SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

Here are a few winter activities for elementary PE that include opportunities to practice personal responsibility, cultural studies, and physical fitness outside. When snowplows create large piles of snow outside our school, each PE class gets a hill of snow to create a snow fort.

Elementary

PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

The health benefits of physical education schools are well documented. After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. Only 26% of high school-aged students attend PE classes 5 days a week.

Physical Education

PLT4M

AUGUST 18, 2022

Yoga for high school students opens the door to a lifetime of physical fitness and mental health benefits. At Canton High School, every student has the opportunity to explore and try out yoga during physical education class. And with that, the demand for yoga in high school is also on the rise. Download Now!

High School

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!

Middle School

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

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Schools have a lot to cover and only so much time. So should physical education be required? In that case, a quality physical education program should be a staple of any comprehensive educational system. Because there is certainly no shortage of physical education critics. Why Should PE Be Required?

Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) provides leadership, resources, and best practices for school districts across the state. In addition, they provide Illinois learning standards for a diverse range of subject areas, including physical education.

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

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

But the relationship between physical activity and academic performance could not be more intertwined. Therefore, schools must embrace the connection between physical activity and academic performance for students to reach their highest potential. Does Physical Activity Influence Academic Performance?

Academics

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.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Challenges Of Funding Physical Education Programs School districts have a lot of different school programs they need to consider funding. Therefore, it can often feel like there is a lack of funding for physical education in schools. Check out the full professional development webinar hosted by PLT4M.

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The Need For Physical Education Grants Physical education is a subject worth investing in! The importance of physical education is well documented. Tight school budgets and an emphasis on “core subjects” like math and science often leave physical education as an afterthought. Let us help!

Physical Education

Physical Education Ideas

DECEMBER 30, 2023

We all know the importance Physical Education plays in nurturing well-rounded individuals. A key element that is gaining increasing attention is the concept of Physical Literacy. To be clear, when talking about physical literacy, we are not talking about teaching kids the ABCs whilst getting them active.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 28, 2024

It’s a sport that offers tremendous benefits to students well beyond the court. By incorporating tennis into your physical education curriculum, you can help boost their academic performance, improve their behavior, and encourage them to engage more with their community. Inspire Lifelong Play Throughout School and Beyond!

Schooling

PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

A growing number of school districts and states allow exemptions from physical education. First, we break down the physical education waiver form and how schools and states use it. Next, we explore the rise in popularity, concerns around student opt-outs, and what it all means to the subject of physical education.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Then we went back to school. That was 15 years ago.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Physical education in high school is integral to a student’s educational journey. It is an opportunity for students to learn about their bodies, develop physical skills, and stay healthy. As more people push for student wellness, high school physical education needs to be part of the conversation.

High School

PLT4M

JULY 19, 2023

The start of a new school year is an exciting time for students, families, teachers, and school districts. As everyone starts to plan for the upcoming year, this article explores back to school planning for physical education teachers. Back to school planning isn’t perfect! Short answer: You can’t!

Physical Education

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Physical education doesn’t always garner the same level of attention as other academic subjects throughout the school day. But as schools search for ways to support students’ mental health, academic performance, and overall healthy lifestyles, physical education can play a crucial role in student success.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The Physical Education Framework for California Public Schools is a 342-page document that outlines the California state standards for PE. ” From there, the framework outlines a “standards-based instructional design process” that shows a step-by-step process for physical education programs and standard alignment.

PE

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

” Jessica Shawley, a PE teacher at Lewiston High School, succinctly highlights the unique challenge physical education programs face. There are countless physical education curriculum models that PE teachers can adopt. Later in this article, we will highlight some of the most popular physical education resources.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Easily adaptable to the unique needs of your school, this unit focuses on creating an interactive environment where physical activity and teamwork take center stage. Beyond the physical benefits, Disc It enhances communication skills by fostering collaboration among players.

PE

PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2023

Functional fitness is any type of exercise or workout that translates to the demands of everyday activities. Rather than hyper-focusing on one element of physical fitness (muscular strength, aerobic endurance, etc.), functional fitness training develops the complete picture of physical function and fitness.

Fitness

Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Sekolah Pelita Harapan (SPH) Pluit Village is one of the five campuses of SPH, a well-regarded international school network in Indonesia. Located in a dynamic, urban environment, SPH Pluit Village offers an enriching Physical Education (PE) program for students in Kindergarten through Grade 10.

PE

PLT4M

MAY 10, 2023

Regular exercise can help boost your confidence and self-esteem while improving your overall physical and mental health. This article will explore the relationship between exercise and self esteem and how schools utilize exercise to increase confidence and self-esteem via physical education.

Exercise

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?

Physical Education

PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

We break down the importance of physical education lesson plans and highlight some of the best places to find physical education lesson plans for your age and audience. The Importance Of Physical Education Lesson Plans Physical education as a subject in school has always battled stereotypes. Example content!

PE

The Sporting

MARCH 16, 2023

Tunisia v Philippines boxscore - FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 Numerous factors have influenced the people of the sports people play in the Philippines This includes the country's colonial history, when Americans introduced sports as a form of physical fitness, leisure and entertainment.

Sports

The Sporting

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Karate A Japanese martial art that originated in Okinawa and places an emphasis on striking techniques, including punching, kicking, kneeing and elbowing, as well as open-handed ones like knife-hands (karate chop). Shotokan, Shito Ryu, Goju Ryu and Wado Ryu are the four main schools of classical karate.

Strength

PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

Movement breaks, or brain breaks, are opportunities for students during the school day to get up out of their seats and move. In addition to cognitive benefits, movement breaks contribute to physical health and well-being. According to the CDC, only 25% of our children get the recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity.

Movement

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In this article, we will discuss the power of physical activity for managing student behavior and provide practical strategies for incorporating physical activity into the classroom and school culture through regular physical education. As a result, students struggle to form positive relationships with the school.

Physical Activity

Skillastics

APRIL 10, 2022

These consequences are having more far-reaching effects than we realized for our mental and physical well-being. Mental Health A Brazilian study showed that people who were not engaged in regular physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic had higher levels of anxiety, stress, and depression than people who maintained regular PE.

Immune system

Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

However, suppose we are looking at the goal of a physical education program over the whole span of the student’s tenure in school. We are still teaching the students about health and wellness. I’m not saying that Montessori teachers are not physically fit or healthy. We should distinguish objectives from goals.

PE

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

Most physical education classes have a diverse range of students with varying interests and abilities. Physical education programs want to find physical activity opportunities that will excite and engage students. Historically, many schools have chosen a sport education model for students. Sue is a high school P.E.

Physical Education

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Physical education teacher resources can enhance and support the mission of quality physical education in schools all across the country. We explore some of the best physical education teacher resources and how teachers can tap into lesson plans, technology, and more. What Are Physical Education Teacher Resources?

Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

P hysical education and physical activity often get lumped together and are used as interchangeable terms. Many different educational directives, like the Whole School Model, put the two terms into one bucket. Shape America and other groups have worked to help make a clear distinction between physical activity vs physical education.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

JUNE 20, 2023

This article will discuss modeling in physical education, provide examples, and discuss how it can be used to improve student learning. As an added bonus, we break down technology modeling in physical education for schools looking to add a digital component to PE. How many schools use PLT4M?

Physical Education