American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance - AAHPERD

Eastern District Convention

Pre-Convention Workshops - Wednesday, February 24  

Physical Best Health-Fitness Specialist Certification

8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
$165.00
Intended for both novice and veteran physical educators, this 7-hour workshop is designed to teach participants about the Physical Best program and give them the information and tools to help implement it effectively in their schools. Time is spent covering the history and philosophy of health-related fitness education and assessment, practicing the activities and learning how these activities teach students the components and principles of health-related fitness. The FITNESSGRAM assessment protocols and an overview of the FITNESSGRAM software are also included.   Those who have or are working toward a minimum bachelor level degree and successfully complete a post-workshop examination will earn certification. Participants receive the following books: Physical Education for Lifelong Fitness: The Physical Best Teacher's Guide, Physical Best Activity Guide (elementary or middle/high school level), FITNESSGRAM Test Administration Manual (software is not included)
Presenters: Deb Ballinger, Towson University and Jan Bishop, Central Connecticut State University  

The Health Education Curriculum Assessment Tool (HE-CAT)

8:00 a.m.–Noon
$10.00
The Health Education Curriculum Analysis Tool (HECAT) is an assessment tool for examining school health education curricula. The HECAT can help school districts conduct a clear, complete and consistent analysis of health education curricula based on the National Health Education Standards and CDC's Characteristics of Effective Health Education Curricula. The HECAT results can help schools select or develop appropriate and effective health education curricula and improve the delivery of health education. The HECAT is customizable to meet local community needs and conform to the curriculum requirements of the state or school district.  
50 Persons Maximum
Presenter: TBA      

Understanding Your Vision of Sexuality

8:00 a.m.–Noon
$10.00
Most health educators develop an understanding of sexuality based on their own background and experiences. This workshop graphically explores the backgrounds and experiences that students live and bring into the classroom. Be prepared to have your core ideas challenged and to learn how others define normal sexual behavior. This workshop graphically explores sexual issues.  
Presenter: Bob Winchester, BWA Educational Group  

The First Tee National School Program: Professional Development Program

8:00 a.m.–Noon
$10.00  
Join us in an interactive session to learn about teaching GOLF in your elementary physical education classes! Launched in 2004, The First Tee National School Program instructs elementary physical educators on how to successfully introduce children during regular physical education classes to the sport of golf and its values including honesty, integrity and perseverance.
Presenters: Lana Peterson, Lincoln, NE; Benna Cawthorn, First Tee  

In-depth Workshops - Saturday, February 27, 2010  

Adapted Physical Education Workshop

8:00 a.m.– Noon
$10.00