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#MoveThrive5 Summer Conference, the premier health and physical education event hosted by Kentucky SHAPE!
When: June 25-27, 2025
Where: Tates Creek High School - Lexington, KY
Wednesday, June 25
 

12:30pm EDT

Pre-Confernece: health.moves.minds. by Booster Summit
Wednesday June 25, 2025 12:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Library (2nd Floor)
5th Annual health.moves.minds. by Booster Leaders Summit

Join us for the 5th Annual health.moves.minds. School and State Leader Summit! This event will cover the health.moves.minds. initiative, including its history, current state, and an overview of the Booster program. The summit will feature a panel discussion with stories and Q&A, breakout groups separated by grade levels and later by states, and brain energizer activities. Topics include administrative and school buy-in, event kick-offs and incentives, communication and outreach, and benefits and implementation of the curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Sara MacIntosh

Sara MacIntosh

Booster
The health. moves. minds.®, powered by Booster fundraiser was designed to teach students critical life skills — kindness, respect, philanthropy, advocacy — and to demonstrate the importance of daily physical activity and giving back to the community.The Fundraising Solution for... Read More →
avatar for Angela Stark

Angela Stark

KYSHAPE
Angela is the Healthy Schools Specialist for Fayette County Public Schools. She also is the health.moves.minds Coordinator for KYSHAPE. Angela is was a 4th-8th grade PE/Health teacher at the School for the Performing Arts (SCAPA) in FCPS. While at SCAPA, she has built the wellness... Read More →
avatar for Jamie Sparks

Jamie Sparks

Executive Director - National School Health Manager, Kentucky SHAPE/ ETR
avatar for Juli Neace

Juli Neace

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Southern District Middle
Wednesday June 25, 2025 12:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Library (2nd Floor)
  School Wellness

5:30pm EDT

Wednesday Night Celebration – Awards, Walk-Up Songs & FNF Vibes
Wednesday June 25, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Hilton (Host Hotel)
Wednesday Night Celebration – Awards, Walk-Up Songs & FNF Vibes
Get ready for a night that captures the heart and soul of KYSHAPE! 💥 On Wednesday evening, we shine the spotlight on our incredible community—celebrating KYSHAPE Awardees, Teachers of the Year, top-performing health.moves.minds. schools, and more! 🎉
But that’s just the beginning…
We’re also bringing back a Move, Thrive original: the Meet the Speakers Walk-Up Song Experience! 🎶💃 Each conference presenter is introduced with their own self-selected walk-up song—setting the tone for connection, personality, and a whole lot of fun. This beloved tradition was born from the Friday Night Family (FNF)—a group of HPE educators who started meeting on Friday nights during the pandemic to stay connected, and whose bonds are still going strong today.
For many FNF members, Move, Thrive 2021 was the first in-person meeting—and this tradition continues to grow! Whether you're new to the fam or an OG, this Wednesday night event is a can't-miss kickoff to everything #MoveThrive5 is all about: celebration, community, and a little music to move us forward. 🎤🔥💙

Speakers
avatar for Angela Stark

Angela Stark

KYSHAPE
Angela is the Healthy Schools Specialist for Fayette County Public Schools. She also is the health.moves.minds Coordinator for KYSHAPE. Angela is was a 4th-8th grade PE/Health teacher at the School for the Performing Arts (SCAPA) in FCPS. While at SCAPA, she has built the wellness... Read More →
avatar for Jamie Sparks

Jamie Sparks

Executive Director - National School Health Manager, Kentucky SHAPE/ ETR
Wednesday June 25, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Hilton (Host Hotel)
  Social
 
Thursday, June 26
 

7:30am EDT

Tom's Coffee Truck
Thursday June 26, 2025 7:30am - 9:30am EDT
The delicious, mobile coffee truck that brings you the caffeination inspiration you need. We deliver signature coffee products—like our Nitro Cold Brew and Caramel Frappe—to any occasion or festivity!
Toms 2025 menu final pdf
Thursday June 26, 2025 7:30am - 9:30am EDT

8:15am EDT

Tennis in your PE class!
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
We will run a mock 1 hour PE class with attendees as students on how to administer tennis in PE class! This will include stations, live play and instructions on how to adapt to any age and class size.
Speakers
KB
avatar for Drew Edborg

Drew Edborg

USTA Kentucky
MH
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

8:15am EDT

That's Freaking Genially!
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Cafeteria
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.
Speakers
avatar for LaDonda Porter

LaDonda Porter

Physical Education Teacher, KYSHAPE Past President, 2018 KYSHAPE MS TOY, 2020 Southern District MS TOY, OPEN National T, Beaumont Middle School
LaDonda Porter teaches middle school physical education at Beaumont Middle School. She has been teaching for over 15 years. She is also the athletic and intramural director. She is the current  KYSHAPE awards chair and past president and an OPEN National Trainer.TWITTER: @lporte... Read More →
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Cafeteria
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

8:15am EDT

Health Skills Practice Playbook
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Classroom A100
Get ready to turn health education into action! In this interactive session, participants will explore engaging, student-centered activities designed to build essential health skills—like communication, decision-making, goal setting, and advocacy. Using a “playbook” approach, educators will rotate through hands-on stations that model how to teach and practice each skill in fun, meaningful ways. Walk away with ready-to-use strategies that make skill-building active, relevant, and unforgettable for students of all grade levels.
Speakers
JN
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Classroom A100
  Health Education
  • surveys y

8:15am EDT

Moving, Thriving with HMM
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
Learn how this fundraising program can booster your program and your school
Speakers
avatar for Sara MacIntosh

Sara MacIntosh

Booster
The health. moves. minds.®, powered by Booster fundraiser was designed to teach students critical life skills — kindness, respect, philanthropy, advocacy — and to demonstrate the importance of daily physical activity and giving back to the community.The Fundraising Solution for... Read More →
avatar for Juli Neace

Juli Neace

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Southern District Middle
avatar for Angela Stark

Angela Stark

KYSHAPE
Angela is the Healthy Schools Specialist for Fayette County Public Schools. She also is the health.moves.minds Coordinator for KYSHAPE. Angela is was a 4th-8th grade PE/Health teacher at the School for the Performing Arts (SCAPA) in FCPS. While at SCAPA, she has built the wellness... Read More →
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
  Physical Education
  • surveys y

8:15am EDT

Flag Football for All
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
Are you ready for some (flag) football!? WIN WIN Athletics is building the best flag football experiences in the world, beginning with their innovative and inclusive Flag Football Kits. Each kit is like a football field that you can carry, containing everything that you need to play a game of 5-on-5. Our patented Beltless Flags are easy to put on, consistent to pull off and make it easy for anyone to play flag football anywhere. Come see WIN WIN Athletics' Founder and native Kentuckian, Geoff Baldwin, demo the Flag Kit and talk about how he went from a dad coaching youth sports to the inventor of the best flag football gear in the world!
Speakers
avatar for Geoff Baldwin
Thursday June 26, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

9:00am EDT

2024 Natational TOYs - Beyond the Game: Reflective Practices for Meaningful PE and Assessment
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
In this session, we will demonstrate how reflective practices serve as a powerful tool for both student and teacher growth, empowering both to enhance their physical education experience. Using striking skills (specifically with hands and paddles) as our vehicle, we’ll showcase how reflection can be applied to develop movement skills and foster self-awareness. We’ll discuss the importance of reflective practices for both teachers and students and share simple, effective strategies to incorporate reflection into your lessons. Join us to learn how reflective practices can transform your teaching and empower students on their physical literacy journey.
Speakers
avatar for Cindie Cortinas-Vogt

Cindie Cortinas-Vogt

PE Teacher, 2024 Shape Elementary PE TOY2023 IAHPERD Elementary TOY, Washington Elementary S
Elementary Physical Education TeacherIm passionate about creating lessons that links academic content with movement. I also love sharing how literacy strategies can be used in your classrooms from K-Higher EdLearning new technology and making my lessons visually appealing makes me... Read More →
avatar for Ryan McKinney

Ryan McKinney

Middle School Teacher of the Year, 2024 SHAPE America
avatar for Casey Page

Casey Page

High School Teacher of the Year, 2024 SHAPE America
2024 National High School PE Teacher of the Year, 2024 Southern District High School PE Teacher of the Year, 2020-21 KY High School PE Teacher of the Year.
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

9:00am EDT

Get Moving! Transform Your PE Class with Dynamic Fitness Fun
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
Join us for an engaging and interactive 60-minute professional development session designed to revolutionize your elementary physical education curriculum with innovative fitness strategies. This session is packed with practical tools and activities that will not only promote fitness but also make learning fun and active for your students. You'll then learn key fitness concepts essential for elementary students, such as cardiorespiratory health, strength, and flexibility. Through interactive demonstrations, you'll experience firsthand a variety of engaging fitness activities that you can easily incorporate into your PE classes. This session promises to be a dynamic and inspiring experience, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to transform your PE classes into hubs of fitness and fun. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and make a lasting impact on your students' health and well-being. Join us and get ready to make fitness an exciting and integral part of your elementary PE curriculum!
Speakers
KV
avatar for Kelly Zerby

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 →
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

9:00am EDT

TAGG ACADEMY – Introducing Math and Literacy into Physical Education
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Cafeteria
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.
Speakers
TT
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Cafeteria
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

9:00am EDT

10 Instructional Strategies to Engage in Health
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Classroom A105
Join Mary McCarley, SHAPE America’s Southern District Health Teacher of the Year and Health Education Content Specialist with Goodheart-Willcox, and Allen McCaskill, KY Educational Consultant with Goodheart-Willcox, as they share instructional strategies to engage students in practicing health skills. From warm up activities to in-class assessments and exit tickets, participants will leave with instructional best practices and health assessments for their teacher toolbox as well as complimentary access to our updated 2025 skills-based middle and high school health program.
Speakers
avatar for Allen McCaskill

Allen McCaskill

Educational Consultant, Goodheart-Willcox Publisher
Contact: Allen McCaskill, Educational Consultant, 18604 West Creek Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477Description:Allen McCaskill serves teachers as an Educational Consultant and partner at Goodheart-Willcox. G-W provides up-to-date, skills-based curriculum materials for Health and Physical... Read More →
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Classroom A105
  Health Education
  • surveys y

9:00am EDT

From Knowledge to Action: Building Essential Health Skills
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Classroom A100
Participants will engage in an interactive, hands-on session focused on skills-based health education. Participants will discover engaging activities designed to help students build essential life skills for success related to decision making, goal setting, advocacy, communication, and analyzing influences. This session will provide practical tools and activities that educators can easily implement in their own classrooms. Walk away with fresh ideas and ready-to-use resources!
Speakers
avatar for Melanie Smith

Melanie Smith

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Southern District Health
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Classroom A100
  Health Education
  • surveys y

9:00am EDT

Yoga for the Soul
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
Yoga For the Soul is a holistic practice blending yoga postures, mindful breathing, and meditation to nurture mind, body, and spirit. It offers a peaceful space for self-discovery, healing, and inner balance, helping participants achieve physical flexibility, and mental clarity through a trauma informed lens.
Speakers
CW

Crystal Washington

Frederick Douglass High School
Thursday June 26, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

10:15am EDT

Thursday General Session: Unstoppable Featuring the Mary Ann Miller Thrive Award & Keynote
Thursday June 26, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Auditorium
Join us Thursday morning at #MoveThrive5 for a powerhouse general session you won’t want to miss! We’ll begin by honoring a true champion of coordinated school health with the presentation of the Mary Ann Miller Thrive Award, celebrating visionary leadership in Kentucky and beyond.
Then, get ready to be inspired by the first-ever joint keynote from the dynamic PE power couple, Mark and Beck Foellmer, in their session titled “Unstoppable.” These nationally recognized educators from Illinois will deliver high-energy insights, real-world strategies, and an uplifting message that speaks to the heart of every health and PE professional.
💥 Come curious. Leave unstoppable.
You have to be in the room to experience this one.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Stark

Angela Stark

KYSHAPE
Angela is the Healthy Schools Specialist for Fayette County Public Schools. She also is the health.moves.minds Coordinator for KYSHAPE. Angela is was a 4th-8th grade PE/Health teacher at the School for the Performing Arts (SCAPA) in FCPS. While at SCAPA, she has built the wellness... Read More →
avatar for Jamie Sparks

Jamie Sparks

Executive Director - National School Health Manager, Kentucky SHAPE/ ETR
avatar for Becky Foellmer

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!
avatar for Mark Foellmer

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.
Thursday June 26, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Auditorium
  General Session
  • surveys y

11:15am EDT

Lunch: Food Trucks - Tacos and Gourmet Grilled Cheese
Thursday June 26, 2025 11:15am - 12:30pm EDT
Lunch On Your Own
Food truck options: 
  1. Tacos El Tio
  2. Bert's Speakcheezey

Thursday June 26, 2025 11:15am - 12:30pm EDT
Lunch On Your Own
  Lunch

12:30pm EDT

ACTION! Team Games
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
Gopher Sport will be leading participants through a workshop focused around a few of our newest activities! We won’t just be playing games though, we’ll also be showcasing some great classroom management and skill development pieces you can take home and implement in your class. Get ready to sweat, learn and have some fun!
Speakers
LM
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

12:30pm EDT

Implementing New Concepts in the New SHAPE America National Health Education Standards
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Classroom A100
This interactive presentation will equip health educators with practical strategies for implementing and assessing new concepts introduced in the 2024 SHAPE America National Health Education Standards. Join us in learning how to transition your instruction with the new standards and performance indicators by putting them into practice.
Speakers
JN
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Classroom A100
  Health Education
  • surveys y

12:30pm EDT

Meaningful PE Pedagogy
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Cafeteria
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.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Maria Pessman

Dr. Maria Pessman

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Midwest District High
2024 IAHPERD HS PE TOY, 2025 SHAPE America Midwest HS PE TOY
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Cafeteria
  Physical Education
  • surveys y

12:30pm EDT

Game on! Pickleball Skills and Thrills
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
The session will start with individual racket skills, then move to serves with a partner. Participants will be able to begin earning cards by completing challenges. The activities will then move to the net for practicing dinks (no volley in the kitchen), and small rallies. The culminating activity will be a new game called “Cinco”. This is an UNO inspired fame, which switches up the game play based upon the card drawn. We are really excited for one special card, and hope it gets drawn so all participants can celebrate with a Kentucky derby inspired Victory Lap. Show up and join in the fun!
Speakers
avatar for Juli Neace

Juli Neace

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Southern District Middle
KF
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

12:30pm EDT

National High School PE Teacher of the Year
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Smith

Lisa Smith

High School Teacher of the Year, 2025 SHAPE America
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

12:30pm EDT

Use the Force: Turn Your Organization into a Fully Operational Death Star
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Classroom A105
Join us for an action-packed session where you’ll learn to harness the "Force" of AI and transform your work or organization into a “fully operational Death Star” with the guidance of a real-life AI Jedi Knight;) What You’ll Gain: ✅ Advocate Like a Pro – Discover how AI can amplify your advocacy efforts, helping you craft persuasive messaging and elevate your impact. ✅ Master Communication – Learn how to use ChatGPT to create clear, compelling, and effective messaging for any audience. ✅ Event Planning Made Easy – Streamline your event planning process with AI-driven strategies that save time and maximize efficiency. ✅ A New Best Friend – Build a powerful partnership with ChatGPT, turning it into your go-to tool for brainstorming, organizing, and problem-solving. Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, managing a team, or looking to enhance your advocacy skills, this session will equip you with the AI superpowers you need to work smarter, not harder. Leave ready to take your organization to the next level—with ChatGPT as your co-pilot! 🚀
Speakers
avatar for MeMe Ratliff

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 →
Thursday June 26, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Classroom A105
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

1:45pm EDT

Maximizing Student Engagement
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
Discover how "exercise in disguise" keeps students motivated and moving! This session explores strategies where students set their own pace while naturally increasing moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) through engaging, competitive activities. By tapping into their competitive nature, students push themselves without even realizing it. Learn creative games, fitness concepts, and team-based activities that promote maximum participation and enjoyment. Attendees will leave with practical, ready-to-use ideas to transform their Physical Education classes into high-energy, student-driven experiences. Get ready to inspire students to move more, have fun, and achieve fitness goals—without forcing traditional exercise routines!
Speakers
avatar for Ryan Macy

Ryan Macy

Physical Education Teacher, Northeast Elementary School
Ryan Macy has taught physical education for 15 years. Ryan is part of the OPEN National Trainer Team. He is a member of the Indiana Society for Health and Physical Education (INSHAPE) and serves on the Elementary Physical Education Council. Ryan also teaches elementary methods classes... Read More →
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

1:45pm EDT

Walk Listen and Learn with the Walking Classroom
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Classroom A105
The Walking Classroom is an educational program of the national, non-profit organization, Alliance for a Healthier Generation. The Walking Classroom program aligns with academic standards, supports academic enrichment, increases physical activity, social emotional learning, and health literacy. Program benefits include improved learning, better engagement, clear improvements around mood and behavior, and improved health literacy skills. The Walking Classroom provides audio devices preloaded with literacy-based podcasts, suitable for grades 3rd – 8th, that students listen to while they walk. Podcasts topics include social studies, language arts, biographies, and science. Each podcast includes a brief health message to improve health literacy, and an embedded character value. Learn how to build students’ academic knowledge, health literacy, and social emotional learning skills while engaging in different learning styles and increasing physical activity! . Come Walk. Listen. Learn with us!
Speakers
avatar for Terry Atteberry

Terry Atteberry

Presenter, Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Terry Atteberry is the Associate Director of Business Development at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, where she champions whole child health and oversees grant-funded initiatives to maximize impact. In her role, she provides strategic direction and collaborates with school... Read More →
avatar for Sean Brock

Sean Brock

National Advisor - Physical Education/Physical Activity, Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Sean Brock, M.Ed., is the National Advisor for Physical Education and Physical Activity at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. He supports schools and districts in developing professional learning programs to enhance physical education and physical activity in both school and... Read More →
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Classroom A105
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

1:45pm EDT

Empowering Students to Combat Obesity Through Smart Assessments
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Classroom A100
Kentucky high school students are facing a rising obesity crisis, with many struggling to adopt healthy lifestyle habits. This session provides practical, hands-on strategies to help educators guide students toward better health decisions that will last beyond high school. We teach Health Based Decision making but we don't always assess it how we should. We will teach refusal skills but the assess on their knowledge of drugs and alcohol. By utilizing technology where we can and connecting with students at their level we can also work on creating more participation and buy in.
Speakers
CD
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Classroom A100
  Health Education
  • surveys y

1:45pm EDT

Minds in Motion: Activating Whole Child Learning
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
Physical education can be a powerful vehicle for interdisciplinary learning. This session presents a comprehensive approach to integrating PE with academic content areas, fostering a cohesive and engaging learning environment that supports the whole child. By reframing traditional perspectives, we demonstrate how movement-based activities can seamlessly align with math, literacy, science, and social studies, enriching both physical and cognitive development.
Speakers
avatar for Auburn Cain

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 →
avatar for Cindie Cortinas-Vogt

Cindie Cortinas-Vogt

PE Teacher, 2024 Shape Elementary PE TOY2023 IAHPERD Elementary TOY, Washington Elementary S
Elementary Physical Education TeacherIm passionate about creating lessons that links academic content with movement. I also love sharing how literacy strategies can be used in your classrooms from K-Higher EdLearning new technology and making my lessons visually appealing makes me... Read More →
avatar for Kelly Zerby

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 →
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Physical Education
  • surveys y

1:45pm EDT

Breaking Down Barriers Through Unified Health & Fitness
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Cafeteria
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!
Speakers
KP
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Cafeteria
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

1:45pm EDT

Let’s Believe in Each Other!
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
Take your school’s social and emotional learning to the next level with free resources from Believe In You. The Empowerment Program is evidence-based and built for flexible implementation. This session is designed to inspire you and prepare you to fully implement BIY actvities and resources with students or adults in a school, health class or physical education setting. Participants will be led through activities that help build school connection, educate on emotions, inclusiveness, and promote leadership. This experience is interactive and fun! All of the resources and activities are completely free through Varsity Brands and Believe In You. They can be modified to fit any grade level and teaching environment
Speakers
avatar for Brian Devore

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 →
Thursday June 26, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

3:00pm EDT

Creating a Smoother Ride by Recharging Your Mind and Body
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Classroom A105
Understanding the effects of stress can help to provide understanding and clarity of why life might feel a little bumpy at times. Join Regional Well-being Coordinator, Carl Pickering, as he takes you through understanding some of these bumps in the road as well as guiding you through some simple activities that can help you manage stress, recharge and start smoothing out the ride!
Speakers
avatar for Carl Pickering

Carl Pickering

LivingWell
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Classroom A105

3:00pm EDT

Sticks, Scarves, Dance Oh My!!!
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Cafeteria
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.
Speakers
avatar for Victor Spadaro

Victor Spadaro

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Southern District Elementary
Teach in Arlington, VirginiaAbingdon Elementary PreK-5OPEN National TrainerLove to run and dance!
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Cafeteria
  Dance
  • surveys y

3:00pm EDT

Powered by Purpose
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
In this session participants will learn several innovative non-traditional, small-sided games, skill development activities and strategies that helps students develop problem solving skills and promote teamwork. While at the same time maximizing participation, movement, and success for all students. All activities are standards based and designed to be used or modified for grades K-12. This high-energy session is sure to get you and your students quickly moving with a purpose! Teamwork makes the dreamwork and students need to collaborate and work together every day. Let's give them more opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Cindie Cortinas-Vogt

Cindie Cortinas-Vogt

PE Teacher, 2024 Shape Elementary PE TOY2023 IAHPERD Elementary TOY, Washington Elementary S
Elementary Physical Education TeacherIm passionate about creating lessons that links academic content with movement. I also love sharing how literacy strategies can be used in your classrooms from K-Higher EdLearning new technology and making my lessons visually appealing makes me... Read More →
avatar for Barb Borden
avatar for Gail Lynn Hartig

Gail Lynn Hartig

Physical Education Teacher, 2022 IAHPERD Middle School TOY, Jefferson Junior High School
avatar for Katrina Haynes
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

3:00pm EDT

Health Ed Power Hour: Tips, Tricks & Tools to Elevate your Teaching
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Classroom A100
This interactive session is designed to provide Health Ed professionals with practical strategies to enhance their teaching, engage students, and promote staff wellness. Participants will leave with actionable ideas to implement immediately in their classrooms and schools.
Speakers
MH
avatar for Maria Schneider

Maria Schneider

District Health Teacher of the Year, SHAPE America Midwest
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Classroom A100
  Health Education
  • surveys y

3:00pm EDT

Kick It Up a Notch: Fresh, Fun, and Engaging Kickball Variations
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
Traditional kickball often leaves many players standing idle in the outfield or waiting for their turn to kick. This session introduces innovative kickball variations designed to maximize engagement, movement, and fun for all participants. Through creative rule modifications, multiple balls in play, and dynamic team structures, these adaptations ensure every student stays active and involved.
Speakers
avatar for Sawyer Koplien

Sawyer Koplien

Middle School Physical Education, Health Education, and Adapted Physical Education Teacher, Antigo Middle School
2024 SHAPE America Major of the Year
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

3:00pm EDT

Ready...Aim...Fire: Fun with Faux Bows!
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
Are you interested in helping your students increase their focus, resilience, confidence and hand eye coordination? Join the 2024 SHAPE National Middle School PE Teacher of the Year as we explore soft tip archery implementation with Faux Bows. We promise you'll have a blast being creative and having fun in a safe archery environment with plenty of ideas to take back to your school.
Speakers
avatar for Ryan McKinney

Ryan McKinney

Middle School Teacher of the Year, 2024 SHAPE America
Thursday June 26, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

4:15pm EDT

Review of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Health Education and the KAS for Physical Education
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Classroom A105
KRS 158.6453 calls for the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) to implement a process for reviewing all academic standards. The schedule calls for one or two content areas to be reviewed each year, and every six years after that on a rotating basis. This session will look at the process for standards review through the lens of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Health Education and the KAS for Physical Education. The standards are tentatively scheduled to go before the Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) in June 2025.
Speakers
TC
MD
KT
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Classroom A105
  • surveys y

4:15pm EDT

The Science Behind Movement - B3: Brain, Body, Behavior
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
Discover the powerful science that connects the brain, body, and behavior in this interactive session featuring ETR’s B3: Brain, Body, Behavior program. Learn how movement-based strategies support cognitive function, improve classroom behavior, and enhance social-emotional development. Participants will explore the neuroscience behind physical activity and walk away with practical tools to integrate B3 into schoolwide wellness efforts and daily classroom routines. Get ready to move, learn, and lead with purpose!
Speakers
avatar for Greg Congleton

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 →
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

4:15pm EDT

Then vs Now
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
Join us for an engaging session that explores the dynamic evolution of physical education activities across time! Participants will engage in hands-on activities, discussions, and collaborative brainstorming to create a holistic understanding of how physical education can adapt to meet the needs of tomorrow's learners. Come ready to move, reflect, and reimagine the future of fitness and fun! Participants will be given the opportunity to practice physical education techniques that encourage inclusivity and overall well being for diverse learners. Participants will engage in self reflection and peer discussions to share incites and perspectives on physical education teaching styles.
Speakers
avatar for Sandy Rasnake

Sandy Rasnake

Retired Physical Education Teacher
avatar for Victor Spadaro

Victor Spadaro

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Southern District Elementary
Teach in Arlington, VirginiaAbingdon Elementary PreK-5OPEN National TrainerLove to run and dance!
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

4:15pm EDT

Moving, Thriving with HMM
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Cafeteria
Learn how this fundraising program can booster your program and your school
Speakers
avatar for Sara MacIntosh

Sara MacIntosh

Booster
The health. moves. minds.®, powered by Booster fundraiser was designed to teach students critical life skills — kindness, respect, philanthropy, advocacy — and to demonstrate the importance of daily physical activity and giving back to the community.The Fundraising Solution for... Read More →
avatar for Juli Neace

Juli Neace

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Southern District Middle
avatar for Angela Stark

Angela Stark

KYSHAPE
Angela is the Healthy Schools Specialist for Fayette County Public Schools. She also is the health.moves.minds Coordinator for KYSHAPE. Angela is was a 4th-8th grade PE/Health teacher at the School for the Performing Arts (SCAPA) in FCPS. While at SCAPA, she has built the wellness... Read More →
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Cafeteria
  Physical Education
  • surveys y

4:15pm EDT

The WHY and HOW of Non-Traditional Games
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
Are you looking for new ways to engage your students and make physical education more inclusive, exciting, and effective? Non-traditional games offer a fresh approach to PE by encouraging creativity, teamwork, and movement in ways that go beyond typical sports and activities. But what exactly are non-traditional games, and how do they impact student learning and engagement?
Speakers
avatar for Sawyer Koplien

Sawyer Koplien

Middle School Physical Education, Health Education, and Adapted Physical Education Teacher, Antigo Middle School
2024 SHAPE America Major of the Year
Thursday June 26, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

6:00pm EDT

Thursday Night Social – Southern Hospitality Meets HPE Family Vibes
Thursday June 26, 2025 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Thursday Night Social – Legendary BBQ, Baseball & HPE Family Vibes
We’re serving up a home run of a night on Thursday with an unforgettable combo: a Lexington Legends baseball game and our iconic BBQ tailgate—an annual tradition so good, it’s worth the price of admission all by itself. 🐖🔥
Ask anyone who’s been before… this isn’t just BBQ—it’s next-level, slow-smoked, finger-lickin’, best-on-planet-Earth BBQ. 🍽️
Add in the welcoming KYSHAPE community, the crack of a baseball bat, and the laid-back atmosphere of a summer night in Lexington, and you’ve got a social that hits it out of the park.
Whether you're new to the game or a Move, Thrive regular, this night brings together food, fellowship, and fun in true Kentucky style. Don’t miss it—it’s not just dinner and a game, it’s the tradition everyone talks about. ❤️⚾🔥 #MoveThrive5
Speakers
avatar for LaDonda Porter

LaDonda Porter

Physical Education Teacher, KYSHAPE Past President, 2018 KYSHAPE MS TOY, 2020 Southern District MS TOY, OPEN National T, Beaumont Middle School
LaDonda Porter teaches middle school physical education at Beaumont Middle School. She has been teaching for over 15 years. She is also the athletic and intramural director. She is the current  KYSHAPE awards chair and past president and an OPEN National Trainer.TWITTER: @lporte... Read More →
avatar for Jamie Sparks

Jamie Sparks

Executive Director - National School Health Manager, Kentucky SHAPE/ ETR
Thursday June 26, 2025 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
  Social
 
Friday, June 27
 

7:30am EDT

Tom's Coffee Truck
Friday June 27, 2025 7:30am - 9:30am EDT
Tates Creek HS Main Entrance
The delicious, mobile coffee truck that brings you the caffeination inspiration you need. We deliver signature coffee products—like our Nitro Cold Brew and Caramel Frappe—to any occasion or festivity.
Toms 2025 menu final pdf
Friday June 27, 2025 7:30am - 9:30am EDT
Tates Creek HS Main Entrance

8:15am EDT

Demonstrating Adaptive Physical Education, Activity Measurements, & Recreation
Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Cafeteria
This presentation explores innovative strategies in adaptive physical education, focusing on inclusive activities tailored for individuals with diverse abilities. It highlights effective methods for measuring physical activity and engagement, ensuring all participants can enjoy and benefit from recreational activities. Attendees will gain insights into best practices, tools, and techniques to create an inclusive and supportive environment for physical education and recreation. Additionally, we will showcase and evaluate various adaptive equipment designed to enhance accessibility and participation.
Speakers
LM
Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Cafeteria
  Adapted PE
  • surveys y

8:15am EDT

TechNO Dance
Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
Technology and dance can be a physical educators nightmare! Where to begin to use technology in your space, how to use it and on top of that, getting your students to DANCE! This session is designed for K-12 teachers to help you incorporate dance into your curriculum. Activities range from individual dance, group dancing and dancing with manipulatives.
Speakers
avatar for LaDonda Porter

LaDonda Porter

Physical Education Teacher, KYSHAPE Past President, 2018 KYSHAPE MS TOY, 2020 Southern District MS TOY, OPEN National T, Beaumont Middle School
LaDonda Porter teaches middle school physical education at Beaumont Middle School. She has been teaching for over 15 years. She is also the athletic and intramural director. She is the current  KYSHAPE awards chair and past president and an OPEN National Trainer.TWITTER: @lporte... Read More →
avatar for Victor Spadaro

Victor Spadaro

Teacher of the Year, 2025 Southern District Elementary
Teach in Arlington, VirginiaAbingdon Elementary PreK-5OPEN National TrainerLove to run and dance!
Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Dance
  • surveys y

8:15am EDT

Engaging, Healthy Games and Activities Featuring Heart Rate and Activity Monitors
Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
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
TO
avatar for Sandy Moore

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)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

8:15am EDT

PhysEd Standards "Hot ToTs"
Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
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
avatar for MeMe Ratliff

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 →
avatar for Kelly Zerby

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)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

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
avatar for DJ Riggs

DJ Riggs

Guidance Counselor/PE Teacher, Ben Johnson Elementary
Friday June 27, 2025 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Classroom A105
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Nicole Sheffer

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
  Health Education
  • surveys y

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
LM
Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Cafeteria
  Adapted PE
  • surveys y

9:00am EDT

Games Games Games
Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
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
TT
Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

9:00am EDT

Wired for Balance: Brain-Boosting Play with Slacklining
Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
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
avatar for Derek Mikulski

Derek Mikulski

GIBBON North America, Inc
Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Nicole Sheffer

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
  Health Education
  • surveys y

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
JL
Friday June 27, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Classroom A105
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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
MH
KH
avatar for Caitlin Schoville

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)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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
Main Gym South (downstairs)
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
avatar for David Fisher

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)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

10:15am EDT

Instant Activities! Instant Energy!
Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
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
avatar for Barb Borden
avatar for Gail Lynn Hartig

Gail Lynn Hartig

Physical Education Teacher, 2022 IAHPERD Middle School TOY, Jefferson Junior High School
avatar for Katrina Haynes
avatar for Kelly Zerby

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 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Kirk Haynes

Kirk Haynes

MS Health Teacher
Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Classroom A100
  Health Education
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Anne Blevins

Anne Blevins

Instructor of Human Performance, Campbellsville University
avatar for Lauren Willis

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
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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
SG
Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Cafeteria
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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
MW
Friday June 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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: 
  1. Daughters' Southern
  2. 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
Main Gym South (downstairs)
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
avatar for Derek Picha

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)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

12:30pm EDT

Rainy Day Games (or lose your gym for a classroom)
Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
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
avatar for Melissa Crace

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)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Jamie Sparks

Jamie Sparks

Executive Director - National School Health Manager, Kentucky SHAPE/ ETR
Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Classroom A100
  Health Education
  • surveys y

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
CC
Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Classroom A105
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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
CO
Friday June 27, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Cafeteria
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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
MH
KH
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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)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

1:45pm EDT

Geaux FORE It, Y’all!
Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
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
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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 →
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LaDonda Porter

Physical Education Teacher, KYSHAPE Past President, 2018 KYSHAPE MS TOY, 2020 Southern District MS TOY, OPEN National T, Beaumont Middle School
LaDonda Porter teaches middle school physical education at Beaumont Middle School. She has been teaching for over 15 years. She is also the athletic and intramural director. She is the current  KYSHAPE awards chair and past president and an OPEN National Trainer.TWITTER: @lporte... Read More →
Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Becky Foellmer

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!
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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
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

1:45pm EDT

Spark a Passion for Soccer in Your Students!
Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
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
MW
Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Jamie Sparks

Jamie Sparks

Executive Director - National School Health Manager, Kentucky SHAPE/ ETR
avatar for Greg Congleton

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
  Health Education
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Brian Devore

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
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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
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Jeff Mushkin

Content Development Manager, SPARK
avatar for Robin Walker

Robin Walker

2020 - 2021 President, KYSHAPE
Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Auxillary Gym (upstairs)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

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
avatar for Anne Blevins

Anne Blevins

Instructor of Human Performance, Campbellsville University
avatar for Lauren Willis

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
  • surveys y

3:00pm EDT

Anatomical Action- BODIES in MOTION!
Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Main Gym North (downstairs)
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
avatar for Daniel Hill

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)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

3:00pm EDT

Connecting Health and Physical Activity for Elementary Wellness
Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
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
JB
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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)
  Elementary PE
  • surveys y

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
EM
Friday June 27, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Classroom A100
  Health Education
  • surveys y

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
GP

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)
  Secondary PE
  • surveys y

4:15pm EDT

Closing General Session: Celebration & Prizes
Friday June 27, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
Wrap up your #MoveThrive5 experience with energy, gratitude, and a few surprises! Our Closing General Session is a final celebration of the learning, connections, and inspiration we've shared throughout the week. We’ll recognize standout moments, give a big thank-you to our incredible presenters and partners, and—drumroll please—hand out amazing prizes donated by our generous exhibitors and sponsors through the Exhibitor Bingo game!
Don’t miss your chance to walk away with more than just professional growth—you could win big!
🎉 Because every great conference deserves an epic send-off!

Friday June 27, 2025 4:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
Main Gym South (downstairs)
 
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