Category: Health & PE
As an elementary school physical education teacher, I consider the first week of school successful if my students feel safe, connected, and excited about the year to come. This …
When I think about what a successful first week of school looks like in my high school gym, two words immediately come to mind: creative chaos! For me, the …
The first week of school hits different. Teachers are excited, students are excited, school morale is high, and people are ready! Now is when it’s important to realize: Long …
I’m wearing a bracelet right now that says “GREEN BEANS” on it. A group of students made it for me back when they were in seventh grade, the day …
In health and physical education, building community and belonging is the foundation that makes learning possible, and creating that sense of belonging takes intentional effort. We asked several of …
As PE teachers, we want what is best for our students; however, getting the equipment we need to provide quality physical education comes with a hefty price tag that …
At Pleasant Lane Elementary, I teach health and physical education to students in grades K-5. Each year, I look for meaningful ways to help them grow as learners and …
As a very busy elementary physical education teacher, I know it’s not always easy to add “one more thing” to your plate, but when the pros outweigh the cons, …
At Lake Bluff Elementary, mindfulness is part of who we are. Every morning, our principal plays a short audio clip to help students get their minds ready for the …
Policy. Let’s be real, it’s not exactly the kind of word that gets physical education teachers jumping out of their seats. It sounds stiff, official, maybe even a little …
