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5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

SHAPE America

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Include foundational skills (e.g.,

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Physical Activity vs Physical Education

PLT4M

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity? Let’s dive in!

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Managing Student Behavior – The Power Of Physical Activity

PLT4M

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. More on The Whole School Model Check out how physical activity and physical education are pillars of the Whole School Model.

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Evidence Based Practices In Education

PLT4M

” – Vanderbilt University – Special Education Resource Project Long story short, education research leads to research findings that use data and evidence to show the effectiveness of a teaching strategy. A teacher works with a student using technology in physical education. .”

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Functional Fitness – What, Why, & How

PLT4M

Functional fitness is any exercise or workout that improves your body’s natural movement patterns. This type of exercise emphasizes functional movements that can be used in everyday life. Download Now – 24 Free Follow Along Fitness Workouts for Physical Education [Free PDF] What is Functional Fitness?

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Flying into Fun: Disc It, the Next Evolution in PE Games

Gopher PE

Easy to Learn, Quick to Setup Indoors & Outdoors Disc It isn’t just a game; it’s a complete Physical Education Unit wrapped up in a kit for 4-10 players that effortlessly merges fun with learning for younger and older students alike. This means less time organizing and more time engaging students in active play.

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Yoga For High School Students In Action

PLT4M

Yoga for high school students opens the door to a lifetime of physical fitness and mental health benefits. At Canton High School, every student has the opportunity to explore and try out yoga during physical education class. Young people see yoga as a viable form of physical exercise but aren’t always sure where to start.