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 …
Why You Should Consider Becoming a National Board Certified Teacher
The following article, written by Susan Leonard, Scottsdale Public Schools, was published as part of the SHAPE America Blog. Susan Leonard March 12, 2020 Health & PE As a rock star teacher, you may be searching for something to challenge you and move your practice to another level. Perhaps you’ve heard the term National Board Certification (NBC), but don’t really know …
Mr. Bragg Goes to Washington!
Kyle Bragg, Elementary Health and Physical Education Teacher from Anasazi Elementary School in the Scottsdale School District went to Washington DC this past week as part of SHAPE America’s Speak Out! Day. Kyle is also the Advocacy Chair for Arizona Health and Physical Education. SHAPE America’s SPEAK Out! Day is when educators head to Capitol Hill to advocate for full …
Exhibit Application Now Open for 2020 Arizona State Convention.
Toni Chilton, (Arizona Health and Physical Education President), along with Priscilla Iosca and Lynn Preble, (Exhibits Team), would like to announce the the exhibit application for the 2020 Arizona State Convention is now open. This 2020 State Convention will be held October 27th -29th and the Phoenix Convention Center, West Building. The theme chosen by Toni is Adventure. Seek It. …
Random Acts of Kindness Week
When participating in the health. moves. minds. program, we recommended holding a celebratory event or engaging in school-wide activities to infuse kindness, mindfulness, and empowerment into your school and community! Check out some sample lessons on kindness and mindfulness as well as a daily kindness challenge calendar! People love the health. moves. minds. program! Hear first-hand from principals, state leaders, and teachers who …
Happy National Girls & Women in Sports Day!
Today, we celebrate the monumental accomplishments of girls and women in sport while calling attention to the inequities that still exist. How are you planning to #LeadHerForward this NGWSD? We want to hear from you! Join the nationwide movement on social media by using #NGWSD and tagging the Women’s Sports Foundation. Share your story or re-post your favorites, as athletes, teams and organizations across …
Conference fees will increase after February 7th
The 2020 Adapted Physical Education Conference is being held on Thursday, February 13th at Ability360 Sports and Fitness Center in Phoenix. Registration and check-in will open at 7:30 am in the rotunda next to the parking garage. Sessions begin at 8:30 am with the Keynote at 10:30 am. Lunch is provided starting at 11:30 am with the final session ending …
Dine-In Fundraiser February 16th
Join us on Sunday evening, February 16th from 5 pm to 9 pm at OSHO in Gilbert for a dine-in fundraiser for Arizona Health and Physical Education. The Gilbert OSHO is located at 335 North Gilbert Road. Mention Arizona Health and Physical Education and 20% of your bill will help fund Future Professionals and the SHAPE Arizona Foundation. Please contact …
Introducing Our Newest Partnership – EoS Fitness
As your new Partnership Chair, my goal is to gain tangible benefits for our members. Arizona Health and Physical Education is proud to announce our newest partnership with EoS Fitness! We have secured a special Corporate Membership rate for our members and their family. With the special rate, Arizona Health and Physical Education members receive their Platinum Level at a …
Black Friday Alternatives: 8 Positive Ways to Spend the Day
Ditch the mall this Black Friday and spend the day doing something you’ll feel good about. Retail therapy sometimes seems like a good idea — that is, until you realize your problems still exist the day following retail indulgence, but your money does not. This Black Friday, instead of fighting through bustling crowds and battling buyer’s remorse, choose rest, relaxation, …