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June 23, 2022, will mark the 50th anniversary of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Surviving many challenges through the decades, it is arguably one of the most significant pieces of civil rights legislation in America’s history. Arizona Health and Physical Education would like to hear your story. We want to highlight the positive impact that Title IX …
Not sure how to identify bullying? First, you need a full understanding of what bullying is, and what it is not . Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. There are three main forms of bullying: Verbal bullying Social bullying Physical bullying If …
The Healthier Generation Award is a prestigious, annual distinction presented to schools that have demonstrated remarkable efforts to prioritize the essential health needs of students, staff, and families. Schools that receive a Healthier Generation Award meet or exceed best practice standards in one or more topic areas related to the physical, mental, and social-emotional health of students, teachers, and school …
February 2, 2022, marks the 36th annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day (NGWSD). This celebration inspires girls and women to play and be active, to realize their full power. The confidence, strength and character gained through sports participation are the very tools girls and women need to become strong leaders in sports and life. This year’s event will …
Because Kindness Matters The Great Kindness Challenge is proudly presented by Kids for Peace, a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Kids for Peace was co-founded in 2006 by Danielle Gram, a high school honors student and Jill McManigal, a mother and former elementary school teacher. What started organically as a neighborhood group of kids wanting to make our world a better …
FootGolf is a combination of the popular sports of soccer and golf. The game is played with a regulation #5 soccer ball at a golf course facility on shortened holes with 21-inch diameter cups. The rules largely correspond to the rules of golf. Arizona Health and Physical Education invites you to join us for an afternoon of family fun and …
Happy Holidays to you, your family, and your friends. May the season be filled with good health, joy and laughter. Arizona Health and Physical Education Board of Directors
The Arizona Adapted Physical Education Committee would like to invite you to join them at their annual conference being held at Ability360 Sports and Fitness Center in Phoenix on Thursday, February 17th. Conference details and a schedule will be available soon. Please click on the link below to take advantage of discounted fees. Presentation proposals are still being accepted. If …
It is with great sadness and an overwhelming sense of loss that we must let you know that Priscilla Iosca has passed away. Priscilla was a current board member with Arizona Health and Physical Education as well as a Past President. She was also currently an Elementary Physical Education Teacher at Kyrene de la Estrella and Kyrene Digital Academy. Priscilla …
Post-Thanksgiving Workouts Lying around after a big meal will only make you feel worse, so be sure to at least take a quick walk or kick a ball around with your kids. Even light physical activity can help with digestion. Doing any of these things after your meal or the next day will help you feel good and balance out …