Sat.Dec 03, 2022 - Fri.Dec 09, 2022

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The Relentless School Nurse: Become a School Nurse? Never Say Never!

Relentless School Nurse

Sheila Taney wrote today’s guest blog post to share her journey to school nursing after a thirty-year nursing career. Why did she choose school nursing, after it had never been on her radar… or so she thought? Welcome to school nursing, Sheila, you are a valued colleague, and have already made an impact on your preschool students. . School nurse?

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True Character Shows Itself on the Softball Diamond

Physical Education Update

Sara Tucholsky, a 5’2″ part-time starter on the University of Western Oregon’s softball team, had never hit a home run in her entire career – not until she pounded one over the fence in a conference championship game against Central Washington University this year. However, Sara tore an ACL in her knee as she rounded first base. She collapsed onto the field, unable to complete the circuit she needed to make her homer official.

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SNOWMAN DOWN! / ELF SWITCH – 2 holiday games with similar setup

Keeping Kids in Motion

For this week’s GAME OF THE WEEK I’ve included two holiday games that have a very similar setup. Each year I play them back to back because they allow for a seamless transition. SNOWMAN DOWN! My students love this game! I’ve played this with.

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How to Set Family Boundaries During The Holidays

RC Families

Do you have family boundaries? Especially when it comes to the holidays? The Holidays are a time for family gatherings. But what if those get-togethers are not anticipated with joy? Do you dread them? Is your goal to just get through them without too much drama? Family gatherings always bring family drama, to even the. Read More.

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Reimagine the Role of PE to Reconnect With Your Students

Speaker: Jeremy Kellem, M.Ed. - Educational Strategist, Former Athlete, and CEO/Founder of W.I.N. (We Impact Now, LLC)

For many students, physical education is critical to becoming active and developing healthy routines. But how is this possible anymore with the repercussions of the pandemic? Years of COVID-19, social distancing, and virtual learning have all had a profound effect on students, which means educators need to adjust their classes accordingly. The good news is that P.E. can still play a vital role in helping students intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Nursing Colleagues, Time for Action – Join Forces & Save Lives!

Relentless School Nurse

This is another opportunity for the legions of nurses across this country to have our voices heard. We can work collaboratively with physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ask the Senate to vote on the Assault Weapons Ban Act before this current session ends in just a few weeks. We know that gun violence is a public health crisis. We have seen the devastation across our nursing specialties that the ravages of gun violence leave behind, the loss, the pain, and the trauma that goes thr

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Frequency of Physical Education Affects Adult Obesity Levels

Physical Education Update

( I don’t normally do this, but here’s an article directly from the pages of the PE Update.com website). “As public health officials wring their hands about the obesity epidemic, there’s a solution that is relatively low-cost, ready to implement and obvious to anyone involved in school health and physical education. Implement quality daily physical education in every school!

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The Top 5 Greatest England Managers of All Time

The Sporting

The best ever England Football Managers Manager of England’s national football team is widely considered one of the hardest jobs in the sport. 19 different men have taken charge of the Three Lions, all with varying degrees of success. This article celebrates the most successful gaffers to take on the poisoned chalice of England football manager. 5. Sven-Göran Eriksson (2001 - 2006) The first manager on this list is the Super Swede himself.

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January Printable Fitness Challenge Calendar

S&S

Our January 2023 Fitness Challenge Calendar is here! It’s a brand new year, and an important time to encourage kids to stay active and lead a healthy lifestyle. This calendar can easily be shared with students to complete in the … Read More. The post January Printable Fitness Challenge Calendar appeared first on S&S Blog.

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European Soccer Leagues Explained

Physical Education Update

If you are a European soccer fan, please forgive my ignorance. Last week, I watched the Champions Cup championships on television, and it inspired me to find out what it all means. I understand the World Cup. The best players compete for their country with national teams advancing through qualifying tournaments in order to play in the big show. But what about all the other leagues and championships that take place between the World Cup.

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Has anyone ever told you to drink more Water?

AKA Sports

This topic pops up frequently but most recently on a brief visit to Phoenix as I’m reminded how good we have it with plentiful water and resources in the Midwest. That and how I’m reminded how dry my house gets come Halloween-Easter. In the end, like everything, build your water routine and be grateful you live in the land of freshwater lakes & rivers.

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How Physical Education Plays a Core Role in Student Development

Speaker: Shane Pill PhD, MEd, BEd, LMACHPER, FACHPER - Physical Education and Sports Researcher, Professor, Consultant, and Speaker

Physical education is an important part of the development of the whole person: physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. By providing education in movement competency, education on using movement to develop the ability to be self-regulated and motivated, and education through movement to develop ‘habits of mind’ for positive and constructive engagement with others, PE provides a basis for personal and community health and wellbeing.

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Iron Mike Tyson : The Baddest Man on the Planet

The Sporting

‘Iron’ Mike Tyson: The Career of the Baddest Man on the Planet There is no shortage of killers on planet earth. Yet only one individual has the right to be called the “baddest man on the planet”. “Iron” Mike Tyson is that individual, and he certainly lived up to his moniker in the ring. “Iron” Mike Tyson - The Baddest man on the planet. Tyson is arguably the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time and was well known for his viciousness.

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In This Together: Holiday Edition

A Positive Approach To Teen Health

As winter sets in and the holiday season unfolds, family and friends may gather around a cozy fireplace drinking hot cocoa while sharing memories of the past times. Some may have already finished decorating all around as they tuck their last gifts under the Christmas tree. For others, the holidays bring meaning to lending a helping hand. Holiday cheer, peace, and blessings are surrounded everywhere you go oftentimes hidden with higher expectations, disappointments, and grief.

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Where Are All the Soapbox Cars?

Physical Education Update

My most memorable childhood playthings weren’t factory-made. When I think back, I had the most fun swordfighting with poplar saplings, sliding down snowy slopes on cardboard boxes and playing battleships with homemade graph paper. I‘ll never forget our day-long sod fights up in the woods—protecting forts hammered together from old crates and using ammunition made from clumps of grass with dried soil still attached—or the satisfying puff of dirt that signified a direct hit on an opponent’s clean

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Creating a Safe Sleep Environment for Your Baby

Stanford Childrens

Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert recommending that parents and caregivers not use infant head shaping pillows because they can create an unsafe sleep environment for infants, and may increase the risk of suffocation and death. According to the FDA, the pillows have not been proven to be a safe or effective for preventing or treating flat head syndrome, or positional plagiocephaly.

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14 Different types of massage and how they differ

The Sporting

14 Different Types Of Massage You’re looking for some muscular stress relief, and a massage is available. But which one? With so many different types, it might be a little tricky to figure out which one you need. We’re here to help! We look at 14 different types of massage techniques so you can choose what’s best for you! Massage: What type suits you best?

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Our 2022 Books of the Year: And the Winner is DO HARD THINGS by Steve Magness

Changing the Game Project

Every year for 10 years we have released our favorite books of the year, and this year we had an amazing assortment of books that crossed our path. We are. The post Our 2022 Books of the Year: And the Winner is DO HARD THINGS by Steve Magness appeared first on Changing the Game Project.

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Creating an Awesome Primary PE, School Sport and Physical Activity Offer CPD at Dorney Lake, Feb 2023

PE Scholar

Join us at Dorney Lake, Windsor on Mon 6th Feb 2023 to learn how to create an Awesome Primary PE, School Sport and Physical Activity Offer.

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Lunch and Learn with FITRADIO

Arizona Health and Physical Education

Hey AZHPE! This is just a reminder that we will be hosting a virtual Lunch & Learn Thursday, 12/8 at 11:30am with Aria from FITRADIO. If you are interested in learning more about how you might be able to use this music in your class or if you have any questions, come join us by using the link below. If you haven’t registered that is ok. Everyone is welcome to just pop on to check it out!

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Converse All-Star: A History

The Sporting

A History of The Converse All-Star Remember the fantastic Converse All-Stars in your wardrobe? Not just a set of trainers (or sneakers) right? Reading this now, you can probably afford a pair, and buy any colour you want. However, for many generations, the Converse All-Star was an aspirational product that crossed fashion divides. Whether you were a skater, sporty, emo or hipster, the All-Star was loved by all and at its peak, was the definition of cool.

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Memorable moments from The Active Primary Schools Conference 2022

Aspire-Ed

The Active Primary Schools Conference took place on 25 th November 2022 and was the biggest conference to date. And no, we’re not just talking about the screen (see the photos below). Over 90 primary school PE teachers, senior leaders, business managers and governors booked to join us at Millennium Point, all on a mission to boost their PE, school sport and physical activity offering.

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How to Encourage Your Children to Have Healthy Eating Habits

Stanford Childrens

As a parent and caregiver, you play an important role in making healthy choices for your children and in teaching them to make healthy choices on their own. With so many mixed messages surrounding nutrition, it’s a task that can feel overwhelming. Venus Kalami, MNSP, RD, CSP , a clinical pediatric dietitian and nutritionist at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health , breaks down some simple things you can do to help your family establish healthy eating habits.

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Home For The Holidays!

Arizona Health and Physical Education

The holiday season always brings some cheer around the school. Holiday activities and events are going on and the students and teachers are getting excited about their holiday break. This is the case for most, but as educators we must remember that for some of our students, school is their safe space and they might feel anxious about the holiday season.

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The best Healthy Fats for Fitness and Exercise

The Sporting

The Best types of Healthy Fats for Fitness Training, and Healthy Eating Be it providing immunity, a resource for cell differentiation (important for muscle building and growth), hormone balance, energy production, and reduction in inflammation; there is no comparison to healthy fats; essential macronutrients for attaining your desired health and fitness goals.

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Ta Kurt Om El Mahag

Montessori Physical Education

Introduction : Ta Kurt Om El Mahag translates to the ball of the Pilgrim’s Mother. The game is often referenced solely as Om El Mahag or The Pilgrim’s Mother. The game is explicitly played by the Berber tribes of the Jebel Nefusa. People in this area herd goats and sheep and work in fig and olive plantations. During the rainfall, wheat and barley are also cultivated in neighboring areas.

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PE teachers, stop teaching "to the spec"!

The Everlearner

Welcome to the Changing Rooms blog. I am delighted you have chosen to visit and to have a read. Now, let’s be candid… The title to this post is a bit clickbaity, right? I agree. I have written it like this to provoke a reaction or to cause a potential reader to think that maybe I am going to say something highly contentious. In reality, what you will find in this post is a very considered and analytical approach to what to teach in a PE classroom that is based on evidence and years and years of

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HANUKKAH MEMORY – a matching game

Keeping Kids in Motion

Did you play matching games when you were a child? I remember playing with a deck of 52 playing cards. My brother and I would spread them out on the living room floor and play over and over again. With my own children, we’ve.

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Green Bay Packers Colors and Logo: A History and Color Codes

The Sporting

Why do the Green Bay Packers wear green and gold? The story of the Green Bay Packers colors, including full color codes In this article, we look at the history and details of the Green Bay Packers logo and colors. We discuss the different colors and logos that the team have used throughout the years- including full details of their CMYK, HEX, RGB and Pantone codes.

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Recent Systematic Review Explores Relationship Between Selenium and Blood Sugar Metabolism

Designs for Health

Selenium is a trace element that is critical to many processes within the human body. Research indicates that it can help support antioxidative status and thyroid health. Trace elements, such as selenium, support health through many biochemical functions. Trace elements can act as cofactors for enzymatic reactions, assist in cell signaling, and help stabilize cellular structures. .

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Repairing the “Disconnect”: Connecting students to the “right” kind of PE in the New Curriculum for Wales.

PE Scholar

Jon Campbell expertly describes how he has tried to connect students to the “right” kind of PE in the New Curriculum for Wales.

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Employment Opportunity at afPE: Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Association for Physical Education

09/12/22 afPE is growing its staff team to enable the association to deliver its new strategic plan which involves a commitment to support a highly skilled workforce and to ensure […]. The post Employment Opportunity at afPE: Deputy Chief Executive Officer appeared first on Association for Physical Education - Association For Physical Education | P.E.

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Your Guide to Different Types of Golf Grass

The Sporting

Why you need to know the different types of golf grass Golf is probably one of the most relaxing, satisfying and family-friendly games to play. That’s because golf courses provide an ambience to relax and play the game surrounded by a beautiful course, family and friends. Naturally, everyone wants to play the best game possible and test their skills, but sometimes golf can be affected by unexpected factors.

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Research Review: Broccoli for Supporting Gut Microbial Health

Designs for Health

Research suggests that a healthy gut microbial environment influences overall health. The amount, diversity, and type of beneficial microorganisms in the gut microbiome may promote gastrointestinal health, immune health, energy metabolism, digestion, and vitamin synthesis. Broccoli, a cruciferous vegetable, contains dietary fibers and phytonutrients that may enhance the production and proliferation of beneficial bacteria.

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Teaching Outdoor Adventurous Activities (OAA) in PE

PE Scholar

Access the live Zoom with Bryn Evans exploring ideas for Outdoor Adventurous Activities (OAA) in PE.

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High School Athlete Mental Training

PLT4M

Athletic performance is about more than just who is the most physically prepared for competition. Mental preparation is a crucial component for athletic success. Incorporating high school athlete mental training into your athletic program can take your team to the next level. This article explores how high school athlete mental training is more than just one-off conversations about mental toughness.

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The 10 Most Popular Sports in Canada

The Sporting

The top 10 most popular sports in Canada! Did you know that Canada has many unique traits? It is one of the best places to live or visit because of its remarkable natural surroundings, low crime rate, strong economy and proximity to the US. Canadians also value numerous national sporting events, as they support togetherness and offer great entertainment for the masses!

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