Tips for Future Physical Education Teachers |Q & A Interview|

[@TonySnowShow]

Aspiring First Year P.E Teacher here! Just passed my Physical Education Exam EC-12 first attempt and have a few interviews coming up for the 2019-2020 school year! I'm a Navy Vet w/ 8 years of service and Grad from the University of Houston and am essentially studying your techniques like it's my job, lol! But seriously, keep up the great content! Your dedication to your craft is definitely inspirational to first year educators and beyond. Thanks man!

[@ThePESpecialist]

:-) So pumped to hear that it's helpful and good luck with your Phys Ed Career! Appreciate your service as well - Thank You!

[@briannaspeezy4258]

Hello! Retired Navy… Just curious what program did you use? If you may share your pipeline. Thank you.

[@maggievandiver8555]

I work with children’s ministry & lead Vacation Bible School games for about 8 years now. I enjoy watching your videos.

[@sassiecas4337]

I am starting my teaching career this year, and I am alternate certified, and your resources are AMAZING. My stress level has reduced significantly, and I am so grateful for your videos and resources! Thank you Ben!

[@ThePESpecialist]

🙌🏻 So pumped to hear that! We're all about reducing stress - congrats on the new job!

[@aleishasvlogs9506]

I aspire to be a PE teacher in the future and this has really widened my perspective of my dream! Thank you!

[@ThePESpecialist]

Glad to hear that - hope it works out for you!

[@PEUGANDA]

We are physical education teachers in uganda. Glad to learn from your experience

[@ThePESpecialist]

That's awesome, glad it was helpful!

[@nickeliscajigas6310]

A marine vet here looking to become a PE teacher. Your videos have helped a lot. Thank you

[@ThePESpecialist]

Awesome to hear that - some of my best student teachers have been Vets moving on to their 2nd career, you'll do great!

[@IamRayzmr]

I am changing carriers, from Physical Therapist to Physed and Health Teacher. I have an interview tomorrow. Your videos, are so, so helpful. Thank you a million

[@ThePESpecialist]

Good luck! Glad it's been helpful

[@aidenzufall8333]

I find it very relieving I came across this comment bc after one year of being a pre-physical therapy student majoring in kinesiology I have decided to switch to Phys Ed as well. Glad to know I’m not the only one!

[@thenerdisphere11]

Great video! I’ve decided to go back to college after 5 years to get my teaching credential I plan on teaching PE 😄 super helpful video! 👍🏽

[@mohamedmahrouk6631]

Great

[@wildflowersmile3224]

1st year teacher here. I have worked at the school I am at prior, but this is my first year teaching PE and I just kinda got thrown in there as they scrambled to fill a sudden empty position. I have worked after school for 20 years as a fitness trainer and martial arts instructor but this is a whole new ball game and I feel lost, especially since I have a list of COVID-19 regulations that make me really have to think outside the box! Thank you so much for making videos!!!

[@ThePESpecialist]

Definitely a crazy year to jump into education, honestly everyone feels like a first year teacher this year - glad it's helpful, we've got tons of resources on our website too

[@wildflowersmile3224]

@@ThePESpecialist I am going to check it out. I am looking for specific activities that cover masks w/ social distancing. It was cold weather this week and we had to go in the gym and now I don't dare let the kids do anything that gets them too winded. I am afraid of someone fainting on my watch with less oxygen. We also just had two kids test positive for COVID-19 that have been in PE, so things are getting real.

[@Jessicagall7]

This is awesome, so happy I found your channel. I am currently doing Texas Teachers. I graduated a year ago with a degree in Kinesiology!

[@ThePESpecialist]

Awesome! Glad you found it too!

[@QuangNguyen-dw9je]

13:30-14:06 Great content. I'm probably never going to have children but if I had a child who had to take a PE I would hope their PE teacher teaches the "why" like you

[@dhdhdhbdbdhdgdhdhdhdhdhd5621]

I’m a senior in high school and I’m going too get my degree too become a high school football coach great video man

[@tannerlaster6337]

Good job God bless Jesus is coming soon be ready and stay safe .

[@dubcap1721]

Be sure to understand, you will not get a degree in coaching, you will get a degree in teaching, coaching will be a side job. You will be hired to be a teacher.

[@hughharris2302]

Hey Ben - thanks for everything the past two years since covid. At the end of the school year I will be retiring for teaching. Best of luck and take care!

[@ThePESpecialist]

Big Congrats on retirement! That's a huge achievement, hope you enjoy your next adventure!

[@Dboo2x]

Love it!!! awesome I'm looking forward to start school soon

[@yemeniflowers422]

Thank you for your videos! I'll be teaching P.E. for my first year next school year.

[@ThePESpecialist]

Awesome - Hope your first year goes really well, check out our First Year Teacher Tips Here: www.thepespecialist.com/podcast/002-advice-for-a-first-year-teacher/

[@yourconservativefriend2135]

I’m 14 but I’m thinking bout becomes a school gym teacher or something idek 😂

[@josephkaisamba1792]

bro same

[@astokes7396]

Your voice is so calming! LOL

[@ThePESpecialist]

:-) Thanks!

[@ruslanumarov9581]

Hi there, do i need to get PE education for anatomy/kinesiology instructor in /school/college/university? Or it's 2 different programs? Thanks

[@ThePESpecialist]

PE Degree would be required to teach, to be a university instructor you'd have to contact the university to find out, but I'd imagine at least a masters degree in education or the subject you'd be teaching

[@dubcap1721]

I can help here. I’m a university professor and I teach physical education candidates. Most everywhere you will need a doctorate and at the very least 18 graduate hours in the field in order to teach in higher education.

[@glencoco688]

Hey I’m 21 and have been looking into becoming a PE teacher, but I don’t know what to start in. What should I major in for my associates degree? And what other steps can you give me info on. Please and thanks

[@ThePESpecialist]

It just depends on the university you want your Phys Ed Degree from - you can contact the education department for the school you want to graduate from to find out the major requirements

[@dubcap1721]

What state are you in? Most universities have a bachelors degree path.

[@searbhreathach9762]

gym will always be my favorite class

[@rahulkharat1418]

I hv completed my Bped and Mped from India mumbai university. So Pls give me any opportunity for job. If u can pls

[@FemmeAvalos]

I have my degree in Kinesiology .... But I'm thinking about becoming a PE teacher through the Texas Teachers program

[@Jessicagall7]

I am currently doing Texas teachers, also have my degree in Kinesiology!

[@milcielymendoza5351]

Jessica Gallegos how long will that program take you?

[@FemmeAvalos]

Milciely Mendoza it’s finish on your own time but people can finish in like 2 months if they get on it right away , My goal is end of July

[@FemmeAvalos]

Milciely Mendoza I just started 2 months ago , I work a full time job so I’m going slower then I would like

[@Jessicagall7]

Milciely Mendoza yeah it on your own pace I haven’t finished it yet

[@CALCLAUDIANE]

Great vídeo. Inscribed 👍🏽👍🏽 Physical Education From Brazil.

[@galbenhaim3449]

The field is great,how can you make related side hustles? Or integrat into related jobs in your off time

[@verydenise]

I love fitness but not sports. Would PE still be a good fit for me?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Only you can answer that. The number one thing is you have to love kids and love teaching them, get into some schools and volunteer or sub and see how you like it

[@Vayish123]

I’m an advertising major in college (and a sophomore so kinda too late to switch majors and graduate in 4 years). I do however want to become a gym teacher. I especially want to set myself in an atmosphere making kids happy. What do you think I should do? Also this may be a dumb question but do I have to know how to play all sports?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Nice man! Marketing is a great skill set and can he really useful in teaching too - we all market ourselves and our classes every day in one way or another. I would either switch majors and graduate in 5 years if you're sure about it - or finish up and get a masters in PE - or finish up and look into alternative certification methods in your state. Also, try to get some substitute teaching jobs to get a feel for it and make sure it's what you want to do. You definitely don't need to know how to play all sports, but you can always learn along with the kids while you're teaching them

[@Vayish123]

@@ThePESpecialist Thank you! Also would a masters degree in athletic administration and sports management help? What are some examples of an alternative certification?

[@ThePESpecialist]

@@Vayish123 You just have to call the state department of education or district where you want to work to find out if they offer alternative means of certification or not and what the details are - it varies state by state. Athletic Admin might help if that's something you want to get into aside from teaching - sports management probably not - if you want to be a teacher I would just try to get in front of kids as much as possible an education degree is more helpful than athletic admin for teaching purposes

[@mr.j6805]

Hey man this is my 2nd year teaching and I plan on doing PE for full time.Do I just need to take the test?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Depends on the state and district, normally states require a Phys Ed Degree, or you have to go through an Alternative Certification process if you don't have a PE degree. I would contact HR in the district you're in

[@tommiller578]

I’m 18, I’m thinking about going to college and getting a degree then hopefully becoming a PE teacher but a lot of people are telling me not to and I don’t know what to do any tips?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Why not? Ultimately it just depends on you man - Physed is a great fit for me, but it wouldn't be for a lot of people, just depends on what you want out of life and where your skill set and passion is.

[@tommiller578]

@@ThePESpecialist they keep saying I’m not gonna make enough money to support my family when I’m older etc. and saying I’m wasting my time but I think it’s a job I’ll enjoy a lot

[@ThePESpecialist]

@@tommiller578 That's definitely something to. think about, teachers don't do it for the money and won't be living an extravagant lifestyle without some side gigs, but there's also a lot of teachers with families - you can look up the salary schedule and determine if it's gonna be enough for you in the area you live in

[@neoul6958]

Hi, your video’s helped me a lot. But I’ve been always wanting to know if the nationality would matter to get a job as a PE teacher abroad or in an international school?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Glad to hear that - I don't think so, as long as your fluent in the language I would hope most schools would care about your teaching competency and whether or not you are a good fit for the position at the school

[@neoul6958]

The PE Specialist Ahh it’s so good to hear that!! Thank you so much! 😁

[@rbrasi7]

I have 26 years of teaching experience in elementary PE in the state of Texas. My class sizes average around 45 students per class and on Fridays, I have every single student. My classes last 50 mins and each student gets PE three times a week. My biggest challenge is finding new activities on Fridays to keep kids moving in a small gym. I use DrumFit, yoga, dance, walk-a-ton challenges, stability ball workouts, relay races, tae bo, and cupstacking. Fridays I have four sections at once and this past year, that meant 92 5th graders. If you have any activities you use with large groups, please post them on youtube, if you don't mind. Thanks.

[@ThePESpecialist]

those class sizes are insane in my opinion, but you might be able to modify some of our games and resources to make them work. Check out hula hut relays, station ideas, fire and ice, cross the river - all explained in detail on our site, links to each can be found on our resources page.

[@Theultimatecuppy]

Hey there Ben! I am a 19 year old college student majoring in kinesiology in southern California and preparing to transfer from a community college to a university but I do not know yet what my focus will be on, whether its Physical education, applied health, or exercise science, those are the focuses my transfer school offers. While I still am leaning toward becoming a PE teacher, I am not sure how I would coincide with the kids and the work in general. What would I need to do to an internship or get some sort of hands on experience? Also I have been thinking of taking a gap year from college to truly find out if I want to do PE for the rest of my life, if I were to, do you recommend any goals or certifications for me during that year? Also, what does it take to coach high school sports? Credentials? Networking? Experience as a player? Internships? I apply for transfer for my university in 2 months but I feel as if I need more time, what should I do? Thanks

[@ThePESpecialist]

Usually you don't need credentials to coach at least in my district. As far as experience I would seek out some quality teachers that are near you and go observe them, offer to help out and explain your situation - most people would love some extra help and it would give you a chance to see a few different programs. Also, substitute teaching is a great way to get a feel for it - it's super hard to find a good sub, so shoot an email to the PE teachers you would want to sub for during your gap year and you'll get booked up pretty quickly. You're 19, you've got a ton of time - I think your smart to test things out before you go all in - hope it goes well

[@Theultimatecuppy]

The PE Specialist thank you for responding Ben I will definitely take up your advice on trying to sub for some pe teachers I know during my gap year should I take one, thanks again!

[@jayman9898]

What is the right material/textbook to pass the physical education exam ? Please let me know. FTCE state of Florida

[@ThePESpecialist]

No idea - I'd check the certification test website for a recommendation

[@admabonitaretes1431]

Good day sir, is it necessary to have sports coaching skills in order to be a middle school PE teacher?

[@ThePESpecialist]

It depends on the school you plan to work at, but most PE coaches at the secondary level are expected to coach - it would be something to discuss with your admin when interviewing. That's one reason I chose elementary - I wanted to focus on teaching and not be forced to coach

[@admabonitaretes1431]

@@ThePESpecialist thank you so much sir for the information, it helps a lot. Good luck and God bless.

[@axelfuentes1376]

Thank you for this Great video

[@joebolz]

I was never athletic. Once when we were running laps around the gym I wasn't moving fast enough for the kid behind me so he gave me a shove and I went headfirst into the hardwood floor. I wound up in the hospital. Kids should not be forced to take PE because for some kids it does more harm than good.

[@ThePESpecialist]

Man, sorry that happened to you. That's not an issue with PE though, that's an issue with the behavior management of the other students in your class. You only get one body, learning how to take care of it is a pretty important part of life - that's what PE should be about. That sounds like a horrible experience though, I can understand why you'd feel that way after going through something like that

[@joebolz]

@@ThePESpecialist Nonathletic kids go through things like that all the time. The real issue is that nobody in the class though it was wrong, not even the teacher. It happened right in front of him.

[@josephcassano6296]

Can I become a physical education teacher with a nutrition and dietetics bachelors or masters degree? An educational studies degree?

[@ThePESpecialist]

You'll have to look up the certification requirements in the state / district you want to work - I would assume you'll at the least be required to pass the certification test for the state and go through an alternative certification course if you don't have a Phys Ed Degree - but it depends on the state (also private schools have different rules too, usually more. leniant)

[@JuanCarlos-ks2mx]

Do u have to major in kinesiology to become a PE Teacher? Or is there other majors to become one like child development?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Where I live you have to major in Physical Education, but there could be different requirements depending on where you want to teach

[@JuanCarlos-ks2mx]

@@ThePESpecialist oh alright yeah cause here at Mira costa college there making me take alot of math and biology course in order to be a PE Teacher ebich i find really hard amd unnecessary

[@JuanCarlos-ks2mx]

The PE Specialist did u have to take a lot of math and biology courses to become a PE Teacher?

[@ThePESpecialist]

@@JuanCarlos-ks2mx Yes we took those as well, Biology and Anatomy courses were pretty tough for sure

[@Mark-ri8vn]

How much do PE teachers make and is the pay a livable wage to have a good life?

[@AsunderFuture]

Depends where you live

[@ugochukwuokoro1925]

I live in NJ and i started off at $54,500

[@jdawg6489]

is there any difference in schooling (what you go to college for) in order to be a highschool PE teacher?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Most college PE programs certify you for teaching K-12th, so you will learn about all of it.

[@user-jh4ni4sd5o]

Just graduated from Sport and Exercise Science and thinking to become a P.E. teacher.. But im so nervous even thinking about being in front of that much people even if they are kids 😔

[@ThePESpecialist]

Best way to get used to it is to try it out, either go observe a teacher, intern with one or sub in a school

[@chelseabenjamin1248]

I’m 21 live in North Carolina and would love to be a P.E teacher. Do you have to get your bachelors? Or can you get some kind of certification?!

[@ThePESpecialist]

You normally have to get your bachelors in PE, but some states have alternative certification routes, I would contact your state department to find out or the local district where you want to teach

[@joelocascio3046]

i’m currently 24 and working full time at a packaging company i have a few college credits and coach basketball all winter do you think it’s too late to become a pe teacher even tho i wouldn’t be able to do school full time with work and it would take me at least 5 more years ? thanks

[@ThePESpecialist]

I think you should work towards doing whatever you think you want to do with your life. I'd recommend looking into alternative certifications and maybe substitute teach a little bit to make sure it's actually a good fit before you commit to a bunch of school and debt.

[@babygirllove8339]

Joe Locascio hey I want to be a pe teacher too you could try bryan university online it’s two class at a time and you will gratitude in 3 years

[@dubcap1721]

I have numerous students in my University program that are in your position, it is very doable.

[@user-gi5ux8dm2n]

Do you need to be hood in science to become a pe teacher in the UK

[@ThePESpecialist]

I don't live in the UK, but you have to graduate college, so you'll probably have a few science classes you need to pass as a pre-requisite

[@hoodieboy1515]

Hello sir! I just graduated this may 2019 with a B.A in Child and Adolescent development and minor in Family studies. If I'd like to be a P.E teacher. What would you advise? Would a Master's in Recreation and Tourism Management work ? lol. Or, single subject credential? P.E credential? Sorry, just throwing out my question here but I will check out your channel to find information I need. So glad how KZbin is a great source for jobs/careers!

[@ThePESpecialist]

You'll have to get certified either by getting a degree and taking the necessary certification tests or going through alternative certification - the process just depends on the state you want to work in, so you'll have to contact the state department

[@shannonschlecht1185]

I would like become a high school PE teacher Can you give me some Tips about high school PE teacher..

[@ThePESpecialist]

Best thing to do is find a HS teacher you respect and do some job shadowing to find out more about what it's really like.

[@shannonschlecht1185]

@@ThePESpecialist Thank you I really appreciate it

[@parbindersinghshahi2512]

From India

[@AmitKumarYadav-jc8xw]

Hello there 👋 I really appreciate that you make such awesome vedios...keep it up... My que - I am an Indian..I am also a professional physical education teacher with 4 yrs of experience..I have completed my masters degree..How did I get job in there?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Look into the application and certification process for whatever state you want to teach in, it's different for each state.

[@AmitKumarYadav-jc8xw]

@@ThePESpecialist thanks for the replying...it's helpful to get that reply...Can I get some more help with some other questions if it's possible for you to reply?...thanks again...

[@InsidiouzGTA]

Might be a dumb question, but do you think you can keep a sustainable lifestyle as a gym teacher? I hear the average salary is $45k per year, but for yourself, do you feel like you can maintain a comfortable lifestyle with that salary?

[@ThePESpecialist]

I think that depends on a lot of variables. If you're single and stay out of debt, then yea sure, no problem. If you're married and have 2 incomes, then also no problem. For me as the Father of 3 and the sole breadwinner for my family it wouldn't be possible to live on the teacher salary alone (or at least I wouldn't be willing to do what it takes to cut my lifestyle like that) Which is why I've always had a side hustle going - most teachers do. Ultimately, I think the most important thing is finding something that you love to do - there are tons of teachers out there in the world making it work - sure you're not going to get rich and I wish teachers made more money, but if you love it then find a way to make it work. On the flip side, I know single guys teaching PE and taking the entire summer to travel around, backpack, live in a van, hostel jump from town to town - so it just depends on the lifestyle you want to live and the ability to live within your means.

[@InsidiouzGTA]

The PE Specialist awesome, thank you for the response! This truly helped me out a lot sir!

[@dubcap1721]

Phinaticzs I have a friend in Georgia who is a public school teacher that makes close to $80,000 and he’s in year 20. he has a masters degree. That help?

[@wildflowersmile3224]

Any advice on doing physical activities with kids required to be in masks? I imagine getting kids too worked up and trying to catch their breath with limited air will be a challenge.

[@ThePESpecialist]

I don't have any experience with it yet, but I am planning on being a lot more lenient and flexible this year about effort - I personally hate wearing the mask and trying to do exercise so I'm not gonna expect my kids to give 100% either. No specific activities yet, but I'm planning on putting something together once we get back in school and I find out what the specific guidelines are - I'll share details on my blog.

[@wildflowersmile3224]

@@ThePESpecialist I was just curious what others are planning there. I look forward to hearing what you come up with. I just got moved to the PE teacher position this year in my school so it is all new. But I do teach martial arts as a side job and masks are required in my county (and school) and the kids had a really hard time with physic as l exercise in masks. I am assuming pe will be similar.

[@axelgarcia9818]

I am currently a freshman in college. I am in my second semester and I have questions for PE. I am majoring in pe and coaching. Could I email you?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Sure thing, you can use the contact page on my website

[@Austin-un4hs]

Are you able to be a Physical education teacher with a bachelors in health and human performance degree?

[@kingbrown4061]

Sir am a fresher am base in UAE will like to be a physical education teacher what are the things for me to do?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Check with your state's department of education to see what the requirements are, they vary in every state - where I live you need a degree in Phys Ed and have to pass a certification test

[@swnuky]

SAD - 15 minutes a week? We do 30 minutes per day. Your videos are great! Thanks.

[@ThePESpecialist]

*50 Minutes a week, but yea I wish they got more for sure

[@yazeedmorshid9528]

How long does it take you to become a High school P E teacher

[@ThePESpecialist]

you need a 4 year college degree for teaching Physical Education and passing Teacher Certification tests in most places

[@jozki_]

Can I become a pe teacher with a kinesiology degree?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Depends on the state where you want to work, you'd need to check the certification requirements on the states education website

[@shaziasaleem8086]

I m also PE professor

[@rahulkharat1418]

Where r u from and how can I get my job in ur country

[@ThePESpecialist]

USA - get a physical education degree from any college and pass a certification test for the state you want to teach in

[@rahulkharat1418]

How to get selected for the job. Pls let me know if you know any better way to apply for sports teachers job

[@delsymiranda3111]

Hi, is there a vacancy in an international school for a PE teacher. If I am PHD qualified. Could you please help me. I HV years of experience. Thank you.

[@ThePESpecialist]

I don't work at an international school, I would recommend contacting the school where you want to work

[@canoluna7443]

What should I major in to become a P.E. teacher ?

[@ThePESpecialist]

You should major in Physical Education

[@adithyajayachandran3307]

I'm a post graduate in physical education. Is there any scope for Indians to get job over there? Or we need to do any course for that?

[@ThePESpecialist]

As long as you have a Phys Ed degree you would just need to take the certification tests for the state you want to teach in

[@adithyajayachandran3307]

@@ThePESpecialist sir how can I apply for that?

[@ThePESpecialist]

@@adithyajayachandran3307 go to the state department website for the state you want to work in or just google "how to get certified to teach in ______ (whatever state you want to teach in)

[@patrciaclemons8183]

How tf memorize them names

[@EzequielNovello]

You live in USA or Canada?

[@ThePESpecialist]

USA

[@EzequielNovello]

@@ThePESpecialist ok thanks

[@kmmed2326]

Can i become a PE teacher without mastering any sports?

[@ThePESpecialist]

Sure, it's more about learning to teach and understanding how the skills work and motivating kids than being good at sports (although that doesn't hurt). Nobody is an expert at everything they teach and it can help relate to kids if you aren't that good since that's where most of them are coming from anyway

[@kmmed2326]

@@ThePESpecialist thanks so much

[@joebolz]

For some kids PE is great but for other kids it is a hardship. I was never athletic. In high school I had to run a mile in PE. My body gave out and I collapsed after about quarter of a mile. To force all kids to take PE does a lot of damage to some kids. Kids should be allowed to opt out of PE.

[@russellfink8091]

And feed them chips, soda, and donuts all day too, huh?

[@joebolz]

@@russellfink8091 To force kids that are not athletic to take PE is like forcing kids who are no good in math to take advanced calculus.

[@russellfink8091]

@@joebolz not really, doing simple physical activity is not at all like training for the Olympics. PE is like simple math every one should know. Being physically literate is different then being a high performance athlete. Just like knowing simple math is much different from being a mathematical engineer.

[@joebolz]

@@russellfink8091 All I am saying is that for me to run a mile in PE is like you running marathon carrying a 50 pound weight on your back, it would be equally as difficult.

[@ES1Baller]

Got any recommendations for my situation? Current junior gonna graduate with a sport and fitness administration/management degree. I would love to become a P.E. Teacher in the state of Florida. Just weighing out all of my options here.

[@ThePESpecialist]

You'll have to either get certified or go through alternative certification in the state you want to teach in. You could call the state department to find out specifics. Or get a Masters in PE with a teacher certification

[@ES1Baller]

The PE Specialist Thanks for the info! Was it challenging to find a job fresh out of college in the P.E. Market

[@ThePESpecialist]

@@ES1Baller Not really, there's a teacher shortage right now, but it also depends on your area as well.

[@patrciaclemons8183]

Yah prioritize the once a week PE.. realistically all the subjects are pointless. Teach a child to be healthy and if the infrastructure of corporations collapse, they'll survive by foraging while everyone else dies in the empty supermarket waiting for deliveru

[@kennedycubo7505]

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[@ZahoorAliMehdi]

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