Urgent! Arizona Senate Bill 1400

Matt Mixer, Executive DirectorAdvocacy, News & Events

Arizona Health and Physical Education Members A recent bill, SB 1400, has been proposed that could drastically affect Physical Education and Fine Arts. This bill essentially allows students to get credit for certain classes by participating in them beyond the school day. For example, students could earn credit in Fine Arts by taking private music lessons after school. Students could …

More Adventure on the Way!

Board of DirectorsAdapted Physical Education, News & Events, State Convention

Arizona Health and Physical Education is working hard to bring the best possible virtual professional development we can. We are adding more sessions daily. We hope you will find all of our virtual sessions useful and something you can take back to your classroom, whether it be virtual, hybrid or live. Each session is still best practices in our field …

Greatness isn’t born. It’s learned!

Board of DirectorsNews & Events

Past-President Toni Chilton and Arizona Health and Physical Education are extremely excited to announce our Keynote Speaker Paul Gurney, of BecomingX, and his special guest Bear Grylls. Both men have collaborated to create BecomingX, which was set up with one purpose. To create a world where everyone can realize their potential. Paul will be launching BecomingX Education in early 2021. …

Join Arizona Health and Physical Education for a Virtual Adventure!

Board of DirectorsNews & Events, State Convention

We know these are unprecedented times, and teachers are the best at dealing with adversity and adapting to change. I know many of us were told when we were just starting our teaching careers to be prepared for anything. Those well-planned lessons that suddenly had to be adapted as the schedule is suddenly changed due to unforeseen circumstances. The gym …

Your Expertise Wanted!

Board of DirectorsNews & Events

Arizona Health and Physical Education had to make the tough decision to take our state convention to a virtual platform. Even though we have to take a slight detour, we are committed to continuing our high standards of providing quality professional development. We already have a great line-up of sessions we know you will not want to miss. We are …

Homes For Heroes and Arizona Health and Physical Education Announce Partnership!

Board of DirectorsNews & Events

Introducing our newest Partner, Homes for Heroes! Homes for Heroes is a preferred hero savings network. Arizona Health and Physical Education is honored to have the opportunity to partner with Homes for Heroes. This partnership will bring opportunities for our members to save on fees as well as receive cash back rewards when they buy or sell a home. There …

Western District Announces Teacher of the Year

Board of DirectorsNews & Events

The Shape America Western District and Arizona Health and Physical Education is proud to announce this year’s Western District Elementary Teacher of the Year: Kyle Bragg, Anasazi Elementary School (AZ) Kyle is an innovative teacher who has spent countless hours ensuring his students feel included by emphasizing SEL within his classroom. Kyle has presented many workshops on incorporating SEL into …

Announcement from Arizona Adapted Physical Education Committee

Adapted Physical EducationAdapted Physical Education, News & Events, Public Relations/Marketing

Statement regarding the 2021 Adapted Physical Education Conference: The Arizona Adapted Physical Education Committee would like to announce that the 2021 Conference will be held on Wednesday, February 24th at the Phoenix Convention Center – South Building as part of the Arizona State Convention. After careful consideration regarding the health and safety of everyone that would be attending, we have …

Restart Smart VIRTUAL TRAININGS

Board of DirectorsNews & Events, Partnerships

Following the spring 2020 COVID-19 school closures, CATCH is pleased to offer our new Restart Smart Virtual Educator Training’s, providing guidance for K-8 educators on best-practices related to conducting health education in both virtual and socially-distant in-school environments. Expanding on our existing Health at Home platform, Restart Smart will offer districts and educators a total solution for safe health education, regardless of …

Hip Hop Healthy Heart Program for Children Program

Board of DirectorsNews & Events

Arizona Health and Physical Education is excited to continue our partnership with Shape Up US and their Hip Hop Healthy Heart Program for Children™.  Shape Up US continues to provide fun and exciting activities for kids and families with their next event, Shape Up US Presents Young Lions Ninja Warrior Obstacle Courses & Health and Wellness Expo November 7th at …