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5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

SHAPE America

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Show how these skills are developed across sport.

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Firstbeat Sports Attending American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA) Convention

First Beat

Firstbeat Sports is attending this year’s AHCA Convention from April 30 to May 3, 2024. The American Hockey Coaches Association was formed in 1947 in Boston, MA, by a handful of college coaches concerned about the game they loved. This year’s event will be held in Naples, Florida.

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My Title IX Story: The Personal Perspective of a Female Athlete and Coach

SHAPE America

I have always loved sports and participated in them my whole life. While the boys classes had a full array of sports and other activities, girls classes were mainly focused on exercise, marching, jumping rope, and being graded on the cleanliness and color of your sneakers and gym uniforms! So, I coached the team myself.

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How to ‘Spring’ Into Physical Activity During National PE & Sport Week

SHAPE America

National PE & Sport Week (May 1-7) is just about here. And with the celebration of healthy lifestyles, active minds and bodies, let’s reflect on the importance of physical education and sports. SHAPE America’s National PE & Sport Week allows us to showcase, promote, advocate, and show off our best ideas.

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My Title IX Story: Playing Sports Is What I Was Meant to Do

SHAPE America

I had loved sports from as early as I can remember. I collected newspaper clippings daily, as well as anything and everything related to the team. Now, mind you, I grew up in a world where only boys were allowed to play sports. My parents told me I couldn’t, and the coaches said I couldn’t, so I couldn’t. End of story.

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Unlocking excellence in education and sports: Introducing Aspire:ED's CIMSPA accredited CPD courses

Aspire-Ed

We aim to empower KS1 and KS2 teachers, professionals, coaches and trainees like you through some of the best CPD courses available. Our CPD courses are designed to cater to the diverse needs of all educators and coaches. Inclusivity and adaptability are at the core of our values at Aspire:ED.

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A Good Luck Message From A Caring Coach

Physical Education Update

As the scholastic sport season winds down, I’d like to post this message from a coach to his athletes. Circumstances beyond his control left Colin Ward, the head track coach at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School, unable to attend the city championships with his athletes – athletes with whom he’d been working for months.

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