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 *Trash Walk*

Having students collect garbage for points makes a fitness walk more fun.
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 *All-Night Cramming Isn't Efficient*

Students who miss sleep from cramming forget 20-50% more information than students who get a good night's sleep.
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 *Questionnaire Jog*

A way to keep students active while filling out forms during PE class.
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 *Ticket Draws for Better Behaviour*

Present tickets to students demonstrating positive behaviour. The tickets give the students a chance to win a draw prize at the end of the week.

 *Using Email to Create a Community*

E-mail can be used to extend your office hours, providing students with an additional opportunity to make a personal connection with you.
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 *Letter to Teacher Who Witholds PE*

Witholding physical education should not be used as a form of punishment.
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 *Attendance Group Timesaver*

How to save time by taking absences, not attendance.

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 *Conflict Resolution Contracts*

A conflict resolution technique that produces a signed agreement between participants and reduces peer pressure to fight.

 *Exit Poll Tests Students' Feelings*

A way to obtain anonymous feedback from your students about their enjoyment of your physical education classes.

 *Forgotten Gym Clothing Solution*

Students who forget their gym outfit can be discouraged from a repeat performance by having them perform menial tasks for their classmates.

 *Gym Shoe Backups*

A box of used shoes will ensure that forgetful students will be able to participate in your class.

 *Homework- Sports Page Assignment*

Some ideas for using the sports page in homework assignments for your phys-ed students.
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 *Hyperactive Kids - Which Sports?*

Individual sports with lots of personal coaching are most appropriate for hyperactive children.

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 *Icebreaker- Personal Business Card*

Students can make personal business cards as a way to improve self-esteem and class cohesion.
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 *Local Fitness Resources*

Students should be introduced to community recreational and fitness organizations, so they?ll be more likely to remain physically active once they leave school.