PLT4M

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Mike Graham, PE teacher and founder of PE 4 Every Kid, is joining forces with PLT4M to enhance elementary physical education for students and teachers alike. Mike Graham, a dedicated PE teacher and founder of PE 4 Every Kid. The obvious choice? Mike won Elementary P.E.

PE Teacher

SHAPE America

MAY 22, 2025

They open the door to a more student-centered, purposeful PE environment where everyone feels seen and heard. She is a National Board Certified Teacher and the 2025 SHAPE America National Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year. Is physical education an important class for kids to take? Why or why not?

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

At PLT4M, we are firm believers in the importance of participation in PE for all students. Participation in PE classes can support physical, mental, and emotional health among students now and into their adult lives. ” And when it comes to data on student participation in PE, a few numbers from the report stand out.

PE

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).

PE

Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

By: Gopher Community Physical Education teacher Heather Burd is not just an educator; she’s an example of resilience, compassion, and empowerment. Below are the top lessons learned during her appearance on the PE Huddle webinar with Dr. Robert Pangrazi. View the full episode of the PE Huddle with Heather Burd.

PE Teacher

Mr. Kirsch

MAY 18, 2025

Field Day is more than an end-of-year event for elementary physical education teachers. As an elementary PE teacher, I spend the entire year helping students build skills, confidence, and a love for physical activity. Its a celebration of movement, community, and the spirit of childhood.

PE Teacher

SHAPE America

JULY 29, 2025

However, despite knowing about research that proves “active students are better learners,” I still struggled to communicate this concept to core subject teachers. When encouraging teachers to use kinesthetic learning or to take “brain boost breaks,” the response was loud and clear: “Student misbehavior prevents us from doing that!”

Physical Activity

Drowning in the Shallow

MARCH 15, 2025

If Physical Education is the school subject that prioritises the learning about, in and through movement, then PE Teachers need to understand what learning is and isn’t.

PE

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!

PE Teacher

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

We explore some of the top physical education electives and how physical education teachers and programs across the country are encouraging lifetime fitness through a physical education electives model. >>> The Intro to PE class focuses on introducing students to a wide variety of lifetime activities.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

JANUARY 15, 2025

How Boardball Bumps Up The Fun, Fitness, and Teamwork in PE Classes BOARDBALL Boardball replaces the volleyball net with a portable board, reducing the barriers to play and setup while keeping the core bump-set-spike fundamentals of the game intact. Think Volleyball meets Spikeball. And so much more!

Fitness

Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

This involves building and maintaining meaningful relationships among teachers and staff and creating an environment where all members feel safe, valued, and seen. Through “Modeling,” teachers engage students by demonstrating skills while describing each step with a rationale.

Schooling

Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

I have had the privilege of leading workshops at the **NYSAHPERD Conference**, where I guided PE teachers in implementing bowling units effectively. These experiences have reinforced how adaptable, inclusive, and engaging bowling can be in any PE program. Its a sport of precision, mental focus, and strategy.

PE

Montessori Physical Education

JUNE 8, 2025

Well, here’s the quiet part out loud: Far too many PE teachers are failing to integrate their content with the broader school curriculum. Math teachers are weaving in coding. Science teachers are collaborating with art teachers. Language arts teachers are writing persuasive essays on environmental science.

PE

PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2025

The right instant activities for elementary PE can help kick off physical education class with energy and structure. In this article, we explore a variety of instant activities that physical education teachers can tap into throughout the year. What Are Instant Activities for Elementary PE? Let’s dive in!

Elementary

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

But PE teachers don’t have to start from scratch every time. Whether you’re new to teaching or a seasoned pro, these PE lesson plan templates are your ticket to stress-free and successful PE instruction. Balancing so many disciplines and creating diverse physical education lesson plans can be daunting.

PE

Gopher Sport

APRIL 17, 2025

At Gopher, we love highlighting teachers who bring energy and purpose to PE. So when we found out that Michelle Jenkins, Kauai Complex Area Resource Teacher, and her team used the Master PE Teacher course to level up the teachers in their district, we had to learn more! We loved it! Michelle said.

Teacher

PE Scholar

JUNE 12, 2025

This article presents a scoping review of playful learning (PL) in teacher education (TE) and early childhood teacher education (ECTE).

Teacher

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. Why Gamification in PE?

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

SuperSafe Floor Hockey: A Unique and Safe Way to Teach Hockey in PE DOM Sports Hockey season is here! When it comes to introducing young players to the game of hockey, safety and performance are top priorities for teachers and coaches. Finding the right equipment can make all the difference.

Teaching

Gopher Sport

JUNE 27, 2025

He teaches two PE classes, one for Grades 1 to 3 (11 Students) and one for Grades 4 to 6 (9 Students). The Builders School is a special place where students, teachers, and parents all work together to help kids grow. It’s a safe and fun place where kids can learn, play, and connect with each other—and PE class is no exception.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

JUNE 19, 2025

Despite this, more schools are allowing students to opt out of PE. PE is often the only consistent opportunity for personal fitness, especially during the school day. When schools remove or reduce PE, they unintentionally widen the gap for underserved groups. A strong, inclusive PE curriculum can help close these gaps.

High School

PE Scholar

MAY 13, 2025

Enhancing teacher wellbeing: strategies for improving PE teacher wellbeing, and the role of schools in supporting their educators.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

JULY 16, 2025

Cooperative games for elementary PE are more than just playful group activities—they foster teamwork, communication, and social-emotional growth among young students. These games help children build trust, solve problems together, and develop a sense of belonging in the PE setting. Get Free Sample Lessons! Download Now!

Elementary

Mr. Kirsch

JANUARY 21, 2025

This idea is from Amy Staples, a Sioux Falls School District PE teacher. You can also have students pick up balls the same color as their scooters and then feed any alligators. Concerns: Ensure the students are safely riding on the scooters and not running into one another.

Gyms

PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Elementary physical education teachers have a lot to cover! We have put together a free sample of elementary PE lesson plans that are sure to spark excitement with elementary students in physical education class. Platforms like Teachers Pay Teachers offer creative ideas, but most schools dont fund these purchases.

Elementary

PLT4M

MAY 12, 2025

Invasion games for elementary PE offer more than just excitement and energytheyre a powerful tool for teaching key movement concepts like offensive and defensive positioning, teamwork, spatial awareness, and agility. Get Free Sample Lessons! Explore our K-5 Curriculum with these select Lesson Plans from some of our most popular Units.

Elementary

Montessori Physical Education

APRIL 6, 2025

In Montessori classrooms, children not only engage in traditional physical education activities that support motor skills but also have opportunities to connect what they are learning to the movements and games they engage in during PE. It adds an extra layer of depth to PE programs that may otherwise be seen as secondary.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

MAY 29, 2025

Take Inventory of Your PE Equipment It is important to inventory your equipment, which helps you identify and prioritize equipment your physical education program needs. In addition, you can invest in online professional development, such as Master PE Teacher , authored by Dr. Robert Pangrazi.

PE Teacher

What's New in Adapted Physical Education

JANUARY 7, 2025

Forbes emphasized that parental involvement is key to the success of APE programs and highlights the need for clear communication between APE teachers and parents. The conversation continues by discussing actionable strategies to help APE teachers engage parents more effectively, such as visual communication and highlighting the benefits.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

JULY 16, 2025

We help PE teachers and coaches make a difference by providing the best equipment to encourage healthy, active lifestyles. But don’t just take our word for it, hear directly from PE teachers across the country about why Gopher is their first choice. Continuously innovate to better serve teachers and coaches.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2025

A strong PE curriculum builds healthy habits that last a lifetime. In this article, we will explore the vast range of PE curriculum options from PLT4M. Challenges Creating Quality PE Curriculum Across Grade Levels Designing a PE curriculum that works across all grade levels isn’t easy.

Motor Skills

Mr. Kirsch

JANUARY 21, 2025

This idea is from Kris Smith, a Sioux Falls School District PE teacher. Play until all buckets are empty, then teams divide cubes by color and restock the buckets for the next class. Concerns: Ensure the students are taking turns and staying in their line order.

PE Teacher

Drowning in the Shallow

JANUARY 14, 2025

In my relatively short tenure as a teacher … Continue reading What are you paying attention to? Although we seem to have weathered much of the philosophical storms that have long plagued the profession, there is emergent interest and appetite for philosophical inquiry across the global profession. by @DrBrunsdon →

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

MAY 1, 2025

At the International School of Creative Science in the UAE, PE teacher Maryrose Camara is bringing all of this to life in a dynamic, culturally rich program thats engaging students in ways that go far beyond the gym. Physical Education is more than just sportsits about teamwork, leadership, and lifelong fitness habits.

PE

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

And teachers have expressed mounting frustrations because student cell phone use has invaded and interrupted the classroom and school day. high school teachers say cellphone distraction is a major problem in the classroom” – The Pew Research Center As a result, school leaders have said enough is enough. “72% of U.S.

High School

Learning Through Sport

MARCH 23, 2025

The school also entered teams in after-school and during school time sport opportunities such as the state 'all-school' competitions, and had x2 50 minute lessons of physical education for all students to Year 12 as well as elective PE for senior secondary 'leaving certificate-tertiary admitance score' study.

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