ISBE School Wellness Conference

If you teach health, physical education, recreation or dance, then this session is for you! The Illinois Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (IAHPERD) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) educational organization, which through the action of its members, continuously strives to fulfill the following mission: to provide professional support and guidance to educators throughout the state as they develop and conduct educational programs. This session will go through the ins and outs of the association including membership, programs, awards, grants, social media, and advocacy. 

This session will reviews Illinois requirements and guidance related to physical education, fitness testing, and recess.  Topics include instructional time, student exemptions, FitnessGram expectations, and recess considerations, including alternatives to withholding recess.  Time will be included for questions and discussion around common school scenarios.