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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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JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Then we went back to school.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2023

It is no secret that physical activity is essential to a student’s development. But what is often overlooked is physical activity’s powerful role in managing student behavior. Student Behavior Issues On The Rise Managing student behavior has always been on the minds of educators and schools.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

.” The old school term “gym class” usually elicits images of rolling out the balls and playing dodgeball. Physical education teachers have long tried to leave the term and memories of “gym class” behind them and spotlight their quality physical education programs. Piekarz-Porter, et al.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. In addition, we provide a clear call to action for schools and states to dedicate more physical activity opportunities and daily physical education to empower students.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The Need For Variety With Middle School Physical Units Middle school physical education is unique! Roxeanne Bush, a middle school PE teacher in Illinois, describes the need for variety and choice , “Students at this level crave choice and different options.

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JULY 21, 2023

In addition, we offer ideas and insights for physical education teachers looking to enhance a quality program at their schools. What is Quality Physical Education? School districts across the United States go about creating quality physical education in different and unique ways.

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