#MoveThrive5

This session is designed to help teachers experience and learn a new and interactive way to add some wow to their lessons. Genially is a form of presentations software that has a FREE basic membership for teachers to utilize pre-designed presentations, quizzes, games and movies to just name a few. Teachers will get an opportunity to experience a few activities to get a grasp of what Genially has to offer. At the end of the session, a FREE one year membership MAY be given to a random participant.

Through active play with TAGG-ED Balls, Bowling Mats, Ball Holders/Spots, and more, students are not just moving their bodies; they are also engaging their minds. They learn mathematics, expand their vocabulary, and build literacy skills, all while staying in motion. The outcome is a holistic educational experience where the mental challenge is as significant as the physical exertion.

Meaningful PE has just begun its journey throughout all levels of PE classrooms. This pedagogy challenges teachers to look through the lens of their students when designing lessons and assessments. There are 6 components to this framework that can be implemented into the curriculum. This pedagogy also fits into any standard set to assist in creating assessments to glean what the students know. This session will take teachers through the process of what meaningful PE is, how to implement it, and the roles of each stakeholder involved. Attendees will leave with tangible resources ready to implement into their classrooms.

Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools (UCS) is an initiative aimed at improving social inclusion in the school environment. Using our expertise in conducting sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID), Special Olympics creates unified sport and fitness opportunities for students of all abilities. UCS is aimed at bringing together students with and without ID to participate in a wide variety of activities to improve overall student wellbeing. Session attendees will learn tips to conduct quality and sustainable Unified Sports and Fitness, hear how Unified and Adaptive sport differ and see a demonstration our fastest growing Unified sport - Bocce. We will have Free Resources and t-shirt giveaways!

In this session, attendees will: Explore Rhythm, Beat, and Tempo: Discover how to teach foundational dance concepts in a simple and accessible way. Learn Dynamic Routines: Participate in easy-to-follow choreography that utilizes colorful scarves and lummi sticks, making dance both enjoyable and approachable. Build Confidence: Those who may feel uncomfortable with dance instruction will gain valuable strategies to lead their own classes with ease and enthusiasm.

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