PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

When a physical education teacher can’t be in class, whether due to illness, professional development, or personal matters, the show must go on. Effective PE sub plans are essential to ensure that students continue to engage in meaningful physical activity no matter who is leading the class.

PE

SHAPE America

JULY 25, 2024

Teaching media literacy in skills-based health education can do just that. Digital wellness education addresses the physical and emotional health impacts of media use, with attention to helping develop the conscious, balanced use of media that aligns with an individual’s goals for their health and well-being.

Health Education

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Wisconsin Health and Physical Education (WHPE), a SHAPE America state affiliate, has been “speaking out” for quality health and physical education in Wisconsin for more than two decades. Advocating for health and physical education is worth the effort!

Physical Education

SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

As a physical educator in northern Minnesota, I have to be prepared for long winters with lots of snow! Here are a few winter activities for elementary PE that include opportunities to practice personal responsibility, cultural studies, and physical fitness outside. She also serves on the MNSHAPE Board of Directors.

Elementary

SHAPE America

APRIL 20, 2023

National PE & Sport Week (May 1-7) is just about here. And with the celebration of healthy lifestyles, active minds and bodies, let’s reflect on the importance of physical education and sports. SHAPE America’s National PE & Sport Week allows us to showcase, promote, advocate, and show off our best ideas.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Gaining National Recognition status for your physical education teacher education (PETE) and/or health education teacher education (HETE) program begins with accreditation, which is a review of the quality of your educator preparation program(s). Complete a curriculum map. Choosing the Right SPA.

Assessment

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 3, 2023

What if the entire school and community applauded students for developing the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to be health-literate individuals ? As a middle school health and physical education teacher, I know first-hand that initiatives impacting the whole school and surrounding community can be powerful.

Health

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Christi Meyer is a long-time advocate for quality physical education programs. While Christi has retired from teaching after over 30 years in the field, she is still sharing insights and ideas for PE programs across the country. Check out her actionable steps to funding physical education programs. Check it out!

Physical Education

SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Additional lessons dive further into the dangers of underage cannabis use, and important social foundations including goal setting, decision making, and refusal strategies, making Ask, Listen, Learn a well-rounded program for almost any health, physical education, or science teacher.

Health

Human Kinetics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Active Digital Living presentation slides Books Related to the Presentation Human Kinetics books can be found in our Health Education , Physical Education , and Adapted Physical Education Collections, including Technology for Physical Educators, Health Educators, and Coaches by Seth Jenny.

Physical Education

Physical Education Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

It’s the typical argument of the ill-informed…the same type of people responsible for declaring physical education to be a frill subject. Physical education and the provision of facilities that encourage physical activity are anything but frills. Dick Moss, Editor, PE Update.com. Absolutely not.

Recreation

SHAPE America

MAY 31, 2022

In the fall of 1971 — less than a year before Title IX was passed — I was hired to head the Department of Physical Education at Kansas State University (K-State). The 1971 yearbook notes that women’s intercollegiate teams were “coached by members of the women’s Physical Education Department and sponsored by the Intramural Department.

Academics

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In addition, they provide Illinois learning standards for a diverse range of subject areas, including physical education. The 6 ISBE PE standards help to outline the guiding principles for developing the physically literate individual through physical education.

PE

Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 23, 2024

National PE & Sport Week is a celebration of the importance of physical education and health education, in addition to kicking off National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Health and physical education is a critical component of a well-rounded education.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

MAY 23, 2023

By Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL The PE Central Online School is under new ownership. Human Kinetics (HK), the premier publisher of K-12 and higher education resources for physical education (PE), health education, adapted physical activity, and dance, acquired the online school effective March 31.

Online Schooling

PLT4M

MAY 22, 2024

Health education is a critical component of a well-rounded educational program, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. Let’s be honest, health class has a bad wrap!

Health Education

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Physical education teacher resources can enhance and support the mission of quality physical education in schools all across the country. We explore some of the best physical education teacher resources and how teachers can tap into lesson plans, technology, and more.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MAY 23, 2024

.” But how can we further develop mental health in schools to create a preventative and proactive approach for all students? Let’s make the case for investing in physical education and health. Consider physical education and health classes the direct line to any and all tier 1 mental health support systems.

Health

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

In this presentation, Human Kinetics author Aaron Beighle discusses the evidence-informed approach that has been used to prepare many generations of physical educators. Dynamic Physical Education presentation slides. . Presentation Material. Books by the Presenters. .

Physical Education

Slow Chat PE

JUNE 2, 2023

We have witnessed the pendulum swing towards a more just and inclusive health and physical education field. Notably, we observe positive shifts in areas such as elementary school fitness testing, the reconsideration of dodgeball, and the adoption of skills-based health education.

Schooling

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

Human Kinetics books can be found in our Health Education , Physical Education , and Adapted Physical Education Collections , including their books Universal Design for Learning in Physical Education , PE for Children with Moderate to Severe Disabilities , Strategies for Inclusion With Web Resource 3rd Edition, and Physical Education for (..)

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

In the presentation below, Human Kinetics author Chuck Corbin discusses the criteria to determine if a program is considered academic, the "PE Effect", and the options for improving academic status and advancement of physical education. . . Presentation Material. Presentation Slides. Coming soon: Fitness for Life 7E. .

Academics

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Physical education is an integral part of any student’s education. This article will discuss the importance of having a fitness curriculum in physical education and provide tips on creating an effective and engaging scope and sequence of materials. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

In the presentation below, Human Kinetics authors Lauren Lieberman and Michelle Grenier discuss using the Lieberman/Brian Inclusion Rating Scale for Physical Education (LIRSPE) to become more inclusive, welcoming, and diversified. . . The Lieberman-Brian Inclusion Rating Scale for Physical Education (LIRSPE).

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 26, 2023

Shape America sets the standard for physical education. As Shape works to enhance physical education across the country, PLT4M is proud to be a part of the mission. PLT4M is a proud premier Shape America member dedicated to the shared mission of enhancing physical education for teachers, students, and schools.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

MARCH 7, 2022

In the presentation below, Human Kinetics author Brian Culp discusses dehumanization and its relationship to physical education practices, spatiality to promote social justice, and thoughts about rehumanizing planning in physical education programs. . . . . Books by Presenter.

Physical Education

Learning Through Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Concept based learning and thematic curriculum for physical education have been suggested for reconceptualisation of PE curricula that is more educatively focused and strengths-based. Basketball as a concept might be the focus of one term of PE which is dedicated to the theme: education in movement.

Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

MARCH 22, 2024

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 teachers, health teachers and administrators? Do you know a PE and/or Health teacher who: Inspires their students to embrace healthy lifestyles?

Middle School

PLT4M

JULY 27, 2022

At PLT4M, we wholeheartedly believe in the power of physical education, health, and wellness for students. However, one leader in the world of education who has always been an advocate is Michael B. Horn speaks and writes about the future of education. Horn. Michael B. ” (pg. ” (pg. ” (pg.

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

When it comes to preparing for gymnastics lesson plans in physical education, you don’t need an Olympic style set up from pommel horses to parallel bars. Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. From PE games to fitness activities, PLT4M has countless options.

PE Teacher

Heartzones

JULY 25, 2024

Physical Education Technology in Hong Kong See how Heart Zones’ wearable technology, or Smart PE, is spreading around the world with a glimpse into a primary school in China! The students at Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary are loving the new addition to their Physical Education program.

PE

Slow Chat PE

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Adopt-a-Gym is a “ by kids, for kids ” fundraiser where schools raise funds to purchase physical education equipment for other schools that are short on resources to purchase adequate equipment for themselves.”. His story is amazing and I can’t wait to get him on the Shapes of Identity podcast! What Kevin is doing is amazing.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

MAY 23, 2023

By Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL The PE Central Online School is under new ownership. Human Kinetics (HK), the premier publisher of K-12 and higher education resources for physical education (PE), health education, adapted physical activity, and dance, acquired the online school effective March 31.

Online Schooling

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

; and Ana Kolbach, Specialists at Vermont Department of Education. In the presentation below, a team from the Vermont Department of Education gives an overview of the Vermont PE Assessment Plan, including the use of FitnessGram, Brockport Physical Fitness test, and individual fitness assessments for youths with disabilities. . .

Fitness

PLT4M

JULY 29, 2024

Skill Development Tennis Lesson Plans Students who are tennis players outside of physical education might be eager to jump into full blown tennis matches. 3 Tennis Drills For Physical Education Below are three different tennis drills for beginner players in physical education.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

Human Kinetics books can be found in our Health Education , Physical Education , and Adapted Physical Education Collections, including Developing Game Sense in Physical Education and Sport by Ray Breed. . Developing Game Sense presentation slides. . Book from the Presenter.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Presented by Nancy Egner Markos, MEd, retired elementary physical education and health specialist, and retired clinical instructor for the University of Virginia. . After viewing the presentation, download a certificate of completion for Teaching the Nuts and Bolts of PE. . Professional Development.

Teaching