PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Physical education doesn’t always garner the same level of attention as other academic subjects throughout the school day. But as schools search for ways to support students’ mental health, academic performance, and overall healthy lifestyles, physical education can play a crucial role in student success.

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Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

This module is written for intermediate grade levels and can also be used at the middle school level. This short module offers students fun team-based activities that will help them set a baseline performance and then actively engage to grow and improve. Activity Plans [PDF, WORD]. Sample First Lesson [PDF, WORD].

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Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 13, 2023

Activity Plans [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Cards [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Quiz [PDF, WORD]. Individual Activities Click activity title to view PDF. Grade 8) Demonstrates respect for self by asking for help and helping others in various physical activities. Module Overview [PDF, WORD].

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

But even as PE classes have evolved, the arguments against physical education in schools have persisted: “Physical education classes take up valuable school time that could be otherwise dedicated to math, science, or other core subjects.”

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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. Middle School PE Lesson Plans Middle school physical education presents its unique challenges and opportunities.

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Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 14, 2023

It includes activities that are focused on helping reinforce concepts such as cooperation, teamwork, and leadership within physical education classes. These activities can be used in the beginning of the school year, or anytime you welcome students back after holidays or breaks.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

But even with the endless options for physical education teachers to choose from, fitness curriculum is becoming a popular go-to for school districts across the country. Fitness curriculum focuses on building skills in physical activity options that students can do beyond the walls of schools.

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Open Phys Ed

DECEMBER 4, 2021

We’ve created 11 fun and engaging instant activities with social and emotional learning academic language posters focused on the CASEL SEL competencies. Academic Language Cards: [ PDF , WORD ]. Team Relay Activity Card: [ PDF , WORD ]. Here’s three activities in one complete [ PDF PACKET ]. Module Documents.

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PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

School districts across the United States go about creating quality physical education in different and unique ways. Not only is physical wellness on the decline, but we are also seeing an increase in mental illness, declining academic performance, and troublesome classroom behavior issues.

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Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2022

The student being held back is almost always from upper elementary or middle school. The pressures of academic achievement mean that things are sacrificed at the altar of grades. However, I can't help but think that this avoidance behavior could also be learned in school when we incentivize lousy behavior by missing classes.

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Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 3, 2021

Build on these simple rules to create a safe environment where students are empowered to explore physical activity and movement while building meaningful relationships with trusting adults and supportive peers. Activity Plans [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Cards [PDF, WORD]. Module Block Plan [PDF, WORD]. Interval Music.

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PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

Coincidentally, the same percentage of students do not attend weekly PE class, and less than a quarter of kids meet the CDC guidelines for 60 minutes of activity a day. 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.

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