LIMITED EDITION CONVENTION T-SHIRTS!!

Jennifer HoustonAdvocacy, Awards, Executive Director, Membership, News & Events, President's Message, Public Relations/Marketing, State Convention

TIME IS RUNNING OUT TO GET YOUR LIMITED EDITION 2025 CONVENTION T-SHIRT!!! Order here: https://members.azhpe.org/https/members.azhpe.org/admin/store/products but don’t wait! Several colors and sizes S-4XL are available. Be sure you are signed in to your membership profile to get the membership price of $20! Again, these will NOT be available to order after next Friday, October 17, 2025 so click on that link …

Arizona Health and Physical Education is proud to present the 2025 Award Winners!

Jennifer HoustonAdapted Physical Education, Advocacy, Awards, Executive Director, Future Professionals, Health, Membership, News & Events, President's Message, Public Relations/Marketing, SHAPE America, State Convention

Arizona Health and Physical Education is proud to present the 2025 Award Winners Kelly Jordan, Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year Nataly Van Alstine, Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year Steve Shween, High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year Leo Dorantes, Adapted Physical Education Teacher of the Year Trevin Erickson, Future Professional of the Year Kelly …

2025 State Convention At A Glance

PresidentAdapted Physical Education, Advocacy, Awards, Membership, News & Events, Partnerships, Public Relations/Marketing, State Convention

Please visit www.azhpe.org/state to view all 2025 Arizona State Convention information and to register. Our convention this year begins with a ‘Kick-off Social’ at Revel Surf in Mesa at 5pm on Monday October 27th with our awards and recognition ceremony for our Teacher of the Year award Winners at 7pm. Any and ALL members are FREE to attend and able …

Get Ready for the 2025 Arizona Health and Physical Education State Convention!

Jennifer HoustonAdapted Physical Education, Advocacy, Awards, Best Practices, Exhibits, Fitness, Future Professionals, Health, Membership, News & Events, Partnerships, Public Relations/Marketing, Skill Development, State Convention

Dates: October 27–29, 2025 Location: Mesa Convention Center Kickoff Event: October 27 at Revel Surf, Mesa, AZ We’re thrilled to announce the 2025 Arizona Health and Physical Education (AZHPE) State Convention is just around the corner—and this year promises to be bigger, bolder, and more inspiring than ever! The convention officially takes place October 27–29, and we’re starting things off …

Educator: Lara Cox is Queen Creek Hometown Hero for November

Board of DirectorsAdvocacy, Awards, Best Practices, News & Events, Public Relations/Marketing

Posted Sunday, November 17, 2024 8:00 am Independent Newsmedia Lara Cox wants to get kids moving. The K-sixth physical education teacher at Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is devoted to making sure students exercise their bodies along with their brains. Her devotion paid off when she earned an honorable mention at the Arizona Educational Foundation’s 2025 Teacher of the Year Awards in October. …

WELCOME TO MESA

Board of DirectorsAdapted Physical Education, Advocacy, Awards, Exhibits, Future Professionals, Health, Membership, News & Events, Partnerships, Public Relations/Marketing, State Convention

Home of the 2024 Arizona Health and Physical Education State Convention /  November 6th and 7th / Mesa, Convention Center Mesa, Arizona is home to boundless opportunities for exploration. Surrounded by the breathtaking expanse of the Sonoran Desert and natural beauty of Tonto National Forest, Mesa is a gateway to one-of-a-kind outdoor experiences. This regional recreation playground boasts an assortment of things to …

Founders Award

Awards CommitteeAdapted Physical Education, Advocacy, Awards, Best Practices, Health, Membership, News & Events, Public Relations/Marketing, Skill Development

The Founder’s Award in honor of Arizona Health and Physical Educations founder, Ina Gittings. This honor will be awarded to a teacher that is currently teaching and has taught for 25 years or more and is still making a difference. This individual should not be currently retired. Below is a statement about Ina Gittings that may help with understanding the …

High School Teacher of the Year

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

Do you know of an outstanding High School Physical Education Teacher? If so, please consider nominating them for this award. The process is easy and once they are nominated, you will be contacted on what needs to be done next and how we will help. Educators who meet the eligibility requirements and exemplify the criteria for these awards may apply …

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 …