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Using the National Health Education Standards and Other Important Elements to Guide Your Teaching in Health Ed

SHAPE America

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.

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How to Teach Students About Death in the Health Education Classroom (or Any Classroom)

SHAPE America

When we teach students about death in health education, we can help them understand life, empathy, and resilience. Here are five tips on how to teach students about death in the health education classroom (or any classroom). We also help them become more comfortable talking about other uncomfortable topics.

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Health Education Lesson Plans

PLT4M

Health education is a vital component of a well-rounded curriculum, as it provides students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to maintain and improve their health, prevent disease, and reduce risky behaviors. What Are Health Education Lesson Plans?

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7 Ways to Turn Health Literacy Month Into a School-Wide Celebration

SHAPE America

But if you need financial support to make something really pop, consider making a pitch to your Parent Teacher Association or to local education support groups. In addition, check out SHAPE America’s health. It might be a great fit for your school. has a passion for teaching health and physical education.

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Continuing a Legacy of Health Education and Outreach

Arizona Health and Physical Education

You could say Sabrina Plattner, MEd , has health and wellness in her DNA. Plattner, a senior health educator in the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health , grew up in Tucson, the daughter of Heather and David Alberts, MD.

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Implementing a Fitness Education Curriculum Model

Human Kinetics

In the presentation below, Human Kinetics authors Jayne Greenberg and Nichole Calkins discuss a fitness education curriculum model and its benefits for students. . . After viewing the presentation, download a certificate of completion for Implementing a Fitness Education Curriculum Model. . Professional Development.

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Call for Presentation Proposals

Arizona Health and Physical Education

We are currently seeking proposals on a wide range of topics within these categories: Adapted Physical Education Advocacy Coaching Dance Fitness and Conditioning Health Education Higher Education Jump Rope For Heart/Hoops For Heart Physical Activity Physical Education Recreation School Health Education Technology Presentation Proposal Link