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

Southern District Awards

Donna L. Dunaway Medal

The highest award Southern District AAHPERD can bestow on a member and honors the professional life and career-long contributions to the Southern District AAHPERD by Donna Lee Dunaway. In that spirit, the Donna L. Dunaway Medal honors those individuals who have made significant and sustained contributions and given meritorious service to Southern District AAHPERD over a significant period of time.  More information>>

Southern District Honor Award

Recognizes meritorious contributions to the fields of physical education, health education, recreation and/or dance or to the profession through such allied fields as science and education.  More information>>  

Taylor Dodson Award

Recognizes a young professional who has given five years meritorious service in Southern.  More information>>  

Clyde W. Partin Service Award

Recognizes a non-member or organization that has made a significant contribution to the Southern District.  More information>>

Southern District Scholar Award

Promotes and stimulates scholarly productivity among professionals and recognizes senior level scholars who have made and continue to make significant contributions to the profession.  More information>>

Ethnic Minority Award

Honors persons who have made meaningful contributions in support of ethnic minorities in Southern District.  More information>>

Sport Professional of the Year Award

Honors outstanding leaders in the professional domain of Sport. More information>>

Outstanding Future Professional Award

Honors the outstanding student member of Southern District majoring in health, physical education, recreation, dance and/or professionally related field who has displayed leadership, scholarship and service during his/her undergraduate professional preparation. More information>>

Jump Rope for Heart (JRFH) Coordinator Award

Honors individuals who have made significant contributions to Jump Rope for Heart program. More information>>

Hoops for Heart (HFH) Coordinator Award

Honors individuals who have made significant contributions Hoops for Heart program. More information>>

Recreation Professional of the Year Award

Honors outstanding leaders in the field of Recreation. More information>>

Adapted Physical Education Teacher of the Year

Recognizes the exemplary performance and professional contributions of preK-12 adapted physical education teachers. More information>>