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Creating an Effective Health and Wellness Club at School

SHAPE America

As a physical education teacher at Hebron High School in Carrollton, TX, I developed a Health and Wellness Club for our ninth-grade campus as an initiative to reduce obesity and related comorbidities that are associated with sedentary lifestyles and a lack of physical activity. The results were promising: 63.2% learned about the U.S.

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Fueling the Fire: 5 Ways to Start the School Year Strong in Elementary Physical Education

SHAPE America

Redesign and Organize A well-organized gym isn’t just about tidy equipment; it sets the tone for structure and intentional teaching. This gives kids purpose and makes assessment easier. “I Set Up a Self-Assessment Corner Use visuals like red-yellow-green cones, posters or simple checkboxes where students can reflect after a lesson.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Prepared Without Panic – Maryland’s Active Shooter Drill Evolution

Relentless School Nurse

They recognize that true safety encompasses both physical and emotional well-being. Maryland is setting a powerful precedent with these trauma-informed, research-backed practices. I hope that other states will follow suit, creating a nationwide shift towards emergency preparedness that protects our students’ bodies and minds.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Alcohol Consumption & the Cancer Connection

Relentless School Nurse

By adhering to well-established scientific criteria, the advisory provides a robust foundation for its conclusions. Risk Assessment The advisory emphasizes that cancer risk increases with higher levels of alcohol consumption. For individuals, this information is essential for recognizing the potential consequences of alcohol use.

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Embracing Mental Health: The Transformative Power of Art Therapy

Stanford Childrens

At Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford , the art therapy program plays a pivotal role in promoting mental health and well-being for young patients. It was time away from rounds, assessments, meds, and procedures. They are trained to assess body language and visual communication, transcending verbal barriers.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Beyond the Ballot: Talking to Kids About Loss and Uncertainty After an Election

Relentless School Nurse

No one knows kids as well as they do; they are the best people to shepherd children through such a confusing time. Among the topics are: self-assessment, compassion for self and others, grieving the loss of patients & colleagues and witnessing trauma in the work place.

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Competency-Based Approaches to Graduation: What MA Can Learn from its New England Neighbors

Rennie Center

According to the definition of CBE put forward by the Aurora Institute, CBE also includes elements such as offering students different pathways and varied pacing, and making assessment a meaningful, positive, and empowering learning experience for students.