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Meaningful PE – just good teaching?

Drowning in the Shallow

Meaningful PE (MPE) is a framework which recommends drawing upon and applying a set of practices within PE teaching. The essential ones (in my opinion) being; vision, shared language, reflective practices and democratic practices. Vision (Ní Chróinín et al, 2019) consists of a set of vivid and concrete hopes, practices and purposes. Having one is … Continue reading Meaningful PE – just good teaching?

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The Relentless School Nurse: Warning, This is Hard to Watch – “Joaquin’s First School Shooting”

Relentless School Nurse

Mission of Change the Ref: Shifting America’s social response to gun violence, by uniting creativity, activism, disruption, and education. Patricia and Manuel Oliver’s son Joaquin was killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida on February 14, 2018. They have been on a five year journey of activism since their son was murdered along with 13 other students and 3 staff.

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FiT Work 23: Underage Drinking and Substance Abuse

Mr. Suarez's Physical Education

FiT Work 23 : Underage Drinking and Substance Abuse Slide 1: Title Slide Slide 2: READ the Short Paragraph Slide 3: Link to Article and the Google Answer Document This assignment is due at the end of the class period.

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The Express : The Story of Ernie Davis

The Sporting

Remembering Ernie Davis: The Greatest Running Back You’ve Never Heard of Ross Crawford tells the poignant story of Ernie Davis, the High Shcool and College phenom that never played a game in the NFL. Ernie Davis: The Greatest Number 44 You Never Saw Ernie Davis was an exceptionally gifted running back at the collegiate level for Syracuse University from 1958 - 1961.

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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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Statement from DfE regarding Primary PE and Sport Premium conditions of grant

Association for Physical Education

12/05/23 afPE members have been querying the update to the Primary PE and Sport Premium conditions of grant document. The following statement from the Department for Education should help provide […] The post Statement from DfE regarding Primary PE and Sport Premium conditions of grant appeared first on Association for Physical Education - Association For Physical Education | P.E.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Celebrating School Nurse Day 2023 with a Poem

Relentless School Nurse

Nurse Holly is one of the administrators of the School Nursing Facebook page. The page has grown to almost 18,000 school nurses over the last few years. It is an active and vibrant community where school nurses gather for information, advice and support. Holly is dedicated to supporting school nurses in all seasons of their careers. She is a creative, who uses her many talents to educate the public about health topics.

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10 Benefits of Cold Water Swimming

The Sporting

The Many Benefits of Cold Water Swimming Cold water swimming has recently gained popularity as a form of therapy and exercise. Did you know that it also offers a huge range of benefits beyond the obvious? Read on to find out more! In this article, we'll explore the advantages of taking a dip in cold water, from boosting your immune system and improving your mental health to allowing individuals to join a community of adventure seekers.

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Design Your Own Aldi Lorry to Inspire Healthy Eating – and Win up to £1,000 for Your School

Association for Physical Education

09/05/2023 This summer, Aldi, Team GB and ParalympicsGB are challenging pupils aged 5–14 to design an Aldi lorry that inspires the UK to enjoy healthy, sustainable food. The winning hand-drawn […] The post Design Your Own Aldi Lorry to Inspire Healthy Eating – and Win up to £1,000 for Your School appeared first on Association for Physical Education - Association For Physical Education | P.E.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Warning: Viewer Discretion Advised

Relentless School Nurse

We have all seen these messages, warning us of disturbing content and reminding the viewer to use discretion. This is the opening of an FBI video that was released to train the public on what to do in case they find themselves in an active shooter incident or as they describe, “should the unthinkable happen.” Well, to date, the “unthinkable” has happened more than 200 times in 2023 alone.

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Volleyball (High School)

Open Phys Ed

Created By : Brandy Lynch, Stephanie Dickson, Deb Van Klei, Mary Jo Geddes, Shannon Maly Special Contributions : Nichole Wilder, Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart This module builds on the skills introduced in the 6-8 Volleyball module through skill-specific volleyball lead up activities and games. Passing, serving, and application of strategies/tactics in small-sided games and activities are some of the focus areas.

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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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The 100 Greatest Football Quotes

The Sporting

The Top 100 Best Quotes About Football One simple ball that unites us all - you can’t deny the impact football has had on the whole world! Read the top 100 greatest football quotes of all-time, including old favourites and thoughts from famous players. Ronaldo: When he speaks, you should listen From the streets of Brazil to the fields of Europe, football has brought together people of all races, religions and cultures.

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Balance It Turns 10: Now with 20+ Hours of Lesson Plans

The PE Geek

Over the past decade, the Balance It mobile app has been transforming physical education in classrooms around the world. With over a million downloads and a multitude of positive testimonials, this innovative app has proven to be an invaluable tool for PE teachers and students alike. As we celebrate the Balance It app’s remarkable success, we are excited to announce that we have prepared 20+ hours of lesson plan content, now available inside the app.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Student Survivors are Leading the Way in School Safety

Relentless School Nurse

Have you seen the Public Service Announcement (PSA) by Saugus High School shooting survivor Mia Tretta. Two students, including Mia’s best friend Dominic Blackwell, were killed in the 2019 school shooting, five students were injured. Mia has been on a mission to stop school shootings by raising awareness of the impact of gun violence. This PSA highlights the Los Angeles County START campaign, an acronym for “School Threat Assessment Response Team.” The School Threat Asses

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Getting Started with Firstbeat Sports – Leksands IF User Story

First Beat

Jesper Giller ås is the Strength and Conditioning Coach at Leksands IF , a Swedish ice hockey team competing in the SHL, Sweden’s top-tier league. In this interview, Jesper talks about why he chose to start using Firstbeat for the first time earlier this year and his plans on utilizing the data moving forward. Jesper’s Background: From Player to Coach Jesper’s passion for ice hockey runs deep, having played the sport himself before embarking on his studies in Sports Science in 2011.

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TaylorMade Quiver Stand Bag: Review

The Sporting

TaylorMade Quiver: Reviewing A Lightweight, smart and all-round excellent stand bag Are you looking for a ‘Sunday Bag’? Let me tell you about the TaylorMade Quiver, if you’re thinking of buying one. It was with some trepidation that I decided to invest in a lightweight, ‘Sunday Bag’. I am not a great golfer by any means, but I do like to have all my stuff at hand, and have always put the humble pocket in high regard when it comes to Golf bags.

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Physical Literacy As A Disposition

PE Scholar

This presentation was created as part of the physical literacy consensus working group convened by Sport England.

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BRING ON THE SUMMER BREAK!!!

Arizona Health and Physical Education

May 2023 Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Educators! Ok, so I get that we are in the last month of school and the last thing you’re thinking about is professional development. Believe me, I get it. We’re all ready to put the equipment away (hopefully somewhat organized), submit those final progress reports or grades, and shut the gym, wrestling room, multipurpose room doors for at least 6ish weeks.

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Your last week of GCSE PE revision in 5 simple steps

The Everlearner

Dear GCSE PE student, Firstly, thank you for visiting this page. I expect your teacher has suggested you read it or, perhaps, you have found it in a scramble to prepare yourself for your GCSE PE Paper 1 exam. Well, you’re in the right place. Phew!

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The 5 Greatest Pool Players of All Time

The Sporting

The Best Pool Players of All Time For many of us, pool may be a fun bar game - but for others, it’s a professional, competitive sport. But who are the greatest pool players of all time? Read on to find out about the incredible titans of this sport! Ralph Greenleaf (right), one of the greatest pool players of all-time Pool, also known as pool billiards or pocket billiards, belongs to the family of cue sports.

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KS3 Cricket Student Worksheets

PE Scholar

These KS3 Cricket Skills Worksheets provide 5 student tasks for each skill. The skills include throw, catch, bowl and bat.

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The Probiotic Connection Between Aging, Muscle Mass, and the Gut Microbiome

Designs for Health

Sarcopenia refers to the progressive age-related loss of skeletal muscle mass and can lead to an increased risk of falls, fractures, and mortality. It can occur as a standalone illness or as a result of other factors, including certain systemic illnesses , particularly those involving inflammatory processes. The loss of skeletal muscle has been associated with certain consequential changes in inflammatory status, antioxidative status, and glucose metabolism.

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4 Principles That Will Transform Your Parenting

RC Families

Are you ready to transform your parenting? Do you feel that something needs to change before you resort to desperation in your parenting? Do you sometimes feel that you need some clear strategy to guide you? Even if you are not feeling desperate, you may still be looking for tips and principles to help you.

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The 5 Greatest Teams to NOT Win The Stanley Cup

The Sporting

5 Great Ice Hockey Teams That Didn’t Win the Stanley Cup! (But Should Have) There are some amazing NHL teams that didn’t manage to lift the legendary Stanley Cup, despite extraordinary regular seasons. Read on to find out about the top 5 greatest teams that missed out on the most coveted trophy in Ice Hockey. Some of the teams on this list might surprise you!

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Yet: The Spartan Mindset

Player Development Project

In this blog, PDP contributor and youth development expert, Reed Maltbie shares an excerpt from his book, The Spartan Mindset. “Yet” is the hopeful, nearby, and fully attainable future we need our children to see. In 2008, David Segal had been in talks with a Sri Lankan tea seller to buy his newly created loose-leaf teas. The seller owned a boutique store, and David wanted to be a supplier to gain a foothold in the expanding loose-leaf tea market.

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Make the Students Organize Field Day

Montessori Physical Education

Once we get close to the end of the year, I will inevitably begin seeing the Facebook posts and chats asking for Field Day help or ideas. While the idea of Field Day can give any P.E. teacher instant anxiety or PTSD, the silver lining is that only several years ago, we were all scrambling to figure out how to do P.E. virtually. Now we are back to the logistical headache of organizing what is their favorite day of the year for many of your students.

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Drowning Prevention Week – Adding Value to Your Swimming and Water Safety Curriculum Outcomes

Association for Physical Education

11/05/2023 To continue to support our members and the PESSPA sector, the Association for Physical Education is scheduling regular webinars covering a wide range of diverse and topical subject areas. […] The post Drowning Prevention Week – Adding Value to Your Swimming and Water Safety Curriculum Outcomes appeared first on Association for Physical Education - Association For Physical Education | P.E.

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Lyndon Wood brings decades of experience to Myzone’s growth journey

My Zone

Continuing its growth and ambition, accelerating in the pursuit of getting more people physically active, Myzone is thrilled to welcome Lyndon Wood to the team as director of business development (Europe).

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#006 Rethinking organised youth sport settings

Player Development Project

Reader,​​ In an ever-changing world, it can be said that families are busier than ever. As a result, children who engage in sport can be drawn into this. Seasons get longer, pre seasons get earlier and sports demand more and more of those who engage. So how do we find a balance and ensure young people don’t burn out from sport? Or worse, fall out of love with sport?

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Magnus Health Recognizes National School Nurse Day

Magnus Health

Since 1972, National School Nurse Appreciation Day has become a day to celebrate school nurses for all that they do and to provide a better understanding of the role they play in students’ education. National School Nurse Day is celebrated during the National Nurse Appreciation Week, which this year is held from May 6th-12th. A school nurse plays a vital part in student health and well-being.

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WOW – The Walk to School Challenge

Association for Physical Education

11/05/2023 Living Streets want a nation where walking is the natural choice for everyday local journeys. Their mission is to achieve a better walking environment and inspire people to walk […] The post WOW – The Walk to School Challenge appeared first on Association for Physical Education - Association For Physical Education | P.E.

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“Nothing Is Gonna Change If We Don’t Care for Everyone”: A Narrative Inquiry Alongside Urban Indigenous Youth in an Afterschool Physical Activity Wellness Program

PE Scholar

In the fall of 2013, the authors received funding to help develop and implement an afterschool wellness program alongside Indigenous youth.

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Recent Systematic Review Investigates Potential Supportive Role of Micronutrients for Periodontal Health

Designs for Health

Periodontal health refers to the health of the mouth and gums. Age-related changes in periodontal health have been associated with increases in oxidative stress and a chronic inflammatory response. Disruptions to optimal cellular function have also been observed in cases of pathological age-related changes to periodontal health , such as periodontitis.

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How Sleep Can Improve a Child’s Mental Health

Magnus Health

You would think that after running around all day, children would be tuckered out and ready for bed. But sometimes, they stare wide-eyed at the glow-in-the-dark stars on their ceiling rather than falling asleep. Unfortunately, catching some zzzs is usually one of our last priorities. It’s estimated that  40% of adolescents and 25-50% of children  experience sleep problems.

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A great week working on some athletics and teamwork skills

Delamere Academy

Excellent work by all!

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6 Examples of Sportswear Evolving Into Timeless Fashion

The Sporting

How Sports Kit Became Mainstream Fashion Sportswear has taken over fashion, and its dominance over our best-loved styles is only increasing. Read on to understand the intrinsic link between fashion and sport - including the history of some of our favourite outfits! Nike Air Jordans - a classic example of sportswear fashion Today, trends are dominated by garments that once belonged solely to sports, with some of the world’s favourite clothing and accessories holding a surprising sporting history.

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