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2023 State Convention Featured Speaker, Lauren J. Lieberman

Arizona Health and Physical Education

She is a Research Fellow with the International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity. In 2017 she won a Points of Light Award for her work with Camp Abilities from the US Government. She won the Joy of Effort Award from SHAPE America in 2021 and the Julian Stein Lifetime Achievement Award from SHAPE America in 2023.

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Physical Education Waiver Form – The Opt Out Era of PE

PLT4M

” As a result, students do not have to fulfill the standard physical education graduation requirements and can take other classes or credits instead. As a result, the belief is that students do not need more physical activity via physical education classes.

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

PLT4M

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. In this article Alex X. About The Author : Alex X. In simple words, they become better at their lessons and learning.

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

PLT4M

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.” Piekarz-Porter, et al.

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How to Celebrate Black History Month in Health and Physical Education

SHAPE America

It’s important to have age-appropriate discussions with your students about how culture can affect health behaviors such as eating choices, physical activity, and even when to see a doctor. What kinds of facilities are available to be physically active? What types of restaurants are available?

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How to Celebrate Black History Month in Health and Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

It’s important to have age-appropriate discussions with your students about how culture can affect health behaviors such as eating choices, physical activity, and even when to see a doctor. What kinds of facilities are available to be physically active? What types of restaurants are available?