This back to school, America’s dairy farmers are evolving Fuel Up to Play 60 to simply Fuel Up — a broader effort, adapted to meet the growing needs of today’s youth and school wellness environments. While our long-standing Fuel Up to Play 60 program with the NFL will be officially ending at the end of June, our joint commitment to schools isn’t …
Four Peaks Brewing kicks off annual teacher appreciation giveaways
Four Peaks Brewing in Tempe has kicked off its 13th annual Four Peaks for Teachers program, which includes: Teachers can sign up to receive a free school supply kit loaded with essential items like colorful dry erase markers, premium quality pens, pencils, and Post-It notes. This year, Four Peaks will distribute more than 7,000 kits. Community members can nominate outstanding teachers through June 30. Ten …
BRING ON THE SUMMER BREAK!!!
May 2023 Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Educators! Ok, so I get that we are in the last month of school and the last thing you’re thinking about is professional development. Believe me, I get it. We’re all ready to put the equipment away (hopefully somewhat organized), submit those final progress reports or grades, and shut the gym, wrestling room, …
ASU professor emeritus awarded physical education society’s highest honor
April 18, 2023Hans Van der Mars, professor emeritus at Arizona State University’s Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, received the 2023 Luther Halsey Gulick Award at the Society of Health and Physical Educators, or SHAPE, America National Convention and Expo on March 30. “The Gulick Award honors an individual who exemplifies the highest standards in accomplishment, innovation and leadership,” said SHAPE …
ADE is having a FREE OPEN training session on May 4th in Phoenix.
ADE is having a FREE OPEN training session on May 4th in Phoenix. (OPEN Professional Learning) We are trying to fill the sessions. We have 60 spots available for Elementary and 60 for secondary. All participants will leave with a piece of equipment.
School Nutrition Equipment Kits from Funds for FUTP 60
Educators at eligible k-12 schools can apply now for a school nutrition equipment kit from Funds for Fuel Up to Play 60! Applicants can choose from one of three school nutrition equipment kits to boost school meals and help students stay fueled up during the school day. Here’s how to apply: First, log in to the Educator Dashboard and view the “Funds …
Anyone know an outstanding educator?
It is time to nominate outstanding educators for Health and Physical Education Honor and Recognition Awards. This year, the timeline has changed and we are looking for nominees before the end of school this year. This will help with the overall process when it comes to recognize health and physical educators that are making a difference in Arizona. Eligibility Requirements …
Upcoming PD with Joey Feith
Arizona Health and Physical Education is proud to offer a 90 minute FREE professional development with Joey Feith. Joey is the founder of ThePhysicalEducator.com and a well known PE Presenter. It will be held on APRIL 20, 2023 from 5-6:30pm. If you are interested in attending please complete this short google form in order to receive the Zoom link. A PD certificate will …
Adventures at #SHAPEseattle
Join Arizona Health and Physical Education President, Lara Cox and Membership Chair, Toni Chilton as they share their adventures from the 2023 SHAPE America National Convention that is currently taking place in Seattle. Please visit the following social media links to view their adventures. Facebook Twitter Instagram
Send a Teacher to #SHAPEseattle
SHAPE America’s “Send a Teacher” initiative highlights the important role that health and physical education can play in the lives of students. This initiative was conceptualized by Andy Milne, SHAPE America’s 2017 National Health Education Teacher of the Year. Grant recipients receive a full registration to the 2023 National Convention & Expo in Seattle and a one-year SHAPE America Select …