Halloween has always been tough for me as a physical education teacher. Don't get me wrong. I love the holiday and the enthusiasm it infuses in the kids. I'm sure you can relate to the energy generated when we introduce Halloween-themed games! More than anything, I enjoy listening to the kids' banter about their dress-up … Continue reading PE Teachers – Last-Minute Halloween Costume? – Search No More
October’s Pumpkin Dice Latte Challenge
It's time to Flourish with Fitness by taking the Pumpkin Dice Latte fitness challenge. In order to take this sweet challenge students, parents, teachers, and staff will need the following: Pumpkin - With the help of an adult, find a pumpkin you can safely lift off the ground and over your head. You should be able … Continue reading October’s Pumpkin Dice Latte Challenge
Stop! Pay Attention! You’re on Recess Duty!
Unstructured Recess Does NOT Equal Unsupervised Recess In some instances educators confuse unstructured recess with unsupervised recess. While students are being challenged by the real life lessons recess naturally provides, educators must be present. Recess is NOT time for a break, to grade papers, to sit and chat with colleagues, or to catch up on social media. … Continue reading Stop! Pay Attention! You’re on Recess Duty!