SHAPE America

AUGUST 12, 2024

We all know that stress in the education field is at an all-time high. School administrators must figure out ways to support staff members, so they don’t join the growing number of teachers who have decided to leave the profession. For that reason, I check out every new article, blog and podcast that comes out about staff wellness.

Wellness

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

High school is an essential time for students to develop their social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. From group activities to individual reflection, a variety of SEL activities can be used in the high school classroom. This article will explore 10 SEL activities for high school students.

High School

Physical Education Update

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The Ohio legislature, which currently requires only one-half of a PE unit for high school, has further softened this requirement by allowing school districts to waive the PE requirement for students who participate in two years of varsity sport, cheerleading…or band! billion per year!!!

Physical Education

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

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

STATE GOAL 24: Promote and enhance health and well-being through the use of effective communication and decision-making skills.​​ Picture from Prairie Ridge High School where students workout during physical education class. STATE GOAL 23: Understand human body systems and factors that influence growth and development.

PE

PLT4M

AUGUST 9, 2024

Physical education classes offer unique opportunities for students to explore fitness, health, and wellness. Many PE classes at the high school level look to take essential steps to transition students from school to an adult life that still values and prioritizes personal fitness and wellness.

Fitness

Stanford Childrens

MARCH 9, 2023

It has been a part of my room all of these years, through middle school and high school. This year, the high school senior’s dream came true. Yet, the elite high school athlete from Danville, California, had to endure a lot to get where she is today. It has always been my focus,” Cate says.

High School

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. However, the chemistry of the food makes a big difference in your hourly energy levels, as well as the enjoyment of the food experience itself.

Nutrition

PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

Schools have a unique role in helping students develop the skills and knowledge to maintain physical and mental well-being. This article will discuss the importance of fitness and mental health in schools and the need for schools to take action through a deeper investment in physical education. .”

Fitness

PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

At many high schools, students have to take as little as one-half unit credit of physical education to fulfill graduation requirements. Statistics about the current state of child wellness. Many high schools are shifting to an elective-based physical education offering to achieve this.

Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Rise Of 1 To 1 Devices In Schools Over the years, many school districts pushed to introduce one-to-one programs within schools, especially middle and high schools. School districts saw technology as a powerful tool to improve everything from curriculum integration to assessment.

Physical Education

Whole Child Sports

MARCH 26, 2020

In January, Tom Farrey—who heads up the Aspen Institute’s Sports & Society program—and his editorial director Jon Solomon, sent me deep into New Jersey Youthsportszanilandia, to profile a girls’ High School basketball program. That doesn’t mean the Crusaders are unworthy of acclaim. “I

Wellness

PLT4M

DECEMBER 14, 2023

And most students probably don’t realize the power and impact of sleep on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Sleep lesson plans can empower students with the knowledge and skills to tap into the power of sleep for overall health and wellness. Below are two free sleep lesson plans for middle and high school students.

Immune system

PLT4M

MARCH 5, 2024

Emotions play a critical role in the social and intellectual development of middle and high school students. Educators have the opportunity to guide students through this process with well-structured lesson plans on emotions. But in many places, formal social-emotional learning starts to decrease in middle and high school.

High School

PLT4M

MAY 23, 2024

We explore how to improve mental health in schools using a comprehensive school mental health system that supports all our young people with a complete toolkit of mental and physical well-being skills. Suicidal Ideation : Among high school students, 18.8% Depression and Anxiety : Around 3.2% attempted suicide.

Health

Physical Education Update

MARCH 14, 2023

————————– “Hi Dick, This is the newsletter written by the Principal of our High School… It is what Prof Tim Noakes had to say. It raises some interesting questions about our perception of the causes of obesity, hunger and lack of activity.

Obesity

PLT4M

JULY 22, 2022

Over the last 10 years, PLT4M has set out to change the game of physical education, athletics, and wellness for school districts all across the country. As a result, new programs started to get created, and things like the intro to fitness, yoga, and nutrition became fan favorites among PLT4M customers.

Physical Education

Stanford Childrens

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In this dedicated space, a specialized team cares for the smallest preemies, using specially designed protocols to protect their fragile brains, advanced equipment to help support their lungs and special feeding and nutrition approaches to help babies grow. It wasn’t until high school that she felt fully mentally and physically caught up.

Elementary School

PLT4M

JULY 2, 2024

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. In addition, a greater focus is placed on overall health and well-being, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health.

Health

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. A quality physical education program goes beyond skill building and teaches students about healthy lifestyles through fitness, nutrition, health, and more.

Physical Education

Stanford Childrens

AUGUST 5, 2022

Kids who play hard also need plenty of sleep and quality nutrition to give their bodies time and fuel to recover after a long day. This visit can be combined with an annual wellness exam and is often required before starting school or participating on organized sporting teams.

Sports

PLT4M

APRIL 26, 2023

Physical activity and fitness improve physical, emotional, social, and emotional well-being. But in practice, we struggle to prioritize our health and wellness as a society. Over 1,000 schools nationwide are utilizing PLT4M for middle and high school physical education.

Physical Education

PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

.” (CDC Healthy Schools – Physical Education & Physical Activity) Therefore, physical education lesson plans are essential to developing a sequential curriculum. At every grade level, PE lesson plans can provide students in physical education class opportunities to develop lifelong fitness, health, and wellness skills.

PE

PLT4M

MAY 10, 2023

Moreover, we have wrongly conflated a single number on a scale with overall physical health and wellness. Rebecca Toutant, PLT4M Nutrition Expert, has long tried to combat this misconception between health and weight , “Many people have unrealistic expectations for their weight. That’s what it’s all about.

Exercise

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

” Jessica Shawley, a PE teacher at Lewiston High School, succinctly highlights the unique challenge physical education programs face. And there are still countless options for middle school PE lesson plans and high school PE lesson plans that focus on fitness education. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 8, 2023

Kevin is a high school football coach planning the summer training schedule for his entire group of high school athletes. Kevin knows that he needs to prepare his athletes for the various demands of the high school football season. Let’s look at another example. Bonus Content!

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 30, 2024

This can be especially important as you transition from high school to college and beyond. Regularly Review Your Accounts: Periodically review your social media accounts, as well as any other online profiles or accounts you may have. Personal Branding: Your online presence is a reflection of who you are.

Health Education

PLT4M

JUNE 22, 2022

are teaming up to bring fitness, health, and wellness to more learners! Stride is preparing learners for the future, and PLT4M will support that mission with high-quality curriculum and technology. Yet, there has never been a better time to invest in health and wellness. Our goal is achieving overall wellness.

Fitness

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In addition to the student resources, this program is an excellent professional development resource for teachers” – Anna “PLT4M has resources for all my middle school and high school classes. ” – Chad FAQ What Types of PE Lesson Plans Does PLT4M Have?

Physical Education

Spark PE

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Standards establish well-defined and measurable objectives that encompass the skills and knowledge that students need in order to maintain a healthy and physically-active lifestyle. 10) Health, physical activity, and fitness—nutrition and hydration. 16) Lifetime wellness—application of lifetime wellness.

Movement

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

As part of a larger physical education curriculum model, fitness education connects physical activity to overall health and wellness. Developing Well-Rounded Physical Education Curriculum Models It doesn’t have to be all or nothing when planning physical education curriculum models. Sue is a high school P.E.

Physical Education

Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Coaches who are well-informed and prioritize player health create an environment that fosters longevity in sports participation. I actually had an 11U baseball coach tell me, ‘They (the MLB Pitch Smart board members) don’t know my pitchers as well as I do. However, bad coaching decisions can have devastating consequences.

Sports

PLT4M

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The term “hygiene” in this context refers to habits and practices that contribute to overall well-being in the realm of sleep. Mindful Nutrition and Hydration: Diet plays a significant role in influencing sleep quality and patterns. Coffee and other stimulants might help us feel more awake.but they impact our sleep.

Exercise

First Beat

MARCH 7, 2024

After completing his sports studies at university in Germany, he began working in the high school education system, before transitioning into full-time coaching for the Marburg basketball team where he has worked for the last six seasons. So far it’s worked out pretty well.

Coaching

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Instead, a review and evaluation process allows departments to see what works well and needs improvement. At Canton High School (MA) student answer nutrition questions from new curriculum. Two guiding questions can help to make this process more manageable: 1) What are the goals of our physical education program?

Physical Education

Better Coaching

JUNE 5, 2025

But that same love can sometimes cloud our judgment, especially when it comes to youth and high school sports. In the world of youth and high school sports, there’s no stronger force than a parent’s love. " These thoughts are completely natural. In fact, they’re rooted in something beautiful: love.

Sports

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

Not only is physical wellness on the decline, we are also seeing an increase in mental illness a, declining academic performance, and troublesome classroom behavior issues. When using this curriculum mapping framework to create a vertically integrated PE Curriculum, that means starting with high school students and your upper grade levels.

Physical Education