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October 11, 2023
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Creating school connectedness can enhance the overall development and academic progress for youth — and educational professionals play a critical role in supporting the level of connectedness among students both within and outside their school. The purpose of this article from the September issue of JOPERD is to provide teachers with both a theoretical and applied understanding of how to develop and support school connectedness with students through recreation-based learning activities.

 

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Join us tonight (October 11) at 5:30 p.m. for a free event with newly inducted Research Fellows Brian Dauenhauer (University of Northern Colorado), Scott McNamara (University of New Hampshire), and Emi Tsuda (West Virginia University). Collectively, they have a wealth of research knowledge in adapted physical education, school-based physical activity promotion, and pedagogical content knowledge. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear about their research! Hosted by the SHAPE America Research Council.

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Join us on October 19 at 7 p.m. ET for a free virtual event that will explore cutting-edge applications of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your assessment practices. Learn how you can harness the power of AI to assist with the development of standards-based student assessments for health and physical education. Hosted by the SHAPE America Measurement & Evaluation Special Interest Group.

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SHAPE America’s Undergraduate Student Leadership Network hosts free monthly programming for PETE/HETE students, providing an opportunity to engage with peers across the United States. This fall, sessions will be held on October 19 and November 16 from 8-9:30 p.m. ET. If you are a PETE/HETE faculty member, please pass this along to your students.

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Introduce kindergarteners to active fun with the All Kids Bike Learn-to-Ride Kindergarten PE Program! Fostering essential skills, confidence, and coordination for a healthy, active future. Embark on a joyful, pedal-powered journey of growth within and beyond the classroom.

 

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This is your opportunity to share your expertise as one of the many expert speakers bringing insight, innovation, and collaboration to the HPE community! If selected, your webinar will be featured in the SHAPE America Online Institute and will be promoted to a wide network of health and physical education professionals. Proposal deadline: December 4.

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Match your equipment needs with PE standards. Easily assess your inventory needs and match them with National PE Standards and Outcomes! The PE Calculator is a free and easy-to-use tool that can be downloaded as an Excel file or Google Sheet.

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Fall is a great time to get more involved in SHAPE America — by sharing your expertise, developing your leadership skills, and learning from health and physical educators across the country. Here are some upcoming deadlines and opportunities...

 

October 15 — Deadline to Submit:

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    Did you know that serving as a program report reviewer can help you become a better teacher educator? This two-part training on October 12 and October 19 at 4 p.m. ET will go over the details and responsibilities involved in becoming a PETE or HETE SPA reviewer.

     

    Registration Open for Free Health Literacy Month Webinars:

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    Held in partnership with Advocates for Youth
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    In her article, guest author Lynn Pantuosco-Hensch writes: “This time of year, it is increasingly important to incorporate physical activity into the school day. Adding more movement — through physical education, recess and active classrooms — is essential for beating the almost-winter blues.”

     

    John Cates, who taught physical education, recreation, health, and nutrition at both the high school and collegiate level, passed away on September 17, 2023. A longtime advocate of health and fitness, he served as a special advisor/clinician with the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports under five presidents.

     

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    Experts say the U.S. is in need of more solutions to help tackle the loneliness problem that’s spreading across the country. Loneliness among young people, in particular, appears to be on the rise in the U.S. at the same time youth-sports participation seems to be ticking down. We sought out research and experts to determine whether these trends could be connected, and if they are, what communities can do about it to boost sports participation.

     

    Milken Institute School of Public Health

    Latinx kids who experienced depression, anxiety or other mental health issues in middle school had a greater chance of developing sleep problems, unhealthy weight gain, and sedentary behavior in high school, according to a new study. The research, led by a team at the George Washington University, suggests that unhealthy behaviors linked to mental health issues may start early in life and trigger obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, and other serious health problems.

     

    Chico State Today

    Physical education has always been a big part of Carli Ross’ life. She coached volleyball for over 15 years, currently teaches yoga classes, and is a lecturer for Chico State’s kinesiology program. Through a variety of rich experiences, Ross has developed a passion for adapted physical education specifically. In 2019, Ross came up with the idea for a study abroad, adapted physical education internship.

     

    Medical Xpress

    When Tanner Bommersbach, M.D., and a team of Mayo Clinic researchers analyzed national records of pediatric emergency department visits, they provided essential data to describe the growing national crisis in pediatric mental health. Their study found that from 2011 to 2020, youth visits to emergency departments for mental health reasons doubled, while the proportion of visits for suicide-related symptoms increased fivefold. The team’s findings were published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

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    Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in the articles do not necessarily reflect those of SHAPE America, and SHAPE America assumes no legal responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of this information. Professionals should refer to the journals, newsletters and publications of SHAPE America for current science-based, accurate educational and professional information.

     

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