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Daily Physical Education as an Academic and Behavioral Intervention

SHAPE America

In a school era focused on technology and standardized tests, might the key to some students’ success lie not in more academic work on a device, but in the opportunity to move their bodies outdoors? In this article, I share how daily outdoor physical education can be used as an academic and behavioral intervention.

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Movement Matters: 5 Ways Physical Activity Improves Student Behavior

SHAPE America

As the wellness manager for my school district, one of my job responsibilities includes implementing the Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP) in our schools — essentially, making the school day more active. Like most health and physical educators, I know that physical activity is integral to student success.

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High School Physical Education Curriculum

PLT4M

The high school physical education curriculum plays a critical role in shaping students’ long-term relationship with health and fitness. For many, high school physical education class marks the final formal experience with structured physical education before transitioning to an independent, active lifestyle beyond the walls of school.

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Snowman Championships (Grades K-5)

Open Phys Ed

This interactive event is designed for both the classroom and physical education. Each day, students will take part in engaging activities that encourage collaboration, kindness, and creativity, whether in the classroom or during physical education.

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From Parachutes to Swimming Pools: How PE Thrives at GEMS Dubai American Academy

Gopher Sport

In the world of international education, there are those who simply teach, and then there are educators like Allison Deakin, Head of Department for Elementary PE and Swimming, JV & Varsity Badminton Coach, and former Activities Coordinator at GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA).

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Active Schools – 2024 Highlights

Active Schools Us

They also published an open-access article in JOPERD titled Promoting an Active School: Tools, Resources, & Recognition, published in the Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance. As we look ahead to 2025, we are energized by the possibilities. Champions like you are vital to the Active Schools movement.

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Stop Hiding Behind the Whistle: Why PE Needs to Get in the Classroom Game

Montessori Physical Education

Now, before you come at me with pitchforks made of pool noodles, I acknowledge that physical education (PE) teachers face real, systemic challenges. Rarely is it seen as an academic discipline with rigorous learning outcomes. It implies that our work isn’t academic, intellectual, or essential to student success.

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