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This back-to-school season, SHAPE America has partnered with Hip Hop Public Health to create a playlist you can jam out to in the car, on the school bus, as you walk to school, and even in the classroom. Hip Hop Public Health uses clever rap lyrics and infectious beats to empower kids with the knowledge and skills to make healthier choices. Check out the hits from artists such as Jordin Sparks, Travis Barker, Darryl DMC McDaniels, Ariana Grande, Ashanti and more. READ MORE
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Earn a Master's degree in Physical Education from an accredited and affordable university. The University of Nebraska at Kearney is a top choice when it comes to graduate education programs by U.S. News & World Report. Receive the same on-campus degree completely online.
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Registration and housing rates for the 2019 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo are now available. Make your plans to join us in Tampa, April 9-13 for the premier professional development opportunity for health and physical educators. Need help getting approval to attend? Use our 2019 justification toolkit to help make your case. The toolkit includes convention benefits, a justification letter, and tips for speaking to your supervisor. LEARN MORE
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Skillastics® and SHAPE America are partnering for the second annual Skillastics Physical Activity Grant Program. Skillastics will award five grants to elementary, middle and/or secondary health and physical educators totaling $10,000. Each grant will provide up to $1,000 of Skillastics products and up to $1,000 for the educator to attend the 2019 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo in Tampa on April 9-13. Grant applications are due October 31. To learn more about the guidelines and criteria, visit the Skillastics website.
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Athletes Turn to the Potato for Its Performance Benefits
With the carbohydrate, potassium and energy they need, it’s no wonder athletes everywhere are choosing potatoes to perform at their best. Carbohydrate is the primary fuel for your brain and a key source of energy for muscles. Potassium is an important electrolyte that aids in muscle, cardiovascular and nervous system function. Finally, adequate energy intake supports optimal body functions. With so many potato varieties and forms available, it’s easy to enjoy the benefits of potatoes at any time of day, every day of the week. READ MORE
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Take Your Parent to PE Week — September 24-28
Active Schools, a national movement to help schools provide at least 60 minutes a day of physical education and before-, during-, and after-school physical activity for all students, is sponsoring the second annual Take Your Parent to PE Week, September 24-28. Learn more about this event and register to participate. Registered schools may be selected to receive a visit from a professional, Olympic or college athlete through Athletes for Hope. READ MORE
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Physical Activity and Wellness Classes Help Students Focus on Academics
The Post
According to research published by Purdue University, students who go to the gym and exercise tend to have higher grade-point averages than students who don’t. At Ohio University, nearly 90 physical activity and wellness classes are available for students to attend for academic credit. For no additional cost, students can take classes on ice skating, football, Ultimate Frisbee, tennis, golf, badminton, archery, horseback riding and many more. READ MORE
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Oakland Elementary Gives Students Healthy Start to School
WGLT
Students at one Illinois grade school are getting a healthy start to the day. School starts about 20 minutes early each day for one grade to walk and jog in the school gym to get their blood pumping and help them focus for the day. The program was physical education teacher Bethany Romer's idea. She started it last year with third-graders as a pilot project. This year it was expanded to grades 2-5. READ MORE
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State Lands $9 Million Grant to Improve Mental Health Services for Students
The Advocate
Louisiana is getting $9 million to help educators detect and address mental health problems among public school students, especially in alternative schools. The funding will allow Louisiana to set up a comprehensive mental health support program for schools and will include training for teachers to better recognize students with mental health issues and connect those students and their families with services. READ MORE
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A Fresh Approach for Feeding Students
Albuquerque Journal
The state of New Mexico has, over the past several years, increased the funding for public schools to purchase and serve students fresh fruits and vegetables. South Valley Prep, a small charter middle school, secured Farm to School funding and committed to implementing a school-wide initiative that supported the health and wellness of the whole child. This initiative includes serving teenagers fresh, clean and organic food. READ MORE
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4 Reasons Why Introverts Make Great Dancers
Dance Magazine
Most people assume that for dancers to be successful, they have to be extroverts who feed off of constant attention. They figure that introverts don't enjoy being in the spotlight. Just because introverts might need to "recharge" after time spent performing doesn't mean that they don't make good performers. In fact, there are several beneficial qualities that introverts can bring to the stage. READ MORE
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New School of Thought: In-Class Physical Exercise Won't Disrupt Learning, Teaching
Medical Xpress
As childhood obesity rates rise and physical education offerings dwindle, elementary schools keep searching for ways to incorporate the federally mandated half-hour of physical activity into the school day. A series of recent University of Michigan studies found that two-minute bursts of in-class exercise breaks increased the amount of daily exercise for elementary children without hurting math performance. More importantly, when incorporated into classrooms across southeast Michigan, teachers found the breaks were doable and didn't disrupt learning. READ MORE
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Requiring Physical Activity Classes Helps Sedentary College Students Be More Active
Science Daily
New research from Oregon State University has found that requiring physical activity classes in college encourages sedentary students to become more active, while elective classes tend to draw those who are already motivated. The study, co-authored by SHAPE America members Brad Cardinal and MooSong Kim, was recently published in the Journal of American College Health. READ MORE
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Las Vegas Youth Sled Hockey Team Created for Children With Disabilities
Fox 5 KVVU-TV
The Golden Knights are inspiring more Las Vegas kids to lace up their skates and pick up a hockey stick. Now there is a new youth sled hockey league for children with disabilities. Vegas Golden Knights fans know Jason Griego as the VGK "Wolverine," but now he is taking on a new title as co-head coach for the youth sled hockey team. READ MORE
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