#MoveThrive5

Join me to gain practical strategies to implement EASY and SIMPLE technology into your classes with engaging activities that can help students embrace fitness and health through fun and interactive learning.

Speakers

Terri O'Leary Laughlin

Sandy Moore

Sales Professional, Heart Zones

Heart Zones Inc leads the Smart Physical Education movement to use heart rate and step tracking monitors to motivate, engage, and empower healthy 21st century students.Sandy Moore is a veteran Physical Educator of 33 years. She is a retired physical educator (2017) from the Wentzville... Read More →

Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)

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8:15am EDT

PhysEd Standards "Hot ToTs"

Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT

Get ready to dive into the 2024 SHAPE America Physical Education Standards with two dynamic SHAPE America Trainers of Teachers (ToTs)! This fast-paced, engaging session will provide you with practical strategies and resources to seamlessly integrate the new standards into your teaching.

Speakers

MeMe Ratliff

KYSHAPE President, Retired HPE Lead, JCPS

President of KYSHAPE, trainer for SHAPE America, retired HPE lead for Jefferson County Public Schools with 21 years of experience as an elementary physical educator. Born in the 606 (Paintsville), I'm now living in the 502 (Louisville). In my spare time, I am a personal trainer and... Read More →

Kelly Zerby

Elementary PE Teacher and District Coordinator, Jefferson Elementary School

Kelly has been teaching Elementary PE for 25 years in the DeKalb School District in Illinois. She is the 2021 IAHPERD Elementary PE Teacher of the Year and the 2022 Midwest Elementary PE Teacher of the Year. She is currently the Past-President of IAHPERD. She has a Masters Degree... Read More →

Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)

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8:15am EDT

Ready, Set, Run: Free and Easy Running Programs

Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT

Classroom A105

This session will take a deep dive into different running programs such as New York Road Runners and Marathon Kids. It will talk about the different incentives (for both students and organizations), opportunities, as well as curriculum/activities used through New York Road Runners. It is a free K-12 health and wellness program. My school was recognized as a top 5% in the Nation New York Road Runners Program. Participants will also participate in many NYRR physical activities/programming. I will also talk a lot about the opportunities with the Marathon Kids programming. They now have a free run tracking program as well as many lessons/curriculum. With the free run tracking program, it gives great data to have conversation on goal setting and becoming the best you in regards to health, running, and long term athletic development. I utilized the new Girls Movement Program which is a new initiative establishing running clubs tailored exclusively for 4th through 8th grade girls as they navigate the crucial transition through middle school. I will take participants through a lesson that builds community through teambuilding, pacing, athletic activity, and SEL. This character building program can be adapted and used with more than just 4th - 8th grade and not only for females. In addition to these free programs, I will also share the 100 Mile Club, AMPED as well as different running resources I have used over the years in the school setting.

Speakers

DJ Riggs

Guidance Counselor/PE Teacher, Ben Johnson Elementary

Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Classroom A105

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8:15am EDT

Reflective strategies for assessment in Health and PE

Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT

Classroom A100

Traditional fitness tests like the PACER often emphasize performance over personal growth. This session will explore self-reflective assessment strategies that empower students to set goals, track progress, and develop lifelong wellness habits. By shifting from one-size-fits-all testing to personalized reflection, educators can foster intrinsic motivation, self-awareness, and a deeper connection to health and physical education. Learn practical methods to integrate self-assessment tools that prioritize individual progress over competition, creating a more inclusive and meaningful approach to student wellness.

Speakers

Nicole Sheffer

Health and PE Teacher, Jefferson County Public Schools

This is a brief bio.

Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Classroom A100

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9:00am EDT

Universal Design & Inclusive Instruction

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Cafeteria

This presentation will explain and apply Universal Design and the benefits of inclusive health and physical education. We will discuss and engage in strategies to increase the accessibility and inclusion of instruction for all students.

Speakers

Lindsey Mullis

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Cafeteria

Adapted PE

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9:00am EDT

Games Games Games

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Our dynamic workshop is specially designed to bring excitement and engagement to physical education for medium to large class sizes. Central to our philosophy is the belief that learning should be fun, so we focus on games that promote constant movement, laughter, and enjoyment. Participants will be actively involved in a variety of games that encourage teamwork and foster both individual prowess and group coordination. These activities are crafted not only to keep the energy high but also to build valuable life skills such as eye-hand and eye-foot coordination. Each game and exercise is carefully selected to align with state educational standards, ensuring that our fun-filled approach to learning also achieves meaningful educational outcomes. In our commitment to innovative teaching, we incorporate fitness tracking technology by utilizing the Heart Zone Move program. This cutting-edge tech enables us to assess and motivate students, providing immediate feedback on their fitness levels and progress. By joining our workshop, educators and students alike will step into a workshop where physical education is redefined. We merge active play with scholastic excellence, ensuring that students don't just engage in physical activity but also understand the value and joy of staying active and working together. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your approach to physical education and witness firsthand the transformative power of our interactive and enjoyable workshop.

Speakers

Tim Taggert

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)

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9:00am EDT

Wired for Balance: Brain-Boosting Play with Slacklining

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Slacklining is one of the most beneficial, fun, primal and functional ways to train balance, but the activity is often too difficult to set up and teach in PE or classrooms. In this fun and engaging workshop, you will learn how training on a simplified slackline (the SlackBoard) can help kids significantly improve balance and stability while boosting emotional regulation and cognitive benefits. Come play!

Speakers

Derek Mikulski

GIBBON North America, Inc

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)

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9:00am EDT

Fact-Checking in the Digital Age: Navigating Misinformation and Social Media in Health Education

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Classroom A100

In an era of social media and rapidly spreading misinformation, it is more important than ever for students to develop critical thinking skills to assess the reliability of health information. This professional development session will provide health education teachers with tools and strategies to help students navigate the overwhelming amount of health content they encounter online.

Speakers

Nicole Sheffer

Health and PE Teacher, Jefferson County Public Schools

This is a brief bio.

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Classroom A100

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9:00am EDT

Beyond Walking the Track: Planning for a Secondary PE Block

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Classroom A105

In the session secondary physical educators will explore a planning that is required for a successful 60 to 80 minute block plan in PE. Topics include Meaningful PE and the SHAPE America National PE Standards

Speakers

Judy LoBianco

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Classroom A105

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9:00am EDT

Warm Up Refresher

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

Are you looking for fresh, exciting ways to start your PE classes? This high-energy session will introduce a variety of warm-up games designed specifically for middle school students. Say goodbye to repetitive, uninspiring routines and hello to engaging activities that foster excitement, teamwork, and readiness for movement. These warm-ups require little to no equipment and can be easily adapted for any class size, making them a perfect fit for any program. Through hands-on participation, attendees will experience a dynamic mix of warm-up activities that emphasize cooperation, strategic thinking, and active engagement. Whether you are looking to boost student motivation, increase participation, or simply refresh your approach, this session will provide practical, easy-to-implement ideas that bring energy and enthusiasm to every class. Participants will also learn strategies to modify and scaffold activities to accommodate various skill levels and keep students challenged. Walk away with a collection of ready-to-use warm-up games that will ignite your students’ enthusiasm for movement from the very start of class. Get ready to move, play, and transform your warm-up routine!

Speakers

Maddie Himmelman

Katie Hyink

Caitlin Schoville

Teacher of the Year, 2024 Central District Middle

2022 SHAPE Iowa MS TOY, 2024 SHAPE Central District MS TOY

Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

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10:15am EDT

Hobby Horsing USA with Guinness World Record Rope Jumper, David Fisher, The Rope Warrior

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

HOLD YOUR HORSES and don't miss the debut of HOBBY HORSING USA! We took the competitive Finnish sport that is sweeping through Europe, and turned it into a P.E. unit that will have your students moving, smiling, and sweating! Every lesson has it's own original music and videos. There are also many new games/activities. At it's core, this Hobby Horsing P.E. Unit is a deep dive into all of the locomotor movements. It is also an aerobic dance class disguised as Hobby Horsing. Learn the latest line dance, "THE HOBBY HORSE SLIDE", play a game of "GOLD RUSH" and learn some TRICK ROPING from Guinness World Record Rope Jumper, David Fisher, THE ROPE WARRIOR. This unit combines locomotor movements, dance, aerobics, plyometrics, obstacle courses, jump rope tricks, and marching band formations. Every Activity/Game is designed to keep ALL of your students constantly moving and having fun! So SADDLE UP and join us!

Speakers

David Fisher

THE ROPE WARRIOR - President of HOBBY HORSING USA, The Rope Warrior

Contact:David Fisher, President, 15078 Bainbridge CT Westfield, IN 46074Description:Guinness World Record Holder, David Fisher, aka THE ROPE WARRIOR presents his Jump Rope performances and workshops all over the country. He has made over 100 National Television Appearances and performed... Read More →

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)

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10:15am EDT

Instant Activities! Instant Energy!

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

Get your students in the gym and moving right away with some of these fun and simple instant activities. These student approved "in the door" activities have improved listening and engagement. Stop in and see some of this instant fun. If your students come into the gym moving right away, they will listen better to your instructions of the main activity. Our activities are simple and effective.

Speakers

Barb Borden

Gail Lynn Hartig

Physical Education Teacher, 2022 IAHPERD Middle School TOY, Jefferson Junior High School

Katrina Haynes

Kelly Zerby

Elementary PE Teacher and District Coordinator, Jefferson Elementary School

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)

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10:15am EDT

Kentucky’s Health Ed Standards Update

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

Classroom A100

With Kentucky reviewing its health education standards, participants will have an opportunity to understand Kentucky's standards review and advisory process with particular focus between alignment & differences with the newly revised 2024 SHAPE America Health Education Standards.

Speakers

Kirk Haynes

MS Health Teacher

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Classroom A100

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10:15am EDT

Project-Based Learning in Secondary Schools and Higher Ed

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

Classroom A105

The Assessment of Physical Activity class at CU takes students through an experiential learning opportunity throughout the entirety of the class. In this class, students design assessment plans based on their respective interests and future career goals. They will find participants for their study, go through the IRB process, develop and implement a baseline assessment, collect results, create goals based on those results, develop and implement formative assessments throughout the project, collect data, and report results. At the conclusion of the project they have a paper they have worked on throughout the term and will design posters to present at a student-led research fair at the end of the term. Students' experiences in this class range from assessment motor skills, manipulative skills, health-related fitness, and sport-related fitness skills.

Speakers

Anne Blevins

Instructor of Human Performance, Campbellsville University

Lauren Willis

Associate Professor, Campbellsville University

I am beginning my 9th year as the Lead Professor for Health and Physical Education and my third year as Chair of the Human Performance Department at Campbellsville University.

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Classroom A105

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10:15am EDT

Simple Ways to Incorporate Strength & Conditioning Principles into Your Classroom.

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

Cafeteria

The presentation will involve the participants learning simple ways to incorporate strength & mobility exercises into their PE classroom. All of the participants will have the movements demonstrated to them as well as a chance to practice all of the movements themselves.

Speakers

Sam Gilbert

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Cafeteria

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10:15am EDT

Winning Strategies: Bringing Soccer to Life in Middle and High School PE

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

Each unit features engaging activities that focus on fundamental soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, receiving, defense, and finishing. The curriculum also incorporates strategies for fostering leadership, communication, and connection skills, helping students develop on and off the field. Attendees will benefit from standards-based lesson plans, formative and summative assessments, and adaptable activities to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all learners. World Cup-inspired content brings global excitement into the classroom, offering students a meaningful connection to the sport. Embedded skill cues empower students to build confidence and competence while achieving learning outcomes. This session equips teachers with practical, hands-on strategies to seamlessly integrate soccer into their PE programs, regardless of prior experience with the sport. By attending, educators will leave with the tools to deliver inclusive, engaging, and standards-aligned lessons that inspire students to embrace the world’s most popular sport. Selecting this session will provide KY SHAPE attendees with innovative resources and strategies to elevate middle and high school physical education programs, making it an essential addition to the conference lineup.

Speakers

Maggie Whitfield

Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

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11:15am EDT

Lunch: Food Trucks - Southern Food or Pizza

Friday June 27, 2025 11:15am - 12:30pm EDT

Lunch On Your Own

Food Truck Options:

Daughters' Southern
Rise Up Pizza

Friday June 27, 2025 11:15am - 12:30pm EDT
Lunch On Your Own

12:30pm EDT

Balloons, Noodles, and Teamwork...Oh My!

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT

During this activity session, participants will engage in a variety of cooperative physical activities utilizing easily accessible materials and equipment (lots of use of noodles and balloons). Session participants will explore various ways to manipulate noodles, balloons, and foam coated balls through cooperative learning physical activities. Presented activities are designed to be delivered in a way that is very friendly to learners of various abilities. For example, use of visual aids and brief verbal instructions to help make learning more comprehensible for multilingual learners. Aspects of the meaningful physical education framework will be explored by seeking out the appropriate level of challenge for certain activities. Formative assessment and reflection opportunities via Kagan learning structures will demonstrate how to provide all students to simultaneously engage in meaningful use of listening and speaking skills. All presented activities will be aligned to the 2024 national physical education standards.

Speakers

Derek Picha

Physical Education/DAPE Teacher, Sumner Elementary School

I currently teach K-4 physical education at Sumner Elementary School in Austin, MN. This upcoming school year will be my 12th year in the HPE profession. 2024 SHAPE America Central District Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year • 2022 MNSHAPE Elementary Physical Education... Read More →

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)

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12:30pm EDT

Rainy Day Games (or lose your gym for a classroom)

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT

My goal is to always keep students active. So, I came up with games/activities to do just that in a classroom setting! I will have 2 different set-ups to show you, one for K-1st/2nd and one for 1st/2nd-6th grades. K-1st/2nd will be set-up for whole group situations. Set-ups will be presented for knowing in advance that you lost your gym and spur of the moment losing your gym. Hope to see you in this session!

Speakers

Melissa Crace

Physical Education/Teacher, Johnson County Schools

PE/Health Johnson County-Central Elementary

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)

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12:30pm EDT

Health Beyond Health Class

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT

Classroom A100

Health education doesn’t stop at the classroom door—and neither should your curriculum. This session introduces “Health Beyond Health Class,” a new section of the K–5 HealthSmart program designed to extend health learning into the broader school environment. Grounded in the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model and Coordinated School Health (CSH) principles, this approach empowers educators to integrate health education across multiple domains of school life—from physical education and nutrition services to counseling, school climate, and family engagement.
Participants will explore practical strategies and tools that support a school-wide culture of wellness, including interactive digital lessons, visual reinforcement materials, and cross-curricular activities. Learn how HealthSmart’s new resources can help your school align health education with broader wellness goals, engage staff across departments, and foster student advocacy and leadership in health.
Whether you're a classroom teacher, administrator, or district leader, this session will equip you with actionable ideas to make health education a shared responsibility—and a school-wide success.

Speakers

Jamie Sparks

Executive Director - National School Health Manager, Kentucky SHAPE/ ETR

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Classroom A100

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12:30pm EDT

From Novice to Pro: Using Motor Learning Theory and Project Based Learning in Sport Management Education

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT

Classroom A105

This presentation explores how Fitts and Posner’s (1967) motor learning theory—defining skill acquisition through cognitive, associative, and autonomous phases—can be adapted to enrich sport management education. Given the need for leadership, collaboration, decision-making, and problem-solving skills in sport management careers, this proposal argues that experiential learning strategies, particularly project-based learning (PBL), bridge the gap between classroom instruction and professional competencies.

Speakers

COURTNEY CARTER

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Classroom A105

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12:30pm EDT

Get On Board! : How To Get Your Students Skateboarding

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT

Cafeteria

Is skateboarding the cheat code of Health and Physical Activity for teenagers? In this session we will examine the health and wellness components that skateboarding reflects, discuss the SEL benefits skateboarding provides for students, explore options on how to start a skateboard club at your school, and how to get your school administration 'on board' with this nontraditional sport.

Speakers

Chris O'Brien

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Cafeteria

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12:30pm EDT

Taking Yard Games to the Next Level

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT

Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

This session will be geared towards teachers looking for unique activities or variations of games they may already utilize. Dotball, Paddle Spikeball, Paddle Zlam, and Ramp Shot all emphasize social skills, strategy, and teamwork while promoting student engagement. In this hands-on session, we will explore modifications, drills, and lead-up activities that cater to all learners, ensuring inclusivity and skill development. Participants will gain insight into how these games can be adapted for different ability levels and classroom settings while maintaining a moderate to vigorous level of physical activity. Attendees will leave with practical implementation strategies, variations to keep games fresh and exciting, and best practices to maximize student participation. Whether you are looking to introduce new activities or enhance existing ones, this session will provide valuable tools to elevate your physical education curriculum or recreational programming. Get ready to take your yard games to the next level!

Speakers

Maddie Himmelman

Katie Hyink

Caitlin Schoville

Teacher of the Year, 2024 Central District Middle

2022 SHAPE Iowa MS TOY, 2024 SHAPE Central District MS TOY

Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

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1:45pm EDT

Geaux FORE It, Y’all!

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT

This session will show participants how to break down essential golf skills — like putting and chipping — into playful, student-friendly activities for grades K-8. Participants will discover innovative ways to introduce golf fundamentals while keeping students engaged, active, and successful. This session will also highlight strategies to ensure inclusivity and participation for all students, regardless of skill level. Participants will leave with a toolkit of fun games, creative challenges, and easy-to-implement lesson ideas that teach golf skills while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love of lifelong physical activity. Participants will: 1. Understand basic golf skills and terminology appropriate for K-8 students. 2. Learn inclusive strategies to adapt golf activities for different skill levels and environments. 3. Gain creative lesson ideas that promote physical literacy, teamwork, and confidence across all grade levels

Speakers

Auburn Cain

Physical Education Teacher, OPEN National Trainer, Ascension School District, LA

I am a passionate elementary physical education teacher in Southern Louisiana with 12 years of experience and a commitment to providing students with equitable opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to being an OPEN National Trainer, I was named the 2019 Teacher of the Year... Read More →

LaDonda Porter

Physical Education Teacher, KYSHAPE Past President, 2018 KYSHAPE MS TOY, 2020 Southern District MS TOY, OPEN National T, Beaumont Middle School

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)

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1:45pm EDT

Navigating CBHPE

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT

Classroom A105

CBHPE.org is a collection of ALWAYS FREE resources from across the US and the world, shared by passionate and talented HPE creators. These resources have been shared with the ultimate goal of helping students learn in your Quality PE and/or Skills-based Health classes. This session will help you understand how to navigate the site and acquaint you with the newest and most impactful resources available; including many resources to help with curriculum work utilizing the new SHAPE National Health and PE standards.

Speakers

Becky Foellmer

Tech Coach, IAHPERD Tech Chair, MWD Leadership Council, 2025 #MoveThrive5 Keynote

Passionate about Physical Education and Wellness. I love putting technology to work to improve student learning in all subjects. And, I particularly love exploring the possibilities in Health and Physical Education!

Mark Foellmer

SHAPE Midwest District Director, 2025 #MoveThrive5 Keynote

Mark is serving & has served in many committee and leadership roles in IAHPERD, SHAPE Midwest and SHAPE America, including as the 2019 IAHPERD President and as the current SHAPE America Midwest District Director.He is the creator of #IAHPERDchat and co-creator of cbhpe.org.

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Classroom A105

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1:45pm EDT

Spark a Passion for Soccer in Your Students!

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT

Discover how the U.S. Soccer Foundation Soccer for Success School Curriculum can help increase teacher confidence in teaching soccer through a dynamic and inclusive resource aligned with the 2024 National PE Standards. Geared toward K-5 instruction, this session will focus on age-appropriate activities that foster movement skills, teamwork, and a lifelong love of physical activity.

Speakers

Maggie Whitfield

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)

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1:45pm EDT

Supercharging Skills-Based Health Ed: Igniting Engagement and Impact

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT

Classroom A100

Skills-based health education is more than just a curriculum—it's a movement toward empowering students with the tools they need to make healthy choices for life. In this dynamic session, we’ll explore how to “supercharge” your health lessons to elevate both student engagement and instructional impact.
Participants will dive into strategies that bring the National Health Education Standards (NHES) to life through active learning, critical thinking, and inclusive practices. Discover how to balance essential content with skill development, and how to use HealthSmart’s lesson design to streamline planning while maximizing outcomes. From snowball discussions to continuum activities, you’ll experience energizing techniques that get students moving, thinking, and connecting.
Whether you're new to skills-based health or looking to refresh your approach, this session will leave you inspired and equipped to transform your classroom into a hub of health literacy and student voice.

Speakers

Jamie Sparks

Executive Director - National School Health Manager, Kentucky SHAPE/ ETR

Greg Congleton

HealthSmart

HealthSmart – Where Good Health StartsHealthSmart is ETR's comprehensive K–12 health education program for classroom and virtual instruction.ETR is a nonprofit organization committed to improving health outcomes and advancing health equity for youth, families and communities.HealthSmart... Read More →

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Classroom A100

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1:45pm EDT

Flag Football Comes to the Commonwealth with OPEN!

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT

Cafeteria

Several high schools have started flag football programs throughout the Commonwealth and OPEN has free resources for elementary and middle school PE programs to help students prepare to pursue their dreams on the gridiron! This activity-based session will take participants through activities in OPEN’s free Flag Football modules for grades 3-5 and 6-8. Teachers will leave with tools to teach their students passing, catching, evading opponents, basic rules, and game play so students have the confidence and competence to participate moving to high school! Join in the action to learn more about the latest sport to hit the Commonwealth! This will be an active session with audience participation. We will get through about 6-8 inclusive activities to teach the basic skills and strategies to students. Alignment to standards, safety, and UDL options will be discussed. Activities can be scaled to any grade level.

Speakers

Brian Devore

Presenter, Wyoming APHERD/OPEN Pe

Before accepting his role as Professional Development Director for OPEN, Brian Devore had over 25 years of exemplary teaching experience at the middle and elementary levels. Additionally, he supervised online HPE programs for the Cobb County school district and served as Fulton... Read More →

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Cafeteria

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1:45pm EDT

Reimagining PE: Non-Traditional Units to Expand your Curriculum

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT

Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

Learn new activities from non-traditional units that will enhance your PE program. This session will introduce units that go beyond the standard curriculum, sharing lessons, objectives, and practical applications. You’ll experience an activity from several different units, all designed to be implemented using a variety of fundamental skills and common PE equipment, making them accessible for every program. Don’t miss this opportunity to inspire your students with fresh ideas that bring excitement and variety to your PE classes!

Speakers

Jeff Mushkin

Content Development Manager, SPARK

Robin Walker

2020 - 2021 President, KYSHAPE

Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

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3:00pm EDT

Disabilities Awareness Day

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Cafeteria

During this session participants will be able to go through stations involving activities that deal with different types of disabilities. They will learn how to develop and put on their own disabilities awareness day. This has been done at the college level but could also be done at a K-12 level as well.

Speakers

Anne Blevins

Instructor of Human Performance, Campbellsville University

Lauren Willis

Associate Professor, Campbellsville University

I am beginning my 9th year as the Lead Professor for Health and Physical Education and my third year as Chair of the Human Performance Department at Campbellsville University.

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Cafeteria

Adapted PE

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3:00pm EDT

Anatomical Action- BODIES in MOTION!

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

HEAD over to this active session to keep an EYE out for new ideas! You will get a LEG up on how to integrate science into elementary physical education. You won't have to give up an ARM and a LEG to help your students explore the impact of movement on the HUMAN body! Make no BONES about it, you'll leave able to create engaging lessons from the HEART!

Speakers

Daniel Hill

Teacher, Physical Education, KY

NBCT, OPEN National Trainer, KY Elementary TOY 2014

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)

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3:00pm EDT

Connecting Health and Physical Activity for Elementary Wellness

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Prepare for an engaging experience with interactive activities! Integrate movement easily into health lessons while utilizing technology. Whether you're in a classroom, in the gym, or outdoors, teach health concepts from a kinesthetic approach.

Speakers

Joanna Barney

Jae Brooks

Presenter - QuaverReady, QuaverEd

Kim Biskner is a Communications Manager at QuaverEd. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan. Kim was an elementary educator for six years and has additional experience in non-profit program management and educator training. She is passionate about supporting... Read More →

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)

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3:00pm EDT

Prevention is Possible: Strategies for Reducing Sexual Violence, Dating Violence, Bullying, and Harassment in Kentucky Schools

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Classroom A100

We all want our students to be happy, healthy, and successful. Unfortunately, Kentucky youth face high rates of sexual violence, dating violence, bullying, and harassment. These experiences have lasting impacts on health, brain development, and academic success. Safe schools are essential for student health, well-being, and success. When students feel safe, they are more engaged, attend regularly, and perform better academically. Conversely, violence and harassment can severely hinder learning and lead to long-term emotional and physical challenges. The Kentucky Association of Sexual Assault Programs invites KY SHAPE members to learn about evidence-based prevention strategies to reduce violence in Kentucky schools and among Kentucky youth. We’ll discuss current rates of violence, the impact of these experiences on students, factors that influence the prevalence of violence, and how school policies and programming can shape safer environments. Learn how you, as a KY SHAPE member, can be part of the movement to create safer Kentucky schools.

Speakers

Emily McKenzie

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Classroom A100

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3:00pm EDT

Steps to Teaching Flag Rugby

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

Unleash the power of play! Dive into our electrifying Flag Rugby professional development session and transform your PE classes. This isn't just learning rules; it's igniting a passion for movement and teamwork. We'll equip you with dynamic drills, adaptable strategies, and the confidence to bring the thrill of rugby to every student.

Speakers

Graeme Potterton

Vice President, Rugby Kentucky

I'm a passionate educator with over 13 years of experience teaching PE at all grade levels, from kindergarten to high school. Beyond the classroom, I've also coached soccer and rugby at the high school, club, and even university levels. My love for sports goes beyond coaching; I've... Read More →

Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)

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4:15pm EDT

Closing General Session: Celebration & Prizes

Friday June 27, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT