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How Professional Associations Have Made Me a Better Health and Physical Education Teacher and Leader

SHAPE America

Four years of college had gone by faster than I could blink my eyes and then I was back in high school — now responsible for the education of students who were only four to seven years younger than me. I was eager to learn from the best and brightest in the field of health and physical education.

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New FDA Resource Helps Teachers Educate Students About the Dangers of Vaping

SHAPE America

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. One important concern is the threat that vaping nicotine poses to middle and high school students. Vaping puts youth at risk for serious and lasting health consequences.

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Fun Winter Activities for Elementary PE

SHAPE America

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. Heather teaches physical and health education for grades K-12 and is an adjunct instructor for the College in High School program through Minnesota State.

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From Parachutes to Swimming Pools: How PE Thrives at GEMS Dubai American Academy

Gopher Sport

With over 30 years of teaching experience spanning Canada, Singapore, Jakarta, and Dubai, Allison has crafted a Physical Education (PE) program that not only caters to her students’ physical needs but also nurtures a lifelong passion for fitness and health.

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Live Well Foundations of High School Health Bundle

Human Kinetics

The Human Kinetics text, Live Well Foundations of High School Health , is adapted from Live Well: Comprehensive High School Health by veteran health educators Karen E. This title is available for purchase by K-12 school systems by contacting your Human Kinetics K-12 Sales Representative.

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Live Well Foundations of High School Health Teacher Collection

Human Kinetics

Live Well Foundations of High School Health is adapted from Live Well: Comprehensive High School Health by veteran health educators Karen E. This title is available for purchase by K-12 school systems by contacting your Human Kinetics K-12 Sales Representative. McConnell, Terri D.

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How To Improve Mental Health In Schools

PLT4M

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. Suicidal Ideation : Among high school students, 18.8% attempted suicide.

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