Survey for the 2019 Arizona State Convention

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorNews & Events

Your opinion matters!  We are looking at several options for the 2019 Arizona Health and Physical Education State Convention. The location will continue to be the West Building of the Phoenix Convention Center, however, we need your opinion on the days. Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey about future conventions and workshops. Thank you Survey (Click Here)

Attending the Regional Conference in Boise?

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorAdvocacy, Future Professionals, Membership, News & Events, Partnerships, Public Relations/Marketing

If you are attending the SHAPE America Regional Conference in Boise, June 25-27, join us on Tuesday evening 7:15 at Memorial Stadium in Boise as the Hillsboro Hops (Dbacks) take on the Boise Hawks (Rockies).  Ticket information will be announces on the first day of the Conference. If you would like to go to the game, and are not yet …

Teens and Energy Drinks: a Potentially Dangerous Combination

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorNews & Events

By Raychelle Cassada Lohmann ENERGY DRINKS ARE ONE of the fastest growing beverage products on the global market. The worldwide market is projected to increase to $84.8 billion by 2025, according to a report from the business consulting firm Grand View Research. It found that teens alone consumed $16.3 billion worth of energy drinks in 2016, and adolescent consumption is only expected …

Randy Nichols to deliver the 2018 Robert P Pangrazi Scholar Lecture

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorNews & Events

Dr. Randy Nichols will deliver the 2018 Robert P Pangrazi Scholar Lecture on Thursday, October 25th at the Phoenix Convention Center West Building as part of the 2018 Arizona Health and Physical Education State Convention Dr. Nichols is a Professor in the Physical and Health Education Department at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania and teaches primarily in the School Wellness …

Honoring Free Membership for JRFH/HFH Coordinatiors for 2017-2018 school year.

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorExecutive Director, News & Events, Partnerships, Public Relations/Marketing

On July 1, 2018, the Joint Project partnership between SHAPE America, its 51 state affiliate organizations, and the American Heart Association will conclude. Although the time has come for this partnership to end, we remain committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to help students live their best life through effective health and physical education. We …

Don’t let your athlete become an Injury Statistic!

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorNews & Events

According to the American Orthopedic Assoc. “50% of all sports injuries can be prevented with a proper strength and conditioning program” Strength of America has been providing that program since 1989. Be a part of our Summer Strength and Speed camps starting June 4th 2018 Monday, June 4th 2018 2 locations in Chandler Lincoln Prep (San Tan Freeway and Gilbert Rd …

Please see this important update about the Jump Rope for Heart program

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorNews & Events

An Update from SHAPE America and Arizona Health and Physical Education Dear Arizona Health and Physical Education Member, On behalf of Stephanie Morris, SHAPE America CEO, please read the following information regarding Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart programs: In the late 1970s, physical education teacher and SHAPE America member Jean Barkow of Milwaukee’s Riverside High School held …

Wanted! Physical Education Professionals!

Board of DirectorsNews & Events, President's Message

We need you! This organization can not be successful without it’s members.  The Association Board and Corporate Board is made up of physical education teacher’s just like you. We have full time teaching and coaching positions and families that take our time.  We understand how busy you all are as well.  It takes a small army to make each event …

Fuel Up To Play 60 Program Advisor Training – Save the Date!

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorBest Practices, Future Professionals, News & Events, Partnerships, Public Relations/Marketing

This fun, high energy event is scheduled for October 2 at The Tempe Buttes.  Before you take off for your summer vacation . . . schedule this date in for your Professional Development plans for the 2018-2019 school year. Featured this year will be Danielle from Dance Play with a Pound Workout More information will be sent in the fall.

MyPlate, MyState – Arizona’s Locally Grown and Produced Foods

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorNews & Events

Hello, ARIZONA! MyPlate, MyState connects Americans with the foods and flavors grown in their states and regions. Use the information below to find out how the foods grown and raised by Arizona producers can help create a healthy eating style and support local farmers and communities! Read more……………………..