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The Relentless School Nurse: “Can I Tell You Something Nurse Chris?”

Relentless School Nurse

We cannot underestimate the impact of the “Parents’ Bill of Rights” movement that is sweeping across the country. On the surface, it seems innocent enough. Parents and school nurses need to be strong partners for students’ health and well-being. But when legislation passes that includes cherry-picking which “services” school nurses can provide, it becomes a quagmire fraught with barriers to care.

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

Aspire-Ed

At Aspire:ED, we're all about helping you stay ahead in Continuous Professional Development (CPD). We aim to empower KS1 and KS2 teachers, professionals, coaches and trainees like you through some of the best CPD courses available. We're proud to say that our courses, such as ' Managing Behaviour in Physical Education ', ' Athletics ' and 'Invasion Games' , have now been accredited by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity ).

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How to Navigate Daylight Saving Time as a Family

Stanford Childrens

Daylight saving time (DST) – when clocks jump forward one hour in most states – is just around the corner, and it can be a tricky time for kids as they need to adjust. Stanford Medicine Children’s Health pediatric pulmonologists and sleep specialists Hina Emanuel, MD , and Caroline Okorie, MD , provide tips for families. Though the time change is small, it makes a big impact on children as the mornings get darker, and the evenings stay light longer.

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Minerals to Promote Thyroid Health and Immune Function

Designs for Health

The thyroid gland plays an important role in energy metabolism and many other functions within the human body. It is, however, vulnerable to damage from oxidative stress. Emerging research suggests that certain minerals may help support antioxidative stress, balanced thyroid hormone levels, and a healthy immune response. The thyroid gland contains the highest amount of selenium of any organ in the human body.

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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: Remembering Lillian Wald in Celebration of Women’s History Month 2024

Relentless School Nurse

In honor of Women’s History Month, I am highlighting the remarkable legacy of Lillian Wald, a pioneering figure in public health and community service. Wald’s journey began in 1893 when, as a young nurse from the New York Hospital Training School, she embarked on a mission to teach home nursing to immigrant families in New York’s Lower East Side.

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Schooling with Scooters: 6 Great Scooter Games for PE

Gopher PE

Kids love scooters because they are fast and fun! Scooter activities provide cardiovascular and muscular endurance opportunities as well as so many other learning experiences. Use scooters to teach fleeing/dodging skills, fitness components, nutrition, teamwork, and offense/defense strategies! Here are some of my favorite learning activities using the scooters.

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MZ-Open: Myzone now available through Apple and Android smart watches

My Zone

Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open , an access function that enables Myzone gym users to experience all the benefits of Myzone’s world renowned heart rate training ecosystem through their Android or Apple smart watch.

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SWS student James Egozi will compete in the F4 Spanish Championship

Sport World School

Sport World School student James Egozi, has reached an exciting milestone in his racing career by joining the prestigious Red Bull Junior Racing Team. The talented young driver is set to make his debut in the F4 Spanish Championship with Campos Racing, marking a significant step towards his dream of becoming a Formula 1 driver. The post SWS student James Egozi will compete in the F4 Spanish Championship appeared first on Sport World School.

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IB Sports, exercise and health science, I salute you!

The Everlearner

The International Baccalaureate Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) are changing. A new course will be first taught in August 2024 and first assessed in summer 2026 , replacing the existing IB Sport, exercise and health science course that was first assessed at SL in 2014 and HL in 2018.

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NAU launches pathway to Arizona Physical Education Teaching Certification

Arizona Health and Physical Education

Northern Arizona University is now accepting applications for a new, fully online program that offers a pathway to secure the Standard Arizona Physical Education teaching credential for those who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field. The program was approved in December by the Arizona Department of Education and is the only alternative pathway to a physical education certification available in the state.

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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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Striking & Fielding Games – Unit Planning with a Difference

PE Scholar

The research is clear, we should move away from planning a skill per lesson and seeing PE as some kind of sport technique focused subject.

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One Mom’s March Madness

Keeping Kids in Motion

Guest blogger: Please welcome Lucretia Cahill, author of the blog, RUNONMOM.com. Lucretia is a talented writer focusing on motherhood, fitness, and story telling. She reassures you that you’re not alone in the parenting race with relatable stories sure to make you reminisce, laugh, and.

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Health Education Lesson Plans

PLT4M

Health education is a vital component of a well-rounded curriculum, as it provides students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to maintain and improve their health, prevent disease, and reduce risky behaviors. Health education lesson plans complement the physical education curriculum to put together the complete picture of health and wellness for students.

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Why Parents Struggle to Set Boundaries

RC Families

Do you struggle to set boundaries for your children? Ask teachers in the school system today and many of them will say that they see the results of little to no boundaries being set in the home. Setting boundaries or NOT setting boundaries for your children has implications outside of your house. The lack of.

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Episode 9: Alexandra Brown – Make Sure It Is Fun!

PE Scholar

Introduction Welcome to the next episode review of the PE Insights Podcast!

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Fight Common Environmental Triggers with Quercetin

Designs for Health

Quercetin , also known as the “king of the flavonoids," is considered among the top plant-based polyphenolic compounds due to its demonstrated powerful antioxidant properties and ability to support a healthy inflammatory response in the body. This potent flavonol is abundant in various foods recognized for their health benefits, including red onions, yellow onions, apples, olive oil, dark berries and grapes, capers, broccoli, salad greens, and culinary herbs such as dill, cilantro, watercress, a

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The Unique Tapestry of Asian Sports: Where Tradition Meets Competition

The Sporting

The Unique World of Asian Sports: Rules, Popularity and Ancient Traditions Asia is known for its rich history of traditional sports and activities, from Kabaddi to Sumo wrestling. Join us as we take a look at the wonderful world of Asian sports! Kabaddi is a popular sport in India, Bangladesh and Pakistan Setting the Scene in the East Asia, the world’s largest and most diverse continent, is home to a myriad of cultures, each with its unique traditions and practices.

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Helping Keep Kids in Sports with D1 Gymnast Kirsten Medeiros

Complete Performance

Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Perform Happy Podcast. Today, I am thrilled to bring you an inspiring conversation with Kirsten Medeiros – a former D1 gymnast, coach, and passionate gymnastics mom who is starting a nonprofit dedicated to keeping kids in sports.… The post Helping Keep Kids in Sports with D1 Gymnast Kirsten Medeiros appeared first on Complete Performance Coaching.

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How to host a Myzone challenge that makes a difference

My Zone

Fitness Quest 10 founder, Todd Durkin, hosted a challenge that not only inspired participants to move more, but make even more lifestyle choices that benefit them in the long term.

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Associations Between Organised Sport Participation and Children’s Mental Health

Learning Through Sport

I am currently working on a few mental health education initiatives arsing from the Big Talks for Little People program for primary schools (see here ). Big Talks for Little People is an innovative mental health education program empirically studied and found to make a significant difference in students self reported social emotional learning rating and in instances of bullying where the Schools Program has been run.

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Paris 2024 on Track to Welcome the World and Deliver an Exceptional Games Vision

The Sporting

The Latest on Paris 2024: France is Set to Welcome the World Like athletes around the globe who are preparing for the upcoming Olympic Games, Paris 2024 is diligently working towards reaching peak performance this summer. Read the latest Olympic News on The Sporting Blog. Paris is getting ready to welcome the world for the next Olympic Games in Summer 2024 With the Organising Committee refining planning and midway through final readiness exercises, the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Coo

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From Data to Court – Using Firstbeat in Women’s Basketball to Optimize Training and Recovery

First Beat

In the world of competitive sports, every advantage counts. For women athletes, whose training needs and recovery patterns often differ from their male counterparts, understanding the intricacies of internal load and recovery is crucial. In this interview, Chris Köller , Athletic Strength and Conditioning Coach at BC Pharmaserv Marburg , a women’s first-division basketball team in Germany, talks to us about how he got started with Firstbeat and how he uses it with his athletes.

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Get moving with this International Women's Day Empower Her playlist

My Zone

Dancing to Dua Lipa or running to Rihanna, what gets you feeling empowered as you work out? This International Women's Day, we've taken to Spotify to pull together a playlist that moves you, chosen by the community and curated by Myzone.

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Transformations: Gabrielle’s real-world example

Every Kids Sports

We believe in the transformative power of sports. It’s a force that goes beyond competition to shape players, teams, and entire communities. It’s not just about the game; it’s about the journey of growth and development that unfolds along the way. Recently, Ambre, mother to 6-year-old Gabrielle, shared with us the impact that sports has had on her family.

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ESPN Platforms Home to Nearly 230 Women’s Basketball Conference Tournament Games During Champ Week

The Sporting

ESPN’s Coverage of Women’s Conference Championships: Everything You Need to Know Almost 230 matchups will be available across ESPN platforms, with 24 Division I champions to be crowned! Read all the latest from ESPN… ESPN platforms will stream nearly 230 women’s basketball Champ Week games in March! Image credits: ESPN Postseason play is underway, with nearly 230 women’s college basketball conference tournament games available across ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESPN+ a

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Four School Districts Receive National Awards for Trailblazing, Innovative Improvements to School Meals

PE for Parents

The post Four School Districts Receive National Awards for Trailblazing, Innovative Improvements to School Meals appeared first on Action for Healthy Kids.

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Movement, mindset, growth and giving, with Todd Durkin

My Zone

Sometimes it takes a shared experience to really make change happen. One of the most effective ways of encouraging people to embrace positive lifestyle choices is through stepping up to a challenge. Todd Durkin has proved just how effective this can be.

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Spin Bike Workouts For Beginners

PLT4M

Spin bike workouts are a popular form of exercise for individuals of all fitness levels! But spin bike workouts can be intimidating for students. Most students likely want to just get on the bike and ride, but they are not entirely sure how to vary intensity and resistance. But spin bike workouts for beginners can help guide students through fun and challenging workouts.

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Chicken N’ Pickle Family Night

Arizona Health and Physical Education

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A busy week of sport!

Delamere Academy

Football tournaments, swimming challenges and great work in PE!

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Lesson Plans On Emotions For Middle and High School Students

PLT4M

Emotions play a critical role in the social and intellectual development of middle and high school students. As they navigate through a period of significant growth and change, understanding and managing emotions becomes a vital skill. Educators have the opportunity to guide students through this process with well-structured lesson plans on emotions.