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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. recommended guidelines for physical activity.

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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. While it isn’t a panacea, physical activity and exercise have been shown to positively influence ALL of these troubling trends.

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Physical Education Waiver Form – The Opt Out Era of PE

PLT4M

A growing number of school districts and states allow exemptions from physical education. First, we break down the physical education waiver form and how schools and states use it. Next, we explore the rise in popularity, concerns around student opt-outs, and what it all means to the subject of physical education.

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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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Middle School Health Curriculum

PLT4M

In this article, we unpack the key elements of a middle school health curriculum, showcase sample lesson plans, and provide insights on how health can be woven into a more extensive comprehensive health and physical education program. The Nutrition Education Example Let’s take a look at nutrition from a health literacy lens.

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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. 2) Identifies physical activities that contribute to fitness.

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How To Improve Mental Health In Schools

PLT4M

Let’s make the case for investing in physical education and health. Yes, it can exist in school assemblies, advisory periods, and other areas, but physical education is a perfect solution for building a comprehensive school mental health system for every student.

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