ERIC Number: EJ1068063
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2015
Pages: 10
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ISSN: ISSN-1307-9298
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Impacting Children's Health and Academic Performance through Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programming
Brusseau, Timothy A.; Hannon, James C.
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education, v7 n3 p441-450 2015
Physical activity is associated with numerous academic and health benefits. Furthermore, schools have been identified as an ideal location to promote physical activity as most youth attend school regularly from ages 5-18. Unfortunately, in an effort to increase academic learning time, schools have been eliminating traditional activity opportunities including physical education and recess. To combat physical inactivity in you, numerous organizations are promoting a Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program to encourage academic achievement and overall health. Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs include five components and should be centered around 1) quality physical education, 2) physical activity before and after school, 3) physical activity during school (both recess and classroom activity), 4) staff involvement, and 5) family and community engagement.
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Comprehensive School Health Education, Child Health, Health Related Fitness, Health Promotion, Academic Achievement, Physical Education, Educational Quality, Teacher Participation, Family Involvement, Community Involvement, Partnerships in Education, Coordination, Elementary Secondary Education, Educational Practices, Change Strategies
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education. T&K Akademic Rosendalsvein 45, Oslo 1166, Norway. e-mail: iejee@iejee.com; Web site: http://www.iejee.com
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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