SHAPE America

MARCH 14, 2023

Each year, our school’s Gone Fishin’ trip combines physical education with outdoor recreation. As a school community, we value learning outside the school walls, and as educators we were drawn to fishing because of its many variables and open outcomes. We needed teacher chaperones, ones who embrace the trip’s laissez faire spirit.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Fitness education is an integral part of student development, providing them with the knowledge and skills to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. From physical education classes to extracurricular activities, there are various ways to incorporate fitness into a student’s daily routine. What is Fitness Education?

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SHAPE America

MAY 23, 2023

As an elementary physical education teacher in the Bronx, NY, I’m always looking for ways to stretch my PE budget and introduce my students to new physical activities. Here are some examples of the types of grants I’ve received, along with my advice on how you might find similar grants for your physical education classes.

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SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

No matter how you refer to it, lacrosse is a great game to teach your students in physical education class! SHAPE America and USA Lacrosse recently collaborated on an updated, comprehensive physical education lacrosse curriculum. What’s New in the USA Lacrosse PE Curriculum. Whatever it ends up being, I approach it as an opportunity.

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Reinventing the Game

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Precision in Physical Education (PE) – What is its role? Also recently, the strangle hold of fitness testing looms large in my professional life. You may still find older teachers and school curriculum still clinging to it. may be considered as being not align to the reality of school business on the ground. Or is it not?

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Arizona Health and Physical Education would like to announce that Dr. Jennifer Houston, Mesa Public Schools is the Adapted Physical Education Teacher of the Year. This award is part of the Honor and Recognition Awards and will be presented on Wednesday, October 25th at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Arizona Health and Physical Education would like to announce that Larissa Talamantes, Mesa Public Schools is the Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year. This award is part of the Honor and Recognition Awards and will be presented on Wednesday, October 25th at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 23, 2024

National PE & Sport Week is a celebration of the importance of physical education and health education, in addition to kicking off National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Health and physical education is a critical component of a well-rounded education. Click Here) for more information.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

JUNE 29, 2023

Castle Sports has an opportunity for Physical Education Teachers. They will compensate the first 50 teachers $10 for doing the following survey. It only takes three minutes. Please click here to take the survey. Thank you.

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PLT4M

APRIL 2, 2024

Physical education plays a crucial role in shaping the health and fitness habits of individuals from an early age. Lifetime fitness activities are workouts, exercises, and sports that people can continue to enjoy and benefit from at any stage of their lives, regardless of their age or fitness level.

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Physed n Health

MARCH 1, 2023

Physical education is an important subject that plays a crucial role in promoting physical activity, health, and overall well-being of students. Traditionally, physical education has focused on fitness assessment, such as measuring students’ physical capabilities and comparing them to established standards.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Physical education is an integral part of any student’s education. It is essential for students to learn how to stay fit and healthy. A fitness curriculum can help teachers to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to stay fit and active. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

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SHAPE America

JULY 25, 2023

The question above is one I am often asked as the person responsible for health and adapted/physical education in Oregon’s Portland Public Schools (PPS). PPS provides more health education than many school districts in the United States. In Oregon, there are over 20 laws and mandates that govern and/or influence K-12 health education.

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Physical Education Update

JANUARY 20, 2023

When it comes to physical education, it seems that Uganda is more advanced in its thinking than many North American school boards. Rather than firing PE teachers and cutting PE from school curricula, Uganda’s ministry for education has announced that they’ll be recruiting 3600 new physical education teachers over the next two years.

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PLT4M

JULY 19, 2023

The start of a new school year is an exciting time for students, families, teachers, and school districts. As everyone starts to plan for the upcoming year, this article explores back to school planning for physical education teachers. When students arrive back to school, are you ready for a new semester of physical education?

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Arizona Health and Physical Education would like to announce that Ian Owens, Prescott Unified School District is the Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year. This award is part of the Honor and Recognition Awards and will be presented on Wednesday, October 25th at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Christi Meyer is a long-time advocate for quality physical education programs. Over her career, she helped secure over $200,000 of grant funding for implementation of heart rate technology, fitness equipment, and PLT4M. Check out her actionable steps to funding physical education programs. Check it out!

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Physical Education Update

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Here’s one idea with a fitness slant. “Fun” is a theory that physical education teachers have been practicing for decades. One of the main goals of good physical educators is to make fitness fun, because that’s the best way to motivate students into making physical activity part of their daily lifestyle.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

This year’s theme, according to the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), is Black Health and Wellness, which ties into the content areas of health and physical education. Here are some ideas for incorporating this into health education: Have students read about Henrietta Lacks.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 3, 2023

As a middle school health and physical education teacher, I know first-hand that initiatives impacting the whole school and surrounding community can be powerful. Be prepared to talk to parents, teachers, and administrators about why health literacy should be a focus for all students — not just the students in health class.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Teacher wellness activities should be more than one-off professional development days. We explore fitness-based staff wellness ideas for teachers to promote physical and mental health. . The Importance of Staff Wellness Ideas For Teachers Teachers spend most of their days focusing on others.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

There are countless fitness trackers and smartphone apps available for individual use. And with the rise of wearable devices and fitness apps, schools have reimagined what a data-driven approach to physical education can look like. Next, we take a closer look at how three schools are using fitness tracking to empower students.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In its annual tradition to honor, support and celebrate Arizona’s educators, Fiesta Bowl Charities has granted 500 teachers — including 17 Surprise teachers — with $2,500 each during the Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers Draft Day presented by SRP, for a total of $1.25

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Physical Education Update

MARCH 30, 2023

In Ontario, Canada, students are required to take physical education only in their first year of high school. A teacher at Essex District High School near Windsor Ontario, has found a way to increase PE participation past grade 9 by 20%. That leaves three years in which secondary school students need not participate in PE.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Adding more movement — through physical education, recess and active classrooms — is essential for beating the almost-winter blues. Educators worry about time spent on learning, the Common Core, and curriculum standards (all for good reason). HPE teachers already have it figured out!

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S&S

APRIL 26, 2023

Our June 2023 Fitness Challenge Calendar is here! This printable calendar is a great resource that teachers can share with students … Read More The post June Printable Fitness Challenge Calendar appeared first on S&S Blog.

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PLT4M

JULY 31, 2023

This article explores all things tracking student progress in physical education. Next, we break down the what, when, and how of tracking student progress in physical education. Benefits of Tracking Student Progress – The Why Tracking student progress benefits students, teachers, administrators, and families.

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S&S

MARCH 6, 2023

Our May 2023 Fitness Challenge Calendar is here! This printable calendar is a great resource that teachers can share with students and encourage them to do at home or as an … Read More The post May Printable Fitness Challenge Calendar appeared first on S&S Blog. Keep kids and active during the month of May!

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PLT4M

MAY 26, 2023

Through physical education professional development, teachers can gain the skills and knowledge to create a safe and supportive learning environment, develop a comprehensive physical education curriculum, and use technology to enhance instruction. Let’s dive in! Go To Courses!

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 21, 2023

April 18, 2023 Hans Van der Mars , professor emeritus at Arizona State University’s Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, received the 2023 Luther Halsey Gulick Award at the Society of Health and Physical Educators, or SHAPE, America National Convention and Expo on March 30.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As technology becomes more prevalent in the classroom, physical education teachers must create classroom technology rules to ensure students use technology appropriately and safely. But, integrating technology in the classroom for physical education requires a unique set of classroom rules.

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Reinventing the Game

AUGUST 27, 2021

The preceding words do sound like a tired teacher rather than reality. It is space and time that comes with joy and satisfaction in teaching and learning for teachers. Many a times we unfairly relegate our efforts to merely ensuring physical fitness and the teaching of X number of games.

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PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

Evidence based practices in education are becoming increasingly important in the world of physical education (PE). As teachers and administrators strive to create the best learning environment for their students, evidence based practices provide a reliable and effective method for improving student outcomes.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

MARCH 5, 2024

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. Learn more at nau.edu/health-sciences/physical-education.

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Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 11, 2022

The Rhythm Fit modules will be an on-going series of routines set to music using a variety of equipment. These activities provide an opportunity for teachers to integrate rhythmic movement in a fun and engaging way. Teacher Evaluation. Teacher Self-Evaluation/Reflection Guide: [PDF, WORD]. Bounce: [PDF, WORD].

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SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

As a physical educator in northern Minnesota, I have to be prepared for long winters with lots of snow! Here are a few winter activities for elementary PE that include opportunities to practice personal responsibility, cultural studies, and physical fitness outside. Wow, that got to me as a teacher, as a mother, and as a Minnesotan!

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Physical education doesn’t always garner the same level of attention as other academic subjects throughout the school day. But as schools search for ways to support students’ mental health, academic performance, and overall healthy lifestyles, physical education can play a crucial role in student success.

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