SHAPE America

JULY 31, 2025

As a middle school physical education teacher, my goal is for all students to have a place where they feel valued, supported and motivated to participate. While the connection between teacher and student is important, it’s just the beginning. Neace is the 2025 SHAPE America Southern District Middle School Teacher of the Year.

PE

PLT4M

JUNE 19, 2025

PE teachers can’t do it alone. School leaders—including PE teachers, curriculum directors, principals, and counselors—must work together to build a program that reflects the needs of today’s students. Just look at the physical education program at Saratoga Springs High School in New York.

High School

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Planning effective physical education lessons can be challenging, especially when juggling a packed schedule with various courses. But PE teachers don’t have to start from scratch every time. Balancing so many disciplines and creating diverse physical education lesson plans can be daunting.

PE

PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

Classes can also feature core work, bodyweight exercises, or light strength training to complement the walking focus. With PLT4M, teachers have a clear roadmap to follow. Students gain structure, variety, and education—all within the framework of a fitness walking class that meets them where they are.

Fitness

Physical Education Ideas

MAY 2, 2023

It helps students to develop a positive attitude towards their physical and mental health, which is essential for leading a healthy and successful life. This is where Physical Education teachers are vital. Of course, to do this, they must achieve set outcomes across reading, viewing, writing, comprehension and vocabulary.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

And if there aren’t options within the school district, many teachers are encouraged to look for grant funds. Christi breaks down where to start when it comes to consider funding physical education programs in public schools. Full Webinar Check out the full webinar with Christi Meyer on funding physical education programs.

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

Students can practice and develop body control, balance, mobility, strength, and more through the fun and exciting sport of gymnastics. Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. Teachers can pair and match different drills depending on total class time.

PE Teacher