In response to research, schools boost physical fitness time
Originally published Feb. 26, 2018 by Education Dive. By Amelia Harper Schools are paying more attention to the need to include physical fitness as experts like Charles Hillman, an advisor
School’s focus on student fitness contributes to academic successes
Data from student-worn heart rate monitors and research about the positive impact physical education has on academic success convinced an IDEA Public Schools principal to make sure students who need
Delivering Quality PE Improves Student Physical, Academic Fitness
Schools that provide quality physical education are seeing the benefits well beyond student fitness levels. The IDEA Public School network saw five of its Texas-based high schools earn rankings among
KU-led program gets kids moving in school with physical activity, increased focus
Originally published by the KU News Service, Oct. 10, 2017 LAWRENCE — When it comes to activity in schools, physical education classes and recess have been the standard for decades. But
ACT’s lagging NAPLAN results could be solved with physical education
Originally published July 24, 2017 in the Canberra Times. By Emily Baker Canberra researchers have unlocked the key to healthier students with better NAPLAN (National Assessment Program – Literacy and
