tell you a little bit about me.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

At PLT4M, we are firm believers in the importance of participation in PE for all students. Participation in PE classes can support physical, mental, and emotional health among students now and into their adult lives. However, not all PE programs are created equal. Ready to WOW your Admins?

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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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Arizona Health and Physical Education

OCTOBER 24, 2023

At this time, we are only surveying teachers in Arizona elementary schools (or schools that serve children in grades K-6 including K-8 and K-12). Stay tuned for another survey opportunity for secondary teachers this spring. The link below will take you to the online survey, which will take about 20 minutes to complete.

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SHAPE America

JUNE 2, 2022

My PE teacher took enough personal interest in me to introduce me to the girls basketball coach, telling him that I should go out for the team. Amanda Amtmanis Amanda Amtmanis is a physical education teacher at Macdonough Elementary School and Spencer Elementary School in Middletown, CT. service-learning program.

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PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

Effective PE sub plans are essential to ensure that students continue to engage in meaningful physical activity no matter who is leading the class. Well-thought-out PE sub plans not only help maintain the flow of the class but also ensure that students stay active, motivated, and safe, even in the PE teachers absence.

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Gopher Sport

MAY 18, 2023

Harrison Elementary PE teacher and health. 25% of those funds raised went to her school’s PTO and another 25% went towards her PE program in the form of a Gopher gift card. We’re excited to share her secrets to success in the Q&A below: Q: Describe the conversation with your administration about health.

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PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. From here, teachers can create stations where students can spread out into smaller groups and practice different types of exercises. Teachers can set the goal times based on the group they are working with!

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

By dedicating physical education (PE) and physical activity (PA) as one of the ten components of the Whole School Model, a new emphasis on physical health opens the door to how we look at PE and PA in schools. As a result, students will have better physical health, mental health, and improved academic performance.

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Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

Check out our titles in our Health Education , Physical Education , and Adapted Physical Education collections. This includes Dynamic Physical Education for Elementary School Children-19th Edition by Aaron Beighle and Dynamic Physical Education for Secondary School Students-9th Edition by Heather Irwin. . . . .

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S&S

APRIL 1, 2024

Submitted by Lindsay Karp,Physical Education & Health teacher at Bret Harte Elementary in Cherry Hill, NJ.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

MAY 9, 2023

May 2023 Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Educators! Elementary Physical Education Workshop in Pomona, California Get out of the heat and head to Pomona, CA for the Elementary Physical Education Workshop, July 16th – 20th, with virtual sessions on Saturday July 15th. Believe me, I get it. Below is just a sample.

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Unfortunately, many wrongly assume that a pe teacher just “rolls out the ball” for a typical PE class. But anyone who has observed or taken part in a quality physical education program knows that the subject of PE is one of the best opportunities for students’ physical health development.

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Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2022

One of the most frustrating things that happen on a way too frequent basis is students who don't go to PE because they are held back by a classroom teacher. The student being held back is almost always from upper elementary or middle school. As PE teachers, what are we supposed to do?

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PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2023

The CDC recommends 60 minutes of activity because of the well-documented benefits of physical activity on physical health and mental health. Therefore, whether students are in elementary school, middle school, or high school, they need regular “moderate-to-vigorous physical activity.”

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Elementary PE Teacher

DECEMBER 27, 2018

As an elementary physical education teacher, you notice the excitement more than most; it seems no amount of running, jumping, and playing can rid your students of their energy. Here are seven ways elementary PE teachers can use winter break to prepare for spring semester. Take time for yourself.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Physical education teacher resources are anything that can help support the physical education class. Challenges Finding Physical Education Teacher Resources Physical education teacher resources have been disjointed and spread across the internet for many years. Ones made for PE specifically!

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Roxeanne Bush, a middle school PE teacher in Illinois, describes the need for variety and choice , “Students at this level crave choice and different options. As teachers, we need to help foster that with various activities, units, and opportunities throughout the year. These 15 ready to go lessons can help! .

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Mindful PE

MAY 14, 2020

I have been an elementary classroom teacher for the last fifteen years, mainly in third grade. A few years back, after my divorce, I began the long journey back to myself-- for my young daughter's health and my own. I knew that I had let my health slip with the stress of moving classes and that I needed a change in my life.

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Gopher Sport

APRIL 10, 2024

This technology not only promises to transform physical education but also addresses the urgent need to counteract the physical inactivity crisis that threatens the nation’s health and well-being. Teaching Physical Education for 17 years in the Topeka Metropolitan area has been a labor of love and a highlight of my life. A $489 Value!)

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S&S

AUGUST 18, 2023

By infusing physical activity with fun … Read More The post Health and Fitness Games for PE or Camp appeared first on S&S Blog. In a world where screens dominate entertainment, it’s crucial to find innovative and engaging ways to keep kids moving and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

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Heartzones

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

“I think Heart Zones is a very impactful tool that teachers can utilize to create a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) classroom…” ~ Brian Nassif, PE Teacher at Albert Einstein Academies What was your first experience with Physical Education technology?

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PLT4M

JULY 19, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. pedometers) related to health-related fitness may not necessarily increase intrinsic motivation (Haslem et al., Find a Time.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

But as schools search for ways to support students’ mental health, academic performance, and overall healthy lifestyles, physical education can play a crucial role in student success. Many PE teachers have transformed PE classes with a fitness education model, tapping into the 5 components of physical fitness.

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

Kids need daily physical activity levels, whether we are talking about elementary school children or young adult high school students. Physical education teachers are on the frontlines of providing a comprehensive plan for physical fitness in school. But we need to have PE teachers backs! Find a Time.

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Heartzones

AUGUST 17, 2021

Use Your ESSER Funding for Health and Physical Education to Promote Social, Emotional, and Physical Learning. Funding is readily available for your school physical and health education program. Read several previous articles that share how to access money from the first two rounds for school PE and health. 2] [link]. [3]

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. Canton High School Wellness, Health & PE National Spotlight 16 Jun 2022 Read more.

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Elementary PE Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Getting kids excited about fitness is essentialfor the overall health of our younger generation. It’s up to teachers to have confidence in students who maybe don’t believe in themselves. The great thing about elementary students is that it takes a very minimal reward to motivate them to action. of adolescents) in the U.S.

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SHAPE America

DECEMBER 12, 2023

When we teach students about death in health education, we can help them understand life, empathy, and resilience. Here are five tips on how to teach students about death in the health education classroom (or any classroom). Preschool) PBS Kids — When a Pet Dies (Elementary School) PBS Kids Go!

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Imagine trying to design a PE program that engages over 1,800 students, ages 3-18, from more than 60 nationalities, all while adapting to different skill levels, cultural backgrounds, and languages! A Comprehensive PE Program Megan shared an overview of the current PE program at NIST. The school runs on a 10-day schedule.

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PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

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. In addition, we offer ideas and insights for physical education teachers looking to enhance a quality program at their schools.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

As health and physical educators, we have a unique opportunity to counter these narratives and empower girls in physical education classes and school clubs that support girls participation in physical activity. As HPE teachers, we must address this gap by creating environments where all students feel capable and empowered.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Elementary physical education curriculum plays a vital role in developing students physical literacy, motor skills, and overall well-being. In this blog, we break down the key components of effective PE curriculum planning and execution. Another challenge is managing the wide range of grade levels within an elementary school.

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