Building a Standards-Based Health and Physical Education Curriculum

Breanne Copenhefer
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30
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Course length
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Description

How can you design a PE and health curriculum that not only meets the standards but also engages and empowers students? A well-structured health education framework—grounded in needs assessments, goal-setting, and best practices—sets the stage for meaningful learning. Join Breanne Copenhefer in this informative session to explore how to build and implement a comprehensive PE and health education curriculum aligned with national and state standards. You will learn to integrate interactive lessons, promote skills-based learning, and address sensitive topics with confidence. Whether you are starting from scratch or refining existing plans, this session offers tools and insights to help your curriculum shine. Breanne's expertise in health and fitness instruction will provide you with practical strategies to design a clear, effective health education plan that empowers students to make informed choices and lead healthy, active lives.

Objectives

Identify the key components of a standards-based health and PE curriculum. Explain the role of skills-based learning in promoting health literacy and long-term wellness. Create interactive, student-centered health lessons using digital tools and activities. Evaluate student needs to inform curriculum content and goal setting. Assess the effectiveness of your current curriculum in meeting standards and student needs. Design a comprehensive health education lesson or unit that supports student growth and aligns with best practices.

Key Take Aways

• Understand how to align a PE and health education curriculum with current standards and learning outcomes. • Implement skills-based approaches that actively engage students in real-life health decisions and behaviors. • Promote student participation and well-being through interactive technology and engaging lesson formats. • Incorporate thoughtful strategies to address sensitive health topics with care and expertise.

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Breanne Copenhefer

Breanne Copenhefer holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership and has 21 years of K-12 teaching experience. Certified in personal training and nutrition, she’s taught Human Anatomy for 7 years and is a member of the Nevada Athletic Director Association.
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