It was so great to hear about the success of West Virginia in becoming the first state to have all public elementary schools enrolled in Let’s Move! Active Schools, and how so many organizations, community, staff, and teachers came together … Read More
PE Teacher Mike Ginicola shares how to play Table Ball to spice up your striking unit for grades 3-6. After 18 years of teaching volleyball to my grades 3-6 classes, I was getting bored with it. I happened to come … Read More
Add these 3 beach props to your senior exercise class in the summer months to help keep your facility active. Our friends at notjustbingo.com have shared some ways to use beach balls, pails, and towels. 1. Beach Balls Beach balls are … Read More
What is Collaborative Art? Collaborative art projects offer a group the opportunity to create a lasting project that each individual participates in. Creating a collaborative art piece takes patience, respect, teamwork, and helps to build a community. We encourage you to integrate … Read More
The YMCA is a cause-driven charitable organization here to strengthen the foundation of community in the areas of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Seeing a need to expanding STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education, YMCA Senior Vice President … Read More
I have attended and worked at summer camps my entire working life. From the age of 14 through the past couple of years, I have seen friendships formed, memories made, and special light-bulb moments where a camper and counselor recognize … Read More
It’s finally summer and there are so many ways to celebrate with your senior residents. Here are 7 of our favorite activities from notjustbingo.com to add to your senior facility activity calendars for June, July & August. Looking for more … Read More
Make this watermelon craft in just 5 easy steps! These are fun for kids to make at summer camp. You can also use this for a summer party decoration or just to spruce up your home for the season. Materials: Acrylic Paint … Read More
Physical education teacher Matt Barrows shares how to play Tic Tac Toe relay, including a description and a video of his students doing the activity: I like to promote exercise in fun creative ways in the gym. Anything that has the … Read More
Looking for ways to celebrate the 4th of July at your nursing facility? Our friends at notjustbingo.com have come up with these 6 indoor or outdoor activities to have at your Fourth of July party. 1. Independence Day Volleyball Tournament … Read More
