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Section 1: The Purpose of Focus Courses within the H&PE Curriculum
The Health and Physical Education (H&PE) Curriculum "is based on the vision that the knowledge and skills students acquire in the program will benefit them throughout their lives and enable them to thrive in an ever-changing world by helping them develop physical and health literacy as well as the...
A Safe Return to School Includes H&PE
"Given the importance of physical activity to long-term health, the COVID-19 pandemic should not limit the amount of physical activity for children/youth" (Government of Canada, 2020, COVID-19 guidance for schools Kindergarten to Grade 12 ) Going back to school is a time of excitement, a time to...
Six Things to Check Off Your September To-Do List!
Fall is in the air! As schools and classrooms fill across Ontario, Ophea is gearing up for another year of supporting Ontario educators with resources, programming, and other supports to promote health and well-being for every student. Since we know that this is a busy time of year for all, we have...
Let’s Explore (and check-in on our knowledge of) the Ontario Physical Activity Safety Standards in Education
Increasing opportunities for physical activity The classroom environment offers a wide range of opportunities for students to be physically active. Implementing meaningful opportunities for students to be physically active can influence a student’s overall school experience, their physical literacy...
Photo Sharing Scenario Activity
Ask a Dietitian: Explore Nutrition Facts and the H&PE Curriculum Webinar Blog
On November 18, 2020, Ophea hosted a webinar exploring nutrition facts and the H&PE Curriculum, which featured educators and a dietitian. The purpose of the session was to give educators a chance to learn about nutrition, confirm or expose long-held nutrition beliefs, and leave feeling empowered to...
#Ophea100 Learning Series: Understanding the Relationship between Physical Education and Truth and Reconciliation
What does Health and Physical Education have to do with Truth and Reconciliation? Why is this relationship important to consider? And what needs to be addressed to create meaningful change in our educational systems? On Monday, August 30 th 2021, Ophea hosted a webinar that provided a space for...
In-Classroom Resources
Online Sexual Harassment Scenario Activity
Key Terms and Notes
A variety of key terms are used when promoting healthy relationships. Here are a few definitions that you should be familiar with as you get started. Administration : The principal and vice principal of a school. Ally : An individual or organization with values similar to yours, who will work with...