Physical Education and Health Education-Shape America

SHAPE America envisions a nation where all children are prepared to lead healthy, physically active lives.

Health and physical literacy can be a life-changer for all children. It's a simple but powerful belief that drives everything we do. Learn more

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SHAPE America and Gopher Sport Announce Partnership to Support Health and Physical Education in Communities and Schools Across the Country

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Guidance Documents

Student Recruitment for Physical Education and Health Education Teacher Education Programs
It is clear that demand for physical education and health teachers is strong. Jobs are available; the recruits to fill the jobs in most states are not.

By You, For You Webinar

Be a Health Literacy Superhero
Giving back has always been a strong part of Missouri AHPERD (MOAHPERD) and its members because as teachers, we give back every day and we know the impact a little extra care can make.

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Relationships: The Foundation of Our Work
I recall saying: “It’s all about the relationships! All of these issues can be solved by having a teacher in every classroom who cares about kids enough to get to know each and every one of them and put them ahead of themselves and their content.”

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Activity Calendar

Download December Activity Calendars
Integrate new activity ideas using SHAPE America's standards-based resources and grade-level activity calendars.

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SHAPE America's The Relationship Between Physical Education and Physical Activity

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National Standards & Guidelines for Initial Health Education
This book is firmly supported by the common roles and responsibilities of professional practices in Health Education