After prying off their sneakers and slipping on dance shoes, the students at Metropolitan Ministries Academy formed straight lines and stood at attention. ...more

October 8, 2008

A few steps from the gymnasium at Turkey Creek Middle School, six teachers plot to transform adolescent couch potatoes into fitness-minded thinkers. ...more

June 5, 2008

A few steps from the gymnasium at Turkey Creek Middle School, six teachers plot to transform adolescent couch potatoes into fitness-minded thinkers. ...more

May 21, 2008

When I think back to my old gym class, I realize it was a mixed bag. I have fond memories of playing kickball and learning how to square dance. (Yes, learning how to do-si-do was part of the state of Pennsylvania's physical education program.) On the other hand, dodgeball was never really high on my list. ...more

January 31, 2008

What has changed this school year with physical education? Students in K-5 public schools are required to take 150 minutes of physical education every week. There is not a requirement for middle school students, but schools are encouraged to provide 225 minutes of physical education per week. High school physical education has been reduced from 2.5 semesters - including one semester of health - to two semesters of physical education, with health integrated. ...more

September 23, 2007