Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Simultaneously, the long-debunked myth linking the measles vaccine to autism is resurging online due to high-profile interviews with known conspiracy theorists and leaders in the anti-vax movement. We are often the first to spot outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases, serving as an early warning system for public health.

Schooling

Relentless School Nurse

JULY 27, 2025

As frontline nurses and longtime child advocates, Gaffney and Mills have seen the damage hunger does to children’s health and development. Chronic hunger increases the risk of long-term health problems and erodes emotional well-being. The long-term consequences for children’s health and academic success are profound and preventable.

Schooling

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Although I have retired from my career as a health and physical educator, I continue to advocate about the importance of physical literacy and physical activity. Her parents indicated, Adding some movement opportunities after reading the book was a positive addition to the library storytime.

Physical Activity

Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

As school nurses, our days are a whirlwind of responsibilities: addressing student health needs, adapting to ever-changing protocols, and striving to keep everyone safe. You might repeat a simple phrase or make a small movement (perhaps your hand on your heart or a finger pointing toward the glimmer) each time you find a glimmer.

Nervous system

Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Promote health-enhancing physical activity : Daily movement and activity are woven into the fun, with exciting physical challenges that keep students energized.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Participation in PE classes can support physical, mental, and emotional health among students now and into their adult lives. Physical education is more than just a scheduled block in the school day—it’s an opportunity for fostering lifelong health and fitness habits. However, not all PE programs are created equal.

PE

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

. >>> Free Download: Lifetime Fitness Playbook with 12 Free Lessons Importance Of Physical Education Electives The goal of physical education is to equip students with skills, knowledge, and interest to pursue a lifetime of fitness, health, and wellness.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

APRIL 16, 2025

By thoughtfully integrating a variety of skills and activities, we ensure that every studentespecially those who identify as non-PE or non-athletehas the opportunity to achieve success, develop confidence, and ultimately discover their unique movement niche.

Physical Education

Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

More, Younger Youth sports occupy a special place in American culture, shaping childrens character, health, and social lives. Children have shorter limbs and different leverage points compared to adults, which influences their biomechanics during movements like throwing, kicking, or running. This is the age of proprioception.

Sports

Active Schools Us

DECEMBER 17, 2024

AFHKs dedication to whole-child health aligns seamlessly with our mission, allowing us to work together to promote physical activity as a vital component of student success. Champions like you are vital to the Active Schools movement. Action for Healthy Kids proudly serves as the home of Active Schools.

Schooling

PE for Parents

JUNE 6, 2025

ConnectEd Our ConnectEd program is a comprehensive approach to social-emotional health and youth risk behavior prevention. Financials Take Action Join the movement to help every kid be healthy, in whatever way works for you! Close Menu Take Action Join the movement to help every kid be healthy, in whatever way works for you!

Wellness

PE for Parents

JUNE 26, 2025

ConnectEd Our ConnectEd program is a comprehensive approach to social-emotional health and youth risk behavior prevention. Financials Take Action Join the movement to help every kid be healthy, in whatever way works for you! Close Menu Take Action Join the movement to help every kid be healthy, in whatever way works for you!

Nutrition

Learning Through Sport

MARCH 23, 2025

Research consistently shows a link between low physical activity in adulthood and low movement competence (World Health Organization, 2024). Journal of school health , 83 (1), 8-13. The lancet child & adolescent health , 4 (1), 23-35. School sport participation during adolescence and mental health in early adulthood.

Sports

PLT4M

JUNE 19, 2025

The high school physical education curriculum plays a critical role in shaping students’ long-term relationship with health and fitness. The Bigger Picture Low activity isn’t just a health concern—it impacts academic achievement, mental health, and overall student well-being. PE teachers can’t do it alone.

High School

Montessori Physical Education

JUNE 8, 2025

Meanwhile, there has been a national movement towards cross-curricular integration. It could involve using heart rate data in a graphing activity, analyzing movement mechanics in a science unit, or playing a traditional indigenous sport from a culture the students are studying. It doesn’t mean less movement. It’s not our job.”

PE

Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Professional background highlights: In May of 2007, I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse with a Bachelor of Science degree in School Health Education and Exercise Sport Science. I also enjoy facilitating professional development opportunities focused on team building and “Learning Through Movement.”

Education

PLT4M

JULY 15, 2025

A high-quality health curriculum is more than a requirement—it’s a powerful tool that equips students with lifelong wellness skills. As student needs evolve, so should the way we teach health. In this article, we break down what a modern health curriculum looks like at both the middle school and high school levels.

Health

PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

In addition, we’ll look at key health benefits, how to structure the class, and share sample lesson ideas and workouts that keep things engaging. A fitness walking class encourages students to be active, consistent, and intentional with their movement—laying the foundation for lifelong fitness. >>>

Fitness

Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

By my way of observation, this implication of skill development introduced and developed in a progressive and staged manner seems inherent in many fundamental movement skill assessment and teaching programs. Health orientated/optimising physical education (HOPE: e.g. Metzler et al., Meaning in movement, sport and physical education.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2025

Think of them as movement-based bell ringers that: Require little to no instruction. Promote Various Movement: Even short bursts of activity support student health and wellness. What Are Instant Activities for Elementary PE? Get kids’ heart rates up and bodies moving. Reinforce classroom routines. Get Free Sample Lessons!

Elementary

Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The focus is on age-appropriate exercises such as bodyweight movements, light resistance training, and core stability work. Students also learn proper form and the importance of regular physical activity for overall health. These exercises improve strength, coordination, and help prevent injuries.

Flexibility

PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

The Importance of High-Quality Elementary PE Lesson Plans Elementary physical education is about so much more than just games or physical activity; its about laying the foundation for lifelong health, wellness, and physical literacy.

Elementary

Stanford Childrens

MARCH 21, 2025

And this year at Stanford Medicine Childrens Health, theres a lot to celebrate. If participants share movement goals, the intervention may take on more of a physical aspect. Its an opportunity to celebrate the important role these Creative Arts therapists play in combining the benefits of creative expression and psychological support.

Creativity

Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

So we all are trying to get to the playing time as quickly as possible, and my assumptions about their understanding of the gross motor movement(s) often mean we skip practice and go straight to the game. It was an eye-opening and fulfilling exercise.

PE Teacher

Stanford Childrens

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Joint hypermobility means that some or all of a persons joints have an unusually large range of movement, and they are able to move their limbs into positions others find impossible. While they usually outgrow this resiliency by age 18 as joints mature and stabilize, for some children, joint hypermobility can be a lifelong problem.

Conditioning

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

This exciting partnership will provide schools with a comprehensive and engaging K-5 PE curriculum designed to foster movement, skill development, and a lifelong love of physical activity. Having already partnered with over 1,000 secondary schools, we understand the importance of delivering top-quality content to younger students as well.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2025

From foundational movement to advanced fitness, our programs are structured, flexible, and student-centered. These skills are essential building blocks for more complex movements later on. This phase is about preparing young people to take charge of their own health and fitness for life.

Motor Skills

Skillastics

APRIL 21, 2025

Whether you’re running an Expanded Learning physical activity program or seeking movement-based enrichment activities, the right approach can empower any staff member to confidently lead physical activities. Kids need movement. Creating a Positive Movement Culture Motivation is contagious.

Physical Activity

Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Gun safety has evolved into a powerful social movement, transcending political divisions through its focus on public health and community well-being. A pivotal strategy within the gun safety movement has been its successful reframing of gun violence as a public health epidemic.

Movement

Designs for Health

JANUARY 28, 2025

The gastrointestinaltract of humans requires many nutrients and other health-supportive compounds to function at its best. When working optimally, the GI tract should be able to promptly detect, respond to, and remove any threat that stands to harm GI health.

Immune system

Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 16, 2025

Grandparents for Vaccines is a national, nonpartisan organization dedicated to protecting the health of children through the proven power of immunization. By uniting grandparents nationwide, the organization is building a powerful movement dedicated to safeguarding the next generation from preventable diseases.

Movement

Relentless School Nurse

MAY 12, 2025

is a timely podcast exploring Americas crisis of trust in science and public health. Inside a Rare Conversation: MAHA Grassroots Meets Public Health Leaders What happens when two groups who rarely speak but often speak about each other finally sit down face-to-face? Would bringing them together lead to a shouting match?

Health

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

Even when the teacher is absent, PE should still promote movement and exercise. Simple exercises, games, or activities with clear instructions ensure the substitute can manage the class with ease. Avoid a Free Block Sub days shouldnt be a time for students to relax.

PE

Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Six year old Ruby Bridges stepped into the history books in 1960 when she integrated William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans becoming a national icon for the civil rights movement. Today her story continues to inspire the next generation of leaders to end racism together one step at a time. For more information, ( Click Here).

Elementary School

Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The 2024 election results present a significant challenge for the gun violence prevention movement. The Role of the Medical Community Brady’s This is Our Lane Advisory Council continues to play a pivotal role in the gun safety movement. Brady Annual Report 2024 – Leading the Movement to End Gun Violence

Movement

Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 6, 2024

as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) has sparked significant controversy, particularly due to Kennedy’s history of vaccine skepticism and promotion of health misinformation. Kennedy has been a prominent figure in the anti-vaccine movement, making numerous statements questioning the safety and efficacy of vaccines.

Health

AASP

JUNE 26, 2025

The consequences, they argue, are a cascade of severe health conditions ranging from asthma and facial malformation to ADHD and depression. Let your chest move naturally as a byproduct of belly movement. Frontiers in public health, 5 , 222. According to authors and influencers, modern humans have “forgotten” how to breathe.

Nervous system