PLT4M

JULY 2, 2025

The standards provide a framework that emphasizes skill development over rote memorization of health class content, aligning with modern approaches to education that value application and action. The 8 National Health Education Standards are: Use functional health information to support health and well-being of self and others.

Health Education

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. Piekarz-Porter, et al.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

MARCH 6, 2025

I grappled with this for a while because we take it for granted that student needs are accounted for in a movement-based class. Yet, it became increasingly clear that the diverse learning needs of all students needed to be addressed in health and physical education as well. We have also incorporated the health skill cues (e.g.,

Physical Education