Research and Publications

School-Based Physical Activity Program Implementation Is Enhanced With Support From Community-Based Partners

Packebush, T., Ahern, K., Brody, B., & Gunter, K. B. (2025). School-Based Physical Activity Program Implementation Is Enhanced With Support From Community-Based Partners. Journal of School Health, 95(1), 26-33.

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BEPA 2.0 Online Training: Effectiveness and Implications for Practice

Packebush, T., Radcliffe, E., & Gunter, K.B. (2023). BEPA 2.0 Online Training: Effectiveness and Implications for Practice. OSU Extension Service Family & Community Health Spring Conference.

BEPA 2.0

Evaluating Effectiveness of an Online Physical Activity Promotion Training for School-based Practitioners

Packebush, T., & Gunter, K. B. (2022). Evaluating effectiveness of an online physical activity promotion training for school-based practitioners. 2022 OPHA Conference. Abstract: https://beav.es/ThA

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The Role of Cooperative Extension in Promoting Physical Activity in the School Setting

Taylor, N., Packebush, T., Winfield, T., & Gunter, K. B. (2021). The role of Cooperative Extension in promoting physical activity in the school setting. Journal of Health Sciences & Extension, 9(2), 135-145. DOI: https://doi.org/10.54718/EXFO9573

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Extension Support of a School-Based Physical Activity Program in Elementary School Settings

Packebush, T., & Gunter, K. B. (2020). Extension support of a school-based physical activity program in elementary school settings. 2020 OPHA Conference. Student Poster Award.

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Association of Teacher-Level Factors with Implementation of Classroom-Based Physical Activity Breaks

Abi-Nader P., Hilberg, E., Schuna Jr., J. M., John, D. H., & Gunter, K. B. (2019). Association of teacher-level factors with implementation of classroom-based physical activity breaks. Journal of School Health, 89(6), 435-443. DOI: 10.1111/josh.12754.

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Teacher-Level factors, Classroom Physical Activity Opportunities, and Children's Physical Activity Levels.

Abi-Nader P., Hilberg, E., Schuna Jr., J. M., John, D. H., & Gunter, K. B. (2018). Teacher-level factors, classroom physical activity opportunities, and children's physical activity levels. Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 15(9), 637-643. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1123/jpah.2017-0218

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Evaluation of an Extension-Delivered Resource for Accelerating Progress in Childhood Obesity Prevention: The BEPA-Toolkit

Gunter, K. B., Abi Nader, P., Armington, A., Hicks, J. C., & John, D. H. (2017). Evaluation of an Extension-delivered resource to accelerate progress in childhood obesity prevention: The BEPA-Toolkit. Journal of Extension, 55(1), Article 2FEA5. DOI: 10.34068/joe.55.02.23

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Integrate Classroom Physical Activity in Schools

Chen, B. H., Michael, S., Borgogna, B., Holmes, K., Hughes, K., Jew, L., & Juergens, M. (2019). Integrate classroom physical activity in schools. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance, 90(8), 10-19. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/07303084.2019.1649577

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Physical Activity Levels and Obesity Status of Oregon Rural Elementary School Children

Gunter, K.B., Jackson, J. A., Abi Nader, P., & John, D. H., (2015). Physical activity levels and obesity status of Oregon rural elementary school children. Preventive Medicine Reports, 2, 478-482. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmedr.2015.04.014

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Estimated Energy Expenditures for School-Based Policies and Active Living

Bassett, D. R., Fitzhugh, E. C., Heath, G. W., Erwin, P. C., Frederick, G. M., Wolff, D. L., Welch, W. A., & Stout, A.B. (2013). Estimated energy expenditures for school-based policies and active living. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 44(2), 108-113. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2012.10.017

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