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July 25, 2024
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Meeting the needs of our PHE Community is essential to supporting the teaching of quality physical and health education, and implementing healthy school initiatives. The PHE Journal and PHE Canada Podcast are two of PHE Canada's knowledge sharing platforms, covering a variety of topics.
 
As we approach the start of a new school year, we are wondering:

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Recent Posts

One teacher in front of 4 students. The teacher is high-fiving the left sudent. The 4 students looks happy and are smiling. / Un professeur devant 4 élèves. Le professeur applaudit l'élève de gauche. Les 4 élèves ont l'air heureux et sourient.
Nervous System Regulation in the Classroom
[ Feature Article ] "In order to make better choices, we need to be calm." Nervous system regulation plays a vital role in creating a supportive classroom environment. Educator Keri Albert shares practical techniques like breathing exercises, movement, and mindfulness to help PHE teachers manage stress and guide students toward emotional balance. By fostering calmness, educators can enhance decision-making and promote a healthier learning experience for everyone.
Authored by: Keri Albert, Martha Gumprich
A teacher holding a net with balls in it in a room that seems to allow physical activity for pupils. She has 5 pupils in front of her, 3 girls and 2 boys. 3 of them raise their hands to get a ball from the teacher. / Une enseignante qui tient un filet avec des ballons dedans dans une salle qui semble permettre de l’activité physique à des élèves. Elle a en face d’elle 5 élèves, 3 filles et 2 garçons. 3 d’entres eux lèvent la main pour avoir une balle de la part de l’enseignante.
Embracing the Unpredictable: Tips for Building your PE Supply Teacher Toolkit
[ Feature Article ] Looking for tips and tricks to keep in your PE supply teacher kit? Check out this article to access a variety of necessary K-8 “grab-and-go” style materials and TIPS to not just help you survive, but THRIVE as a PE supply teacher. Whether you are a seasoned supply teacher or just starting out, this article is a must read as you enter the upcoming school year!
Authored by: Caleb Poulin
A female teacher talking and smiling with 5 students in front of her / Une enseignante parle et sourit avec cinq élèves devant elle.
Amplifying Student Voice in Physical Education
[ Feature Article ] Amplifying student voice in physical education actively involves students in decisions that shape their learning. Through concrete examples and creative activities, teachers can better understand student perceptions and adapt their practices to foster an inclusive and meaningful learning environment. Learn how active listening and co-creation can transform physical education.
Authored by: Carla Nascimento Luguetti , Laura Alfrey
The photo is showing three young people talking and looking relaxed.
“The Peer Mentorship Network Helped Me Flourish”: A Whole School Approach to Peer Mentorship
[ Research ] This paper describes the practices of Health Promoters working for Mental Health and Addictions at Nova Scotia Health and their experience supporting a whole school approach to peer mentorship at a high school with a population of 800+ students.
Authored by: Dr. Laura Kennedy, Emily Berrigan, Alyce Casey, Liane Khoury, Sara Brushett, MA, BSc, Dan Steeves BEd, D.A.U.S, MAEd
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A Conversation with Spirit North: Celebrating Indigenous Youth and Unleashing Potential in Sport, School, and Life
[ Feature Article ] The PHE Journal had the pleasure of interviewing Jennifer MacPherson, Regional Director of Western Canada, and Taz Colbourne, Community Program Leader from an incredible organization, Spirit North, who are empowering Indigenous youth to become unstoppable in sport, school, and life.
Authored by: Jennifer MacPherson, Taz Colbourne, Caleb Poulin
Brittany Giles and Dr. Nathan Hall
Brittany Giles, EDI Scholarship Recipient: Redefining Physical Education Through Indigenous Perspectives
[ Feature Article ] Brittany Giles, one of the inaugural recipients of the PHE Canada EDI Scholarship, is driving change in Physical Education curriculum by centering student voices, especially those from equity-deserving communities. Her research, focused on Indigenous perspectives in Physical Education, aims to promote a decolonial and holistic approach to teaching. As a Master’s student at Brock University, Brittany's personal journey, including reconnecting with her Métis heritage, continues to inspire her work in developing culturally relevant pedagogy.
Authored by: PHE Canada