The PE Specialist

MAY 16, 2022

What’s up Phys Ed Fam! In honor of your hard work and dedication to prepare an amazing Field Day for your school I was inspired to write this poem. I hope it gives you a laugh, a smile, lifts your spirit or at least gives you that little spark of motivation you need to make […].

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The PE Specialist

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

What’s up Phys Ed Fam? With this post I want to cover one of the most common questions I hear teachers discussing which is… How do you handle grades in Elementary PE Class? Well, it can definitely get super complicated, but I have a pretty simple system that I use to keep my sanity and […]

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Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 27, 2025

We have included resources and activities for both physical educators and classroom teachers, organized through the activity calendars included below. We have included resource calendars for grades K-2 and 3-5 that can help guide teachers through the month of February.

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Gopher Sport

DECEMBER 13, 2023

When selecting scooters for your Phys Ed class, several crucial factors should be considered to enhance safety, durability, and engagement with your students! Many teachers favor the inline skating wheels because they are safe on gym floors and provide very fast and fluid ride indoors and out.

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Physical Education Ideas

JUNE 15, 2019

Kids exercise when they have phys ed class at school, during recess, at dance class or soccer practice, while riding bikes, or when playing tag. As a parent or teacher, our job sometimes is to provide the setting and equipment so that children can be physically active. cross the monkey bars ( strength ). Let them wrestle.

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TinCan Physed

MAY 27, 2020

We have seen the rise of distance learning, the loss of teacher-focused pedagogy and the birth of innovative 21st-century pedagogy, the creation YouTube PE/Fitness sensations like Joe Wick , and the realization that many people believe that Physical Education classes could simply be replaced by YouTube videos, charts, and apps.

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TinCan Physed

MAY 27, 2020

We have seen the rise of distance learning, the loss of teacher-focused pedagogy and the birth of innovative 21st-century pedagogy, the creation YouTube PE/Fitness sensations like Joe Wick , and the realization that many people believe that Physical Education classes could simply be replaced by YouTube videos, charts, and apps.

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Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 11, 2022

These activities provide an opportunity for teachers to integrate rhythmic movement in a fun and engaging way. Teacher Evaluation. Teacher Self-Evaluation/Reflection Guide: [PDF, WORD]. YouTube Crew: Ben Pirillo, Brian Devore, Eileen Tirado, LaDonda Porter, Nichole Wilder, Tom Gelardi, Victor Spadaro. Bounce: [PDF, WORD].

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Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 1, 2024

This collection of instant activities serves to help teachers get students moving quickly, while also providing meaningful learning tasks designed to work toward grade-level outcomes. Each activity in this collection focuses on one middle school and one high school standard and one strand of outcomes.

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Unfortunately, many wrongly assume that a pe teacher just “rolls out the ball” for a typical PE class. And while these are still great opportunities to check out new ideas for PE, the rise of social media has created a new avenue for physical education teachers. Physical education should do the same!

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Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Teacher Evaluation. Teacher Self-Evaluation and Reflection Guide: [PDF, WORD]. Accepting Feedback (K) Acknowledges responsibility for behavior when prompted; (1) Responds appropriately to general feedback from the teacher; (2) Accepts specific corrective feedback from the teacher. Self-Assessment Worksheet: [PDF, WORD].

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Open Phys Ed

MARCH 21, 2023

Grade 7) Provides corrective feedback to a peer, using teacher-generated guidelines, and incorporating appropriate tone, and other communication skills. Grade 7) Provides corrective feedback to a peer, using teacher-generated guidelines, and incorporating appropriate tone, and other communication skills.

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TinCan Physed

JUNE 16, 2021

For Health and Physical Education, it really emphasised how “teacher-centric” our profession can be. If it wasn’t for students having Health and PE classes with their teachers, there would not have been much movement and activity in a students day, and that was before the pandemic.

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TinCan Physed

JUNE 16, 2021

For Health and Physical Education, it really emphasised how “teacher-centric” our profession can be. If it wasn’t for students having Health and PE classes with their teachers, there would not have been much movement and activity in a students day, and that was before the pandemic.

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Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

Combines movement concepts (direction, levels, force, time) with skills as directed by the teacher (3); Applies the movement concepts of speed, endurance and pacing for running (4a). Register for FREE today to access all of the modules. Outcome [E3.3-5c]. Analyzes movement situations and applies movement concepts (e.g.,

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Open Phys Ed

MAY 8, 2023

Module Documents Complete Module Packet: [PDF, WORD] Module Overview: [PDF, WORD] Required Materials: [PDF, WORD] All Module Activities: [PDF, WORD] Sample Lesson Plan: [PDF, WORD] Academic Language Cards: [PDF, WORD] Volapalooza Station Cards: [PDF, WORD] Volleyball Tabata Routine Cards: [PDF, WORD] Volleyball Skill Cue Charts: [PDF, WORD] Universal (..)

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Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

This instructional module borrows teacher-tested learning activities from the Rising New York Road Runners’ PLAYBuilder and adds OPEN’s twist on outcomes-based instructional resources. The set-up and management for this module is intentionally consistent and allows teachers to run all activities with a single management format.

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Gopher Sport

MAY 18, 2023

They can provide personalized learning experiences and assist teachers with grading and feedback. And translation models like Google Translate are already enabling real time communication without the need for a human translator. AI language models also have amazing potential for education.

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Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 13, 2023

Teacher Self-Reflection [PDF, WORD]. Materials List [PDF, WORD]. Activity Plans [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Cards [PDF, WORD]. Adventure Learning Core Values Card [PDF, WORD]. Universal Design [PDF, WORD]. Assessments. Holistic Rubric [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Quiz [PDF, WORD]. Individual Activities Click activity title to view PDF.

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Academics Physical Education Physical Activity Assessment 105

Open Phys Ed

APRIL 19, 2024

2) Recognizes the role of rules and etiquette in teacher-designed physical activities. (3) Etiquette (K) Recognizes the established protocol for class activities. (1) 1) Exhibits the established protocols for class activities without reminders. (2) 3) Recognizes the role of rules and etiquette in physical activity with peers. (4)

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Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This collection of instant activities serves to help teachers get students moving quickly, while also providing meaningful learning tasks with academic integration. Physical educators know and understand the need to get students active and engaged as soon as they enter the PE classroom.

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Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

All participants are given the opportunity to explore the movement concepts in a fun and engaging environment where everyone can feel successful.

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Open Phys Ed

MAY 28, 2024

Register for FREE today to access all of the modules. SIGN UP HERE OPEN Priority Outcomes: Etiquette: Demonstrates knowledge of rules and etiquette by self-officiating modified physical activities or games.

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Middle School Schooling Academics Dance 85

Fit and Fun Play

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Teachers and therapists often use the term “Brain Breaks” as a tool to engage children. Unfortunately, the concept of giving a child a “break” often results in the child “checking out” mentally along with the paraeducator and even the teacher!

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Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Teachers have told us that no matter what grade level they teach, they love looking through all three modules for quick and fun activities that reenforce fitness concepts while also providing health-enhancing physical activity that can build student fitness.

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Fit and Fun Play

DECEMBER 12, 2023

– Written By Dr. Timothy Davis – As we head into winter, I often see teachers dreading the long cold days when children may have minimal opportunities to play outside. However, creative minds can keep a classroom fresh and lively simply by transforming the classroom space with a theme.

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Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 20, 2023

This allows students to build connections with their classmates that can extend beyond physical education.

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Middle School Schooling Dance Academics 89

Fit and Fun Play

JANUARY 8, 2024

Especially for Physical Education teachers whose class sizes (on a national average) exceed 40 students per class! – Written By Dr. Timothy Davis – Going back to school after the holiday break can feel daunting.

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Fit and Fun Play

APRIL 27, 2023

Teachers know that keeping students healthy is vital to improving their academic and physical achievement. Teacher’s also report record numbers of school aged children requiring additional mental health services. So, what can teachers do?

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Open Phys Ed

JULY 28, 2021

Webinar Series (Teacher Mental Health). Webinar Series (Teacher Mental Health). Webinar Series (Teacher Mental Health). Elementary (K-5) Start The Year Here. The Fun Routine (K-2). Team Fitness Adventure (3-5). Develop Social & Emotional Competencies. Varsity Brands Empowerment Journals. Locomotor & Manipulatives.

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Schooling Middle School Physical Education Fitness 58

Fit and Fun Play

APRIL 28, 2023

Teachers are often quick to address the obvious conflicts, however what happens on subtle level may often be left unchecked However, for many children recess is a time wrought with fears of social engagements and anxiety of being ridiculed on the playground.

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Fit and Fun Play

JUNE 19, 2023

You and your fellow teachers/staff have read the research, blogs and discussions and understand the need for a sensory pathway or sensory room in your school …. We really want a sensory pathway and room – BUT, how can we get funding? BUT you have been told by your administrator “Great idea but sorry we have no funding this year."

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i-phys-ed

AUGUST 20, 2018

This man has had a massive impact not only on the students who were lucky enough to have him as their teacher, but indirectly tens of thousands of children and youth who’s teachers were lucky enough to meet … Artie Kamiya | The Godfather of #PhysEd Read More ».

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Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

peer to peer, student to teacher). 4) Listens respectfully to corrective feedback from others (adults and peers). (5) 5) Gives corrective feedback respectfully to peers. (4) Exhibits responsible behavior in independent group situations. (5) 5) Engages in physical activity with responsible interpersonal behavior (e.g.,

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Open Phys Ed

MAY 22, 2023

peer to peer, student to teacher). 4) Listens respectfully to corrective feedback from others (adults and peers). (5) 5) Gives corrective feedback respectfully to peers. (4) Exhibits responsible behavior in independent group situations. (5) 5) Engages in physical activity with responsible interpersonal behavior (e.g.,

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Open Phys Ed

MARCH 20, 2022

Teacher Evaluation. Teacher Self-Evaluation/Reflection Guide: [PDF, WORD]. 7) Provides corrective feedback to a peer, using teacher-generated guidelines, and incorporating appropriate tone, and other communication skills. (8) 8) Provides encouragement and feedback to peers without prompting from the teacher.

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Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

This allows physical education teachers the opportunity to address the physical and emotional well-being of students by developing and reinforcing healthy and responsible behaviors. This module includes activities that are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills to be healthy and active for a lifetime.

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