Unleash your inner swashbuckler in this high-octane introduction to the sport of fencing! We’ll show you how to turn simple pool noodles into tools for precision, timing, and tactical footwork. Beyond the "tag," you’ll walk away with a plug-and-play scaffolding plan, creative ways to organize your gym space, and a ready-to-use resource bank. It’s fast, it’s safe, and it’s guaranteed to be the sharpest activity next year!
Discover the excitement of 9 Square in the Air in this engaging, hands-on session! Learn how to teach the original game, explore creative variations, and discover new ways to keep students active, engaged, and having fun. Combining elements of volleyball and 4 Square, 9 Square in the Air is a fast-paced, inclusive activity that encourages teamwork, communication, and friendly competition. Throughout the session, you'll experience a variety of game progressions and adaptable activities that can be modified for different ages, abilities, and class sizes. You'll also see how the versatile 9 Square in the Air game structure can be used for much more than the traditional game, providing fresh ideas to increase participation and maximize movement in your physical education program. Whether you're new to 9 Square in the Air or looking for innovative ways to expand its use, you'll leave with practical strategies, engaging activities, and ready-to-use ideas that you can implement immediately in your classes. Come ready to play, collaborate, and have fun!
Want to present, but 30 minutes or an hour to fill seems like A LOT? Get nervous thinking about presenting your ideas, but don't even know where to start? Boy, do I have an opportunity for you!!! Come prepared with just ONE game/activity that you might be tempted to present and I've got the rest covered!! I will have activities and games to present(just in case), loads of equipment for you to borrow, all the encouragement, and a whole hour to showcase the ideas and creativity of all the amazing teachers (past, present, and future) we have in Missouri.
Looking for fresh activities that students will love and that support meaningful learning? This active session showcases engaging games and instructional strategies from the Five for Life® Program that promote fitness, skill development, and student engagement. Participants will experience standards-based activities, discover how WELNET® can streamline assessment and goal setting, and leave with practical lessons, games, and teaching tools they can implement immediately in K–12 physical education classes. Learning Objectives By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Implement standards-based instructional practices from the Five for Life® Program that develop motor skills, fitness concepts, and health-enhancing physical activity aligned with SHAPE America Physical Education Standards 1 and 3.
Utilize WELNET® assessment and reporting tools to collect, analyze, and apply student data to support goal setting, monitor progress, and enhance student learning outcomes aligned with SHAPE America Physical Education Standard 3.
Apply high-quality instructional strategies that increase student engagement, maximize moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, and foster responsible personal and social behaviors in physical education settings aligned with SHAPE America Physical Education Standards 4 and 5.
Tom Strenger, PE Specialist at School Health, brings 20+ years of experience supporting schools nationwide. He’s known for his deep knowledge, friendly approach, and commitment to putting educators first—earning recognition from several state PE and health organizations along... Read More →
Saturday November 14, 2026 9:15am - 10:15am CST Marbella A
Are your kids or you undermuscled? Muscle is a critical endocrine organ responsible for multiple neurological and health functions and the driver of our wellbeing. Come join this active learning session promoting strength gains, protein synthesis, and developing early health habits for students and you.
Learn how to adapt sports for all abilities using simple tools like tables, pitching machines, switches, leaf blowers, and more. This session will demonstrate how easy modifications can make P.E. activities more inclusive and engaging for every student.
Well... I honestly have no idea what I'm doing. This is my first time presenting at a convention. Feel free to stop by my session to see if I can string together enough ideas to help you. There's a mediocre chance you'll leave with something useful. At the very least, you'll get to... Read More →
Saturday November 14, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST Marbella A
Are you tired of teaching the same units over and over again? Bring engagement and adventure to your physical education classes with Outdoor Adventures K-12! Weather permitting, we will be outdoors exploring nature and learning about outdoor skills in the OUTDOORS! Be prepared to Survive, Navigate an Orienteering Course and have a bunch of FUN collaborating with others! All of the skills shared can be taught indoors as well.
Assistant Director of Education, Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation
The K-12 curriculum is standards based and aligned wiThe Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation wants to provide curriculum, equipment, and professional development for EVERY school!Outdoor Adventures connects kids with the great outdoors!We’d love to have you join over 2,500 other teachers... Read More →
Saturday November 14, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST Marbella A
This dynamic cross-curricular session is designed for elementary PE educators seeking practical strategies and ready-to-use activities that integrate movement with academic learning. The focus is on illustrating how meaningful connections can be strategically woven into daily instruction, bridging core subjects like ELA, Math, and Science within physical education to increase topic exposure. Participants will explore a variety of methods and tools that actively engage students’ minds and bodies at the same time.
