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

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

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

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

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

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.