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June 25, 2025
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The SHAPE America Impact Report offers an overview of the organization’s strategic priorities, as well as the programs and initiatives that have had a positive effect on students, teachers and school communities during the past year. The report details SHAPE America’s ongoing work, which includes advocating for HPE; celebrating and uplifting health and physical education professionals; providing high-quality, standards-based resources and professional development; and much more.

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Open goals (e.g. to “see how many steps you can reach today”) may be a promising strategy for promoting physical activity. This study from the June issue of Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport (RQES) examined the feasibility of using open goals in a 10-week step-based physical activity program. Quantitative methods assessed physical activity, enjoyment and self-efficacy, while qualitative methods explored participants’ perceptions of open goals.

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NDSU’s practitioner-friendly M.Ed. in Leadership in Physical Education and Sport Coaching is 100% online and asynchronous! Complete your degree in 30 credits (9 required, 21 elective). ALL students receive our in-state tuition rates! Enjoy rolling admissions with opportunities to start fall, spring, or summer. No GRE required. !

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SHAPE America is now accepting applications for task force members who will guide the revision process for the Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) standards and the Health Education Teacher Education (HETE) standards. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of PETE and HETE and to ensure that national standards reflect the demands and realities of a changing educational landscape.

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Get students outside and active with classic and unique games built for all skill levels, like the GamePlay IntroToss™ Beanbag Set or GamePlay EZToss™ Set.

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Join the SHAPE America Research Council on July 24 at 2 p.m. ET for a free webinar that will explore how universities can play a vital role in advancing whole-of-school physical activity and health initiatives. Discover how these programs can provide valuable hands-on experiences for university students, deliver impactful services to community partners, and open new avenues for faculty research.

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SHAPE America’s Leading Healthy Schools program offers free professional development and coaching for principals, assistant principals, directors, and deans. We are currently enrolling for our 2025-2026 cohort, with an application deadline of August 10. Want to learn more? Sign up for one of our virtual information sessions, held on July 9, July 31 and August 6.

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June 30 is the last day to get the popular “Health & PE for Every Body” T-shirt, which highlights the vital role of health and PE in educating all children, while also promoting belonging and community. Already have the black T-shirt? Buy one in purple … or get the new hoodie! All net proceeds from apparel sales will help send teachers to the 2026 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo in Kansas City.

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A new study published in Physiology & Behavior has found that children experience greater improvements in attention, memory and thinking speed after physical activity when it takes place outdoors rather than indoors. The findings suggest that combining exercise with time in nature may offer unique benefits for brain function — benefits that neither exercise nor outdoor exposure alone can fully explain.

 

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Derek Gallagher, a teacher at Martinsburg High School (MHS) in Martinsburg, WV, isn’t one to sugarcoat hard truths. A decade and a half since he arrived at Martinsburg High, two things ring undeniably unique about Gallagher’s approach to education: the garden and the workouts. Just beyond the edge of an ancient MHS tennis court, a once-forgotten patch of land has been transformed into something quietly radical: a living, breathing classroom.

 

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In a time where youth are increasingly experiencing social isolation and disconnection, understanding how social connections influence physical activity is more important than ever. Recent research is providing critical insights into the relationship between social relationships and physical activity, particularly during periods of greater social isolation and disconnection, such as extended out-of-school summer months.

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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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