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Wellness Warriors: Stepping up for Our School Staff

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For that reason, I check out every new article, blog and podcast that comes out about staff wellness. Staff wellness is not something we can talk about only at our monthly staff meetings, but something that we must cultivate and support daily to create a healthy environment that will trickle down to our students.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Creating a Cozy Nest for Wellness in Your School Health Office

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What if we, as the caregivers of health and well-being in our school, borrowed this idea to purposefully craft environments that promote physical and emotional wellness? Reflect on what’s currently working well in your health nest. What’s in Your Health Nest? (An What would you like to add or remove?

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The Relentless School Nurse: A New Era in School Nursing, the 2025 Version

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Im exhausted by strength. I dont want to be patted on the back for how well I take a hit. Beneath the facade of strength lies an undeniable truth: we, too, need ease, support, and softness. While we may outwardly appear to bounce back, the cumulative effect of these challenges erodes our well-being. I want ease.

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Daily Physical Education as an Academic and Behavioral Intervention

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During that year, I had a well-meaning principal who told our staff, “If it’s not related to math or reading, it’s potentially on the chopping block.” If biking doesn’t work at your school, here are some other activity ideas: Running Hiking Strength Training Cross-Country Skiing The timing piece is critical.

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In Season Strength Training

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Let’s take a look at in season strength training and break down the why, what, and how! At the same time, the absence of resistance training will always equal substantial losses of strength and power. Let’s take a quick look at exactly why consistent strength training during the season puts your team in the best position to win.

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5 Tips for Moving Your Career Forward as a Health and Physical Education Teacher

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As the clock ticks toward graduation, those innocent, every-once-in-a-while thoughts gain strength. A well-crafted resume and cover letter can be extremely influential in landing the “perfect” job. Solicit letters of recommendation from others who know you well and can speak truthfully about the alignment of your personal.

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5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

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Include Strengthening Exercises in Your Classes and Practices Increase the connection between confidence and competence and lifetime physical activity by providing opportunities for youth of all ages to increase their strength. Use a variety of methods such as bands, kettlebells, suspension trainers, dumbbells, assistance, and bodyweight.