SHAPE America

JUNE 2, 2022

My dad was a soccer player in high school and helped found a rec league in our community in East Hampton, CT, which my brother and I both played in. When I started middle school, there was no girls soccer team, and it didn’t occur to me that I wouldn’t be allowed to try out for the boys team — so I did. I lasted one day.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Physical education is an integral part of any student’s education. A fitness curriculum can help teachers to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to stay fit and active. There are countless physical education curriculum models that PE teachers can adopt.

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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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PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

Quality physical education is a popular buzzword in the world of PE. But actually defining and outlining the what, why, and how of quality physical education is a little more challenging. In addition, we offer ideas and insights for physical education teachers looking to enhance a quality program at their schools.

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

There are endless PE lesson plans to choose from for your physical education class. We break down the importance of physical education lesson plans and highlight some of the best places to find physical education lesson plans for your age and audience. Students follow along to a physical education lesson plan on a tablet.

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SHAPE America

JUNE 7, 2022

Even though Title IX passed in 1972, it wasn’t until 1974 that it impacted my high school. That was the year my PE teacher, Mrs. Cary Iftner, finally won the hard-fought battle to start a tennis program for girls. The 1974-75 school year saw the very first teams for girls at Highland High School (HHS).

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Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 25, 2023

Physical Education teachers and sport coaches have in common the development of a curriculum (program of learning) and the method (pedagogy) to teach the content of the curriculum. This might be called ' educative purpose '. PE teachers therefore get 80 hours minus interruptions to effect learning in PE in a year.

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PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2023

Virtual PE is becoming an increasingly popular way to provide physical education to students. Virtual PE is a great way to engage students in physical activity while teaching important physical education concepts. Students can develop these critical lifelong fitness skills through physical education classes.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 14, 2023

Kan Jam is an excellent game to add to your physical education curriculum. In addition to the videos, click on any of the corresponding notes for detailed instructions and ideas for building this into your PE lesson plans. The post Kan Jam For Physical Education appeared first on PLT4M.

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PLT4M

JANUARY 30, 2023

They are perfect for physical education classes, because they require minimal equipment and can be adapted to any fitness level. Benefits of Bodyweight Bootcamp Workouts For Physical Education Physical education teachers are always looking for engaging lessons and workouts. A total body workout.

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Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 16, 2022

With our middle school volleyball season ending soon, I wanted to strike while the creative iron was hot. I probably will not pull them out again until it is time for middle school boys' volleyball in the spring. They also work for PE teachers in the traditional setting, looking for something new and different.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. This article explores specific programs and approaches for the different levels of students in a high school strength and conditioning program.

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Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2022

One of the most frustrating things that happen on a way too frequent basis is students who don't go to PE because they are held back by a classroom teacher. The student being held back is almost always from upper elementary or middle school. PE should be a non-negotiable. PE should be as skippable as a math lesson.

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Heartzones

JUNE 13, 2023

Reach Outside of the 4 Walls of the Gym During my 20 year career as a PE teacher in Vinton, Iowa, my school would hold an open house the first few weeks of school. For me, as the Physical Education teacher, I would put all the different types of balls in the middle of the gym.

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Montessori Physical Education

APRIL 30, 2022

Now that it’s almost May, teachers across the country can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Only six more weeks left of school! This epiphany soon turns to dred for PE teachers who still have their Field Day looming over them. Some PE teachers love it. It can be a boon for school spirit.

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PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

Schools have a unique role in helping students develop the skills and knowledge to maintain physical and mental well-being. This article will discuss the importance of fitness and mental health in schools and the need for schools to take action through a deeper investment in physical education.

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Heartzones

MAY 11, 2022

We Needed a Change… During a district wide physical education collaboration, our staff noted that we needed a change and physical education needed to be made a top priority in the Farmington School District. High School PE Teacher Josh Hoehn. I am a better teacher because of Heart Zones.

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Spark PE

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

You’ll require a certain set of skills to handle these day-to-day tasks, with communication being one of the most important for any teacher. How can PE teachers communicate more effectively with their students? Teaching students can be a joy, but each day can present different challenges. Make Sure to Explain any Jargon.

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Check out the rising tide of athletic PE, examples from schools across the country, and how your school can take steps to add more athletic physical education classes! Physical Education Program Offerings Are Changing! million students participate in high school sports. But what is it?

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