Bret Caslavka is not an ordinary physical education teacher. In fact, he’s technically not a PE teacher at all. The 53-year-old kinesiologist created a nonprofit program several years ago called Youth to the Core, which aims to help elementary, middle, …
Cedar Park Elementary School in Selma, Alabama has been a school that traditionally hasn’t seen much in the way of role models. The reason is not because there haven’t been several educators worthy of such a title but simply because …
Physical education teacher Eric Fargo of Massachusetts was recognized for his commitment and contributions to the Glover School community by being awarded the Margaret Voss Howard Teacher Award for 2014. The annual award recognizes two teachers – one in the …
Most people remember taking physical education class when they were in school, and probably wondering why it was a mandatory requirement for graduation. There are numerous benefits to encouraging children to lead a more active lifestyle and ensuring that they …
A physical education teacher in Frederick, Maryland, who colleagues and former students said taught her classes with excitement and passion, died over the Fourth of July weekend at the age of 94. But those who knew her say that she …
The nature of physical education in America is undergoing a transformation and PE teachers across the country seem pleased with what is happening. Physical education has maintained much of the same look and feel for the better part of the …
It is already known that elements of physical fitness can contribute to improved health in children that persists into adulthood. However, a new study, due to appear in the Journal of Pediatrics, has now looked at which particular element of …