Sport and Movement Studies
Physical Education and School Health
You are at the forefront of shaping young minds and bodies in the realm of physical education and school health. Every day, you teach children the importance of physical activity, not just as a means to fitness but as a path to overall well-being. You design lesson plans that promote teamwork, coordination, and fun, instilling in your students a lifelong love for sports and movement. Your role goes beyond the gym or the playing field; you also serve as an advocate for healthy lifestyles within the school community. You monitor the health and safety regulations, ensuring that the physical environment supports learning and growth. You understand that physical education is not just about competition; it's about teaching skills that will help students lead healthy, active lives. Your impact resonates in the laughter and excitement of a game well played and the confidence and resilience that these young athletes carry with them into adulthood.
The PESH program is a two-year, dynamic and innovative teacher-education program designed that develops physical education and health professionals for K-12 school settings. The program aligns with state and national standards of quality and is tailored to meet student needs and success.
Special Highlights
- Cohort-Based
- Low student-to-faculty ratio
- Personal and customized advising
- Active student majors club
- Wide-ranging teaching practicums
- Nationally recognized and scholarly faculty
- Washington State endorsement eligible
Key Components of the PESH Program
- Applied Learning
The teacher candidates engage in school-based and practical settings that develop real-world knowledge and skills at both the elementary and secondary levels.
- Non-Traditional Curriculum
The teacher candidates learn various instructional strategies and models by participating in brain-based education, stress management, interdisciplinary learning, nutrition education, fitness education, cooperative learning, and adventure education.
- Technology Emphasis
The teacher candidates learn to use the latest technological tools in the field, including heart rate monitors, accelerometers, tri-fit, movement analysis software, and web-based media.
- Professional Opportunities
The teacher candidates attend and participate in state, regional, and national events and conferences.
Additional Information
Contact:
Dr. Stefan Ward, Program Coordinator
(509) 963-2366
stefan.ward@cwu.edu
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