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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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5 Simple Ways Principals Can Prioritize Health and Wellness This School Year

SHAPE America

As a principal, I certainly do as well. And, despite clear research demonstrating the positive impacts of health and wellness on academic achievement , schools may be tempted to put critically important physical activity programs on the back burner. Add wellness events onto the school calendar and honor them. Don’t do it!

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The Relentless School Nurse: Thank you NASN & the 64 Organizations of the Medicaid in Schools Coalition!

Relentless School Nurse

By ensuring access to necessary healthcare, Medicaid helps students attend school regularly and perform better academically. Their commitment to advocating for the health and well-being of students is notable. Deepest appreciation to NASN for signing onto this important letter.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Read the “Role of School Nurses in the Health and Education of Children”

Relentless School Nurse

Published on January 23, 2025, our open-access article explores the critical role of school nurses in promoting student health and academic success. We emphasize that investing in school nursing is a strategic approach to improving children’s health, promoting equity, and enhancing overall well-being.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Silent Scars – Understanding the Hidden Impact of ICE Raids on Children

Relentless School Nurse

It explores the profound psychological, educational, and social challenges these young individuals face, often struggling with anxiety, PTSD, and academic setbacks that can shape their entire futures. Studies reveal lasting impactsPTSD, depression, and academic setbacks.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Understanding Protective Factors for Promoting Children’s Well-being

Relentless School Nurse

Photo credit: CDC Protective Factors Protective factors are individual or environmental characteristics that promote the health and emotional well-being of children and adolescents. Here are the 5 protective factors for schools and their significance in promoting children’s well-being.

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Healthy Kids, Brighter Futures: Why Wellness Belongs at the Heart of Education

PE for Parents

Every Kid Healthy Week Celebrate your efforts to improve kids’ health and well-being with an event that gets families and communities involved in the fun. But for that potential to flourish, children need more than textbooks and tests—they need environments that nurture their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.