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Skin Cancer Resources for Health Class Teachers

Physical Education Update

Here’s are some excellent skin cancer prevention resources for your health classes. education program to assist instructors expose students to the importance of sun protection and give them the information they need to avoid skin. Physical Education Update. Skin Cancer Contest Poster. Sun Smart U.

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Excellent Anti-Smoking Video to Discuss in Health Class

Physical Education Update

Here’s a video you might discuss in your health classes. It shows children being the role models and also playing a “trick” on adults – but for a good health-related reason. Physical Education Update. tags]physical education,health class,smoking,anti-smoking> [/tags].

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7 Ways to Turn Health Literacy Month Into a School-Wide Celebration

SHAPE America

During Health Literacy Month this October, it’s a good time to ask: What if we celebrated health literacy like we celebrate sports? What if the entire school and community applauded students for developing the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to be health-literate individuals ? Get creative and use your connections!

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Health Education Curriculum

PLT4M

Health education is a critical component of a well-rounded educational program, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. But without good health, students’ ability to engage and excel is severely compromised.

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How To Improve Mental Health In Schools

PLT4M

The number of adolescents reporting poor mental health is increasing. As our young people grapple with mental health issues, schools play a vital role in supporting student mental health with resources, services, and opportunities. Student mental health issues are on the rise! Behavioral Problems : About 7.4%

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3 Things Schools Can Do to REALLY Improve Student Health

SHAPE America

If you were to travel across the United States asking schools how they approach health education, you’d get a VERY wide range of responses. Others use a more comprehensive approach, emphasizing skills and decision making in class. Implementing systems to increase student access to health care.

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Cuts to Health and PE Programs Cause Increase in Teen Pregnancy

Physical Education Update

Health and physical education classes are often the first subjects to be cut when school boards face budget and curriculum pressures. Of course, it’s important for students to know the 3R’s, but health and PE programs will save their lives. tags]teen pregnancy,physical education,health class[/tags].

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