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Why physical activity is important. Data compiled By Scott Davidson From other public domain documents. All information has been through peer review and published. Pictures and graphs are hyper linked to the source publication for further reference. Brain activity and fitness. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Data compiledBy Scott Davidson

From other public domain documents

All information has been through peer review and published.

Pictures and graphs are hyper linked to the source publication for further reference.

Notice how the brain is lit up in highly fit children.

Children that are physically fit will access the information in their brain more efficiently and be less distracted.

How complex activity mimics the learning process.

How a Neuron Works

How practice helps

PE Impacts Test Taking

PE Impacts Language

PE Impacts Math

The following data demonstrates how PE can impact students• Language grade level testing• Math grade level testing• Discipline

Strategic physical education is proven to increase achievement.

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PE4life Data

PE4life’s Core Principles• Be directed to all students, not just the athletically inclined• Offer a variety of fitness, sport, leisure and adventure activities• Provide a safe and encouraging learning environment• Utilize individual assessments• Incorporate current technology• Extend beyond the walls of the gymnasium• Ideally, be offered to every child every day