SHAPE Colorado 2024 State Convention: Full Schedule

Hello SHAPE Colorado Members,

On behalf of SHAPE Colorado, I would like to welcome you to our 2024 Convention. We are excited to offer our Pre-Convention Workshops on Sunday, October 6, and daily Conventions session on Monday and Tuesday, October 7 & 8. The SHAPE Colorado Board has worked hard to create a convention line-up that is sure to educate, engage and excite you so you can better serve our profession and students.

Be sure to stop by and visit the exhibitors; don’t forget to place your bids on the various silent auction items, and fist bump a SHAPE Colorado Board member while you’re at it for all of their hard work. We also hope you will join us for the Awards Ceremony on Monday, October 7, as we recognize several HPE champions. To Register for the 2024 SHAPE Colorado Convention (cvent.com).

Looking forward to seeing you!

Becky Wylie
SHAPE Colorado President

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7:00am MDT

Wake Up Physical Activity Session - Bungee Bootcamp

Tuesday October 8, 2024 7:00am - 7:45am MDT

Aurora I

Good morning! Rise and shine to kickstart your day with some movement. Join your fellow SHAPECO members for a fun and interactive session filled with different physical activities led by our amazing team. Let's get moving and have a great time together!

Speakers

Paul Serafini

Tuesday October 8, 2024 7:00am - 7:45am MDT
Aurora I

All Attendees

7:30am MDT

Visit Exhibitors

Tuesday October 8, 2024 7:30am - 8:00am MDT

Exhibitors Area

It's the perfect opportunity to explore all the wonderful exhibits and meet some fantastic new people! Get ready to make meaningful connections with fellow attendees.

Tuesday October 8, 2024 7:30am - 8:00am MDT
Exhibitors Area

All Attendees

8:00am MDT

BRAINball: Closing the Math and Literacy Gap with Movement (K-5)

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT

Conference Room II

Learn how BRAINball® connects movement with cross-curricular learning through active play. Without compromising physical activity time, BRAINball® is shown to improve students growth scores in literacy and math. Find out how to get students to think on their feet and work as a team to solve physical and cognitive challenges.

Session Objectives:
1. Demonstrate how to instruct a BRAINball lesson with cross curricular content and explain how to set-up a Brainball lesson.

2. Select from a menu of BRAINBall activities for physical education instruction.

3. Support literacy and math through physical activity

Speakers

Ron Malm

School Health

Director of Education and Curriculum at School Health. Started Focused Fitness in 2001 and co-wrote the Five for Life Program and co-developed WELNET Software. Provided presentations on Early Learning, After School, and K-12 PE and Health since 1998. Goal is to provide students with... Read More →

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Conference Room II

Elementary Physical Education

8:00am MDT

CATCH Healthy Smiles: Activity-Based Oral Health Lessons;

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT

Aurora III

Tooth decay is the most prominent chronic health condition among young children in the U.S., impacting 50% of children. Children who have poor oral health often miss more school and receive lower grades than children who don't.This session will introduce physical education teachers to fun, active, easy to implement lessons to reinforce oral health knowledge, skills, and healthy dental habits for Pre-K - 2nd grade students. All program materials presented are available for free.

Session Objectives:

Objective 1: Describe how students’ lives are positively impacted by gaining the knowledge and skills needed to create positive oral health habits for life.

Objective 2: Apply strategies to reinforce oral health messaging in physical education.

Objective 3: Recommend and advocate for the inclusion of oral health education as a part of Health and Physical Education

Speakers

Desiree Prater

Community Consultant, CATCH Global Foundation

Desiree Prater is a Community Consultant for the CATCH Global Foundation. Desiree works to maintain our partnerships with the programs and communities that use CATCH.Desiree currently resides in southern Indiana with her husband, Jeff and two children, Jameson and Jocelyn. She enjoys... Read More →

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Aurora III

Elementary Physical Education

8:00am MDT

Games Games Games

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT

Aurora IV

In this interactive session, learn to integrate Math and Literacy into PE using TAGG-ED® balls with letters and symbols, enhancing "Whole Child Education." Discover how TAGG-ED® tools like Bowling Mats and Ball Holders promote active learning, engagement, fun, and social-emotional development through active play.

Session Objectives:

Share New Games with teachers that are inclusive, engaging, and promote SEL
Show Teachers how they can include math and literacy through active play
Show Teachers how they can increase engagement and meet standards while having fun.

Speakers

Tim Taggart

Owner, TAGG TIME

TAGG TIME offers customized solutions to meet your needs. Whether district-wide training or specialized topic sessions, we create a personalized professional development plan aligning with SHAPE AMERICA and State standards. Invest in your professional growth with TAGG TIME to unlock... Read More →

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Aurora IV

Elementary Physical Education

8:00am MDT

Connecting Health and Physical Activity for Elementary Wellness;

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT

Conference Room I

Prepare for an engaging experience with interactive activities! Integrate movement easily into health lessons while utilizing technology. Whether you're in a classroom, in the gym, or outdoors, teach health concepts from a kinesthetic approach.

Session Objectives:

1. Incorporate health education kinesthetically into any setting;
2. Explore movement based activities for health concepts;
3. Utilize technology as a tool for teaching health education.

Speakers

Ashley Cates

Health and Physical Education Training Specialist, QuaverEd

Kera Williams is a Health and Physical Education Training Specialist at QuaverEd. Kera holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Stephen F. Austin State University. Prior to joining the QuaverEd team, Kera spent 24 years as a Physical Educator in Texas.

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Conference Room I

Health Education

8:00am MDT

Four simple tools to help both teachers and students achieve better mental health

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT

Conference Room VII

The four “tools” are Unconditional Self-Acceptance, developing an internal locus of control, recognizing irrational thinking in yourself and others, and challenging and correcting irrational thinking. Learn how to use these “tools” to improve your own mental health and to teach students to use them to improve their mental health.

Session Objectives:
1)At the end of this session participants will be able to teach and encourage students to have Unconditional Self-Acceptance
2)At the end of this session participants will be able to teach students how to have an internal locus of control
3)At the end of this session participants will be able to teach students how to recognize and correct common types of irrational thinking

Speakers

Ray Mathis

Mental Health Educator (retired health teacher), Chicago Institute for Rational Emotional Behavioral Therapy

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Conference Room VII

Health Education

8:00am MDT

Call.Push.Shock.™ Training Session

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT

Conference Room VI

In this workshop, participants will learn the key elements of the Starting Hearts' Call.Push.Shock.™ protocol to provide early care to sudden cardiac arrest victims. The course will include lecture and hands-on skills training. Emphasis on leadership, team building, and delegation of roles will enhance participants' capability and confidence.

Session Objectives:

Understanding today's best practices in addressing a cardiac arrest event
Building skills, capability, and confidence to last a lifetime
Enhancing leadership roles to achieve more positive outcomes

Speakers

Alan Himelfarb

Janet Newman PhD

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Conference Room VI

Secondary Physical Education

8:00am MDT

Cricket? Its not Just a Phone Company!

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT

Aurora I

Come learn about how to introduce this global sport to your students in a meaningful, student centered, TGFU type approach. Students need to use 21st century skills all while having fun and learning a new lifelong global activity.

Session Objectives:

Meaningful PE concepts while learning how to introduce cricket
Understand TGFU and how teachers can allow students to practice 21st century skills
Student friendly activities to introduce cricket to classes

Speakers

Murray Wallace

Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Aurora I

Secondary Physical Education

Audience Secondary Physical Education

9:00am MDT

Bridging Ability and Activity with Assistive Technology in Adapted Physical Education

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

Conference Room VI

"Bridging Ability and Activity through Assistive Technology in Adapted PE" will explore how assistive technology empowers students with disabilities to participate in physical activities. By implementing various strategies, inclusive, engaging, and confidence-boosting PE experiences will be ensured for all students.

Session Objectives:

1. Understand the Role of Assistive Technology: Participants will learn how assistive technology can bridge the gap between ability and activity, enabling students with disabilities to actively participate in physical education.

2. Identify Practical Strategies for Adaptation: Participants will explore various practical strategies for adapting physical education activities using assistive technology to create inclusive and engaging experiences.

3. Enhance Student Confidence and Inclusion: Participants will understand how the use of assistive technology in PE can boost the confidence, inclusion, and overall engagement of students with disabilities.

Speakers

Matthew Barker

Adapted P.E. Teacher, Fairfax County PS/ EnrichEd LLC

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Conference Room VI

Adapted

9:00am MDT

Early Childhood Physical Education and Activity Promotion

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

Conference Room VII

An overview of guidelines, recommendations, and benefits for young children will be presented to equip those attending with the knowledge and skills to effectivity promote physical activity and wellness. A variety of PE activities and strategies to integrate movement in the general classroom will be shared and demonstrated.

Session Objectives:

1) Become familiar with the new SHAPE standards and the inclusion of PreK standards.
2) Discover age-appropriate activities to use in preschool physical education classes.
3) Learn strategies for integrating physical activity into early childhood classrooms to share with classroom teachers.

Speakers

Julie Bell

PhD Student and Former Early Childhood PE Teacher, University of Northern Colorado

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Conference Room VII

Elementary Physical Education

9:00am MDT

Report from Japan! Inclusive Physical Play in Early Childhood Education through Game-Based Approaches in Japan

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

Conference Room I

This presentation introduce how Japanese physical education teachers enhance inclusivity in their physical education/physical activity lessons with young elementary school students (Pre, K, and 1-2 graders) using Game-Based Approaches (GBAs) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). We aim to deepen physical educators' understanding of these concepts to improve physical play instruction from an equitable perspective. This presentation also introduces a special ball produced in Japan called "moffn" which is a soft ball made from recycled medical material and has been proved to be effective to teach various motor skills for all students with various skill levels. By experiencing hands-on activities with moffn, participants learn to create more inclusive and enjoyable physical play environments for all students contributing to the advancement of inclusive early physical education practices.

Session Objectives:

1. Understand how to enhance inclusivity in physical education classes for lower grades (preschool, kindergarten, and 1st-2nd graders) using Game-Based Approaches (GBAs) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).

2. Learn about the characteristics of "moffn," a special ball made in Japan, and its effectiveness in teaching motor skills to students with various skill levels.

3. Acquire methods to create more inclusive and enjoyable physical education environments for all students through hands-on activities, contributing to the advancement of inclusive early physical education practices.

Speakers

Tsuyoshi Matsumoto

Professor, University of Tsukuba

Kanae Haneishi

Takuro Yamazaki

Graduate Student, University of Tsukuba

Maho Fuchikami

Akemi Miyasato

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Conference Room I

Elementary Physical Education

9:00am MDT

Creative Uses of Equipment on a Budget;

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

Conference Room II

From implementing a warm-up to creating a teaching session framework to programming a fitness unit, this presentation will provide a common-sense approach to implement long-term athletic development (LTAD) principles into classes beginning with the youth age groups and building outward to older student populations.

Session Objectives:

1) Attendees will learn about long-term athletic development (LTAD) models as they relate to K-12 physical education, including the tenets of physical activity, physical fitness, physical education itself, and physical literacy.
2) Attendees will learn about LTAD developmental stages to best incorporate fundamental movement skills, foundational skills, and motor skill competencies.
3) Attendees will learn how to implement LTAD into a usable framework e.g., a dynamic warm-up for elementary students, designing a middle school fitness class, and physical education for high school students and beyond.

Speakers

Christopher J. Hecht

K-12 Physical Education Teacher, Kiowa School District C-2

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Conference Room II

K-12 Physical Education

9:00am MDT

Do You Have What it Takes?

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

Aurora III

This is a combination session of lecture and activity that will address quality physical education. It will dive into the four essential components of physical education and why they are important. The session will also help teachers evaluate elements of their own programs with movement activities.

Session Objectives:

1.Participants will gain a better understanding of the 4 essential components of physical education and why they are important.
2. Participants will analyze and reflect on elements of their own PE programs.
3. Participants will engage in activities to help them determine target areas and strategies for improving their PE programs.

Speakers

Leanna Lawson

PE Teacher/Doctorate Student, UNCO

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Aurora III

K-12 Physical Education

9:00am MDT

DotBall360: The Team Paddle Sport

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

Aurora I

Taking paddles to a team sport. Think volleyball: Bump, Set, Spike but with paddles. Instead of hitting the ball over a net you hit it "Down On Table" switching possessions. Play 2v2 or 3v3. Teams work together offensively and defensively covering 360 degrees around the table. Elements of Spikeball and Pickleball but easier and more dynamic. Games can be played virtually anywhere with easy setup, breakdown, and protected easy storage.
FUN for all age groups and skill levels while covering a number of objective and standards all outline in our full curriculum.

Session Objectives:

Teamwork
Paddle Skills
FUN for everyone!

Speakers

Jeff Rusediti

Dot Ball 360

Garet Stash

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Aurora I

K-12 Physical Education

Audience Elementary Physical Education, Secondary Physical Education

9:00am MDT

Fitness Testing: Is it Even Useful Anymore?

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

Conference Room V

While fitness testing is considered to be a routine part of PE programs, the test administration, protocols and results are often considered to suspect. Is fitness testing relevant anymore?

Session Objectives:

Physical Education
Health
Technology

Speakers

Dale Brown

Professor, Illinois State University

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Conference Room V

K-12 Physical Education

9:00am MDT

How to Incorporate Ultimate Frisbee into High School Physical Education

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

Aurora IV

Discover innovative strategies for integrating Ultimate Frisbee into high school physical education. Learn engaging drills, games, rules, equipment, and teaching techniques that promote teamwork, fitness, and sportsmanship. This session empowers educators to enhance their PE curriculum with an inclusive environment that fosters students’ lifelong skills and healthy competition.

Session Description:

1. Participants will be able to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the rules, gameplay dynamics, and strategic elements of Ultimate Frisbee, enabling them to confidently teach the sport in high school PE classes.
2. Participants will be able to acquire knowledge of various types of Ultimate Frisbee games, including traditional gameplay, mini-games, and modified versions suitable for different skill levels and class sizes.
3. Participants will be able to acquire practical strategies for modifying equipment and adapting game rules to accommodate students with diverse learning needs and abilities, ensuring inclusivity and participation in PE classes.

Speakers

Brian Dauenhauer

Professor, University of Northern Colorado

TBE

Guancheng Lui

PhD candidate, University of Northern Colorado

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Aurora IV

Secondary Physical Education

9:50am MDT

Break & Visit Exhibitors

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:50am - 10:20am MDT

Exhibitors Area

It's the perfect opportunity to explore all the wonderful exhibits and meet some fantastic new people! Get ready to make meaningful connections with fellow attendees.

Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:50am - 10:20am MDT
Exhibitors Area

All Attendees

10:20am MDT

GagaXP-Not just for GagaBall!

Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT

Conference Room I

Learn how the many functions of GagaXP can help shape your classroom to fit your needs. The durability and adaptiblity of GagaXP will increase student engagement and help you obtain your learning objectives. Plus theres always Gaga Ball! Come see how GagaXP can change your classroom.

Speakers

Philip Mauro

Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT
Conference Room I

Elementary Physical Education

10:20am MDT

Traverse Climbing Wall Activities & Tips

Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT

Conference Room V

Looking for ideas and activities for a traverse climbing wall? Attendees will discover a variety of dynamic climbing wall activities that develop physical, social-emotional and cognitive skills at beginner, intermediate and advanced climbing levels. This comprehensive presentation also reviews best practices and safety/risk management protocols and provides valuable teaching tips.

Session Objectives:

1. Learn climbing wall best practices including basic climbing techniques, safety and risk management protocols.
2. See how to facilitate a variety of climbing wall activities that help develop physical, social-emotional and cognitive skills.
3. Acquire a library of rock-climbing activities differentiated for varied ability levels (beginner, intermediate and advanced).

Speakers

Mike Smith

Conference Representative, Everlast Climbing

Mike Smith has 27 years of teaching and related experience in the education market. He has presented 200+ workshops on topics including assessment, highly effective teaching, curriculum, social emotional learning, technology in physical education, kinesthetic learning, Traverse Wall®... Read More →

Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT
Conference Room V

Elementary Physical Education

10:20am MDT

Classroom Jam: Energize and Engage!

Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT

Conference Room VI

Students spend a significant amount of school hours engaged in sedentary behaviors. This session will provide participants with examples to meaningfully integrate movement & academic content. Participants will be taught strategies to effectively manage movement in the classroom & share them with their school staff. Participants will experience movement-based classroom lessons!

Session Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to identify various strategies to support classroom teachers with effectively managing movement in the classroom.
2. Participants will walk away with activities to meaningfully integrate movement in academic content in the classrooms.
3. Participants will gain insight pertaining to schools’ unique position to help children attain the nationally recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity.

Speakers

Veronica Becerra

Graduate Assistant/PhD Candidate, University of Northern Colorado

Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT
Conference Room VI

K-12 Physical Education

10:20am MDT

Empowering Physical Education: Game-Based Approach (GBA)

Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT

Conference Room II

Discover the transformative power of GBA, a renowned pedagogical method, in this session. Learn how to leverage games to motivate students and foster inclusivity in physical education classes. Through practical strategies and interactive discussions, educators will gain insights to create dynamic and engaging learning environments.

Session Objectives:

1) Understand the principles of Game-Based Approach (GBA) and its application in physical education settings.
2) Explore strategies to implement GBA techniques effectively to motivate students and promote inclusivity in diverse learning environments.
3) Gain practical insights and resources to design and adapt game-based activities that cater to various skill levels and learning styles in physical education classes.

Speakers

Camden Kilbride

University PETE Student, Western Colorado University