SHAPE America

MARCH 23, 2023

On February 15, 2023, more than 130 dedicated health and physical education professionals from 33 states attended SHAPE America’s SPEAK Out! At this annual event, members of the HPE community meet with representatives of Congress to advocate for continued support and robust funding for health and physical education.

Health

PE Scholar

JANUARY 16, 2024

The following free-to-access resources produced by National Governing Bodies (NGBs) of sport are potentially of great use to physical education

Physical Education

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

They are cautionary tales for teens and their teachers about the importance of avoiding vaping and living nicotine free. Many teens will face similar challenges, but youth vaping is preventable, and teachers like you can help. Mention the topic during parent-teacher conferences, pickups and drop-offs, or PTA meetings.

Physical Fitness

Drowning in the Shallow

JUNE 15, 2024

What is the purpose of a physical education? My position is that it is to ‘nurture the physically educated person.’ Firstly it takes a society to physically educate a child – parents, teachers, schools, youth sports clubs, government departments, public health, … Continue reading Stand for something →

Government

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.

Physical Education

Reinventing the Game

JUNE 15, 2021

ecological, physical education) into a journal search site and came across a paper by Rudd ret al, An ecological dynamics conceptualisation of physical ‘education’: Where we have been and where we could go next. So recently, I did the usual, after a long while, and type out my topics of interest (i.e.

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

So should physical education be required? Suppose the big-picture goal of education is to equip students with a robust set of skills and knowledge to live successful lives. In that case, a quality physical education program should be a staple of any comprehensive educational system. Why Should PE Be Required?

Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Salt River Project (SRP) invites Arizona teachers to apply for Classroom Grants of up to $5,000 beginning October 1, 2024. The grants are available for teachers looking to incorporate creative ways to keep their students engaged in STEM and social science projects. I am very grateful to have SRP as a partner in education.

Education

Physical Education Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

You may have been involved in a such a debate – whether your local government should invest in local sports facilities – perhaps to be housed on your school property. It’s the typical argument of the ill-informed…the same type of people responsible for declaring physical education to be a frill subject.

Recreation

PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. He specializes in creating training and physical resources for physical education teachers to promote the inclusion of students with disabilities.

Physical Education

PE 4 Learning

JUNE 6, 2022

@Cambridge_Uni @PESSP_PD_study are conducting a study about teacher professional development in England for Physical Education. This study is organised by the Medical Research Council Epidemiology Unit and the Faculty of Education at the University of Cambridge.

Physical Education

FACTS Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

If you’ve worked in the education industry in any capacity, you likely know how much teachers have on their plates. From lesson planning and family communication to classroom management and school dismissals, the average day of an educator can be hectic. Unfortunately, grading isn’t just taking away valuable time for teachers.

Teacher

Physical Education Update

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Michael Phelps, because of his ADHD in school, was once told by a teacher that he’d never be able to focus on anything. Apparently, with Phelps winning eight gold medals in swimming, that teacher was wrong. Slow motion video of the competitors leaving the Olympic stadium showed a number of them cheating in this manner.

Government

The PE Hub

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Department for Education (DfE) has introduced minor modifications to the EYFS update 2021 to improve clarity for everyone. The Government has implemented these changes to: Support children more effectively. Reduce teacher workload freeing up time to spend with children. EYFS update 2021: What you need to know.

Government

Gopher Sport

APRIL 10, 2024

Motivate Students and Increase Activity Time with BlazePod By: Kevin Hopp, Zeke Bailes, Hank van der Merwe In an age where sedentary lifestyles have become the norm, the quest for engaging and innovative physical education solutions has led to the introduction of BlazePod , a ground breaking Flash Reflex Training system into schools.

Motivation

Heartzones

MAY 5, 2023

Free & Quick Money for YOU, as a PE or Health Teacher Don’t let money stand in the way of getting your very own Heart Zones Move Solution! There are government funds that you can use for PE technology. 30, 2024 There is an additional $17 billion dollars for private schools and higher education. Who is on my team?

Charter Schools

Learning Through Sport

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

While 'knowledge' is divided into the dimensions of education about, in and through movement, in an Arnoldian perspective movement skill attainment is 'preeminent'. "It It is the study and practice of physical activity that renders physical education an indispensable subject in a balanced educational programme" (Kirk, 1988, p.

PE

Aspire-Ed

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Join Crichton Casbon, Education Consultant, at this year’s conference to develop your understanding of the three stages of assessment. Crichton is a curriculum designer with a specialism in Physical Education. What makes simple and effective assessment? Who is Crichton Casbon? What will the workshop cover?

Assessment

The PE Hub

MARCH 29, 2023

The Primary PE and Sport Premium is a government initiative that aims to improve the quality of physical education (PE) and sport in primary schools in England. According to a report by the Education Policy Institute (EPI) published in 2019, the initiative has helped to increase the proportion of physically active pupils.

PE

Physical Education Ideas

APRIL 17, 2020

There is so much creativity and wonderful teachers doing wonderful things in the Physical Education space. How do I navigate Zoom, Seasaw, TEAMS, google classroom, etc, etc, to best educate my students? The teacher in me wanted direction. As someone who has been through socially distant P.E. A scary thought. It was fun.

Teaching

Arizona Health and Physical Education

JANUARY 24, 2024

Poulos’ team, which largely consisted of students in the College of Health Solutions and the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College — Professor Pamela Kulinna worked with Poulos as well — conducted a survey of parents and caregivers of students attending the three schools (St.

Government

MSU

OCTOBER 18, 2023

I started my career as a secondary teacher and swimming coach in Springfield Township (Montgomery County) just outside of Philadelphia, PA. Faculty life involves lots of service committees in our department and college, like job searches, promotion reviews, and other governance functions. What’s your favorite course to teach?

Government

Montessori Physical Education

JUNE 23, 2023

The Chilean Rodeo Federation has continued to lobby the government to increase funding as the Chilean Rodeo is more popular than almost any other sport in Chile and has a rich tradition within all parts of the country. When the teacher says, "Go," the calf will dribble in the direction not being blocked by a huaso. Here is a diagram.

Sports

MSU

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

The opportunity to teach at a public, land grant institution was a huge draw for me as its mission aligns closely with my own philosophies of higher education. I tend to gravitate towards the ones that have to deal with sport governance, policy and strategy, as that’s where you can get creative and come up with some great ideas for change.

Psychology

Sports for Schools

DECEMBER 10, 2021

His quiet, totally unselfish but endlessly determined ambition to use his good-fortune for the good of others is why he persuaded the Government into 2 U-turns and has changed the lives of so many. Our mission is to Activate, Educate, Motivate and Innovate schools and parents through a series of events and workshops.

Primary School

Sports for Schools

DECEMBER 10, 2021

His quiet, totally unselfish but endlessly determined ambition to use his good-fortune for the good of others is why he persuaded the Government into 2 U-turns and has changed the lives of so many. Our mission is to Activate, Educate, Motivate and Innovate schools and parents through a series of events and workshops.

Primary School

Informed Practitioner in Sport

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Most coaches and practitioners aspire to attaining real expertise and as most will testify this journey and the real learning begins only once we leave formal education and enter the profession. This distinction between education and learning is an important one when seeking to develop expertise, as we will explore.

Coaching

Informed Practitioner in Sport

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Of these pillars arguably only one or at most two will have been part of the individual’s professional education and experience to date. The jury is still out on what particular professional or education background offers the requisite blend of knowledge, skills and experiences to fulfill the various duties of a performance director.

Coaching

Montessori Physical Education

MAY 28, 2022

Native American Lacrosse and Stickball Montessori Physical Education Introduction : Lacrosse was the most popular team sport among the Atlantic and Great Lakes Plains Indian tribes, and was also played in the south and west as well. Sometimes the teacher will run to a spot that helps you, sometimes they will run far away.

Gyms

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.

Health Education

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.

Physical Education

Relentless School Nurse

JULY 25, 2023

I was so encouraged to read that the National Parent-Teacher Association has passed a resolution on the safe storage of firearms. In the pursuit of promoting safe firearm storage, the synergy between school nurses and local and National Parent Teacher Associations (PTA) is a powerful and essential partnership.

Schooling

Arizona Health and Physical Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Thank you to SHAPE America for publishing a great article on How to Celebrate Black History Month in Health and Physical Education Materials courtesy of SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators, PO Box 225, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701, www.shapeamerica.org. All rights reserved. Should Dr.

Physical Education

The Sporting

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Even if a player didn’t play for his country, he could play for different government departments like railways, gas pipelines, airlines (PIA), banks etc in different domestic tournaments with reasonable salaries. 8) Cricket is promoted at all Levels In Pakistan, cricket is promoted at all levels of education.

Sports

Slow Chat PE

JANUARY 18, 2021

I am an openly white male (if you didn’t laugh at that you probably want to stop reading now) who grew up in a segregated white middle class neighborhood raised by two teachers. In education we call this being a bystander instead of an upstander. Doug- My chosen profession of education also assisted in this disruption.

Teaching

AKA Sports

APRIL 3, 2025

You basically should not have to pay a dime, thanks to company policies and government aid. AKA Staff - Teachers, Physical Education professionals, Professional Sports Coaches and Partners and the Coolest College and High School Coaches, Mentors and Leaders around. AKA Tax ID#03-0545137) Field Trips - Everyones Favorite!

Government

Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

I am sounding the alarm on a deeply troubling development within our nation’s Department of Education. In a move that strikes at the heart of our public education system, dozens of dedicated civil servants have been abruptly placed on administrative leave, their access to work emails suddenly cut off.

Education