SHAPE America

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In 2023, I presented a session at the SHAPE America National Convention & Expo in Seattle with Jessica Adkins, the 2022 SHAPE America Western District High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year. When we teach students about death in health education, we can help them understand life, empathy, and resilience.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Nilo was a preK-8 PE teacher and coach before going to higher education. Such experience has assisted his teaching, research, service, and advocacy efforts to support and improve the HPE profession. He has a Ph.D. in kinesiology (sport pedagogy) and an M.S. degree in health and physical education.

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SHAPE America

AUGUST 27, 2024

Whether it’s taking note of a friend’s concerning behavior or discussing the importance of mental health in the classroom, preparedness is a critical component of protecting the health of those in your school community.

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SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

Because I still want my students to get outside for fresh air and some natural vitamin D, I’ve gotten creative with one of my favorite units, which focuses on a standards-based approach with teaching opportunities in social and emotional learning. One of the best outdoor activities I have found to teach these skills is sledding down a hill.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The percentage of high school students who attend physical education on one or more school days drops dramatically each year of high school: Grade 9: 71.1% Instead, PE should be a regular part of the curriculum at every grade level , starting in elementary school and continuing through high school.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Elementary students get the majority of their movement during the school day in physical education (PE) and recess. It is estimated that kids get about 5,000-6,000 steps during school on non-PE days and 7,000-8,000 steps on PE days. Middle and high school students take even fewer steps during a typical school day.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 5, 2022

I subbed in my children’s Catholic elementary school several times. I worked as a substitute school nurse for three years in various public and non-public preschools to High Schools in South Jersey. One school nurse at a school that I frequently worked in said to me on several occasions, “you should go get your cert”.

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Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

I have written articles on teaching bowling, conducted webinars on best practices, and presented in-person workshops at major conferences. I have had the privilege of leading workshops at the **NYSAHPERD Conference**, where I guided PE teachers in implementing bowling units effectively.

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SHAPE America

AUGUST 12, 2024

As the principal of a preK-12 school in remote Eastern Oregon, one of the lessons I’ve learned is this: A school staff that is cared for is a staff that will be ready to take on any obstacle that comes their way. We all know that stress in the education field is at an all-time high.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 22, 2024

Do you know of an outstanding High School Physical Education Teacher? A “teacher” is an individual whose primary teaching responsibility is in Health, Physical Education or Dance. Additional requirements include: Holds a current certification as a teacher. NOMINATION FORM »

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

High school is an essential time for students to develop their social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. From group activities to individual reflection, a variety of SEL activities can be used in the high school classroom. This article will explore 10 SEL activities for high school students.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

We explore some of the top physical education electives and how physical education teachers and programs across the country are encouraging lifetime fitness through a physical education electives model. >>> Now, the school has 8 to 10 course sections per year.

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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. And with that, the demand for yoga in high school is also on the rise. Download Now!

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Open Phys Ed

MAY 8, 2023

The post Volleyball (High School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. Social Interaction: (Grades 9-12) Identifies and evaluates the opportunity for social interaction and social support in self-selected physical activities.

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 5, 2023

A tribute to an amazing high school art teacher and her social justice-minded students who wanted to express their feelings about the impact of gun violence on them and their school communities. Meet high school art teacher, Lisa Wallenburg!

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SHAPE America

MARCH 24, 2022

The teacher watches, supervises and offers students feedback, reflecting on the effectiveness of their lesson plan in real time. While some maintain that standards can be too prescriptive and restrict teaching, we believe they provide a stable support structure. We’ll get the next one,” says the receiver. That is the “structure.”.

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SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

Every May, we celebrate physical educators and coaches — the “champions” who help kids gain the confidence, competence, and motivation to be physically active in school, before and after school, and for the rest of their lives. An example of this is to run, then add kicking a ball, or skip and then lunge.

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Alexandra Lemm

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

At our last district professional development, I had the honor of presenting one of my very favorite teaching topics, stations with intervention ! For elementary school teachers, intervention might be something that is done weekly and can be handled with your eyes closed. Make good judgment calls as a teacher, it´s your class!

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Physical Education Update

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

This often applies for those physical educators who teach academic subjects. A great example is Marilyn Rodgers of Hernando High school in Desoto Mississipi, an experienced physical educator whose teaching skills were considered too valuable to be wasted on “gym.” Dick Moss, Editor, PE Update.com.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The K-sixth physical education teacher at Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is devoted to making sure students exercise their bodies along with their brains. Her devotion paid off when she earned an honorable mention at the Arizona Educational Foundation’s 2025 Teacher of the Year Awards in October.

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SHAPE America

JUNE 8, 2022

I started high school in 1973 — just one year after Title IX went into effect. Our coach would run drills and teach us the rules, and we would play friendly games among ourselves. When I was in high school, the boys teams always had much better uniforms. However, looking back now it is very clear. The Uniforms.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

And teachers have expressed mounting frustrations because student cell phone use has invaded and interrupted the classroom and school day. high school teachers say cellphone distraction is a major problem in the classroom” – The Pew Research Center As a result, school leaders have said enough is enough.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 26, 2023

Nurses never really retire, especially school nurses. I know that Kathy will continue her leadership and advocacy, focusing on teaching in the Rutgers-Camden School Nurse Specialty Program and volunteering at the state level as an NJSSNA board member. Congratulations to you, friend, so proud to know you!

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

JANUARY 11, 2023

If you are a certified physical education teacher, chances are you were required to take one 3-credit class in working with students with disabilities in your physical education classes. So what does ‘qualified’ mean in terms of teaching adapted physical education? Well, that is just part of the story.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

At the high school level, the weight room is a classroom. Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. A physical education teacher works with a student in a high school strength and conditioning class.

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What's New in Adapted Physical Education

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

In this episode, we interview Nicole McCoy (@ ), an APE teacher in Lancaster, Pennsylvania about how she has transformed her teaching by integrating innovative assistive technologies. For example, she details how a student using a head switch can serve a volleyball inspired both peers and teachers.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 8, 2023

Weight room rules for high school students and athletes can create a set of clear expectations and guidelines. In addition, high school weight room rules help create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone to succeed in fitness and strength training. Below are 14 different weight room rules for high schools.

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PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Elementary physical education teachers have a lot to cover! Challenges Finding Elementary PE Lesson Plans For elementary PE teachers, finding the right lesson plans can feel like navigating a disjointed maze of resources. Some focus heavily on teaching individual skillslike dribbling or jumpingbut lack engaging, fun activity ideas.

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PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2023

In this article, we will discuss the benefits of strength and conditioning software for high schools and how to choose the right software for your needs. At the heart of any good strength and conditioning software is a streamlined management tool that can make life easier for coaches, teachers, and personal trainers.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 15, 2024

1 to 1 devices in schools offer teachers and students a modern, tech-enhanced approach to student learning. The Rise Of 1 To 1 Devices In Schools Over the years, many school districts pushed to introduce one-to-one programs within schools, especially middle and high schools.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Jessica is a physical education teacher at Lewiston High School in Lewiston, Idaho teaching. She is the 2012 SHAPE National Middle School. Teacher of the Year and has served SHAPE America in several capacities over the years on curriculum. Jessica’s teacher-leadership includes grant writing, curriculum.

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PLT4M

MARCH 15, 2023

What is the right workout app for high school strength and conditioning? We break down the 5 keys for a high school strength and conditioning app. In addition, we highlight schools across the country using a strength and conditioning app for PE and athletics.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

If you are a health and physical education teacher who would like to celebrate Black History Month in your classes, take a look at the five ideas below. Reese Ryzewski, SHAPE America’s 2020 Midwest District High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year, used the story of Jesse Owens to discuss discrimination in athletics.

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PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

When a physical education teacher can’t be in class, whether due to illness, professional development, or personal matters, the show must go on. 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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PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

We unpack these 6 standards and how physical education teachers can utilize PLT4M to align to the Illinois learning standards. 6 ISBE Pe Standards There are 6 ISBE PE standards for physical education teachers to consider. There is a lot to cover in a short amount of time during a semester or school year.

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Stanford Childrens

MARCH 25, 2024

K-12 hospital school gives kids a chance for normalcy and connections to other kids during long recoveries At most schools, the two students would never have met. One boy was a teenager in high school, the other a child in early elementary school. We had one teacher and there was camaraderie.”

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Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Higher Education Teacher & Star Player. Star high school basketball player, Nicole Smith, differs in many ways. In 1987, she played on the undefeated Tucson, Arizona high school basketball team winning every game including the state championship. .” The Spotlight Shines On: Nicole Smith.

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