PLT4M

JUNE 19, 2025

The high school physical education curriculum plays a critical role in shaping students’ long-term relationship with health and fitness. 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.

High School

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

And this also comes at a time where physical education has been a hot topic of discussion in schools. While there are countless options to introduce to students, here are a two of the most popular physical education electives that schools are seeing spark student engagement and excitement. Should physical education be required? ”

Physical Education

SHAPE America

MAY 22, 2025

Students move in ways they enjoy, explore their strengths, and reinforce skills that transfer to recess, sports and recreational life. She is a National Board Certified Teacher and the 2025 SHAPE America National Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year. Lets be clear this isnt free-for-all or roll out the ball time.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

We explore what student participation in PE means, how school districts can create a lasting impact, and provide actionable strategies to apply in schools. >>> Free Download: Lifetime Fitness Playbook with 12 Free Lessons Participation In PE By The Numbers The U.S Grade 10: 53.3% Grade 11: 40.2% Grade 12: 33.0%

PE

Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Parents and coaches, bombarded with stories of children being offered collegiate scholarships in middle school or making national-level teams at age ten, feel an impetus to accelerate their own childrens development. This underscores the futility of making high-stakes decisions about a childs athletic future in elementary school.

Sports

Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

It’s something I’ve faced every day of my life, from being unable to walk until age two, to figuring out how to play sports in elementary school with only one good hand. ” Heather’s approach encourages students to look within themselves for strength. It’s as though I had a stroke in the womb. It’s about figuring out what you can.”

PE Teacher

Gopher Sport

JANUARY 15, 2025

Heres how Boardball can be adapted to suit elementary and middle school students: Catch and Throw : Allow beginners to catch and throw the ball instead of bumping it, promoting fundamental movement skills in a way that feels approachable.

Fitness

Rennie Center

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Our latest report delves into the current landscape of state-funded STEM-focused internships and work-based learning opportunities available to high school students in Massachusetts.

Coordination

Stanford Childrens

MAY 19, 2025

We have very sick children here who dont always have the strength to get out of the room, says Jesus Cepero, RN, PhD, chief nursing officer at Stanford Medicine Childrens Health. David also enlisted the help of students from nearby high schools and Stanford Childrens staff to design and paint each platform at Packard Childrens.

High School

Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Together, we can turn this challenging moment into a powerful lesson in democracy, resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. She has organized a series of webinars for individuals who are navigating living/working and schooling under the same roof. Click to view slideshow.

Schooling

Rennie Center

JUNE 30, 2025

Burke Middle School in Boston with a cohort of 21 eighth-grade students. As we refined lesson plans and offered hands-on support, students researched specific topics of concern, like improving school lunches and creating calming spaces in classrooms. Our team first piloted the Student Changemakers program at the Jeremiah E.

Middle School

Learning Through Sport

MARCH 1, 2025

In a multi-activity curriculum model more likely is that students with already developed ability in the activity, or ability able to be applied to the activity usually acquired through the participation in school and/or community sport, succeed. Students who couldnt play before the unit of work have reinforcement that they cant play.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Additionally, I have worked with the **NYC DOE Office of Wellness**, delivering hands-on training in a **high school hallway**, showing how bowling can be taught in non-traditional spaces with limited resources. These experiences have reinforced how adaptable, inclusive, and engaging bowling can be in any PE program.

PE

Montessori Physical Education

MAY 18, 2025

From School Struggles to Strengths The episode kicks off with a relatable and raw exchange between Joe Rogan and Chef José about their childhood struggles in traditional schools and experiences with ADHD. Rogan then drops one of his characteristic hot takes: "School was made to produce good factory workers."

Movement

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Challenges Of Finding The Right PE Lesson Plan Template PE teachers wear many hats, striving to expose students to a wide variety of physical activities throughout the school year. Balancing so many disciplines and creating diverse physical education lesson plans can be daunting.

PE

Stanford Childrens

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

I send him off to school and let him run and play without worrying,” Lorena says. That’s a real strength of our epilepsy neurology team at Stanford Children’s.” A year passed, with Sammy’s seizures fully under control. “He He has had only one small seizure in a whole year. Now, we don’t even think about his epilepsy.

Conditioning

PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

Schools are moving beyond traditional team sports to provide more choice, variety, and accessibility. Instead of forcing students into one mold, schools are offering options that meet them where they are. And as more students experience success in a fitness walking class, they gain confidence to stay active beyond school as well.

Fitness

Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

A family from my school comm unity is maki ng the heart-wrenching deci sion to self-deport back to their home country, driv en by the fear of being torn apart under the current admi nistration’s immi gration policies. As a school nurse, I often connect families with these resources. Because (the U.S.)

Schooling

Gopher Sport

MARCH 3, 2025

Muscle Engagement: Lifting and rolling a bowling ball works various muscle groups in the arms, shoulders, chest, and legs, building strength and endurance. Lifetime Activity: Bowling is a sport that can be enjoyed at any age, encouraging students to maintain an active lifestyle beyond school.

Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 2, 2025

We love our teachers in Arizona and we know a lot of them teach High School! Here is an opportunity to attend a clinic in Tempe, AZ at Corona Del Sol High School on May 3rd from 8 am to 3 pm with the National High School Strength & Conditioning Association. There is a cost for tickets. Link to event: [link]

High School

PLT4M

JULY 30, 2025

Creating a great strength and conditioning program template takes more than just jotting down sets and reps on a spreadsheet. A strength and conditioning template can include: Warm-ups and movement prep Main lifts with sets, reps, and percentages Accessory and mobility work Testing and assessment components But that’s just the start.

Strength

The Sporting

JUNE 9, 2025

Consequently, stadium size in the Premier League is frequently a direct indicator of a club's commercial strength, global reach and its standing within the elite of world football. This correlation is logical: larger fanbases and higher revenue potential both drive the need for, and provide the means to, build or expand.

Endurance

Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Now is the time to share your story, to inspire others with the legacy of strength and determination passed down through generations. The strength of women who came before me, who fought tirelessly to give me a voice, surrounds me. Your vote is a bridge connecting their dreams to future realities. The future is calling.

Schooling

SHAPE America

AUGUST 12, 2024

As the principal of a preK-12 school in remote Eastern Oregon, one of the lessons I’ve learned is this: A school staff that is cared for is a staff that will be ready to take on any obstacle that comes their way. Staff wellness must be part of the school culture, which includes truly listening to staff and their needs.

Wellness

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.

Motor Skills

Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 17, 2024

New Jersey State School Nurses Association (NJSSNA) is celebrating the conclusion of our 2024 Spring Conference. Our second in-person since COVID as we continue to rebuild our strength, endurance, and school nurse community. The theme of NJSSNA2024 was “School Nurses Make the Impossible, Possible.”

Schooling

Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 24, 2023

My first experience with the spirit, power and complicated depth of a middle schooler came years before I was a school nurse. I was so inspired by her strength and resolve and so honored to be with her. Years later when the baseball uniform was long outgrown, I started my career as a middle school nurse.

Schooling

Drowning in the Shallow

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The view we have of children shapes what type of PE, school sport and school based physical activity (PESA) we provide. We see their bodies, their movement and their character as something that requires fixing, and that … Continue reading A strength based approach to PESA →

Strength

Relentless School Nurse

JULY 5, 2023

The focus of my presentation was how s chool nurses have an opportunity to join the public health approach to reduce gun violence in schools and communities. The purpose of the research study is to develop a gun violence prevention education program for school nurses and assess its efficacy. Click to view slideshow.

Health

Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The school year is well underway, and with that comes the stressors and pressures from juggling so many competing needs, including our own! Many school nurses are simultaneously taking care of hundreds (or thousands) of students as well as our own families, including multiple generations.

Schooling

Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Benefits of Exercise Snacks: While further research is needed, exercise snacks may offer several benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, increased endurance, flexibility, muscle strength, and reduced blood sugar levels. The key is consistency—regularly incorporating exercise snacks into your daily routine over time.

Exercise

Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 9, 2024

As we dive into 2024 and gear up for a new year, the importance of connections in our school community cannot be overstated. As school nurses, we play a pivotal role in promoting this nurturing environment too! Her decades-long research in educational neuroscience is transforming schools across the country. And guess what?

Wellness

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Let’s take a look at in season strength training and break down the why, what, and how! At the same time, the absence of resistance training will always equal substantial losses of strength and power. Let’s take a quick look at exactly why consistent strength training during the season puts your team in the best position to win.

Strength

Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Dear Readers, Greetings from The Relentless School Nurse! In times like these, I turn to the incredible community of readers and supporters who make The Relentless School Nurse come alive. Is there a burning question about school health that keeps you up at night? Let’s explore together and stay ahead of the curve.

Schooling

Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 6, 2023

Remember, vulnerability is a sign of strength and our shared humanity. In this sanctuary, we draw strength from unity and the courage to face the world beyond. It means seeking support from loved ones, trusted friends, or professionals when needed. It’s a place where we can find solace, understanding, and unwavering support.

Strength

SHAPE America

AUGUST 11, 2022

As the clock ticks toward graduation, those innocent, every-once-in-a-while thoughts gain strength. A student entering the field is really just navigating the first of what will probably be many transitions — between school districts, among new colleagues, between different grade levels, or among varying content areas just to name a few.

Physical Education

Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Sharon Guthrie, PhD, ARNP, CPNP, NCSN, RN-BC Dear friends, On September 8th, 2023 , Sharon Guthrie , a beloved school nurse, Executive Director of the Iowa School Nurses Organization , friend to many, dedicated nursing professor, and advocate, had a life-altering motorcycle accident on her way to work.

Schooling