PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

So should physical education be required? Suppose the big-picture goal of education is to equip students with a robust set of skills and knowledge to live successful lives. In that case, a quality physical education program should be a staple of any comprehensive educational system.

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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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Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

In my last post here , I considered what it means to teach physical education for effective learning. In this blog, I connect back to an idea I have discussed before in relation to games based teaching here , that is making a physical education program meaningful. This is because physical education teachers are educators.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 18, 2023

(and some fun games to try with your students) April 2023 Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Education members! This month I’d like to offer everyone a set of games I’ve used in my unified physical education courses when everyone needs to just have a little fun! What’s the difference?

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

AUGUST 27, 2024

Jennifer Houston – Mesa Public Schools Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Educators and welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! We are starting off our adapted physical education (APE) blogs this year with some information about working with students with Autism. These ideas are not just mine.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

MARCH 20, 2023

Hello Arizona Health and Physical Education members! I’m sure most of you have heard of UDL by now and even if you haven’t, the information below might provide some insight on how we as physical educators can create a same, welcoming and successful learning environment for ALL our students. Can everyone sit together?

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Active Schools Us

MARCH 24, 2021

As a basketball fanatic and coach, I challenge all sports fans and caring community members to take a quick break from March Madness to advocate for one often overlooked part of our education system that is critical to the development of the student athletes who are wowing us during this year’s tournament: physical education.

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PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Elementary physical education teachers have a lot to cover! We have put together a free sample of elementary PE lesson plans that are sure to spark excitement with elementary students in physical education class.

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Active Schools Us

JANUARY 11, 2023

For example, with the rise of pickleball’s popularity in recent years, as the physical education teacher, perhaps you invite the teacher you are friendly with to come by the gym or your outside space to learn the game, interact with students in a positive manner, and to obtain the benefit of physical activity during the workday.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Physical education doesn’t always garner the same level of attention as other academic subjects throughout the school day. 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.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Thank you to SHAPE America for publishing a great article on How to Celebrate Black History Month in Health and Physical Education Materials courtesy of SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators, PO Box 225, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701, www.shapeamerica.org. All rights reserved.

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PLT4M

MARCH 18, 2025

However, there are plenty of fun variations and activities that can be introduced in PE to keep soccer exciting and engaging for elementary students. Physical education teachers can modify soccer games to work inside the gym or outdoors, allowing for flexibility depending on the space available. Get Free Sample Lessons!

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PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

” and how it relates to the world of physical education. In addition, we break down some of the key concepts of physical literacy and discuss PLT4M’s role in the pursuit of supporting students lifelong journey of health and wellness. International Physical Literacy Association. ” (Whitehead M.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

ESSER Funds are a great way to fund physical education programs in schools. We will also discuss the benefits of using ESSER to fund physical education programs in schools. The Elementary and Secondary Education Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds are a major component of the American Rescue Plan Act. Short answer: Yes.

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Learning Through Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Concept based learning and thematic curriculum for physical education have been suggested for reconceptualisation of PE curricula that is more educatively focused and strengths-based. Basketball as a concept might be the focus of one term of PE which is dedicated to the theme: education in movement.

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Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This approach, which Ive labeled More, Younger, insists that increased time on the field, in the gym, or on the court is the surest path to success, scholarships, and lifelong athletic achievement. This position makes schools the frontline for spotting red flags related to burnout, overuse injuries, or mental health concerns.

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Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Whether playing basketball on weekends in the gym or road hockey in the streets after supper, sports were a fundamental part of our upbringing. From as young as I can remember, I wanted to pursue a career in education, inspired by my mother. Specifically, I aspired to become a physical education teacher and coach.

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School Yard

MARCH 19, 2019

Teachers know, however, that activities reinforcing focus and mindfulness have been useful and beneficial for students for many years. Practicing self-awareness and emotional acceptance in physical education classes can be an important part of helping students to improve and maintain their health and well-being.

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PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. In this article, Sean explores motivational theories in physical education. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. PLT4M Classroom.

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Skillastics

MARCH 22, 2022

When iPads, iPhones, and the latest gadgets threaten to keep kids sedentary, how can physical activity win? And what can you do to not just encourage activity, but foster an environment where physical activity THRIVES? The pull of electronic devices seems to be stronger than any force on the planet.

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Skillastics

JULY 15, 2022

Of course as physical education leaders we know the benefits of physical activity. so they can encourage physical activity engagement early and often. Making room in the day for physical activity helps support children in their health efforts, and encourages them to strive to reach goals.

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Physical Education Ideas

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love and friendship than by incorporating some heartwarming games into your Physical Education program? Here is a brief description of the games: Heart Hunt Relay (Kindergarten to Grade 6): Description: Scatter heart-shaped cutouts around the gym.

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The Physical Educator

FEBRUARY 12, 2022

What makes Norway so successful at the Olympics and what can we – as physical educators – take away from their approach? Physical Education Takeaways. Reflect on the barriers that may exist in your physical education or school sport program and do the work to remove those barriers for students.

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Elementary PE Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Many students love physical education. Butthere are always a handful of students in every PE class who dread physical activity. Perhaps you have one (or many) of these unmotivated students, and you’re trying to find new ways to get them excited, engaged, and active. Get to Know Your Students Outside the Gym.

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Skillastics

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

The same line could easily represent the average day as a physical activity director! Some weeks might have adequately-staffed classes or groups perfectly aligned by age, and other weeks may have mixed age groups, or facing staffing shortages or staff with limited physical activity/fitness training.

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The Physical Educator

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The model promotes five cumulative levels of responsibility : Respect for the rights and feelings of others (Respect), Effort and cooperation (Effort), Self-direction (Self-Direction), Helping others and leadership (Helping Others), Transfer outside of the gym (Transfer). components). Thanks so much for reading and happy teaching!

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PE Scholar

MARCH 11, 2025

Written by Lee Sullivan Picture this: a school gym, teams picked, balls lined up, and the game promptly begins. The game caters to large numbers, takes

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PLT4M

AUGUST 18, 2022

Yoga for high school students opens the door to a lifetime of physical fitness and mental health benefits. At Canton High School, every student has the opportunity to explore and try out yoga during physical education class. Young people see yoga as a viable form of physical exercise but aren’t always sure where to start.

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The Physical Educator

MARCH 26, 2022

There’s no doubt that personal and social responsibility is a pillar of successful learning in physical education and the TPSR model is proven to help support the development of personally and socially responsible behaviours in a variety of settings (e.g. summer camps, after-school programs, and physical education).

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Physical Education Ideas

OCTOBER 20, 2024

If you’re a Physical Education teacher looking to add a little “boo!” to your lessons, incorporating Halloween-themed games is the perfect way to bring some ghoulish excitement while keeping students active and engaged. Halloween is a time for spooks, screams, and lots of candy.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 27, 2022

PE teachers can choose from endless PE activities without equipment. We share six examples of fitness-focused pe activities without equipment and provide a downloadable PDF of even more lessons for your physical education class. A physical education class participates in a no equipment workout.

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Heartzones

MARCH 8, 2022

is the most powerful community outreach strategy for changing the minds of our community members as to what physical education is all about. To create advocates for physical education. To educate students of different career lifestyles. How Much Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity is in a School Day?

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The Physical Educator

MARCH 3, 2022

Mac and I had just met, but we were quickly bonding over our love for physical education and – even more importantly – teaching kids. That being said, physical education can be especially intimidating since so much of the learning that occurs during our lessons is happening in public for everyone to see.

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PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2023

Virtual PE is becoming an increasingly popular way to provide physical education to students. Virtual PE is a great way to engage students in physical activity while teaching important physical education concepts. Students can develop these critical lifelong fitness skills through physical education classes.

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Skillastics

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The same line could easily represent the average day as a physical activity director! Some weeks might have adequately-staffed classes or groups perfectly aligned by age, and other weeks may have mixed age groups, or facing staffing shortages or staff with limited physical activity/fitness training.

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Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

What are we really trying to do with physical education classes? However, suppose we are looking at the goal of a physical education program over the whole span of the student’s tenure in school. A goal is the culmination of knowledge and habits we hope to instill for lifelong physical activity and health.

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Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Unfortunately, this means some classroom teachers view gym class as not having enough worth on its own to be something that would never be considered skippable. The students need physical activity, which PE provides. Blurring the lines between gym class and the classroom raises the importance of PE. How do we do that?

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