PLT4M

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

By offering web-based programs and device-flexible solutions, embracing technology in education doesn’t have to come at the cost of productivity or focus. PE teacher Sue Mathewson displays PLT4M curriculum options on a smart board at Hammond Central High School.

High School

PLT4M

MAY 9, 2025

Tag games for elementary PE are more than just fun ways to get students movingthey help young learners build essential skills like offensive and defensive movement, evasion tactics, change of direction, and spatial awareness. Download Now! Grades 35: 2.5.3

Elementary

The PE Geek

JANUARY 7, 2025

Fitness testing has always sparked passionate discussions in PE and sport science. 20 Comprehensive Fitness Tests : Covering 9 components of fitness, including aerobic endurance, flexibility, strength, and more. At ConnectedPE , weve seen firsthand the demand for accessible and reliable fitness testing solutions.

Fitness

PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

. >>> Free Download: Lifetime Fitness Playbook with 12 Free Lessons Why Walking for Fitness Class Is Growing in Popularity In recent years, physical education has shifted toward more student-centered PE electives offerings. Schools are turning to structured walking programs to meet the shift in modern PE. Free Download!

Fitness

PLT4M

MARCH 18, 2025

Soccer games for elementary PE are more than just fun activitiesthey help students develop essential motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness. Fun Soccer Games For Elementary PE Soccer is one of the most popular sports around the world, and many students may have already experienced playing outside of school. Download Now!

Elementary

PLT4M

JULY 30, 2025

Whether you’re managing a physical education class, off-season program, or in-season training schedule, or some combo of all – flexibility is key. >>> Instead, students follow flexible strength and conditioning templates that adjust to their goals and experience. “I They’re familiar, flexible, and get the job done.

Strength

PLT4M

AUGUST 9, 2024

Many PE classes at the high school level look to take essential steps to transition students from school to an adult life that still values and prioritizes personal fitness and wellness. Sub-standard 2.12.8 : Designs and implements a plan that applies knowledge of aerobic, strength and endurance, and flexibility training exercises.

Fitness

Gopher Sport

JULY 12, 2024

Effective Physical Education (PE) instruction hinges on thorough lesson planning. Be flexible and willing to tweak the game/activity on the fly. Through careful planning and continuous improvement, PE classes should be educational and fun! Progressive Builds- Design your lessons with progressions that build on each other.

PE Teacher

Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

When I was a kid, I thought the point of PE was having fun. Nothing brought shame quite like a week-long test that evaluated speed, strength, and flexibility. Is the goal of PE to learn the rules of basketball and baseball? The answer to all of these is yes, but they are not the goal of PE. This is no different in PE.

PE

PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. As always, PE teachers can use their discretion and experience to determine what structure and format makes the most sense for their class and audience. Below is the bear crawl with written notes and instructions!

PE Teacher

PLT4M

OCTOBER 27, 2022

PE teachers can choose from endless PE activities without equipment. We share six examples of fitness-focused pe activities without equipment and provide a downloadable PDF of even more lessons for your physical education class. Many teachers will consider splitting the class into two more manageable small groups.

PE

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2023

The benefits of technology in the classroom include: 1) Personalized Learning Experience – With educational technology, physical education teachers can tailor and deliver PE lesson plans that address individual student needs, interests, and abilities. there are still options for PE teachers to log data themselves.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2023

Virtual PE is becoming an increasingly popular way to provide physical education to students. Virtual PE is a great way to engage students in physical activity while teaching important physical education concepts. Virtual PE in the Age of Virtual Schools Virtual schools are here to stay. No matter where they are.

PE

PLT4M

JULY 27, 2022

Transforming PE – The Hartford High School – Vermont After making high-level recommendations, Michael B. Horn takes a closer look at one school’s journey to a fitness-focused personalized PE experience. Far too often, PE class makes some individuals feel like failures.” ” (pg. ” (pg.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

JULY 15, 2024

Bring STEM Concepts to PE with STEM Sports! STEM Sports has been a game changer for many PE programs across the country, as the curriculum fosters physical literacy with lessons designed for the physically active learner by taking students out of the traditional classroom setting and into the gym or on to the field.

Sports

The PE Hub

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Rainy Day PE: As a primary school teacher, you may be no stranger to wet weather causing havoc during the school day! Rainy days also often affect your lessons, especially when it comes to outdoor activities like PE. Indoor spaces that can be used for PE include school halls and classrooms.

Primary School

Elementary PE Teacher

JULY 29, 2018

Planning a year of PE curriculum, you know…units/themes/skills – have you done it yet? Be Flexible. Another important thing when planning a year of PE is to remember to be flexible. Planning a year of PE will give your curriculum direction and will help to keep you more organized. Introduction.

PE

The PE Hub

MARCH 29, 2023

What is the Primary PE and Sport Premium? The Primary PE and Sport Premium is a government initiative that aims to improve the quality of physical education (PE) and sport in primary schools in England. How is the Primary PE and Sport Premium used? What impact has the Primary PE and Sport Premium had?

PE

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 28, 2024

Here are five reasons to start teaching tennis in your PE classes: 1. Starting a unit you have never taught before might be intimidating, but USTA partnered with SHAPE America to write an easy-to-implement curriculum aligned with National PE Standards and Grade-Span Indicators! We are PE teachers.

Schooling

PLT4M

JULY 31, 2023

Mobility – Squat Therapy Test – For years, fitness tests included an element of passive muscular flexibility assessment. Nowadays, we care about your overall ‘mobility’ rather than just your passive muscular flexibility. Physical education teachers logged different fitness metrics and results into a log book.

Physical Education

Learning Through Sport

JUNE 30, 2021

Developments in curriculum frameworks around the world have formalised a rationale for critical thinking, problem solving and creativity in PE as elements in both curriculum design and in the wording of student achievement standards. Critical thinking can be learned.

Convergent Discovery

Aspire-Ed

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Over 90 primary school PE teachers, senior leaders, business managers and governors booked to join us at Millennium Point, all on a mission to boost their PE, school sport and physical activity offering. PE Deep Dive. Drawing from his experience and expertise, Greg shared: How to prepare for a PE deep dive.

Primary School

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Historically, sport coaches and strength coaches have worked with high school athletes, but now physical education teachers are getting involved. As a result, physical education teachers have to figure out if every student should be on the same training program or if there need to be multiple programs going on in the weight room at one time.

High School

What's New in Adapted Physical Education

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

With a focus on flexibility and practical application, USC's program stands out for its emphasis on developmental perspectives and hands-on experience. Boasting tracks tailored for both general and adapted PE teachers, CSULB's curriculum emphasizes behavior management, collaboration, and cutting-edge instructional design.

Flexibility

The PE Geek

APRIL 14, 2020

Fitness Tests is the quick, easy handbook guide for PE teachers, sports coaches, personal trainers or anyone looking to measure their fitness. The app allows for swift reference of over 30 fitness tests from aerobic capacity, through to flexibility.

Fitness

PLT4M

MARCH 15, 2023

In addition, we highlight schools across the country using a strength and conditioning app for PE and athletics. The goal is to have one solution for everything from PE classes to before and after school workouts. High school strength training is about having the right balance of structure and flexibility.

High School

Heartzones

AUGUST 17, 2021

Read several previous articles that share how to access money from the first two rounds for school PE and health. Using ESSER rounds of funding is a shout-out for all physical educators to raise the bar and embrace a smart approach with Smart PE. Smart PE moves minds and engages hearts. 2] That means that a portion of the $190.5

Schooling

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

And while people argue that regular physical activity can be achieved without physical education, PE lesson plans and curriculum can help equip and ensure students become physically literate. Unlike other subjects, PE requires physical activity and movement, which can be intimidating to many students. More From Wyomissing!

High School

PLT4M

JUNE 5, 2023

Physical education teachers have often relied on demonstrating new concepts by themselves or sometimes using individual students as example demonstrators. But with the increased use of technology in physical education , teachers can utilize various resources and teaching strategies to instruct. So let’s take a closer look!

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2023

This allows for more flexibility and options when it comes to managing technology in the weight room. "Phones and personal devices are a part of students' lives. But for others, Ipads or 1-to-1 school-issued Chromebooks become a popular option. How did PLT4M start? PLT4M was born in the high school weight room.

High School

Reinventing the Game

JANUARY 29, 2022

The challenge now is to fill up the flexible spaces in between the structures with realities of how learners learn. It reached a point where I wondered what really I have accomplished in decades of teaching Physical Education (PE) or if I even have been teaching at all. This is great, this is how we have survived for so long.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Imagine trying to design a PE program that engages over 1,800 students, ages 3-18, from more than 60 nationalities, all while adapting to different skill levels, cultural backgrounds, and languages! A Comprehensive PE Program Megan shared an overview of the current PE program at NIST. The school runs on a 10-day schedule.

PE

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

The landscape of physical education has evolved significantly over the last decade and it is critical that PE teachers adapt accordingly. The purpose of this article is to assist PE teachers in exploring standards-based curriculum design that emphasizes a student-centered learning environment.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 16, 2022

We break down the top 5 benefits of technology in the classroom for PE. In addition, we draw from PE teachers’ experiences and how they relate to the top 5 benefits of technology in the classroom. 2) Improve Classroom Efficiency For many PE departments across the country, time is a constant battle.

PE

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A few years ago, I had a student in a gait trainer who loved PE but couldnt fully participate in tag games. Creating an inclusive PE class doesnt have to be complicated. PE Modifications Grouped by Function Lets dive into some super simple modifications that can make a huge impact in your PE class.

Motor Skills

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

PE games for elementary students promote and enhance physical activity while helping students develop important motor skills, teamwork, physical literacy, and more. In this article, well explore various types of PE games for elementary, from tag games to team sports. Get Free Sample Lessons! Download Now!

Elementary

PLT4M

APRIL 29, 2025

From skill breakdowns to full unit plans, teachers can find everything they need to bring this exciting game into the classroom. Teachers and schools can also access special discounts and opportunities via the Spikeball PE Teacher Portal. Go To Spikeball PE Shop for school discounts!

Flexibility