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How I Received Grants for My Physical Education Classes

SHAPE America

As an elementary physical education teacher in the Bronx, NY, I’m always looking for ways to stretch my PE budget and introduce my students to new physical activities. Here are some examples of the types of grants I’ve received, along with my advice on how you might find similar grants for your physical education classes.

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Run for Fun (Grades K-2)

Open Phys Ed

The activities in this module are designed to teach students how to move safely around a track (running loop) while exploring different locomotor movements and having imaginative fun with their classmates. Concepts introduced include physical activity in and out of school, basic nutrition education, safety and locomotor movements.

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Physical Education Professional Development

PLT4M

While PLT4M is utilized in schools by teachers and students, PLT4M Classroom is an excellent opportunity for any physical education teacher to brush up on different topics like fitness, weightlifting, yoga, nutrition, and more. Enroll Now [1 HR PD] Sign up for the 1 hour on demand Teaching Foundational Movements course.

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The Schoolyard Podcast S2, Ep2: The Power of Play

School Yard

Kathy and Jennifer highlight how structured recess and physical activities foster healthy habits and enrich social interactions. Our expert guests share creative examples of play activities, emphasizing the benefits of peer teaching and inclusion.

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ISBE PE Standards & Curriculum Alignment

PLT4M

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. ” Here, technology in physical education plays an important role in self-assessment.

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What is Physical Literacy?

PLT4M

Over ten years ago, researchers first set out to answer the question, “What is physical literacy?” ” “Physical literacy is the ability to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person.”

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Movement Breaks For The Classroom – 15 Free Activities

PLT4M

Movement breaks, or brain breaks, are opportunities for students during the school day to get up out of their seats and move. In this article, we explore the benefits of movement activities and provide 15 different free movement breaks for the classroom. First, movement breaks promote increased focus and attention span.