SHAPE America

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As American society and schools experience growing diversity and interconnectedness, our responsibilities as teachers must embrace pedagogical approaches that nurture and celebrate diversity, inclusion, and empathy. In this way, there is shared responsibility in addressing inequities and other systemic barriers.

Physical Education

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.

Middle School

Open Phys Ed

MAY 28, 2024

Created by: LaDonda Porter, Shannon Maly, Stephanie Dickson, Dan Tennessen, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions by: Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart, Eliza Kuhn Introducing middle school students to golf brings with it opportunities for both physical and mental growth.

Middle School

Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

The post Flag Football (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. Working with Others: Accepts differences among classmates in physical development, maturation, and varying skill levels by providing encouragement and positive feedback.

Middle School

Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The post Team Invasion (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. Demonstrates the importance of social interaction by helping and encouraging others, avoiding trash talk, and providing support to classmates.

Middle School

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Exercise and academics are often seen as two completely separate things in education. But the relationship between physical activity and academic performance could not be more intertwined. Therefore, schools must embrace the connection between physical activity and academic performance for students to reach their highest potential.

Academics

Alexandra Lemm

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

For elementary school teachers, intervention might be something that is done weekly and can be handled with your eyes closed. However, with middle school and high school teachers, station groups with a teacher table are not necessarily common. Make good judgment calls as a teacher, it´s your class!

Teacher

Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

CATHERINE BOREK Scott’s wife, Catherine Borek, has been a public high school teacher in Compton, California, for over a quarter century. Catherine was also just voted one of five “Teachers of the Year” for the State of California for 2023. But the pandemic was her first time teaching remotely. ROBERT KENNEDY JR.

Schooling

Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The post Jump Rope (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. Grade 8) Responds appropriately to participants’ ethical and unethical behavior during physical activity by using rules and guidelines for resolving conflicts.

Middle School

Open Phys Ed

MARCH 20, 2022

OPEN and Rising New York Road Runners have joined forces to bring you The Adventure Mile for Middle School. The Adventure Mile for Middle School is the perfect lead-up module to Fitness Running for High School – also brought to you by OPEN and Rising New York Road Runners. Academic Language Cards: [PDF, WORD].

Middle School

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. The post Health & Wellness (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum.

Middle School

Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Module Documents Complete Module Packet: Module Overview: Materials List: All Module Activities: Academic Language Cards: Jump Rope Skill Cards: Jump Rope Selection Poster: Universal Design for Learning: Teacher Self-Reflection Guide: Activity Plans Jump Zone: Jolly Jumpers: Skip Squad: Jumping for Joy: Jump Jams: Rhythm & Ropes: Double the Fun: (..)

Middle School

Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

Jump Rope YouTube Playlist Courtesy and thanks to Kids Heart Challenge and North Attleboro Middle School. 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). Outcome [E3.3-5c].

Motor Skills

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

” The old school term “gym class” usually elicits images of rolling out the balls and playing dodgeball. Physical education teachers have long tried to leave the term and memories of “gym class” behind them and spotlight their quality physical education programs. appeared first on PLT4M.

Physical Education

Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2022

One of the most frustrating things that happen on a way too frequent basis is students who don't go to PE because they are held back by a classroom teacher. The student being held back is almost always from upper elementary or middle school. If a student was misbehaving in class and not listening to the teacher, they missed PE.

PE

Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 13, 2023

Academic Language Cards [PDF, WORD]. Teacher Self-Reflection [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Quiz [PDF, WORD]. Module Overview [PDF, WORD]. Materials List [PDF, WORD]. Activity Plans [PDF, WORD]. Adventure Learning Core Values Card [PDF, WORD]. Universal Design [PDF, WORD]. Assessments. Holistic Rubric [PDF, WORD].

Academics

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This article will explore 10 SEL activities for high school students. 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. What Are SEL Activities For High School?

High School

PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Unfortunately, many wrongly assume that a pe teacher just “rolls out the ball” for a typical PE class. ” (CDC Healthy Schools – Physical Education & Physical Activity) Therefore, physical education lesson plans are essential to developing a sequential curriculum. Physical education should do the same!

PE

Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

This module is written for intermediate grade levels and can also be used at the middle school level. Academic Language Cards [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Quiz [PDF, WORD]. Teacher Self-Reflection [PDF, WORD]. Activity Plans [PDF, WORD]. Sample First Lesson [PDF, WORD]. Challenge Scorecards [PDF, WORD].

Middle School

Montessori Physical Education

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Bringing a ball from home base to the teacher will result in receiving two balls. The first time my middle school students played this game, I didn’t explain that this game was serving as a metaphor for sustainability and conservation. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates.

PE

Gopher Sport

JULY 15, 2024

The structure of this lesson, and all STEM Sports lessons, provide flexibility in implementation, allowing teachers to adjust the amount of time spent on each sport or STEM component based on the specific needs of their classroom/school. This means teachers can focus more on the teaching, and less on the preparation!

Sports

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

A fitness curriculum can help teachers to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to stay fit and active. ” Jessica Shawley, a PE teacher at Lewiston High School, succinctly highlights the unique challenge physical education programs face.

Physical Education

Shape PA

APRIL 14, 2022

Nick taught elementary and middle school health and physical education from 2005 to 2016 in the Midd-West School District where he also served as the Curriculum Coordinator of Health and Physical Education. Nick led the standards committee on revising the Pennsylvania Academic Health, Safety, and Physical Education standards.

Physical Education

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.

Physical Education

Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 14, 2023

Created by: Nichole Wilder Special Contributions by: Eliza Kuhn, Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart This module is intended to assist teachers with classroom management and build excitement for your physical education program. These activities can be used in the beginning of the school year, or anytime you welcome students back after holidays or breaks.

Physical Education

FACTS Management

MAY 13, 2022

This increase in SEL in schools is critical, as strengthening social and emotional skills is crucial for academic success. Schools also serve as “first responders” in terms of student mental health issues, explains NPR. Now that students are back in school, they’re being forced to catch up in unusual circumstances.

Health

Magnus Health

OCTOBER 21, 2024

For teachers and school staff, outline the proper protocol for responding to a symptomatic student in class or on campus. Cleanliness: remind students, faculty, and staff about proper handwashing techniques to help eliminate the spread of illness at school.

Immune system

Better Coaching

OCTOBER 13, 2024

It’s important for coaches and parents to maintain perspective: while winning is certainly nice, the ultimate goal is to prepare these athletes for what’s to come in middle school, high school, and beyond. However, the foundation of a successful high school sports program is laid long before athletes step onto a varsity field.

High School

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

For example, a sole teacher might have hopes to transition to a fitness-focused curriculum but struggle to get other department members on board and invested. Or a group of teachers might have a plan for new programs but fail to get academic administrators to buy in. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

As a teacher in the San Francisco Unified school district, one of the districts featured in this study, I’ve been able to see firsthand how effective these strategies can be. I know that bringing programs like this to schools is hard work and sometimes encounters resistance. Image Source.

Health

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

The landscape of physical education has evolved significantly over the last decade and it is critical that PE teachers adapt accordingly. The purpose of this article is to assist PE teachers in exploring standards-based curriculum design that emphasizes a student-centered learning environment.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

In this article, we set out to provide actionable steps to ensure school districts’ physical education classes serve students’ needs and improve health and wellness. In addition, we offer ideas and insights for physical education teachers looking to enhance a quality program at their schools.

Physical Education