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Supporting Black Students in Physical Education

SHAPE America

In our recently published book Critical Race Studies in Physical Education , we decided to shed light on issues that could undermine the ability of Black youth to have positive physical education experiences. CRT is an approach to studying U.S. We Can Do Better. Two questions we have been consistently asked are, “Why write this book?”

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The Relentless School Nurse: That’s a Nice, Easy Job…

Relentless School Nurse

Over the many years of writing The Relentless School Nurse blog, I have made it a priority to share perspectives from colleagues across the country. First, when people found out I was studying to be a school nurse and later, working as one, I received some surprising feedback. I came across her post entitled, “School nursing?

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3 Things Schools Can Do to REALLY Improve Student Health

SHAPE America

As this new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health explains, schools across the country have seen significant results when they implement these three specific strategies in their schools: Providing quality health education, including sexual health education. Implementing systems to increase student access to health care. Image Source.

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O Captain! My Captain! Looking to the Leadership of School Principals in Supporting Active Schools

Active Schools Us

In this short blog post, I wish to extend the O Captain! Much of the research evidence to inform the implementation of innovative practices and programs designed to promote active schools derives from “ground up” perspectives that focus on understanding how to generate support from teachers. My Captain!

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Teaching Physical Literacy within Physical Education

Physical Education Ideas

In my last blog post I outlined what physical literacy is, it's benefits and briefly outlined what it can look like at a school level. Physical literacy involves holistic lifelong learning through movement and physical activity. Physical literacy involves holistic lifelong learning through movement and physical activity.

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Teaching Health & Physical Education - Everyday is the way

Physical Education Ideas

In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why teaching Health and Physical Education is crucial and how literacy is the foundational skill upon which all knowledge is built. Moreover, regular physical activity reduces the risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. character development 2. lessons.

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Student Voices Related to Moving While Learning

Moving Minds Blog

If you’re reading this, you probably value your students’ perspectives and you are interested in offering physical activity opportunities for them. The post Student Voices Related to Moving While Learning appeared first on Moving Minds Blog.