SHAPE America

MARCH 23, 2023

On February 15, 2023, more than 130 dedicated health and physical education professionals from 33 states attended SHAPE America’s SPEAK Out! At this annual event, members of the HPE community meet with representatives of Congress to advocate for continued support and robust funding for health and physical education. Your voice matters.

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SHAPE America

JUNE 4, 2024

When I started teaching, I had heard a little bit about the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (SCAHPERD), but at the time had no idea how this association would help me grow personally and professionally, transforming me into the educator I am today.

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SHAPE America

AUGUST 13, 2024

Mental health challenges among students are a growing concern and can significantly affect their daily lives. Findings from the Youth Risk Behavior Survey show that in 2021, more than 4 in 10 adolescents felt persistently sad or hopeless, and nearly 1 out of 3 adolescents experienced poor mental health.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

SHAPE America serves as the voice for 200,000+ health and physical education professionals across the United States, and the organization is committed to diverse leadership on its Board. degree in health and physical education. He has a Ph.D. in kinesiology (sport pedagogy) and an M.S.

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SHAPE America

JULY 27, 2023

And, despite clear research demonstrating the positive impacts of health and wellness on academic achievement , schools may be tempted to put critically important physical activity programs on the back burner. Our team began a journey of ensuring health and wellness is a primary part of our educational program and not an accessory to it.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Wisconsin Health and Physical Education (WHPE), a SHAPE America state affiliate, has been “speaking out” for quality health and physical education in Wisconsin for more than two decades. Advocating for health and physical education is worth the effort! Advocacy was at an all-time high that day thanks to “Dr.

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Magnus Health

DECEMBER 11, 2024

As we prepare for 2025, were anticipating a heightened emphasis on student well-being and mental health along with continued exploration of technological advancements in the health office. This blog will explore a few student health trends were predicting for 2025 and how they will shape the future of K-12 student health.

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SHAPE America

AUGUST 11, 2022

At one such lunch with Mary Henninger, professor in the PETE program at Illinois State University, we began jotting down notes on a napkin — strategies for launching a successful career as a health and physical education teacher. You’ll find a broad network of health and physical education professionals on Twitter. We share resources.

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SHAPE America

MARCH 16, 2023

Every single day, youth—like all people—make choices that affect their health, including the use of tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and other drugs. It is critical to support youth in making informed, health-promoting choices. You don’t need to be an expert in neuroscience or addiction to provide information and support your students.

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SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) identifies school health and physical education as part of a student’s well-rounded education, so administrators can use funding opportunities to expand their programs and improve the physical, mental and emotional health of their students.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Our mental health has been impacted during COVID, which is no surprise to any of us, but the data clearly supports our anecdotal experiences. It is beyond time to pay attention to our own mental health. NASN released the results of a national survey in March of 2022. The results of the survey are sobering, to say the least. .

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SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

A Different Type of PE Class This is my 13th year of teaching physical education, but I have also taught other subjects along the way, such as health, wellness and weightlifting.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 16, 2025

as Secretary of Health and Human Services in February 2025 has significantly altered the landscape of vaccine policy and public health messaging in the United States. This underscores the critical role that school nurses play in vaccine communication and public health efforts within educational settings. Kennedy Jr.

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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). We also help them become more comfortable talking about other uncomfortable topics.

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Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 8, 2023

In response, individuals are increasingly masking up to protect themselves from the visible particles that pose immediate health risks. It seems that more people are now embracing mask-wearing to shield themselves from these visible particles and the associated health risks. Skepticism can arise due to the lack of tangible evidence.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

I was invited by podcast hosts, psychiatrist Dr. Candida Fink, and educator Jo-Ann Berry to have a conversation about school health and safety. Mental Health Goes to School is a new podcast with an important mission, to bridge the gap in understanding the connection between home, school, and the mental health of our students.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 30, 2023

Thank you, Barbara Glickstein, MPH, MS, RN, FAAN for featuring school health updates and the work of school nurses. We’ve fostered a place where diverse, dynamic, front-line experts discuss the latest real-world effects of healthcare and health policy. HealthCetera provides evidence-based news, analysis and commentary.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Our insights can illuminate our unique challenges and impact on student health and well-being. Editor, Teresa Savage Every day, school nurses across the country step into their health offices knowing their impact will extend far beyond the walls of their schools. Our practice is unique, often misunderstood, and minimized.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 21, 2023

.” I listened to the circular conversation several times and could not help but feel that the disconnect between health and learning is the crux of the problem that stands, like a huge brick wall between school health services and educational services. You cannot have learning without health.

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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

MARCH 17, 2023

I always read emails from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) , a legacy philanthropic foundation dedicated to building a “Culture of Health” across the country. This week’s newsletter is celebrating Women’s History Month and features women who have spent their careers advancing health equity.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 29, 2024

We are praised for our ability to navigate emergencies, manage complex health needs, and act as anchors of calm in a storm of educational demands, student health crises, and systemic inequities. For school nurses, this would mean systemic changes that prioritize our well-being as much as the health of the students we serve.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 2, 2025

Today, I’m thrilled to share an initiative that aligns perfectly with these public health principles. It’s a public health crisis that demands our attention and action. Sample Scripts : Practical examples of how to initiate and navigate these sensitive conversations, from the bedside to the school health office.

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 23, 2023

The most recent Surgeon General’s Advisory report highlights the mental health impact of social media on children and adolescents. It draws attention to the association between excessive social media use and increased rates of anxiety, depression, loneliness, and other mental health issues among young people.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 18, 2024

During this storm, we must ground ourselves in the irrefutable successes of vaccination, recognize the enduring trust in vaccines among the majority, and leverage the influence of trusted messengers, including school nurses, to safeguard public health. 93% of kindergarteners in the U.S. are up to date on their childhood vaccines.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

– Nicholas Kristof Public health is dedicated to solving problems, including the most pressing challenge of gun violence prevention. It is now in the vernacular that gun violence prevention does belong in the public health arena. Taking on the public health crisis of gun violence is a collaborative effort.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

I shot up in bed with this searing thought in my mind; what if we are getting this explosion of student behavioral and mental health challenges all wrong? Reports have been linking the “mental health epidemic” to COVID disruptions , but what if that weren’t true.

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SHAPE America

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Meanwhile, DeShawn — the class captain for the week — leads the warm-up, and other students complete their daily mental health questionnaire displayed on the projector. It shows my students the bigger picture: locations, costs and customers who typically have access to these different health and wellness spaces.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Although I have retired from my career as a health and physical educator, I continue to advocate about the importance of physical literacy and physical activity. She is an active member and a past president of WHPE (Wisconsin Health and Physical Education) as well as a past president of SHAPE America Midwest District.

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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

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Student Mental Health Matters: A Toolkit for Educators i s a valuable resource for school nurses and educators, addressing the mental well-being of students. Here are some highlights of the toolkit: Expert Insights : Within this toolkit, mental health professionals, school administrators, and educators share their knowledge and experiences.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Contributing to the newly released book, Taking Action: 10 Top Priorities to Promote Health Equity and Well-Being in Nursing, has been an honor and professional highlight for me. My deepest appreciation goes to Dr. Susan Hassmiller for being a champion of school nursing and extending her generous hand to me in so many ways.

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Stanford Childrens

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

While that’s always the primary goal, a handful of forward-thinking hospitals have embraced a family-focused approach to care that also includes the parents’ mental health and well-being. She was immediately admitted to Dominican’s NICU, which is staffed by a Stanford Medicine Children’s Health care team.

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Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Finally, some positive news in emergency preparedness for schools: Maryland’s new active shooter drill guidelines , set to take effect in the 2025 school year, mark a significant shift towards prioritizing student mental health while maintaining effective emergency readiness.

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 12, 2023

I am grateful for the collaborative opportunities through Rutgers that have promoted the mission of gun violence prevention through a public health lens. I am committed to continuing my efforts in writing, speaking, learning, and actively participating in promoting a public health approach to gun violence prevention.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

How fortunate my Camden City School District (CCSD) is to have the investment and dedication of the Rutgers-Camden School of Nursing as a partner in health and learning! Schools of Nursing and local school district nurses are uniquely positioned to strategically support each other’s missions and visions.

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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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