SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

Every May, we celebrate physical educators and coaches — the “champions” who help kids gain the confidence, competence, and motivation to be physically active in school, before and after school, and for the rest of their lives. An example of this is to run, then add kicking a ball, or skip and then lunge.

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SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Ask, Listen, Learn Supports Health Literacy Designed alongside a team of educators and organizations specializing in elementary and middle school, the Ask, Listen, Learn underage drinking prevention program consists of 7 animated videos with accompanying lesson plans and activities that are ready for you to use.

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Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

In the world of international education, there are those who simply teach, and then there are educators like Allison Deakin, Head of Department for Elementary PE and Swimming, JV & Varsity Badminton Coach, and former Activities Coordinator at GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA). Her advice to other PE teachers? “Be

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Filling up an entire semester of middle school physical education units can be challenging. But there are plenty of fun and engaging middle school physical education units to choose from. The Need For Variety With Middle School Physical Units Middle school physical education is unique!

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Open Phys Ed

MARCH 21, 2023

Grade 7) Provides corrective feedback to a peer, using teacher-generated guidelines, and incorporating appropriate tone, and other communication skills. Grade 7) Provides corrective feedback to a peer, using teacher-generated guidelines, and incorporating appropriate tone, and other communication skills.

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Gopher Sport

APRIL 17, 2025

The Master PE Teacher course is an engaging and informative learning experience for educators of all levels and backgrounds. Although the course is geared specifically towards PE teachers at the elementary and middle school levels, there is certainly much to take away regardless of what you teach and the age of students you work with!

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Focus on teaching lifelong skills in various domains and units to prepare students for an active future. By ensuring consistent and engaging participation in PE, schools can empower students to embrace fitness as a vital part of their lives—setting the stage for healthier, happier futures. Ready to WOW your Admins?

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Open Phys Ed

MAY 28, 2024

Created by: LaDonda Porter, Shannon Maly, Stephanie Dickson, Dan Tennessen, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions by: Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart, Eliza Kuhn Introducing middle school students to golf brings with it opportunities for both physical and mental growth. Register for FREE today to access all of the modules.

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Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

The post Flag Football (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. All participants are given the opportunity to explore the movement concepts in a fun and engaging environment where everyone can feel successful.

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Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The post Team Invasion (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. This allows students to build connections with their classmates that can extend beyond physical education. Working with Others: Demonstrates cooperation skills by establishing rules and guidelines for resolving conflicts.

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Alexandra Lemm

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

At our last district professional development, I had the honor of presenting one of my very favorite teaching topics, stations with intervention ! For elementary school teachers, intervention might be something that is done weekly and can be handled with your eyes closed. Make good judgment calls as a teacher, it´s your class!

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Gopher Sport

JANUARY 15, 2025

Its simplicity allows for easy adaptation to different age groups and skill levels, making it an excellent tool for PE teachers looking to diversify their curriculum. These modifications make Boardball an ideal tool for teaching foundational skills while keeping the game inclusive and fun for younger age groups.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

CATHERINE BOREK Scott’s wife, Catherine Borek, has been a public high school teacher in Compton, California, for over a quarter century. But the pandemic was her first time teaching remotely. Catherine was also just voted one of five “Teachers of the Year” for the State of California for 2023. ROBERT KENNEDY JR.

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Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

“ What I like most about using Heart Zones is being able to refocus my time, attention, and efforts on teaching rather than crowd control.” Chad Oates, the physical educator at Mabry Middle School, has been teaching since 2008. The post Model School: Mabry Middle School first appeared on Heart Zones.

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Open Phys Ed

MARCH 20, 2022

OPEN and Rising New York Road Runners have joined forces to bring you The Adventure Mile for Middle School. Students will also benefit from the Form 101 component of this module, which teaches fundamental athletic skills, running posture, leg movements, and arm movements. Teacher Evaluation. Jigsaw Note Card: [PDF, WORD].

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Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The post Jump Rope (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. Grade 8) Responds appropriately to participants’ ethical and unethical behavior during physical activity by using rules and guidelines for resolving conflicts.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Jessica is a physical education teacher at Lewiston High School in Lewiston, Idaho teaching. She is the 2012 SHAPE National Middle School. Teacher of the Year and has served SHAPE America in several capacities over the years on curriculum. Jessica’s teacher-leadership includes grant writing, curriculum.

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Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

This allows physical education teachers the opportunity to address the physical and emotional well-being of students by developing and reinforcing healthy and responsible behaviors. The post Health & Wellness (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum.

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PLT4M

JUNE 19, 2025

For many, high school physical education class marks the final formal experience with structured physical education before transitioning to an independent, active lifestyle beyond the walls of school. PE teachers can’t do it alone. Many of the most successful high school PE programs begin by listening.

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Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

As a PE teacher in a Montessori school, I know my situation is unique compared to PE teachers in traditional schools. I recognize that I have it easier compared to many of my peers, especially in the public school setting. I also only meet with each class once a week.

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Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Module Documents Complete Module Packet: Module Overview: Materials List: All Module Activities: Academic Language Cards: Jump Rope Skill Cards: Jump Rope Selection Poster: Universal Design for Learning: Teacher Self-Reflection Guide: Activity Plans Jump Zone: Jolly Jumpers: Skip Squad: Jumping for Joy: Jump Jams: Rhythm & Ropes: Double the Fun: (..)

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Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In a recent survey of elementary teachers, it was found that most start off the school year with some form of rules/procedures coupled with games of low organization (fun, teamwork, cooperation). Time should be set aside at the start of the year to teach students movement competence concepts related to walking. What to Teach?

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Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 16, 2022

With our middle school volleyball season ending soon, I wanted to strike while the creative iron was hot. I probably will not pull them out again until it is time for middle school boys' volleyball in the spring. So what could I do that is volleyball themed and could teach a cool concept from the classroom?

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Montessori Physical Education

AUGUST 20, 2023

When I present at conferences, one of the most common questions is, “How can I teach sportsmanship to my students?” In the Montessori setting, the question of sportsmanship could be restated as, “How do I teach Grace and Courtesy in PE?” This begs the question, why is it so challenging to teach sportsmanship?

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Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

I was able to learn the fundamentals from some amazing coaches over my time in middle school and high school. I remember spending long periods of time in middle school working on developing my ability to dribble with my left hand and changing directions. Basketball is one of my favorite sports.

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AKA Sports

APRIL 21, 2021

While the idea of not going to school may have seemed pretty great at first, the isolation created a lack of motivation, depression and even a reduction in learning in many teens. As said best back in June, these kids were being sequestered at home at the stage in life they need their peers and teachers most.

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Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2022

One of the most frustrating things that happen on a way too frequent basis is students who don't go to PE because they are held back by a classroom teacher. The student being held back is almost always from upper elementary or middle school. If a student was misbehaving in class and not listening to the teacher, they missed PE.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

A wide range of SEL activities for high school students can help achieve this. What Are SEL Activities For High School? Teachers want to know exactly how to hit on SEL competencies in lesson plans. Explicit SEL Activities For High School: These are targeted SEL lesson plans that focus directly on SEL skills in class.

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PLT4M

MAY 15, 2024

The program provides versatile classroom resources to facilitate conversations about the effects of alcohol on the developing brain with your students, while teaching them about the scientific effects of what they put in their bodies. This program is best utilized as a “teacher-led” program via Classmode.

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Montessori Physical Education

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

This fantastic new game teaches your students about meteoroids, meteors, and meteorites! When I played this game with my middle school students, I noticed that it did a much better job of practicing volleyball skills than Newcomb. This is because middle students are savvy and will purposely waste time if they are ahead.

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PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. By keeping things simple, PE teachers can introduce students to the basic elements of gymnastics with some soft mats, balance beams (or even lines painted on the floor), and boxes or other elevated surfaces.

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Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

Jump Rope YouTube Playlist Courtesy and thanks to Kids Heart Challenge and North Attleboro Middle School. Combines movement concepts (direction, levels, force, time) with skills as directed by the teacher (3); Applies the movement concepts of speed, endurance and pacing for running (4a). Outcome [E3.3-5c].

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Motor Skills Physical Activity Movement Dance 98

Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 25, 2023

Physical Education teachers and sport coaches have in common the development of a curriculum (program of learning) and the method (pedagogy) to teach the content of the curriculum. According to Schmoker (2011), research directs all involved in education to three elements that need to be in focus for educative purpose: ' What to teach

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

The Importance Of Physical Education Lesson Plans Physical education as a subject in school has always battled stereotypes. Unfortunately, many wrongly assume that a pe teacher just “rolls out the ball” for a typical PE class. But as a pe teacher, you don’t have to go at this lofty task alone!

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Open Phys Ed

JULY 28, 2021

Webinar Series (Teacher Mental Health). Still Teaching Remotely? Middle School (6-8) Start The Year Here. Webinar Series (Teacher Mental Health). Still Teaching Remotely? High School (9-12) Start The Year Here. Webinar Series (Teacher Mental Health). Still Teaching Remotely?

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Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

A well-designed sports program has the capacity to teach teamwork, sportsmanship, grit, leadership, and many other life skills, as well as a lifelong love for their game. Additionally, school staff such as teachers, guidance counselors, and athletic trainers often have closer, daily contact with students than volunteer youth coaches do.

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Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

By Adam Mullis, Middle School Health and Physical Education Teacher and Coach. In the presentation below, Adam Mullis discusses the process of planning a curriculum for teaching students online, in-person, and a hybrid model. He also shares games and actives to engage all students. . . Presentation Material.

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