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NJAHPERD's Facebook page is up and running...join the fun!
Find out the latest information about professional development events, special announcements and legislative issues affecting our profession.
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| NJAHPERD BOARD MEMBERS | |
JoAnn Doherty, President
Jackie Malaska, Executive Director
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| A message from your president |
On behalf of the NJAHPERD Executive Board, we wish you a healthy and happy New Year!
GREAT NEWS!
NJAHPERD has been informed by our Legislative Consultant, Jennifer Sullivan, that the Recess Bill A 4044 was introduced in the Assembly on Thursday, December 18th, by Assemblyman Erik Peterson, a Republican from District 23 and Assemblyman Joseph Lagana, a Democrat from District 38. Thanks to Assemblyman Lagana for enlisting Assemblyman Peterson to sign on as a Prime Sponsor which means we have bi-partisan support.
I would like to thank Jackie Malaska, Marybeth Beichert (NJEA) and Jennifer Keyes Maloney (NJPSA) for coming up to Assemblyman Lagana's office in Paramus, on December 16th, to ask Assemblyman Lagana to be the Prime Sponsor for the sister bill to Senator Shirley Turner's Recess Bill S- 1594. After presenting the facts and answering his questions, Assemblyman Lagana stated he would be glad to sign on as the Prime Sponsor and also discuss the bill with the Assembly Speaker. True to his word, the Bill was introduced only 2 days later!
This is a great gift for our children of New Jersey and it proves "Advocacy can Move Forward" for NJAHPERD.
NJAHPERD will continue to keep you posted on the progress of both our Bills A- 4044/S- 1598 (Recess) and S-2245/A-3256 (Certification) and yes, we will be asking for your help moving these Bills forward in their respective Houses.
Best wishes,
JoAnn Doherty
NJAHPERD President
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| 2015 Annual Convention | |
Schedule is Finalized!
The hotel renovations are complete and they are GORGEOUS! More session options are available than ever before. You don't want to miss this PD event! Get approval as soon as possible. Early Bird Fees available until 1/15/15.
Pre-Convention, Sunday, February 22, 2015
CPR/AED Instructor's certification
CPR/AED class
Weight Room training
Physical Activity Leader (PAL) training
Additional Pre-Convention session:
SPARK NEW's for Elementary Physical Educators
9AM-12:00PM
New to SPARK? Don't miss this session! Familiar with SPARK but want to learn the latest and greatest? Don't miss this session! Participate in NEW K-6 standards-based activities and methodology (including terrific technology and core subject integrations) and receive access to SPARKfamily.org; a digital library of videos, assessment tools, bilingual skill/task cards. All great "NEW's and free tools for YOU. Be prepared for activity. Bring your laptop or I-pad (optional)
Fee: Complimentary for NJAHPERD members.
Featured speakers include National and Eastern District Teachers of the Year:
MacKenzie Muschel Ellis, Dance TOY 2014, Rocky Mountain HS, Fort Collins, Colorado
Anthony (Tony) Loomis - 2014 High School Physical Education TOY,
Margaret Robelee- 2014 Elementary Physical Education Eastern District TOY
Joseph Halowich - 2014 Health Education Eastern District TOY
Special Guests include:
Dolly Lambdin, SHAPE America President
Irene Cucina, Past President, SHAPE America
Carol Ciotto, Shape America Eastern District Executive Director
Gian Paul Gonzalez will be the featured speaker at the Opening Session "ALL IN!" on Monday.
Tuesday's Keynote is Sandra Sims, President Southern District SHAPE America. "Finding Joy in the Journey."
Early Bird Sessions:
Check out the added sessions to get you up and moving!
Convention Tracts:
Let's Move Active School (Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program)
Early Childhood
Driver Education Tract
NEW Special Event!
Pirate Scavenger Hunt!
Monday 3:30 (immediately following last session)
Cast off at the Seabright/Oceanport Balcony
Ahoy Mateys! NJAHPERD has an adventure for you! Get your brain and your booty moving with our Pirate Scavenger Hunt. Various locations in the hotel will be turned into checkpoints where there will be activities for your team. Each checkpoint will help you fill up your team's Scavenger Hunt Treasure Map. Treasures will be awarded for the pirate team that finishes first and a full map can earn you a chance in a raffle. So come join in the excitement, get active and batten down the hatches!
Hosted by: LMAS Coordinator, Susan Toth, VP Physical Activity, Kelly Graham, VP Elect Physical Activity, John Taylor
Socials:
Awards Banquet, Sunday afternoon.
President's Social Sunday evening.
All Convention Social with Magician, DJ, Snacks and Prizes on Monday evening!
Grand Finale Raffle, Tuesday afternoon.
Fees, hotel & local information, session titles and special events are available on the
Annual Convention web page.
New policy: All attendees MUST register online regardless of payment type and sign a liability waiver.
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| Congratulations, Jackie Malaska...Eastern District TIlia Fantasia Service Award Recipient | |
SHAPE AMERICA
On behalf of the District Leadership Council of SHAPE America Eastern District, Jackie Malaska has been notified that she has been selected as the recipient of the SHAPE America Eastern District TIlia Fantasia Service Award for her dedication and service to the profession and her efforts to the district. Jackie will be honored at the Awards Ceremony at the Annual Eastern District Convention in Springfield, MA.
The Tilia J Fantasia Service Award is presented to an individual or organization that possesses exceptional leadership and service to the district. Jackie has made significant contributions to the Eastern District through legislative initiatives, media alerts, promoting an array of activities, has provided intellectual leadership, is a role model/mentor and recruits members.
Jackie has aided in the development and promotion of the objectives and goals of Eastern District as well as the standards and assessments of all disciplines within the Association. Mrs. Malaska has demonstrated her ability over and over again to exercise substantial influence working with others for the long term benefits of Eastern District and our profession specifically here in New Jersey.
As you can see, this is why Jackie Malaska meets all the criteria and more. Jackie truly deserves this honor and that is why NJAHPERD is delighted to have her as our Executive Director. She truly is a "JERSEY" Girl! BRAVO!!
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Newly Elected Executive Board Announced
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CONGRATULATIONS to the new ELECTS on the NJAHPERD Executive Board.
2015-2016 Executive Board Members
President - Carol Lynch
President Elect - Christine Baccarella
Vice President of Physical Education - Colleen McCurry
Vice President Elect of Physical Education - Dr. Laurie A. Cancalosi
Vice President of Physical Activity - Kelly Graham
Vice President Elect of Physical Activity - John Taylor
Vice President of Health Education - Dawn Francavilla
Vice President Elect of Health Education - Steve Wehrle
Vice President of Dance Education - Barbara Brady
Vice President Elect of Dance Education - Arvin Arjona
Member-at- Large - Barbara DeCaro
Member-at-Large - Dillon Landi
Member-at-Large Elect - Judith Ruff
Past President - JoAnn Doherty
Your new officers will officially take their positions at the end of our 96th Convention on February 24th.
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NJDOE Model Curriculum & Assessments
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The K-12 Model Curriculum including Student Learning Objectives (SLOs), Rubrics and Activities and Assessments are posted on the NJDOE website. Thank you to all who provided input. If you have any suggestions for activities and assessments, please contact the NJAHPERD office. We welcome your thoughts and suggestions. NJDOE website
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NJAHPERD Applied Strategic Plan
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The NJAHPERD Executive Board recently approved the Applied Strategic Plan for the coming year.
VISION: Healthy New Jersey, Physically Educated and Physically Active!
MISSION: NJAHPERD is dedicated to advancing quality health education, physical education, recreation, dance education, and athletics through professional development, programming, advocacy, and collegial exchange. The Association promotes the development of healthy active lifestyles for New Jersey's students, educators and community members.
STATEGIC GOALS
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Professional Excellence
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Ensure health and physical literacy for every student through the application of research and best practices.
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Engage in outreach to stakeholders to promote quality health education, physical education and physical activity.
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Develop a sustainable, diverse organization whose membership is dedicated to the NJAHPERD mission.
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The strategic objectives are available HERE.
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| 2015 Class of Eastern District Teacher of the Year Award Recipients | |
SHAPE America
SHAPE America is proud to announce the 2015 Class of Eastern District Teacher of the Year Award Recipients:
- Adapted Physical Education: Kim Catalfamo - 1st Cerebral Palsy of NJ, Belleville, NJ
- Dance Education: Arvin Arjona - Millburn High School, Millburn, NJ
- Middle School Physical Education: Colleen McCurry - Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School, Wyckoff, NJ
NJAHPERD congratulates our outstanding teachers of the year and wishes them well as they all proceed to the National level. The Eastern District Award Recipients will be honored at the SHAPE America Eastern District Awards Banquet in Springfield, MA, on February 6th.
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| Eastern District Future Professionals | |
SHAPE America
CONGRATULATIONS!! SHAPE America Eastern District Future Professionals. The Outstanding Future Professional Award reflects the Eastern District's Commitment to future leaders. New Jersey's two Outstanding Future Professional Award recipients for 2015 are:
- Jamie Julian - Kean University
- Maxwell Rambow - Rowan University
They will receive their individual awards at the Eastern District Awards Ceremony in Springfield, MA.
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| NJ Educator Resource Exchange | |
NJDOE
Check out year-long pacing guides and instructional units for grades K - 12 aligned to the Common Core State Standards. MORE
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2015 Professional Development Events
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NJAHPERD 96th Annual Convention
"Advocacy Moving Forward"
Pre-Convention, February 22, 2015
Convention, February 23-24, 2015
Ocean Place Resort & Spa
Long Branch, NJ
Quality Health & Physical Education High School
May 18, 2014
Rowan University
SHAPE America Eastern District 2015 Convention "In the Heart of Springfield: A Time for Change, Challenge, Opportunity" February 5-7, 2015 Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel, Springfield, MA. Convention Highlights: Join us for three jam-packed days of sessions. The full description of sessions including days and times will be posted in early November. - No Pencils in MY Gym
- Red Cross Club
- Common Sense
- Common Core and many more, including State, District and National Teachers of the Year.
Seattle, WA
March 17- 21, 2015
WEBINARS:
Tuesday, January 13, 2015
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
This webinar will cover the newly introduced Guidelines to Disability Inclusion in Physical Activity, Nutrition, and Obesity Programs and Policies and the Commit to Inclusion campaign that promotes the Guidelines. The Guidelines were created with an expert panel using criteria to qualify each guideline. They are intended for any organization that provides physical activity nutrition, or obesity programs or policies.
Adapted Physical Education Webinars
SHAPE America's latest series offers four important webinars providing a wide range of information from Adapted Physical Education technology to advocacy. Purchasers will receive a certificate of 1.0 contact hours at no additional charge. All webinars are 1 hour long.
SPARK Wednesday Webinar Series...ARCHIVED webinars
National Health Observances (NHOs) are special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics.
List of events
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| FIT2ECSELL - FitnessGram Grants | |
Grant funding is available for training and web based FG school site license. APPLICATION
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| Get ready for "No Name-Calling Week" | |
January 19-23, 2015
Every child deserves to be treated with respect and dignity. That's why NJAHPERD has joined forces with GLSEN (The Gay, Lesbian, & Straight Education Network) Central New Jersey Chapter to promote No Name-Calling Week during January 19-23, 2015. No Name Calling Week (NNCW) is a national initiative started in 2004. The concept of NNCW builds on the story in the young adult novel by James Howe,The Misfits. In this story a group of students join together to face the challenges of name calling and ultimately make a powerful impact on their school with the proposal of a no name calling day. This year's No Name Calling Week focuses on Celebrating Kindness while working to create safe schools free of name-calling, bullying and bias.
Educators can join the NNCW Listserv and download a variety of free materials at www.glsen.org/nonamecallingweek. GLSEN also sponsors The National Creative Expression Exhibit for NNCW. This exhibit gives students the opportunity to submit works of art that express their ideas and experiences with bullying. In past years, over 1,000 students submitted pieces from a variety of artistic mediums. For details visit www.glsen.org/nonamecallingweek.
Additional information and assistance in developing No Name-Calling Week programs as well as a limited supply of free materials can be arranged by contacting GLSEN Central New Jersey Chapter, cnj@njglsen.org. By the way, each school and program is welcome to choose any time of the year to offer No Name-Calling Week. The immediacy of the national dates, January 19-23, 2015, does not need to be a constraint for your program. MORE
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| Not all winners are determined by the scoreboard | |
Huffington Post
You might have heard about "the Ohio miracle," when freshman Lauren Hill got her dying wish to play in a college basketball game. But did you know that her fairy godmothers were a bunch of young ladies she didn't know? MORE
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| January activity and music ideas | |
Musicalpeplus.com
Here are some Snow Play" activities. Click here for more ideas followed by my suggestions for teaching hockey.
Songs can be used multiple times, but by different artists....it is fun to hear the different arrangements.
Frosty The Snowman
Let It Snow
A Marshmallow World
Baby, It's Cold Outside
Winter Wonderland
Sleigh Ride
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| Propel your physical education program and get your students on the fast track to lifelong physical activity! | |
PYFP
The Presidential Youth Fitness Program is providing a funding opportunity to receive supplemental program resources to enhance physical education in your school and / or district.
Applications to receive supplemental resources for the Presidential Youth Fitness Program will be accepted online (only) from January 1 - February 9, 2015! Apply Funding will cover selected schools through 2015-2016 and the following two school years. This funding will be open to all public and private schools that serve at least grade 4 and employ a certified physical educator on a full- or part-time basis. You won't want to miss out on this great opportunity. Click here for details on what is provided by and required in order to remain eligible for the funding opportunity.
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| Free bowling curriculum and equipment grant | |
Bowler's Ed
The purpose of this grant is to fund the implementation of The Bowling Foundation's Youth Bowler's Ed In-School Bowling program. This program provides opportunities to teach students the sport of bowling with instructional curriculum and equipment available to use in school or other facilities. Deadline for grant: Jan. 15, 2015 MORE
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| 8 questions on dance and fitness | |
The Coeur d' Alene Press
Lindsay Oliver, who has been teaching dance for more than 20 years and has a B.A. in exercise physiology and a M.S. in physical education and dance, addresses eight questions about dance and fitness. "In reality, any form of dance can be an aerobic workout," she said. "Dances that have slower, more controlled movements could be considered anaerobic, however, it really depends on skill mastery and current fitness level." MORE
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Sport and Recreation Law Association
Our purpose is to further the study and dissemination of information regarding legal aspects of sport and recreation; we host an annual SRLA Conference to meet this goal. Further, the Association addresses legal aspects of sport and recreation within both the public and private sectors.
The Association serves academicians and practitioners in private and public sport and recreation settings. Members have diverse educational and experiential backgrounds and represent a variety of occupations and interests. They may teach or be students at institutions of higher education (sport and recreation management programs, law schools), practice law, operate risk management firms, or serve in other related fields. MORE
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| Cold Weather Running Tips | |
NYRR Mighty Milers
There is no such thing as bad weather, there is simply being unprepared for what's out there. Check out these tips for winter running from RunnersWorld.com!
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Get Motivated - Let the kids motivate each other. Friends don't let friends get lazy just because of a little cold!
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Arm Your Feet - While the cold can be bad, the wet is worse. Wet feet are a runner's worst enemy. Try to wear shoes and socks that wick water, and if your feet do get wet, change immediately after your run.
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Get Dressed - Layers upon layers of winter clothes are not always the best way to go. You want to be warm but no so warm that you sweat and catch a chill. Work with thin breathable layers and never forget gloves and a hat.
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Be Seen - The days are shorter and light is limited. If your program runs in the morning or evening be sure it is safe and don't hesitate to have kids run with flashlights or glowsticks.
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Warm Up Pre-Run - Get the blood pumping indoors before you hit the chill of the outdoors. A little extra pre-run stretching can go a long way after your muscles have been out in the cold for a while.
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Forget Speed - The cold air can be harsh on your lungs. Use the winter time to focus on endurance as opposed to speed. The strength you gain in colder months can be great for your performance once spring rolls around.
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Change Quickly Post-Run - The best part of a winter run is coming in out of the cold. To avoid lasting chills be sure to change into dry warm clothes and drink something warm.
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Ideas to combine PE and health...there's an app for that
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itstimetexax.org
The Teach Healthier App provides educators with a dynamic, digital experience, serving FREE access to nutrition and physical activity lessons through a smartphone or tablet! The Teach Healthier App was developed with funding from SNAP-Ed and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and in conjunction with The University of Texas School of Public Health - Austin Regional Campus. Download the Teach Healthier App today, and use this free tool to build nutrition and physical activity into your curriculum every day, for all grade levels! MORE
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HEALTH EDUCATOR NEWS YOU CAN USE
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| Congress eases first lady's school lunch guidelines | |
CBS News
Schools in the U.S. will now have the opportunity to go against the grain of first lady Michelle Obama's healthy lunch program. A massive year-end spending bill released by Congress doesn't allow schools to opt out of healthier school meal standards championed by the first lady, as House Republicans had sought. But it would ease standards that many students and school officials complained about. MORE
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University of Eastern Finland via ScienceDaily
Children who skip main meals are more likely to have excess body fat and an increased cardiometabolic risk already at the age of 6 to 8 years, according to a study. A higher consumption of sugary drinks, red meat and low-fat margarine and a lower consumption of vegetable oil are also related to a higher cardiometabolic risk. MORE
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Let's Move! Active Schools |
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Is your school an ACTIVE SCHOOL? |
Does your school incorporate physical activity before, during and after school for at least 60 minutes a day? Do you need resources to "move" your school in the right direction? This FREE program can help. More information |
| Apply for Recognition | Apply for recognition and celebrate all of the great accomplishments you have made towards becoming a more active school.
Download our web badge for your website to show that your school is now a member of Let's Move! Active Schools and committed to moving more.
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More resources are available to support fitness education and assessment! You can secure up to 3-years' support to access the supplemental resources of the Presidential Youth Fitness Program!
For schools not currently enrolled in Fuel Up to Play 60, apply for 3 years of support between January 1 and February 9, 2015 for implementation beginning the 2015-2016 school year. A funding section on the website addresses questions you may have about the funding requirements and resources provided. An application worksheet will help you gather all of your information now, so you aren't rushing to meet the deadline. No excuses!
Schools registered as a Let's Move! Active School will receive preference.
Get to know the Presidential Youth Fitness Program!
Do you think the Presidential Youth Fitness Program (PYFP) and FITNESSGRAM® are one in the same? Think again! While FITNESSGRAM is a major part of the PYFP, it's not the only part. Training for teachers and recognition for schools and students are equally as important in the implementation of PYFP. View this short webinar so you can see how it all comes together.
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JUMP ROPE AND HOOPS FOR HEART
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Attention NJ Coordinators!
Attending the Convention?
All Jump/Hoop Coordinators completing an event in 2014 are invited to attend the "Thank You" breakfast on Tuesday morning of the convention. Please RSVP online or call the office to reserve your ticket.
Did you know that All Jump/Hoop Coordinators receive a 1/2 price membership to NJAHPERD?
Will your event be one of the 20 newly recruited schools NJAHPERD is looking for this 2014-15 school year? NJAHPERD had been challenged to add 20 new schools to this year's state total!
Considering becoming a coordinator? Need more information? Contact the NJAHPERD office today to get started!
 JUMP Membership Program
WITH YOUR FREE JUMP MEMBERSHIP TO SHAPE AMERICA - SOCIETY OF HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATORS, TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE BENEFITS:
* Stay up to date with the latest news affecting your field through our weekly electronic newsletter, Et Cetera, as well as through SHAPE America's quarterly newsletter, Momentum, that highlights what we are doing to promote the profession, highlights advocacy efforts, new resources, and identifies opportunities and partnerships.
* Get everything you need to know about the Jump Rope For Heart (JRFH) and Hoops For Heart (HFH) programs from The Pulse. Each issue includes lesson plans, tips for holding JRFH and HFH events, heart-healthy activities for kids, and so much more.
* Access SHAPE America's JRFH online learning community, where you can join discussion groups and post and download resources from the shared library.
* Take advantage of award opportunities to bring recognition to your school's JRFH or HFH program and earn professional development stipends and equipment vouchers to enhance your school's physical education program.
* Enjoy round-the-clock access to the cutting-edge information you need to keep your curriculum current and your students healthy. You'll have member-only access to SHAPE America's website, with a discount of up to 30% off of publications, products, workshops, online symposia and services.
* And most importantly, connect to the leading professional community of experts and practitioners dedicated to raising the bar, advancing policy, supporting success, and creating a future where healthy is the norm.
Download the application today!
New Online Fundraising Tool
Raising money online for the American Heart Association (AHA) through a Jump Rope For Heart (JRFH) or Hoops For Heart (HFH) event has never been easier. With the second year of our new online system under our belts, we have seen a tremendous increase in the number of students and donors fundraising online. We have also seen many PE teachers, once unsure about raising money online, come full circle and actually get excited about the impact it has had on their events! MORE
For all things "American Heart" Jump and Hoops go to: http://www.shapeamerica.org/jump/ National Standards linking Physical Education to JRFH  The PULSE online newsletter
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SHAPE America
The latest edition of The Pulse, SHAPE America's newsletter for the Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart programs, is now available. Each issue provides access to event best practices, teaching resources, and more!
Download and share the latest issue and view The Pulse archives online at www.aahperd.org/jump.
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| Jump rope: partner work | |
learntojumprope.com
Kids love working together creating routines. The printables provided here give kids an option for when they have a single partner or are in a group of 3 or more. Happy Jumping. MORE
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| Be An Advocate! | |
Advocacy is vital to the success of quality health and physical education programs across the country. In order to make an impact on the national policy landscape, we need all members to be strong advocates for the profession and for children.
SHAPE America Advocacy page
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| 2015 SPEAK Out! Day | |
February 10-11, 2015
Advocacy in support of school health and physical education is vital to the future of the profession as well as to the millions of school age children across the country. Please join us for the 2015 SPEAK Out! Day, SHAPE America's annual member lobby event in Washington, D.C. Represent your state, meet with your members of Congress, and network with fellow SHAPE America members in order to "speak out" in support of school health and physical education. Click here for more information.
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| Shape of the Nation Infographics | |
SHAPE America (AAHPERD)
Use these infographics on your websites, school newsletters etc. to inform the school community about various aspects of Physical Education in the United States.
1 - School Fitness Assessment
2 - Loopholes Stalling Progress in Physical Education Across the US
3 - States Skip Major Steps That Would Foster Physically Active Students
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| Now available: SHAPE America (AAHPERD) Legislative Action Center Tutorial webinar | |
SHAPE America
Legislative Action Center Tutorial
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| New Resources for Physical Activity and Academics | |
CDC
Use these resources to advocate for quality health education and physical education!
New resources from CDC can be found on their Health and Academics webpage
Specific resources:
- Health and Academic Achievement Overview
- Improving Academic Achievement through Healthy Eating and Physical Activity PowerPoint® Presentation PDF of slides
- The Association Between School-Based Physical Activity, Including Physical Education, and Academic Performance Adobe PDF file [pdf 2.5M] (Full report) Executive Summary Adobe PDF file
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Resources and more...
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NJ Teen Safe Driving Coalition
Discover the Coalition's mission and find information about initiatives including Share the Keys, Champion Schools, GDL Game Plan, and driver education. Find a calendar of teen driving-related activities. MORE
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| National Drug Facts Week | January 26-February 1, 2015
National Drug Facts Week (NDFW) is a national health observance for teens to promote local events that use NIDA science to shatter the myths about drugs. This online guide gives you everything you need to plan, promote, and host your NDFW event. MORE
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| NJ SADD is proud to present the Mental Health Toolkit! | |
NJ SADD
The SAB has been hard at work all year preparing a toolkit to help chapters develop activities and campaigns about mental health. This toolkit serves as a guide for chapters to help increase awareness of mental health and support teens living a healthier mental life.Work with your chapters this school year to find ways of incorporating mental health education and awareness throughout your community! Click Here to check the mental health toolkit out! MORE
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| Free Driver Education Programs and Resources | NJAHPERD  As a result of the Driver Education Conferences, NJAHPERD members will now be provided with free monthly resources and speakers for your classroom. Working roadside is a dangerous and sometimes deadly job. That's why when motorists see flashing lights on the side of the road, they're required to slow down and if it's safe, move over -- away from police, fire crews, paramedics, tow truck drivers, and DOT workers. The M.A.R.C. campaign, founded in memory of New Jersey State Trooper Marc Castellano who was struck and killed in 2010 while conducting a criminal investigation on the shoulder of I-195 by an individual who failed to adhere to New Jersey's Move Over Law, provides in school presentations to ensure all new drivers know and adhere to this lifesaving provision. Website: www.nj.gov/oag/hts/move-over-law For more information: DonnaSetaro(MARCCampaign) Phone: 732-580-9987 Email:dlsetaro54@gmail.com |
| NJM's Teen Driver Safety Program | |
NJM
Be sure to book a FREE Presentation soon! Dates are filling up fast! Click here for more information.
Facilitated by a retired NJ State Trooper who led the school education unit. Teen safe driving and graduated driver licensing programs are provided in classroom and assembly settings. MORE
For more information:
Carsten Boethig (NJM)
Phone: 609-433-5859 |
| Create your own website | |
Google
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Get the Latest Resources...
From NJAHPERD's Teacher Resources page.
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| SHAPE America (formerly AAHPERD) Resources |
Here's the link to SHAPE America's Montly Activity Calendars
Join SHAPE Activity Share to add you lesson ideas and discover those from others!
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| Resources for Lesson Planning and Advocacy | |
NJDOE, SHAPE America, CDC
NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards for Comprehensive Health & Physical Education
SHAPE America Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education
CDC National Framework for Physical Activity and Physical Education Kids.gov
Kids.gov shares resources in a variety of ways. If you are a Twitter fan, check out our Twitter page where we post interesting happenings related to kids and school topics. If Pinterest is your thing, we have Pinterest boards for kids, parents, and teachers. We post current events, helpful resources for parents, and fun activities for teachers to use in their classrooms on Facebook. Looking for videos that explore careers? Don't forget to check out our YouTube or TeacherTube videos!
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| SPARK Grant Finder Tool | |
SPARK
The SPARK Grant-Finder Tool helps you locate funding for your Physical Education, After school, Early childhood or Coordinated School Health program. Grants can be used for curriculum, teacher training, or equipment. MORE
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| Grants |
SHAPE America JRFH/HFH Grant Program
The Joint Projects office is currently accepting applications for the 2015 SHAPE America JRFH/HFH Grant Program. The SHAPE America JRFH & HFH Grant is available only to individuals who have completed a JRFH or HFH event in the prior school year.
All 2015 grantees will receive:
- $1,300 professional development stipend to attend the 2015 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo in Seattle, WA from March 17-21, 2015. The stipend may be used towards convention registration, travel, lodging and/or per diem.
- One-year SHAPE America membership (if you are not a current SHAPE America member) and (1) copy of the 2014 National Standards & Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education
- $1,200 US Games gift certificate redeemable for equipment to enhance your school's physical education program. The gift voucher will be presented at the 2015 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo in Seattle, WA. Download the grant application.
Fund for Teachers: Grants
The Fund for Teachers provides funds for direct grants to teachers to support summer learning opportunities of their own design. Maximum award: $5,000. Eligibility: teachers who work with students in grades pre-kindergarten through 12, with a minimum of three years teaching experience, full-time, spending at least 50 percent of the time in the classroom at the time grants are approved and made. Deadline: January 29, 2015.
NGA/Mantis: 2015 Mantis Tiller Award
The National Gardening Association/ Mantis Tiller Awards offer tiller/cultivators to educational gardens that enhance quality of life in their host communities. Maximum award: Mantis Tiller/Cultivator with border/edger and kickstand, and choice of gas-powered 2-cycle engine or electric motor. Eligibility: not-for-profit charitable or educational garden programs in the United States. Deadline: March 6, 2015. Read more
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Ocean, NJ 07712
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