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I would like to formally announce the Keynote Speaker for the Arizona Health and Physical Education State Convention on October 24, 2018. Dean Kriellaars is one of the foremost experts on Physical Literacy. This journey to secure Dr. Kriellaars as my keynote began over a year ago when I had the privilege to attend the International Physical Literacy Conference in …
Yes, that’s a bold statement, yet, I believe it 100%! The theme of this year’s 2018 Arizona Health and Physical Education State Convention is Ready, Set, P.L.A.Y. Physical Literacy for All Youth. Physical literacy is the key to ensuring our students have their ticket to a lifetime of physical activity and a healthy lifestyle. We are currently accepting proposals for …
Subject: URGENT/DEADLINE: Please invest 5 minutes NOW for recess bill approval by the legislature!! — just a simple copy/paste! Our K-5 recess bill SB1083 would restore a 2nd daily recess, at no cost to schools, with maximum local implementation flexibility–while protecting PE. The bill got out of the Senate 26-3–but the the opposition is misinforming Representatives & trying to gut …
The Arizona Diamondbacks, along with Arizona Health and Physical Education, invite you to bring your family and friends to the game on Saturday, May 12 vs. the Washington Nationals. Tickets are specially discounted and a portion of the proceeds from every ticket sold will benefit Health and Physical Education Programs throughout the state. Purchase a $35 ticket (sections 203-204) and …
Be Positive! Be Fun! Be Yourself! Three simple rules to live by during a DANCEPL3Y workshop. Words not only perfect for the workshop, but for life. My school, Highland Junior High, in Gilbert, AZ had the honor of being the first school in Arizona, to receive a DANCEPL3Y workshop. Newly christened Certified DANCEPL3Y Kids Instructor and Arizona School Programs …
7:30- 8:30 Registration and Breakfast-Atrium at Ability 360 8:30- 9:00 (Gym) Kick it up a Notch! – Presented by Danielle O’Reilly and Stephanie DiPiazza 9:10- 10:00 (Conference Room) Community Adaptive Sports Organizations – Presented by Tim Binning (Gym) Modified Tennis – Presented by Jill Christiansen and Jackie Marxx 10:10- 11:50 (Conference Room) Keynote Presentation- Inclusion in PE in the US and Around the …
It’s been 26+ years I have been in education. I still still remember the conversation with my physical education teacher in elementary school. She was and still is someone I looked up to and never wanted to disappoint. She asked me one day what I wanted to do when I grew up (not sure I actually have yet) and I …
Seasons Greetings to all Arizona Health and Physical Education Professionals, On behalf of the Board of Directors, we wish you all a very Happy Holiday Season and a blessed New Year! Take this time to be with your family and friends and re-energize for second semester. Thank you for all you do for your students and helping them learn to …
With first semester quickly winding down, I’d like to take a few minutes to welcome our new board members. For our Advocacy committee welcome Dr. Jennifer Houston of Mesa Public Schools and Arizona State University. Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge at all levels and I know she will be a great advocate for our field both locally and nationally. …
WOW! What an amazing super-charged Convention we just had. If you were able to attend thank you so much for continuing to strive to be the best teacher you can be and attending meaningful, professional development. Our keynote speakers, Kymm Ballard and Sarah Lee were extremely inspirational and definitely had us all ready to put our superhero capes on and …