Slow Chat PE

JUNE 2, 2023

Just as a sports team reviews game films to engage in honest conversations on how to improve, we must adopt a similar mindset when reflecting on our actions, decisions, and interactions. We have witnessed the pendulum swing towards a more just and inclusive health and physical education field. It really is a “grown up” decision.

Schooling 189

Schooling Elementary School Physical Education High School 189

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

If you are teaching older students in health education class, another activity idea would be to have them compare the stores, restaurants and health facilities that are available in neighborhoods of higher and lower socioeconomic status. Use Sports Stories to Talk About Discrimination.

Physical Education 221

Physical Education Health Education Education 221

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. And it is a fair question. These are your non-negotiables.

Health Education 338

Health Education Health Teaching Teaching 338

Arizona Health and Physical Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

If you are teaching older students in health education class, another activity idea would be to have them compare the stores, restaurants and health facilities that are available in neighborhoods of higher and lower socioeconomic status. Here’s what she had to say about the process.

Physical Education 65

Physical Education Health Education Education 65