SHAPE America

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I am a proud alum of the New York public school system who was nourished and supported by the amazing efforts from teachers, coaches, professors, and community members who guided me. As a child, I was privileged and fortunate to have attended elementary school and middle school in one of New York City’s most diverse districts.

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Physical Education Teaching Teaching Education 373

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Filling up an entire semester of middle school physical education units can be challenging. But there are plenty of fun and engaging middle school physical education units to choose from. The Need For Variety With Middle School Physical Units Middle school physical education is unique!

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Middle School Physical Education Education Education 98

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

But the relationship between physical activity and academic performance could not be more intertwined. Therefore, schools must embrace the connection between physical activity and academic performance for students to reach their highest potential. Does Physical Activity Influence Academic Performance?

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Academics Physical Activity Elementary School Physical Education 98

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Physical education teachers have long tried to leave the term and memories of “gym class” behind them and spotlight their quality physical education programs. PE programs now boast a comprehensive approach to introducing students to different forms of physical fitness, health, and wellness.

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Physical Education Education Education Elementary School 119

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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PE Middle School Elementary School Cardio 52

Stanford Childrens

AUGUST 2, 2022

High schools in the state can’t start before 8:30 a.m., and for middle schools, it’s 8 a.m. Research has shown that if teens get more sleep, attendance and school performance will improve. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , seven out of 10 high-school students are not getting enough sleep.

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High School Elementary School Obesity Middle School 107

PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

But anyone who has observed or taken part in a quality physical education program knows that the subject of PE is one of the best opportunities for students’ physical health development. Students follow along to a physical education lesson plan on a tablet.

PE 52

PE Middle School Motor Skills PE Teacher 52