Thank you Texas Physical Activity Research Collaborative for allowing me to share our #InPACTatSchool findings! Looking forward to new collaborations as we work together to improve the health and wellbeing of children across the country! #LetsMoveMichigan #LetsMoveTexas

Excited to be discussing the cognitive and social-emotional benefits of the #InPACTatSchool and #InPACTatHome programs at American Psychological Association’s Good for Your Body and Mind webinar today at 1pmEST. Join us for an enlightening conversation! #LetsMoveMichigan #MoveThinkBe

Moving more is the No. 1 way to reduce stress. Simple stretches like these can help you reset both body and mind.

What’s a sure-fire way to deepen students’ engagement and retention? Get them on the move! 🔥🏃

Jonathan Swegles Jonathan, yoga is interesting indeed. #MEMSPAChat

A2: I try to stay organized & have my stuff ready to go.

Organization means I'm able to start classes with discussions about what is coming up. This leads to anticipation & Ss looking forward to next activity.

For some Ss, I also provide a list of today's tasks.

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Verle Gilbert Verle, that is great. Having a moment to relax from intense academic thinking or learning can really allow a student to come back with renewed focus on the next topic or lesson. #MEMSPAChat

A2. It has to be taught early and modeled daily. It can be like a basketball play at practice. Stop it, rewind it, and go by the 'numbers' if needed. Step by step. #MeMSPAChat

A2: Transitions can happen quickly, so being intentional about planning transitions that will happen between activities will make those transitions go smoothly. #MEMSPAChat

Rebecca Hasson A4 - Incorporating movement in the classroom is an opportunity to teach students how to be responsible when given a less structured environment. It can promote behavior management and academic self-initiative. #MEMSPAChat

A1: In my classroom I have flexible seating. Students can to sit wherever they feel comfortable when they come in. They can also move to another spot during class if they want.

I also integrate activities where Ss have to get up & do more kinesthetic activities.

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A3: Well...umm...it is another thing added to their plate. Especially if they're not used to it. 🤣

However, it can also help more Ss have more effective learning experiences in the long run. People are different. Not everyone can sit at a desk for an hour.

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A4: Some people are fine sitting at a desk and holding their focus for a while. For others, it can be a stressful experience. Some people really need to move. Stretch their legs. Get some fresh air. It's a great stress reliever & can rejuvenate their focus.

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#MEMSPACHAT Moving helps a student sharpen their focus, and mitigates stress and anxiety. Taking even 2 minutes every 25 to 30 minutes helps students.

I would recommend that others check out the video of #InPACTInTheClassroom Great resource to learn more about getting Ss up after instead of sitting throughout the day.
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A1: Movement activates during a lesson, such as conga line, turn and talk, inside/outside circles, four corners, Mix and Mingle, are some great ways to get students moving around and talking about content with each other. #MEMSPAChat

A4: Movement is good for the brain and for the rest of the body. #MEMSPAChat

Jonathan from Traverse City, building admin, deliverer of PD, guardian of the drop off, writer of newsletter, ready to learn! #MemspaChat