PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

And on top of that, we are tasked with teaching certain components of health and wellness.” ” And although middle school students want a wide variety of options, it doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice introducing and developing critical physical fitness concepts.

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Per the CDC, physical education is an academic subject just like math, science, or social studies, “It (PE) is an academic subject characterized by a planned, sequential K–12 curriculum (course of study) that is based on the national standards for physical education. Physical education should do the same!

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. Alex has an undergraduate degree in Physical Education Teaching and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching in Physical Education.

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PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

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. Download Now – 24 Free Follow Along Fitness Workouts for Physical Education [Free PDF] What is Physical Literacy?

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

We did so, because we knew that exercise’s mental and physical benefits were essential for students’ well-being while living through a pandemic. Then we went back to school. Quickly the benefits of physical activity in schools took a back seat. Where Did Physical Fitness In School Go?

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PLT4M

MARCH 24, 2023

For example, Judd Hunter is a PE teacher at Arlington High School in Washington. He says that incorporating a physical education app was a no-brainer, “ Phones and devices are a part of students’ lives. It gives them a new level of independence crucial to our physical identity mission.”

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

And while they both are crucial to the health and wellness of our children, there should be a clear delineation between physical activity vs physical education. Shape America and other groups have worked to help make a clear distinction between physical activity vs physical education.

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PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

As part of a larger physical education curriculum model, fitness education connects physical activity to overall health and wellness. The goal is that students develop the skills and interest for a sustained physically active life. Sue is a high school P.E. Meet Sue!

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SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Be creative and include them in games and movement challenges.

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PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Competence: Provide quality instruction and demonstrations, especially during new or novel movements/concepts. Use modified forms of fitness assessments to match ability levels (e.g. modified pull-ups for upper body muscular strength endurance, see Brockport Physical Fitness Test Manual ).

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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.

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PLT4M

JULY 19, 2023

To start, physical education teachers can define their overarching goal for students. Within most school districts, physical education sets out to instill lifelong fitness, health, and wellness skills in students. There are countless physical education curriculum models that PE teachers can adopt.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

These critical connections have been well documented through research and in conjunction with the Whole School Model created by the CDC. More on The Whole School Model Check out how physical activity and physical education are pillars of the Whole School Model. memory), and classroom behaviors (e.g.,

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