Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 9, 2025

Suddenly, school nurses were at the forefront of a global health crisis, tasked with implementing new safety protocols, conducting contact tracing, and educating entire school communities about a virus we were all still learning about. A mental health crisis that manifests in the classroom. The suddenness extends beyond health crises.

Schooling

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

Designs for Health

JULY 11, 2025

American diets can provide the required essential nutrients to support health or the means to push an individual closer to disease. During physical exercise and exposure to hot weather, sweating is the largest source of water and electrolyte loss (e.g.,

Nutrition

SHAPE America

MAY 23, 2023

As an elementary physical education teacher in the Bronx, NY, I’m always looking for ways to stretch my PE budget and introduce my students to new physical activities. Here are some examples of the types of grants I’ve received, along with my advice on how you might find similar grants for your physical education classes.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 12, 2024

Health issues and challenges evolve, and so should curriculum. Middle school health curriculum is critically important because it targets students at a pivotal age when they are developing habits and attitudes that will influence their future health. Consider this model a win-win!

Middle School

PLT4M

MAY 23, 2024

The number of adolescents reporting poor mental health is increasing. As our young people grapple with mental health issues, schools play a vital role in supporting student mental health with resources, services, and opportunities. Student mental health issues are on the rise! Behavioral Problems : About 7.4%

Health

PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

As the world continues to grapple with the effects of the pandemic and tumultuous times, it is becoming increasingly evident that fitness and mental health are essential components of a healthy lifestyle. Schools have a unique role in helping students develop the skills and knowledge to maintain physical and mental well-being.

Fitness

Physical Education Update

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Both would benefit from the knowledge about health, flexibility, fitness and nutrition that PE classes provide. Statistics show that almost 2/3 of Ohio adults are overweight or obese and only 47% of Ohio adults get a sufficient amount of physical activity. Ohio’s Physical Activity Plan, 2009. References: 1.

Physical Education

Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

The activities in this module are designed to teach students how to move safely around a track (running loop) while exploring different locomotor movements and having imaginative fun with their classmates. Concepts introduced include physical activity in and out of school, basic nutrition education, safety and locomotor movements.

Nutrition

School Yard

AUGUST 27, 2024

Transforming Classrooms with Play-based Learning In the second episode of the season, host Nancy Chung sits down with two subject matter experts from School Specialty: Kathy Descamps, an expert in physical education, health, and wellness, and returning guest Jennifer Fernandez in early childhood.

Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 21, 2023

April 18, 2023 Hans Van der Mars , professor emeritus at Arizona State University’s Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, received the 2023 Luther Halsey Gulick Award at the Society of Health and Physical Educators, or SHAPE, America National Convention and Expo on March 30.

Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The kids at Irene Lopez Elementary School had a ball on Thursday, and students at over 600 other schools throughout Arizona will soon follow suit thanks to a new partnership between the Arizona Coyotes and Equality Health. That’s what they want to do in health and wellness, and that’s what we do as an organization.”

Elementary School

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

These include: STATE GOAL 19: Acquire movement and motor skills and understand concepts necessary to engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity. STATE GOAL 20: Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness based upon continual self-assessment.

PE

Physed n Health

MARCH 1, 2023

Physical education is an important subject that plays a crucial role in promoting physical activity, health, and overall well-being of students. Traditionally, physical education has focused on fitness assessment, such as measuring students’ physical capabilities and comparing them to established standards.

Assessment

PLT4M

AUGUST 9, 2024

Physical education classes offer unique opportunities for students to explore fitness, health, and wellness. This empowers them to take control of their health and well-being, setting the foundation for a lifetime of physical activity and wellness. Ready to WOW your Admins?

Fitness

Designs for Health

JULY 7, 2023

Bone health is dependent on a dynamic balance between cellular activity, nutrient availability, existing structure, and signaling from genes and cellular pathways. As we age, certain lifestyle factors such as physical activity and nutritional status may influence bone integrity and overall health.

Health

Designs for Health

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Premenstrual discomfort has been linked to hormone imbalances, changes in thyroid health, and nutritional insufficiencies, including vitamin B6 deficiencies. Certain lifestyle factors may also influence premenstrual discomfort, including psychological stress and physical activity. Ambrose, ND, MAT

Nutrition

PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

” and how it relates to the world of physical education. In addition, we break down some of the key concepts of physical literacy and discuss PLT4M’s role in the pursuit of supporting students lifelong journey of health and wellness. International Physical Literacy Association. ” (Whitehead M.

Physical Education

Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

This module includes activities that are designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills to be healthy and active for a lifetime. The pillars of good health are addressed through a variety of engaging and activity-based lessons. 8) Seeks out and identifies fitness opportunities in the local community.

Middle School

Designs for Health

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Muscular health has been shown to improve body composition , metabolic health , and longevity by decreasing the risk for cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and metabolic diseases. Two recent clinical studies examined the effect of an innovative ingredient, NPN_1 (PeptiStrong TM ), on muscle health and DOMS.

Muscle Strength

PLT4M

MAY 26, 2023

While PLT4M is utilized in schools by teachers and students, PLT4M Classroom is an excellent opportunity for any physical education teacher to brush up on different topics like fitness, weightlifting, yoga, nutrition, and more. But, talking about nutrition to students can be challenging.

Physical Education

PE with Palos

MARCH 11, 2022

Tablets, television and video game consoles are the new slides and swings, and it is taking a toll on children’s eating habits and physical health. Limited physical activity is an obvious reason excessive screen time is unhealthy, but the ads that come with the media they are consuming can be harmful as well.

Nutrition

PLT4M

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Nutrition is a key component of overall health, so let’s make sure people have the basic information about calorie needs to make informed decisions. Because depending on the day and time, our physical activity levels and other factors will impact our overall hunger.

Nutrition

Physical Education Ideas

AUGUST 6, 2021

Teaching Health can be intimidating and sensitive, depending on the topic. Teaching Health can also be the most rewarding subject to teach as you get to engage in critical content that helps to develop life skills. Did you know that a properly taught Health program reduces the risk of heart disease by 2.16 Food and Nutrition.

Teaching

The Sporting

DECEMBER 29, 2022

With supplements of various brands loaded on the shelves of different supermarkets and online, companies presenting their innovative fitness equipment for their targeted audiences, one cannot ignore the importance of nutrition when it comes to attaining the optimum fitness goals – especially intake of protein after strenuous physical activity.

Nutrition

Stanford Childrens

JUNE 18, 2024

Thomas Robinson , MD, the Irving Schulman, MD, Endowed Professor of Child Health and professor of pediatrics and of medicine, developed the Pediatric Weight Control Program at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health in the 1990s, has conducted decades of research on childhood and adolescent obesity and was following the updated recommendations closely.

Obesity

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. But without good health, students’ ability to engage and excel is severely compromised.

Health Education

PLT4M

JULY 2, 2024

Looking for an online health textbook to support your health and physical education classes? PLT4M has a wide range of curriculum and technology resources to support everything in the world of health, fitness, and wellness in schools. Students work on a PLT4M nutrition lesson on lap tops.

Health

PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

As a result, the belief is that students do not need more physical activity via physical education classes. In a recent survey , the most commonly reported reasons for physical education waiver forms were participation in school sports (27.9%) and other school activities such as band, chorus, or JROTC (32.5%).

Physical Education

Designs for Health

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The role of muscle tone in metabolic health Metabolic health refers to how well the body generates and processes energy, taking into account cardiovascular risk, blood sugar regulation, blood pressure, and waist circumference. What are some nutrients that can support muscle tone?

Body Composition

School Spring Board

MAY 20, 2021

Hosted by the Center for Wellness and Nutrition (CWN) in partnership with the California Indian Museum & Cultural Center (CIMCC) and Springboard to Active Schools. Articulate strategies for improving Native student mental health during the pandemic through a holistic approach. Define indigenous concepts of wellness.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Sleep lesson plans can empower students with the knowledge and skills to tap into the power of sleep for overall health and wellness. In fact, students struggle with the quantity and quality of sleep that can promote better overall health. Incorporating sleep lesson plans into PE and health is also a natural fit.

Immune system

S&S

AUGUST 18, 2023

By infusing physical activity with fun … Read More The post Health and Fitness Games for PE or Camp appeared first on S&S Blog. In a world where screens dominate entertainment, it’s crucial to find innovative and engaging ways to keep kids moving and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Fitness

School Spring Board

MAY 20, 2021

Objectives: Understand the connection between social emotional learning and classroom physical activity and how the COVID-19 pandemic requires creative approaches to keeping children active in school. (Re)introduce Re)introduce tools for integrating physical activity in the classroom. OLI Small Group Notes.

Physical Activity

Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 2, 2021

Team-building , routine-setting, and health-related fitness with fun and engaging activities designed to reinforce 3 simple classroom rules. Nutrition Trivia Time Card [PDF, WORD]. Active Home Menu Board [PDF, WORD]. Activities with Physical Distancing [ PDF Packet ]. Instant Adventure Packet [PDF, WORD].

Fitness

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Most grants have larger defining characteristics that physical education can easily address. “The SPARK Grant Finder Tool helps you locate funding for your Physical Education, After School, Early Childhood, Classroom Activity, or Coordinated School Health program.

Physical Education

Designs for Health

JANUARY 3, 2024

A holistic detox plan should help ensure minimum daily energy requirements and nutritional adequacy. A proper diet, adequate sleep, and appropriate amounts of physical activity are crucial for optimal detoxification function and weight management. By Danielle Moyer Male, MS, CNS, LDN

Nutrition