Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

With over 30 years of teaching experience spanning Canada, Singapore, Jakarta, and Dubai, Allison has crafted a Physical Education (PE) program that not only caters to her students’ physical needs but also nurtures a lifelong passion for fitness and health.

PE

PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

A walking for fitness class is a fun, accessible way to get students moving. It works for all fitness levels and is quickly becoming a popular elective in physical education programs across the country. In this article, we’ll explore how a walking for fitness class can benefit students of all backgrounds and abilities.

Fitness

Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Parents and coaches, bombarded with stories of children being offered collegiate scholarships in middle school or making national-level teams at age ten, feel an impetus to accelerate their own childrens development. This underscores the futility of making high-stakes decisions about a childs athletic future in elementary school.

Sport

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Challenges Of Finding The Right PE Lesson Plan Template PE teachers wear many hats, striving to expose students to a wide variety of physical activities throughout the school year. THE LIFETIME FITNESS PLAYBOOK FOR PE Proven strategies to introduce more Lifetime Fitness into youre Curriculum. ” Free Download! .”

PE

Rennie Center

JUNE 30, 2025

Each lesson fits into a standard 45–50 minute class period, making it easy to integrate into existing courses and schedules. Burke Middle School in Boston with a cohort of 21 eighth-grade students. At each site, our team partnered with educators to adapt lesson plans to fit the unique strengths and needs of their classrooms.

Middle School

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Cellphone bans in schools are at an all-time high. Many educators and schools have decided to say, “No cell phones in class!” Smartphones In Schools Causing Major Problems Over the past two decades, cell phone use has skyrocketed, becoming an almost universal part of daily life for both young people and adults.

High School

Arizona Health and Physical Education

JULY 31, 2025

Hard to believe that a short 6 or 8 weeks ago, we were counting down to the END of the school year, and now here we are getting ready for another round of “meet the teacher” night! But I digress, it’s time to get ourselves ready for those early morning duties, after school meetings, sports practices and lesson planning! Simple right?

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

APRIL 17, 2025

Although the course is geared specifically towards PE teachers at the elementary and middle school levels, there is certainly much to take away regardless of what you teach and the age of students you work with! This is a huge factor in their success, as well in their ability to see fitness and exercise as a lifetime activity.

PE Teacher

Stanford Childrens

MARCH 3, 2025

Although 40 hours per week may sound like a lot, kids often use earbuds or headphones -in school for doing independent work -at home for watching videos or playing video games -at home or at athletic venues while playing sports or exercising -even in bed, while they sleep This adds up quickly!

Academics

Skillastics

APRIL 21, 2025

Lets be honest most after-school and expanded learning programs arent staffed with certified fitness trainers or PE teachers. But heres the truth: you dont have to be a fitness expert to foster active, healthy habits in young learners. After-school programs are uniquely positioned to encourage active play.

Physical Activity

Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

The reality is that physical education has limited time in a school curricula. This question is deeply connected to the question , What is important to learn in physical education in the time available (and to what standard or level of competence) to enable students to continue to pursue being physically active beyond the school gates?

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2025

But physical education isn’t one-size-fits-all. From kindergarten to high school, students grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Motor skills, fitness education, social-emotional learning, sport skills, and personal wellness all come into play. How do we prepare high school students for lifelong fitness?

Motor Skills

PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Platforms like Teachers Pay Teachers offer creative ideas, but most schools dont fund these purchases. Finding a comprehensive resource that schools are willing to invest in is rare. In elementary school, PE introduces students to a wide variety of motor skills, including running, jumping, throwing, catching, balancing, and more.

Elementary

Gopher Sport

MAY 1, 2025

Physical Education is more than just sportsits about teamwork, leadership, and lifelong fitness habits. At the International School of Creative Science in the UAE, PE teacher Maryrose Camara is bringing all of this to life in a dynamic, culturally rich program thats engaging students in ways that go far beyond the gym.

PE

Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 27, 2025

Our hope is that all educators within a school building are working together to help students develop knowledge and skills that will lead to the development of healthy habits. Studies have shown that healthy students get better grades, attend school more, and often behave better in class.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 31, 2025

An engaging and dynamic health class in high school can be a game-changer for students’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This article explores five keys to fostering a successful and impactful health class in high school. >>> It’s more than just textbook learning—it’s a chance to build lifelong skills.

Health Class

S&S

JULY 11, 2025

We all know that regular physical activity helps kids grow stronger, stay healthy, and develop lifelong fitness habits.

Physical Fitness

Gopher Sport

MAY 29, 2025

This blog provides a few ideas for preparing for the next school year as a physical educator. After you have reflected, it is time to start planning for the upcoming school year! Community Support and Enrichment Does your city have professional sports teams, fitness centers, or sports centers?

PE Teacher

PLT4M

MAY 9, 2025

These fast-paced games are easy to modify for different grade levels, making them a great fit for all elementary students. Fun Tag Games For Elementary PE Tag is a classic playground favorite, and many students have likely played some version of it outside of school. But their value extends beyond basic gameplay.

Elementary

Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

I also don't want finances to be a barrier to entry, so we have new pricing plans to fit every budget. Why Now Is the Best Time to Buy: As we head into the second half of the school year, having a solid library of lessons to keep your students engaged and active is more important than ever. What’s New?

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 15, 2025

Schools today are looking for resources that are current, relevant, and skills-based. In this article, we break down what a modern health curriculum looks like at both the middle school and high school levels. When schools provide a strong wellness curriculum, they help students build healthy habits that can last a lifetime.

Health

S&S

JULY 14, 2025

But beyond movement and fitness, PE offers something just as powerful: the chance to teach essential life skills that shape how … Read More The post From Gym to Classroom – Using PE to Teach Life Skills That Support Student Success appeared first on S&S Blog.

Gyms

MSU

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

She is 7 years old and attends the same K-12 school that I teach at. I am a 6-12th PE and Health teacher for the last three years at Baraga Area Schools. Finding a program that I would be interested in was tough, but after reading through the courses I knew this would be a perfect fit. We adopted our daughter Amya last November.

Coaching

Gopher Sport

MARCH 3, 2025

Key reasons why bowling is beneficial in PE: Inclusive Nature: Bowling can be adapted to accommodate different physical abilities, making it accessible to students with varying fitness levels. Lifetime Activity: Bowling is a sport that can be enjoyed at any age, encouraging students to maintain an active lifestyle beyond school.

Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

MARCH 24, 2025

Calling all shamrock shakers and fitness fanatics! As March rolls in, the spirit of celebration is in the air, and what better way to join the festivity than by recognizing the incredible contributions of our amazing physical education (PE) teachers, health teachers and administrators? If so, then nominate them here today!

Physical Education

Stanford Childrens

JANUARY 14, 2025

Carol Conrad was an excellent and multitalented pediatric pulmonologist, said Lloyd Minor , MD, the dean of the school of medicine and vice president of medical affairs for Stanford University. 28 at her home in Menlo Park, California. She was 63.

Conditioning

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

The Importance of PE Sub Plans Unexpected events happen throughout the school year, whether it’s illness, professional development, or emergencies. Elementary PE Sub Plans In many elementary school physical education lessons, some level of equipment or setup is required. Free Download!

PE

PLT4M

JULY 2, 2025

Skills-based health education is transforming how schools approach health instruction—shifting the focus from memorizing facts to developing real-life skills students can use to lead healthier lives. Jeff Bartlett has worked at Holten Richmond Middle School, a public 6–8 middle school in Danvers, Massachusetts, since 2008.

Health Education

Changing the Game Project

JULY 24, 2025

Nine years ago, on Fathers Day 2016 I published a blog post called “ Life Lessons from my Old School Sports Dad. ” Show up early, stay light, be fit and strong. He was known for driving them to their first day on the job, for helping them get through Proby school and the Academy, and so much more. Tears for my old school dad.

Coaching

PLT4M

JULY 30, 2025

From beginners to seasoned students and athletes, every group deserves a plan that fits their needs. PLT4M: A Dynamic Strength and Conditioning Template Solution PLT4M goes beyond the old-school template model. His classes aren’t one-size-fits-all. It should be able to evolve as your athletes do. It’s your program, your way.

Strength

SHAPE America

AUGUST 12, 2024

As the principal of a preK-12 school in remote Eastern Oregon, one of the lessons I’ve learned is this: A school staff that is cared for is a staff that will be ready to take on any obstacle that comes their way. Staff wellness must be part of the school culture, which includes truly listening to staff and their needs.

Wellness

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 3, 2023

When a school is celebrating a sports championship, they often go big: rallies, trophies, and loud cheers all around. What if the entire school and community applauded students for developing the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to be health-literate individuals ? It might be a great fit for your school.

Health

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

There are fewer sunlit hours after school for children to be outside and physically active. This time of year, it is increasingly important to incorporate physical activity into the school day. Instead of settling into an indoor, sedentary routine — it’s time to rethink the typical school day.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

AUGUST 4, 2022

At some point, most physical education teachers have had to give up the gym for a concert, rehearsal, assembly, construction, or other school/community activity. I once taught physical education classes outside — in Minnesota — for a full school year (and a month into the next year) when our gymnasium was being renovated. No Problem!

Gyms

Physical Education Update

JULY 25, 2022

As the new school year begins, I thought we’d experiment with a new look for the PE Update blog. And to kick off our new look (which I may change at any minute, by the way) here’s a video demonstrating the latest fitness craze. Have a great school year! It’s a great way to make an impression in your local downtown.

Dance

Keeping Kids in Motion

JUNE 18, 2025

In the 1970s, my siblings and I played on the same swing set at my elementary school that my mom had used back in the 1950s. Those swings endured for decades, staying in place until 2005 when they were removed. Everyone loved them.

Elementary School

Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 7, 2023

Why school nurses leave their positions has been on my mind a lot lately. The support for these school nurses who are leaving our ranks is plentiful and filled with sentiments like, “I might coming right behind you.” Maybe hanging in for one more year to see if it still fits.

Schooling