Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A Journey of Passion and Dedication Allison’s path to international education is as impressive as it is inspiring. Growing up as an active sports enthusiast, she took her passion to the next level by earning a Physical and Health Education Degree and completing Teacher’s College in Canada.

PE

SHAPE America

JULY 31, 2025

Connecting Favorite Movement Experiences After reading an article by health educator Andy Milne about an assignment which asks students to share their favorite movement experiences, I was hooked. Once they’ve built a foundation of skills, hand over some of the creativity. And it’s a beautiful thing to witness.

PE

PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

Sample Lesson From PLT4M Walk Fit The PLT4M Walk Fit program was developed with support from veteran PE teacher Christi Meyer. With decades of experience, Christi helped shape a curriculum that brings structure, creativity, and educational value to every class. Each lesson in Walk Fit blends movement and learning.

Fitness

SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

Because I still want my students to get outside for fresh air and some natural vitamin D, I’ve gotten creative with one of my favorite units, which focuses on a standards-based approach with teaching opportunities in social and emotional learning. This is one of the students’ favorite PE activities every year!

Elementary

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Christi breaks down where to start when it comes to consider funding physical education programs in public schools. These initial steps can help set school districts on the path for fully funding physical education and health education in schools. ” Slide from Funding Your PE Program webinar.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

DECEMBER 12, 2023

When we teach students about death in health education, we can help them understand life, empathy, and resilience. Here are five tips on how to teach students about death in the health education classroom (or any classroom). We also help them become more comfortable talking about other uncomfortable topics.

Health Education