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Peaceful Playgrounds Short Video. Do you struggle with issues of discipline, co...

2013-05-23T05:10:24+01:00

Peaceful Playgrounds Short Video. Do you struggle with issues of discipline, conflict and bullying during recess? An engaging recess solution is not as difficult as it seems Peaceful Playgrounds.

An engaging recess solution is not as difficult as it seems.

Daily PE does combat childhood obesity new study suggests. More physical educati...

2013-05-21T17:51:41+01:00

Daily PE does combat childhood obesity new study suggests.
More physical education is a sound policy in combating the growing obesity epidemic in the U.S., the study suggests.

http://www.medicaldaily.com/articles/15731/20130520/longer-gym-class-periods-reduce-childhood-obesit
www.medicaldaily.com

Interesting article on dealing with a playground bully.

2013-05-20T16:46:10+01:00

Interesting article on dealing with a playground bully.

How to Deal with a Playground Bully | NannyPro.com
www.nannypro.com
Once upon a time, not all that long ago, bullying was considered a rite of passage and generally dismissed by adults as kids being kids. As more and more

Annies Grants for Gardens. Deadline: May 31, 2013. http://www.annies.com/school...

2013-05-15T16:40:48+01:00

Annies Grants for Gardens. Deadline: May 31, 2013. http://www.annies.com/school-gardens/grants-for-gardens/grant-application/

Painting the U.S. and World Maps Using the Peaceful Playgrounds Stencils.

2013-05-14T22:32:52+01:00

Painting the U.S. and World Maps Using the Peaceful Playgrounds Stencils.

Roosevelt Elementary School Kearny NJ
Painting the U.S. and World Maps Using the Peaceful Playgrounds Stencils.

New research on bullying. A definition and what to do.

2013-05-09T16:40:53+01:00

New research on bullying. A definition and what to do.

Why it is hard to monitor bullying at schools — report
www.washingtonpost.com
A new report by education researchers look at what is known and not known about bullying in schools.

New survey shows parents and educators think physical education should be manda...

2013-05-08T21:18:13+01:00

New survey shows parents and educators think physical education should be mandatory.

Educators Want Mandatory Health, Physical Education in Schools, Survey Finds
blogs.edweek.org
Education Week news producer Bryan Toporek brings you K-12 sports coverage that reaches far beyond box scores. He has written about education for Education Week Teacher, high school sports for the Falls Church News-Press in Virginia, and is a former NBA Team Leader for bleacherreport.com.

A.D.H.D. is play the answer?

2013-05-08T17:18:59+01:00

A.D.H.D. is play the answer?

A prescription for play! | KaBOOM!
kaboom.org
Is our play deficit linked to our children’s growing attention deficit? As we kick off National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, it’s time to seriously examine the mental repercussions of denying our kids the time and space they need to move and explore—in short, to be kids.

Grants for Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs like Peaceful Playgrounds, We C...

2013-05-07T16:13:06+01:00

Grants for Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs like Peaceful Playgrounds, We Count and Fitness Fun Zone. Apply today.
Deadline May 15, 2013

The Safeway Foundation. Get Funded
www.safewayfoundation.org
Find information on the non-profit grant application process for the Safeway Foundation.

CCPHA, along with many partners in California and across the country, will hono...

2013-05-05T23:44:37+01:00

CCPHA, along with many partners in California and across the country, will honor Dr. Toni Yancey’s memory by doing exactly what Toni would have wanted us to do – GET UP AND MOVE in honor of Toni's Instant Recess Program.

We invite our friends and partners: Gather your co-workers on Tuesday, May 7 at 1 pm PDT (4 pm EDT) for a 10-minute Instant Recess. It’s easy -- the Los Angeles Sparks will lead you and your colleagues through a brief activity break.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXijqaIH2NA&list=UUUUUeiWgSs0IgD_hC51qdCw&index=5

SPARKing Motion
www.youtube.com
Join us in a basketball themed Instant Recess break!

Enjoying the CA PTA Conference in San Jose. Booths 406, 408, 410. Drop by and...

2013-05-03T17:12:29+01:00

Enjoying the CA PTA Conference in San Jose. Booths 406, 408, 410. Drop by and say hi in the exhibit hall from 11-3:30.http://www.capta.org/sections/convention-2013/

Introduction / California State PTA
www.capta.org
The mission of the California State PTA is to represent our members and to empower and support them with skill in advocacy, leadership, and communication to positively impact the lives of all children.

Third Annual Move Your Body. Great video.

2013-04-29T17:14:33+01:00

Third Annual Move Your Body. Great video.

WAT-AAH!'s Move Your Body 2013 PSA
www.youtube.com
WAT-AAH! Foundation (http://www.wat-aahfoundation.com/), an organization founded by WAT-AAH!, a brand of functional bottled water for kids and teens, announce...

Great Conference in Charlotte, NC. Session Fitness Can Be Fun Sat. 8:45-10:00...

2013-04-27T02:20:50+01:00

Great Conference in Charlotte, NC. Session Fitness Can Be Fun Sat. 8:45-10:00 Convention Center 217 BC. Join US!

ING: Run For Something Better ING Run For Something Better, in partnership with...

2013-04-24T01:33:13+01:00

ING: Run For Something Better
ING Run For Something Better, in partnership with the National Association for Sport and Physical Education, has developed a school-based running program for each school that desires to establish such a program or expand an existing one. Maximum award: $2,500. Eligibility: programs that target Kindergarten through 8th grade in elementary or middle schools. Deadline: May 15, 2013.

Call for Applications
naspe.confex.com
Call for Applications: 2013 NASPE/ING Run For Something Better School Awards Program

Off to Charlotte for AAHPERD. Stop by the Peaceful Playgrounds booth, join me in...

2013-04-23T16:10:50+01:00

Off to Charlotte for AAHPERD. Stop by the Peaceful Playgrounds booth, join me in Team Four Square Friday @ 11:30, Fitness Fun Zone Friday @ 1:00 both in Demo Area #1, and join us for Fitness Can Be Fun session on Saturday @ 8:45. Hope to see you!!!

Workouts changing from machines to fitness playgrounds.

2013-04-22T17:24:13+01:00

Workouts changing from machines to fitness playgrounds.

Gyms Move From Machines to Fitness Playgrounds
www.nytimes.com
Sandbags, ropes and climbing areas are taking over the floor space as part of functional fitness movement.

Chicago Public School parents plan a "play in" demanding recess in schools.

2013-04-19T06:55:10+01:00

Chicago Public School parents plan a "play in" demanding recess in schools.

Peaceful Playgrounds | Recess Doctor Blog: Chicago Parents Plan a Play In
blog.peacefulplaygrounds.com
You've heard of sit-in? A few years back ( well, quite a few years back) they were as popular as "peaceful demonstrations". Well some Chicago students and parents organized a "play in" earlier this week at Chicago Public Schools Headquarters. Chicago parents are upset that CPS does not have a ma...

Volunteers at Hidden Valley Elementary in Charlotte, North Carolina paint the U....

2013-04-18T06:31:40+01:00

Volunteers at Hidden Valley Elementary in Charlotte, North Carolina paint the U.S. Map on school playground. The Business Volunteer council brought together over 100 volunteers.

U.S. Playground Map Album

Countdown to the AAHPERD Conference. 7 days. Peaceful Playgrounds has booth 132...

2013-04-16T20:00:41+01:00

Countdown to the AAHPERD Conference. 7 days. Peaceful Playgrounds has booth 1327. Please drop by and say Hi.

Although the CA educational system has experienced deep cuts in recent years gra...

2013-04-16T18:16:11+01:00

Although the CA educational system has experienced deep cuts in recent years graduation rates inch higher.

State graduation rates inch higher
www.sfgate.com
Despite the recession and years of budget cuts, California schools overall haven't lost any ground in getting students to graduation day, according to 2012 statistics released Tuesday. [...] state high schools saw across-the-board improvement in graduation rates, with African American and Hispanic…

Nice article on how to improve recess from Playworks Founder, Jill Vialet.

2013-04-16T17:35:17+01:00

Nice article on how to improve recess from Playworks Founder, Jill Vialet.

To Improve School Climate, Examine Recess
www.edutopia.org
As we look at ways to create environments that allow teaching and learning to thrive, it's time to take a long, hard look at the critical role of recess in our schools. Recess has the potential to tr

@Teaching Tolerance. On this day 66 years ago, Jackie Robinson integrated major...

2013-04-15T19:01:51+01:00

@Teaching Tolerance. On this day 66 years ago, Jackie Robinson integrated major league baseball playing with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Today all baseball players will wear #42 in Robinson's honor. Did you also know he was legendary in his efforts for civil rights? http://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/jackie-robinson/

Jackie Robinson, Civil Rights Advocate
www.archives.gov
The National Archives Digital Classroom: Primary Sources, Activities and Training for Educators and Students.

Dodgeball Debate. What do you think?

2013-04-09T02:06:31+01:00

Dodgeball Debate. What do you think?

Peaceful Playgrounds | Recess Doctor Blog: NASPE Position Statement on Dodgeball
blog.peacefulplaygrounds.com
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Applying for an ASAP Acceleration Grant? Tune in to our LIVE Google+ Hangout t...

2013-04-08T17:53:30+01:00

Applying for an ASAP Acceleration Grant?

Tune in to our LIVE Google+ Hangout to learn more and chat live with our Founder, Kara Lubin and other ASAP Champions!

ChildObesity180 and The Active Schools Acceleration Project are graciously hosting this event.

JOIN IN THIS Thursday, April 11: 11:30 PT/2:30 ET for a LIVE Q&A!!

Have a question you'd like to ask?
Submit it in advance to ActiveSchoolsASAP@tufts.edu or ask us on Hangout day, by tweeting your question with the hashtag #ASAPQA.

Google+ Hangout: Live Q&A with Program Innovators | Active Schools Acceleration Project
www.activeschoolsasap.org
Applying for an ASAP Acceleration Grant? Tune in to our Google+ Hangout to meet the champions behind 100 Mile Club, Boks, and Chalk/Just Move!

Irish Education Minister wants P.E. in all schools within 18 months.

2013-04-05T23:03:20+01:00

Irish Education Minister wants P.E. in all schools within 18 months.

P.E. to be a subject in school by 2014
www.thesun.ie
PHYSICAL education will be a core subject in our schools within the next 12 months, the Irish Sun can reveal

P.E. Classes are shifting from a focus on team sports to fitness for life offeri...

2013-04-05T22:52:16+01:00

P.E. Classes are shifting from a focus on team sports to fitness for life offerings.

The P.E. Shift | Scholastic.com
www.scholastic.com
Phys ed programs are getting away from team sportsâ??Â?with great physical and academic results.