National Physical Education & Sport Week

AdvocacyAdapted Physical Education, Advocacy, Best Practices, Fitness, Future Professionals, Health, Membership, News & Events, Partnerships, Public Relations/Marketing, SHAPE America, Skill Development

National PE & Sport Week is a celebration of the importance of physical education and health education, in addition to kicking off National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Health and physical education is a critical component of a well-rounded education. It’s where students learn: Fundamental motor skills needed to participate in physical activity, which is vital at all stages of …

Call for Presentation Proposals

Board of DirectorsAdapted Physical Education, Best Practices, Exhibits, Fitness, Future Professionals, Health, Membership, News & Events, Partnerships, President's Message, Public Relations/Marketing, Skill Development, State Convention

Please consider submitting a presentation proposal for the 2024 Arizona State Convention. We will be meeting in-person on November 6th and 7th at the Mesa Convention Center. Proposals will be selected based on their target audience (elementary or secondary) and the needs of our members. We are currently seeking proposals on a wide range of topics within these categories: Adapted Physical …

Rookie of the Year

Awards CommitteeAdapted Physical Education, Awards, Best Practices, Fitness, Future Professionals, Health, Membership, News & Events, Partnerships, Public Relations/Marketing

A rookie is a person new to our profession.  In contrast with a veteran who has experience and expertise, a rookie is usually inexperienced and prone to making mistakes, however, if you know of a Rookie Health and Physical Education Teacher that has proven exceptional skills, please consider nominating them. The process is easy!  Once you nominate someone, you will …

Innovative Teacher Award

Awards CommitteeAdapted Physical Education, Awards, Best Practices, Exhibits, Fitness, Future Professionals, Membership, News & Events, State Convention

Do you know of a Health and Physical Education teacher that can put together activities and games with any and all types of equipment? The process is easy!  Once you nominate someone, you will be contacted on what needs to be done next and how we will help. This award is given to any current Health, Physical  Education, or Dance …

Does your Administrator support Health and Physical Education? If so, nominate them!

Awards CommitteeAdapted Physical Education, Awards, Best Practices, Future Professionals, Health, Membership, News & Events, Public Relations/Marketing, State Convention

Administrator’s that fully support quality Health and Physical Education programs can sometimes be hard to find. If you are fortunate enough to work with an administrator that goes above and beyond for our profession, please nominate them for this award. The process is easy!  Once you nominate someone, you will be contacted on what needs to be done next and …

Keep Kids Safe from Cyberbullying

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Everything is online these days. That includes bullying. Cyberbullying is bullying that happens over digital devices like phones, computers, gaming devices, and tablets. It can happen anywhere people can share, see, or react to content like social media, texting, or game chats. Cyberbullying could be sending, posting, or sharing negative, harmful, false, or mean content about someone else. Some cyberbullying even crosses the line into unlawful …