Get stacking in this workshop aimed at middle and high school PE teachers to learn about how sport stacking can help secondary school students increase coordination, focus and emotional intelligence. Participants will experience the Sport Stacking Sport Education Unit which uses this international and AAU Junior Olympic sport as a platform for improving skills like speed and agility while also integrating social emotional learning and exploring careers in sports and marketing.
"Unconventional Fun: A Session of Non-Traditional Games" invites participants to step outside the box and engage in a variety of exciting, offbeat games that break the mold of typical team-building exercises. Whether it's a quirky twist on classic sports or completely new creations, this session encourages creativity, collaboration, and a lot of laughs. Designed to get everyone moving, thinking, and bonding, these games provide a refreshing and fun way to energize teams, spark connections, and build trust in a lively, relaxed environment. Get ready for a playful and memorable experience!
"Building Bridges: Teamwork in Action" is all about strengthening collaboration and communication through engaging, hands-on activities that challenge teams to work together toward a common goal. This session focuses on building trust, enhancing problem-solving skills, and fostering a sense of unity within your group. With dynamic teamwork exercises that encourage creative thinking and cooperation, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of how effective teamwork can overcome obstacles and achieve success. Prepare to break down barriers, build lasting connections, and take your team’s collaboration to the next level!
An energizing and interactive session that blends physical activity with cognitive skill-building through the exciting sport of stacking. Designed to engage campers both mentally and physically, this session encourages participants to improve their eye-hand coordination, enhance their math and reading abilities, and boost self-esteem. Campers will work individually and in teams to master stacking techniques, participate in friendly challenges, and experience the benefits of physical fitness. Along the way, they will develop valuable social-emotional learning (SEL) skills, such as teamwork, communication, and emotional regulation. Whether racing against the clock or collaborating with peers, this session will keep everyone moving, learning, and growing in a fun, supportive environment.
Looking to bring more wellness into your school without overwhelming your schedule? This session is packed with easy-to-implement activities, creative ideas, and useful tips to support both student and staff well-being. From quick movement breaks to school-wide initiatives, you will learn how to make wellness a natural and consistent part of the school day. Walk away with realistic strategies that fit into what you are already doing.
Love warm-ups, but looking for a new way to incorporate vocabulary or standards into them? Ever felt uninspired and just want something new and out of your ordinary? Want to help your students 'be kids' and actually use their imaginations to enjoy play? That's where we come in@@ Get ready to lace up your sneaks and jump into a session full of warm-ups, low-prep/little equipment games and activities you can instantly use in your space.
Physical Education, Health, and Science Teacher, AD, Calvary Lutheran School
I am a loving husband, father, teacher, and coach. My strengths include my enthusiasm for teaching youth how to live a healthy, active lifestyle as well as my passion for coaching distance running. People should talk to me about how to run a successful P.E. program in different settings... Read More →
In this SHAPE America-endorsed session, meet with a SHAPE America National Physical Best trainer who will present on health-related fitness in PE and share actionable items that you can use to incorporate best practices in health-related fitness in your PE class. You will leave this session with activities from the Physical Best, 5th Edition text that you can use in your class right away, a deeper understanding of how to approach health-related fitness in a way that meets the needs of all students, and new resources to use when teaching health-related fitness and goal-setting in your class.
Adjunct Professor, SHAPE America and Adjunct Professor, Maryville University
Terri Laughlin is a Nationally Board Certified Teacher with a Master’s in Secondary Education and a Master’s in Secondary Administration. Recently retired from Parkway Central High School, Terri now works for SHAPE America as a Standards Trainer and for Maryville University as an Adjunct Profe... Read More →
Saturday November 14, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST Granada A
In this SHAPE America-endorsed session, meet with a SHAPE America National Adapted PE trainer as they share actionable items that you can use to incorporate best practices in APE in your gymnasium. You will leave this session with ideas you can use in your class right away, a deeper understanding of best practices in APE, and new resources to use when implementing the PE Standards in your general PE or APE classes. This session will be applicable to APE teachers, PE teachers, and to multiple models and settings for adapted PE instruction.
Adjunct Professor, SHAPE America and Adjunct Professor, Maryville University
Terri Laughlin is a Nationally Board Certified Teacher with a Master’s in Secondary Education and a Master’s in Secondary Administration. Recently retired from Parkway Central High School, Terri now works for SHAPE America as a Standards Trainer and for Maryville University as an Adjunct Profe... Read More →
Saturday November 14, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST Granada A
