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

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

The countdown is on! Join educators, presenters, and partners from across the state for three days of learning, movement, and community at the Mesa Convention Center. We’re kicking things off with a brand‑new social experience you won’t want to miss—then rolling right into two full days of top‑tier professional development. Key Dates & Times Kick‑Off Social @ Revel Surf: Monday, …

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 …

Justification Toolkit to Attend the Arizona Health and Physical Education State Convention

PresidentAdapted Physical Education, Advocacy, Best Practices, Fitness, Future Professionals, Health, News & Events, Skill Development, State Convention

Join Us in Mesa November 6th and 7th at the Mesa Convention Center.  But first…. Use This Toolkit to Make the Case to Attend Develop talking points using the needs/benefits table to explain to your supervisor/principal how attending the state convention will help you meet the needs of the school’s/district’s current initiatives. Customize and send the justification template letter to …

Break the Stigma

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

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! It is time to launch your Mental Health Awareness Projects at your school. Utilize the Beyond Lesson 3 Kit to help plan and promote your project throughout May. Submit your projects to our Legacy Banner Submission Form to win a free banner for your school. BEYOND LESSON 3 KIT

School Lunch Hero Day

Board of DirectorsFitness, Future Professionals, Health, Membership, News & Events, Partnerships

Stop by any cafeteria to watch school nutrition professionals prepare healthy meals for students—all the while adhering to nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile. These are the reasons we celebrate School Lunch Hero Day every year on the first Friday in May (May 3rd, 2024). This annual observance is a chance to showcase what a difference school nutrition professionals …

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 …