1. To improve our brains, we have to move our bodies… Exercises involving learning a series of complex movements while coordinating one’s balance have been proven to generate a greater number of connections between neurons. These connections make it easier for children of all ages to learn. SPARK John Ratey, Harvard Medical School,, 2001 & 2008 Brain Development

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3. Expectations Chance to Laugh/Learn/Share What’s wrong with the picture Chances to “Move to Improve” Movement & Music/Brain Development/School Success Resources & Evidence Focus on “Secure Your Own Mask First!”

4. “Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.” Will Rogers You will remember: 10%-Read 20%-Hear 30%-See 50%-See & Hear 70%-Discuss 80%-EXPERIENCE 95%-TEACH SOMEONE ELSE - William Glasser

5. Step # 1 The Message…Physical Inactivity: The public health epidemic of the 21 st Century. Cardiovascular activity, over sustained time, can change brains. SPARK, Ratey 2008

6. (*BMI ≥30, or ~ 30 lbs overweight for 5’ 4”person) Trends* Among U.S. Adults

7. OBESITY

8. Source: Mokdad et al., Diabetes Care 2000;23:1278-83; J Am Med Assoc 2001;286:10. Diabetes Trends* Among Adults in the U.S., (Includes Gestational Diabetes) BRFSS, 1990,1995 and 2001 19901995 2001 No Data 10%

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10. Step # 2 Resources and Information The Power of Partnerships Action Solutions –“Let’s MOVE!” tm

11. How Many Steps – BMI Referenced Standards* How much activity separates normal weight from overweight/obese children 12,000 steps for girls 15,000 steps for boys Converted to time… –107 minutes for girls –137 minutes for boys *Tudor-Locke, C., et.al. (2004). BMI-referenced standards for recommended pedometer- determined steps/day in children. Preventative Medicine

12. Where Students Accumulate Activity Morgan, C. F., Pangrazi, R. P., & Beighle, A. (2003). Using pedometers to promote physical activity in physical education. Journal of Physical Education Recreation and Dance, 74(7), 33-38.

13. Step # 3 Know the science… Promote evidence based action solutions & programs.

14. Brain Development Music, rhythm, repetitive practice of patterns … using balance and eye- tracking are all powerful tools for physical and mental learning. Vanessa Sluming, University of Liverpool, 2002, UK

15. Brain-compatible learning means that educators should weave math, movement, geography, social skills, role play, science, and recreational music lessons. Larry Abraham, University of Texas, 1997 Brain Development

16. Districts taking information from Paper to Practice FAME-Fitness & Math Exploration-GA Fit for the Future-Stanislaus County, CA GAME-Geography and Movement Education-- Roscommon, MI Scheduling Fitness before Math- Titusville, PA Behavior Modification-Canada Every Day PA-Grundy Center, IA Naperville, IL

17. Linking Movement & Learning Repetitive gross motor movement balances brain chemicals that calm behavior and elevates self esteem and self worth and accommodates ADD/ADHD (Jensen) Exercise triggers BDNF that increases neuronal communication (Squires) What makes us move is also what makes us think (Hesslow)

18. Linking Movement & Learning RAS/Vestibular systems are turned on through movement for reading, math, and language (Hannaford) Enthusiastic movement has been shown to improve behavior, mental focus, and memory retention of ADHD students (Wendt) Exercise has the same effect and benefit as anti- depressant medications (Ratey) Amazingly, the same part of the brain that’s processes movement is the same part of the brain that’s processing learning (Strick)

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20. P H Y S I C A L E D U C A T I O N Physical activity is positively associated with academic performance  Dwyer, Blizzard, and Dean, 1996  Mitchell &Scheuer, 2003  1. Prescribe Movement & Physical Activity

21. P H Y S I C A L E D U C A T I O N Students who participated in school physical education programs did not experience a harmful effect on their standardized test scores, though less time was available for other academic subjects  Sallis, McKenzie, Kolody, Lewis, Marshall, and Rosengard, 1999, Shephard 1983  Dwyer, Coonan, Leitch, Hetzel, and Baghurst, 1983  2. Involved in local schools- Advisory Capacity-Increase Physical Education Time- CHAMPION THE CAUSE

22. S C H O O L - S I T E H E A L T H P R O M O T I O N F O R S T A F F Teachers who participated in a health promotion program focusing on exercise, stress management, and nutrition reported:  Increased participation in exercise and lower weight  Better ability to handle job stress  A higher level of well- being  Blair, Collingwood, Reynolds, Smith, Hagan, and Sterling, 1984

23. Stuff to Keep You Sane Avoid Housework (Leading cause of cancer and heart disease) Change Sick Leave to WELL Leave Walk Off the Job-Tobacco Users DO Practice the Dipper in the Bucket Theory Avoid Stinkin’ Thinkin’ Join ME…Be a HOOKER & a PUSHER

24. I’d rather see a sermon than hear one any day... I’d rather one should walk with me than merely show the way. The eye is a better pupil and more willing than the ear. Fine counsel is confusing, but examples always clear. See A Sermon

25. I soon can learn to do it, if you’ll let me see it done. I can see your hands in action, but your tongue too fast may run. And the lectures you deliver may be very fine and true, but I’d rather get a lesson by observing what you do.

26. For I may misunderstand you and the HIGH ADVICE you GIVE, BUT there’s no misunderstanding how you act and how you LIVE!! Edgar Guest

27. The FUNdamentals of School SUCCESS S-Sincere Dedication U-Unique C-Communication C-Commitment E-Energy/ Excitement / Enthusiasm /Exercise S-Stress Management S-SUCCESS-If it is to be…It is Up to ME

28. “Secure Your Own Mask First!” Success-Sincere Dedication: –Freedom is the right to choose the line of greatest advantage verses the path of least resistance.

29. “Secure Your Own Mask First!” Unique-Unique times, resources, opportunities, technology –We know about wellness

30. “Secure Your Own Mask First!” Commitment: Involvement verses commitment –Bacon & Eggs

31. “Secure Your Own Mask First!” Communication –Coordinated School Health Initiatives

32. Communication Thursday night is the first meeting of the “New Mother’s Club”. All women wishing to become new mothers….meet the pastor in his study by 7:00 p.m.

33. Communication On Easter Sunday, Mrs. Johnson will come forward and lay an egg on the alter.

34. Communication Your words are powerful. –Mrs. Richards –Mr. Farrell

35. “Secure Your Own Mask First!” Energy Exercise Enthusiasm Excitement Expectations

36. “Secure Your Own Mask First!” Stress Management-IF YOUR HORSE IS DEAD..DISMOUNT!

37. “Secure Your Own Mask First!” Success: If It Is To Be… It Is Up To Me Take Charge…Let’s Move

38. The Roper Project 5 th graders Physical activity/Health Instruction/Nutrition Wellness Leadership Respect/Responsibility Employee Wellness Before/After School Programming Family Engagement

39. Let’s Move: Roscommon, MI #1-All staff employee session #2-Coordinated School Health Leaders- Michiana Project #3-Individial meetings & 2 options from each group #4-Outrageous Community Makeover- #5-Ongoing Summer Activities

40. GeoFitness = Linking Movement & Learning Movement is a central mission of the brain. Movement facilitates cognition (Sylvester) Bodily Kinesthetic is one of eight multiple intelligences (Gardner) Raising the heart rate oxygenates the brain and feeds it glucose (brain food) at a greater rate (Ratey)

41. GeoFitness = Linking Movement & Learning More Movement – Smarter Kids http://articles.familylobby.com/79-more- movement-smarter-kids.htm http://articles.familylobby.com/79-more- movement-smarter-kids.htm As Einstein so succinctly pointed out, “Learning is experience. Everything else is just information.” The cerebellum, the part of the brain previously associated with motor control only, is now known to be a “virtual switchboard of cognitive activity.” Eric Jensen More Movement – Smarter Kids http://articles.familylobby.com/79-more-movement-smarter-kids.htm http://articles.familylobby.com/79-more-movement-smarter-kids.htm

42. The Power of P’s Partnerships and Philanthropy Physical Therapists/Great funding partners Participants-5 th graders Pursuit & Parents Policy-Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act of 2004-Wellness Policies Physical Activity Education, Employee Wellness, Before & After School Programs(21 st Century Grants), Counselor Educators, Cross Curricular, Athletics & Activities

43. Exciting variety of activities Easy to follow numbers and cues Physically and mentally challenging Diverse applications and curriculum Enhances social interaction Emotional safety Personal Success = Exercise Adherence (Dishman) Create Success

44. Public Relations Marketing/Funding Find Champions & Opportunity –Physical Therapists –Hospitals –Physicians –Grant Writing –Brain storm with your neighbor –Money isn’t everything…but it ranks up there with oxygen

45. Dr. Jo Philosophy People who want milk should not seat themselves in the middle of the pasture and hope that the cow backs up to them.

46. Don’t QUIT When things go wrong as they sometimes will, when the road you are trudging seems all uphill; When the funds are low and the debts are high and you want to laugh, but you have to cry. When life is pressing you down a bit, rest if you must, but please don’t QUIT.

47. Don’t QUIT Life is weird with it’s twists and turns as many of us sometimes learn.

48. Don’t QUIT And many a failure turns about when you might have won had you stuck it out. So don’t give up though the pace seems slow, you may succeed with another blow.

49. Don’t QUIT Success is failure turned inside out the silver tint of the clouds of doubt. And you never can tell how close you are. It may be near when it seems so far.

50. Don’t QUIT So stick to the fight when you are hardest hit…it’s when things seem worst that you must not QUIT!

51. Be Safe [ provide physical & emotional safety, build confidence] Have Fun [ provide great music, variety, socialization, success – step by number ] Get Fit [ fitness activities embedded into fun programming ] Join the GeoFit Generation & Get Moving America