PLT4M

JULY 2, 2025

Skills-based health education is transforming how schools approach health instruction—shifting the focus from memorizing facts to developing real-life skills students can use to lead healthier lives. These standards serve as a strong foundation for health educators creating skills-based health education.

Health Education

Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 2, 2025

The consequences of these actions extend across critical areas such as education, healthcare, and nutrition, leaving millions of children at risk. Head Start programs also offer health services and nutritional support for families living below the poverty line. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Kennedy Jr.,

Schooling

Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Graphic credit: ACLU website In a move that has left the scientific and academic communities reeling, President Trump has issued executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This includes school-based mental health services and support for homeless students.

Government

Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 1, 2025

School nurses serve as educators, advocates, and crisis managers at the critical intersection of health and education. One of the most pressing issues is the growing mental health crisis among students. The proposed cuts in Medicaid funding may also have a destabilizing impact on school health services.

Wellness

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Wisconsin Health and Physical Education (WHPE), a SHAPE America state affiliate, has been “speaking out” for quality health and physical education in Wisconsin for more than two decades. Advocating for health and physical education is worth the effort! How can you help us in offering better nutrition for our lunch program?

Physical Education

Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 18, 2023

Identify common health concerns, emerging trends, and areas where additional support is required. Building a network of support will help you create a more holistic approach to student health. Promote preventative care and health education : Focus on promoting preventative care and health education within the school community.

Schooling

Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 9, 2023

From conducting health assessments and managing medications to providing first aid and emergency response, their contributions are instrumental in addressing the diverse health needs of students. School nurses hold a pivotal position in the school community, ensuring the physical and mental well-being of students.

Schooling

AASP

MAY 21, 2024

2012) identified eight broad categories of athlete-specific stressors: Sport injury, performance demands, coach-athlete relationship, training adaption and burnout, interpersonal relationships, family relationships, and academic requirements (e.g., Beacon Press</li> <li>IOC mental health in Elite Athletes Toolkit - Athlete365.

Wellness

Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Concepts introduced include physical activity in and out of school, basic nutrition education, safety and locomotor movements. Nutrition: (K) Recognizes that food provides energy for physical activities. (1) 1) Identifies foods that promote good health. (2) Register for FREE today to access all of the modules.

Nutrition

Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The pillars of good health are addressed through a variety of engaging and activity-based lessons. 8) Explains the connection between regular physical activity and overall physical, emotional, and mental health. Nutrition: (6) Identifies foods from each food group that can be combined to build balanced meals. (7)

Middle School

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

STATE GOAL 20: Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness based upon continual self-assessment. STATE GOAL 22: Understand principles of health promotion and the prevention and treatment of ​illness and injury. STATE GOAL 23: Understand human body systems and factors that influence growth and development.

PE

PLT4M

MAY 22, 2024

Health education is a critical component of a well-rounded educational program, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. But without good health, students’ ability to engage and excel is severely compromised.

Health Education

Stanford Childrens

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

With prematurity comes a host of possible immediate health complications, and babies may have long-term developmental challenges, too—especially if they are born extremely early. weeks’ gestation at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. It’s a month that means a lot to 24-year-old Juliana Pasqualucci.

Elementary School

Designs for Health

MARCH 9, 2023

Unfortunately, this alarming conclusion is very misleading, typical of media sensationalism and overzealous public relations departments at academic institutions attempting to create “buzz” for studies being published from their university. ᵃIndependent Research Consultant ᵇChief Medical Officer, Designs for Health, Inc.; Adv Dent Res.

Cardiovascular

PLT4M

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Sleep lesson plans can empower students with the knowledge and skills to tap into the power of sleep for overall health and wellness. In fact, students struggle with the quantity and quality of sleep that can promote better overall health. Incorporating sleep lesson plans into PE and health is also a natural fit.

Immune system

Magnus Health

JULY 12, 2024

And the benefits couldn’t be better — participation in sports can improve academic achievement and overall self-esteem, and athletes are more likely to engage in health-promoting behaviors than their non-athlete peers. Here’s how to ensure mental and physical health comes first during the season.

Wellness

Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 2, 2021

Team-building , routine-setting, and health-related fitness with fun and engaging activities designed to reinforce 3 simple classroom rules. Nutrition Trivia Time Card [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Cards [PDF, WORD]. Nutrition Education [ Link to Nutrition Resources ]. Closing Adventure Packet [PDF, WORD].

Fitness

PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

Rather than just looking at it as an opportunity for physical activity, they say, “It is an academic subject characterized by a planned, sequential K–12 curriculum (course of study) that is based on the national standards for physical education. And our students need this education now more than ever.

Physical Education

I Love to Watch You Play

APRIL 4, 2021

More than training modifications, coaching, nutrition, or conditioning, scientists have called it "the most potent performance-enhancing activity that we know of. The contents of these videos and podcasts are not to take the place of your health care provider. Always consult with your doctor first.) Time Stamps For Topics.

Nutrition

Rennie Center

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Research finds that child and family homelessness is associated with poor physical and mental health, including chronic conditions related to asthma, lead exposure, and nutritional deficits; increased school mobility; lower academic performance; higher rates of absenteeism and drop out; and hindered social and emotional development.

Nutrition

Rennie Center

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Research finds that child and family homelessness is associated with poor physical and mental health, including chronic conditions related to asthma, lead exposure, and nutritional deficits; increased school mobility; lower academic performance; higher rates of absenteeism and drop out; and hindered social and emotional development.

Nutrition

PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

Download Now – 24 Free Follow Along Fitness Workouts for Physical Education [Free PDF] Benefits of Movement Breaks For the Classroom Movement breaks for the classroom offer many benefits for students, and empower students academically and physically. First, movement breaks promote increased focus and attention span.

Movement

PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

But anyone who has observed or taken part in a quality physical education program knows that the subject of PE is one of the best opportunities for students’ physical health development. Students follow along to a physical education lesson plan on a tablet. Get Access Here. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E. Ready to Learn More? .

PE

PLT4M

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Healthy sleep habits can improve our mental, physical, and emotional health. And poor sleep quality and quantity can have negative consequences on teenagers mental, emotional, and physical health. Altogether, an insufficient night sleep can impact everything from academic performance , relationships, fighting off colds, and more.

Exercise

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

And these benefits serve both during physical education class and school time, but for students’ long-term health and wellness as they become adults. While we featured things that focused on physical fitness, we also have a very popular nutrition program, mindfulness program, and fitness literacy program.

Physical Education

Informed Practitioner in Sport

MAY 30, 2022

Aside from the lack of apparent benefit, another worrisome finding was that those who attended these elite sport schools also performed worse academically. Likewise, the staff in the training environment should help teach the performers how to look after themselves. A crucible to forge young performers and test their mettle.

Private Schools

PLT4M

MARCH 5, 2024

When & Where To Teach Social-Emotional Learning In Middle & High School The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) is the nation’s leading organization advancing the development of academic, social and emotional competence for all students. Lesson plans on emotions can help!

High School

PLT4M

MARCH 4, 2024

Health education is a vital component of a well-rounded curriculum, as it provides students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to maintain and improve their health, prevent disease, and reduce risky behaviors. What Are Health Education Lesson Plans? Finding quality health education lesson plans is a complex task!

Health Education

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

Not only is physical wellness on the decline, we are also seeing an increase in mental illness a, declining academic performance, and troublesome classroom behavior issues. Standard 3: The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

Physical education, as defined by Shape America , is just like any other subject in school, “Physical education is an academic subject and serves as the foundation of a CSPAP and, as such, demands the same education rigor as other core subjects. Long term health benefits depend on a continuation of the physical activity.

Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 18, 2023

What is health and wellness? We set out to answer the question “what is health and wellness?” What is Health and Wellness? The term health and wellness is used throughout society. The term health and wellness is used throughout society. But what is health and wellness?

Wellness

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

By teaching students the basics of exercise, nutrition, and healthy habits, they can develop the skills to make smart lifestyle choices that will benefit them for a lifetime. Importance of Fitness Education For Students Our country is at a health and wellness crossroads. Ads like this pop up all the time!

Fitness

Stanford Childrens

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Patty Sabey, MD , a pediatrician at Altos Pediatric Associates at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health , explains how these visits can set the stage for a healthy start to the academic year. Well visits are a proactive way to catch any potential health issues before they become actual problems.

Wellness

Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

A study of Northern California [SJ2] adolescents found that not all health habits got worse during the pandemic. Based on these results, we can predict negative health effects of the pandemic-related decline in physical activity for youth, and we address the mental health connection below. Pandemic benefits of physical activity.

Physical Activity

Magnus Health

MARCH 19, 2025

Nutrition is especially important for brains that are still growing and learning to ensure that kids and teens stay focused and alert. In honor of March being National Nutrition Month, we wanted to highlight the connection between the foods students eat and how that can affect their ability to perform well at school.

Nutrition

Stanford Childrens

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

He now leads the medical staff at the hospital and throughout the Stanford Medicine Childrens Health network. After two decades of leadership roles in academic pediatrics, when he sought his next challenge, Dr. Cohen said Stanford Medicine had several characteristics that made it a natural choice: What convinced me that I wanted to come?

Health