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Save the Date: Project ACES ACES takes place on the first Wednesday in May as part of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month along with National Physical Education Week #MoveInMay Learn more: shapeamerica.org/MemberPortal/e…

JOPERD Open Access Article: Why Exercise as Punishment Doesn’t Work in Educational Athletics by Kyle Barnes Read now: shapeamerica.org/publications/j…

WEBINAR: Mind-Body Connection: Supporting Mental Health Through Movement & Nutrition via Active&Fit Direct May is Mental Health Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to focus on the everyday habits that support mental well-being Register: @da7b84dc-6748-4ba5-9b02-1f3a0bdc2b50" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/91409275…

Fewer than 1 in 4 kids get 60 minutes of daily physical activity NFL FLAG-In-School is helping change that—making movement fun, inclusive, and accessible for students Apply today for a FREE kit and become an NFL FLAG-In-School PLAY 60 Champion: flag.genyouthnow.org

Thank You to Our 2026 National PE & Sport Week Sponsors including Mollie's Fund Check out some skin cancer prevention mini-lessons from them and incorporate them into your classes today Learn more: #sponsored-by" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">shapeamerica.org/events/pesport…

New Webinar: Inclusive by Design: Supporting Multilingual Learners in K–12 Physical Education Learn more: #inclusive-by-design" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">shapeamerica.org/prodev/webinar…

🎉 First-year success! York Central Elementary (NY), led by Whitney D’Archangelo, raised nearly $3,400 in their first #healthmovesminds fundraiser 🙌 💰 $1,833.75 back 🎁$404.50 Gopher gift card Great start! #SchoolFundraising #FundsforPE

NEW ARTICLE: How school coaches are prioritizing mental health for student athletes via K12 Dive Read now: k12dive.com/news/coaches-e…

NEWS: SHAPE America and NHL/NHLPA Industry Growth Fund Partner to Launch Free NHL STREET School Curriculum and National Equipment Grant Program for Schools Read now and learn more: shapeamerica.org/pressroom/2026…

Project Aces is May 6th. Have you signed up yet? Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… Those who sign up and complete the survey following are entered in a drawing for a chance to win #IAHPERD26 Convention Registration! #PhysEd #HealthEd

The NHLPA, NHL and SHAPE today announced a new partnership to bring NHL STREET to schools nationwide through a free, standards-aligned street hockey physical education curriculum and national equipment grant program. Details: media.nhl.com/public/news/19…

UnLock Research: Investigating Middle School Students’ Physical Education Emotions, Emotional Antecedents, Self-Esteem, and Intentions for Physical Activity Read now: shapeamerica.org/prodev/researc…

Thank You to Our 2026 National PE & Sport Week Sponsors including NHL Street The NHL STREET School Curriculum is a hockey-inspired physical education program designed to bring fun, active play, and teamwork into any school setting. View their resources: #sponsored-by" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">shapeamerica.org/events/pesport…

Align with the @SHAPEAmerica National HE Standards by having skills become the emphasis of your curriculum. Frame not only the written curriculum but its implementation and assessment with insight from @sarahbenes12 and @HollyAlperin. 👉 monkeylink.co/93b22c @HollyAlperin

NEW BOOK: Physical Best, 5th Edition Developed by experts, the Physical Best approach is the gold standard to teach fitness education in K-12 physical education classes. Learn more and purchase: us.humankinetics.com/products/physi…

Small rewards + student input = big excitement! Kelly shows how creative incentives can drive fundraising success. Create a Healthier School Community with #healthmovesminds: shapeamerica.org/events/healthm…

NEW WEBINAR: Inclusive by Design: Supporting Multilingual Learners in K–12 Physical Education This webinar highlights how movement-based instruction can support language acquisition in K-12 physical education settings. Learn more and purchase: shapeamerica.org/ItemDetails?iP…

NEW Strategies Open Access: The Importance of Supporting Interscholastic Coaches by Christina Villalon Read now: shapeamerica.org/publications/j…

NEW INFOGRAPHIC: Lead With Integrity. Uphold Ethics in Health and Physical Education SHAPE America’s Code of Ethics position statement outlines shared values and responsibilities for health educators, physical educators & wellness professionals Access: issuu.com/shapeamerica/d…

NEW: Free National PE & Sport Week Resources 😀 Our National PE & Sport Week page includes links to resources, including: • Save the Date Flyer; • Spirit Week Activity Calendars for grades K-5 and 6-12; • Inclusive PE Resources; View all resources: shapeamerica.org/events/pesport…