SHAPE America

OCTOBER 3, 2023

When a school is celebrating a sports championship, they often go big: rallies, trophies, and loud cheers all around. During Health Literacy Month this October, it’s a good time to ask: What if we celebrated health literacy like we celebrate sports? In addition, check out SHAPE America’s health. ® FUNdraising program.

Health 441

Health Schooling Creativity Health Education 441

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We break down the importance of drug education, highlight drug education curriculum from the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA), and talk about how schools can incorporate activities into physical education and health classes. FAQ Does PLT4M have other health related units?

Education 59

Education Education Physical Education Health Class 59

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Schools have a lot to cover and only so much time. Authors Note: In recent years, the larger educational community has explored if any subject should be required, especially at the high school level. Much of this criticism comes from outdated stereotypes of “gym class.” So should physical education be required?

Physical Education 119

Physical Education Education Education Elementary School 119

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

If you were to travel across the United States asking schools how they approach health education, you’d get a VERY wide range of responses. Some schools avoid the topic altogether. Others use a more comprehensive approach, emphasizing skills and decision making in class. Some stress strict “Just Say No”-style messages.

Health 221

Health Sex Ed Health Education Schooling 221