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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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Sunday, October 6
 

8:30am MDT

High Impact Instructional Methods for K-12 Physical Education Pre Conference
Sunday October 6, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am MDT
In this session, engage in learning around instructional practices that will have a positive impact on your practice and your students' learning.

Participants will engage in sessions that focus on:
  • Creating a safe and equitable learning environment
  • How to align, create, and effectively communicate lesson objectives
  • Differentiating activities to meet the needs of students
  • Checking for understanding of students progress toward objectives
Speakers
VB

Veronica Becerra

Graduate Assistant/PhD Candidate, University of Northern Colorado
HW

Holly Wells

Denver Public Schools
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Donna Macias

Convention Manager, 2008 CO Dance Teacher of the Year, SHAPE Colorado,
Sunday October 6, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am MDT
Aurora I

12:30pm MDT

High Impact Instructional Methods for K-12 Physical Education Pre Conference
Sunday October 6, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
In this session, engage in learning around instructional practices that will have a positive impact on your practice and your students' learning.

Participants will engage in sessions that focus on:
  • Creating a safe and equitable learning environment
  • How to align, create, and effectively communicate lesson objectives
  • Differentiating activities to meet the needs of students
  • Checking for understanding of students progress toward objectives
Speakers
VB

Veronica Becerra

Graduate Assistant/PhD Candidate, University of Northern Colorado
HW

Holly Wells

Denver Public Schools
avatar for Donna Macias

Donna Macias

Convention Manager, 2008 CO Dance Teacher of the Year, SHAPE Colorado,
Sunday October 6, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Aurora I

3:45pm MDT

Dot Ball 360 Tournament
Sunday October 6, 2024 3:45pm - 5:00pm MDT
We're so happy that you'll be joining us for the exciting Dot Ball 360 tournament! Get ready for a fun and unforgettable time! Tournament winners will receive awards and physical education equipment.
Sunday October 6, 2024 3:45pm - 5:00pm MDT
Aurora I
 
Monday, October 7
 

7:00am MDT

Wake Up Physical Activity Session - Zumba®
Monday October 7, 2024 7:00am - 7:45am MDT
Good morning! Rise and shine to kickstart your day with some movement. Join your fellow SHAPECO members for a fun and interactive Zumba® session led by Shannon Milliken. Let's get moving and have a great time together!
Speakers
SM

Shannon Millken

I am a former physical education teacher and Past President of SHAPE Colorado. My passion has shifted over the years to being about using best, first instruction and best teaching practices to increase student learning, to serving, leading and advocating in the field of physical education... Read More →
Monday October 7, 2024 7:00am - 7:45am MDT
Aurora I

8:00am MDT

Omnikin: Have a BALL with Action-Packed Fun for All!
Monday October 7, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Need cooperative and community-building activities that include fitness and skill development? Omnikin has you covered! This exhilarating session will feature highlights of our lightweight and non-threatening dynamic 14”-48” balls that’ll generate excitement in your PE classroom like you’ve never seen before! Your students will have a BALL!

Session Objectives:

  • Attendees will learn dynamic cooperative games to infuse excitement and teamwork into their classrooms
  • Attendees will learn fun and effective classroom management strategies throughout the session
  • Attendees will discuss and modify activities to be more effective in their respective classrooms
Speakers
avatar for Scotty Williams

Scotty Williams

2823 Milton Road
Scott Williamse-mail: coordinationusa@omnikin.com(434) 806-59905Need cooperative and community-building activities that include fitness and skill development? Omnikin has you covered! This exhilarating session will feature highlights of our lightweight and nonthreatening dynamic 14... Read More →
Monday October 7, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Aurora I

9:00am MDT

Street Racket
Monday October 7, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
This activity session will introduce you to an exciting activity from Switzerland. Their motto "Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere". This game is a great addition to your net/wall curriculum.  https://streetracket.co/pages/about.   

Session Objectives:

  • Make connections to other racket/paddles sports. 
  • Discuss inclusion for all skill levels and physical disabilities. 
  • Expose our educators to an international activity and discuss a philosophy on exposing our students to international games/sports. 

Speakers
avatar for Kristin Gilmore

Kristin Gilmore

Physical Education Teacher, Kearney Middle School
Monday October 7, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Aurora I

10:20am MDT

ACTION! Team Games to Boost Engagement
Monday October 7, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT
Join us for an action-packed workshop featuring team games that are class oriented, teacher friendly, and align with national physical education standards. These high-energy games are sure to get students moving while also keeping them engaged. We won’t just be playing games though; you'll also learn classroom management and skill development strategies that you can take home and implement in your program. Get ready to sweat, learn and have fun!

Session Objectives:
  • Understanding and Implementing Class-Oriented Team Games
  • Enhancing Classroom Management Skills
  • Improving Skill Development Techniques 

Speakers
avatar for Lincoln Monroe

Lincoln Monroe

Territory Sales Manager, Gopher Sport
Contact:Lincoln Monroe, Territory Sales Manager, 2525 Lemond St SW, Owatonna, MN 55060Description:Gopher is proud to supply physical educators in Indiana with quality equipment to support their program goals. When you choose Gopher, you’ll always receive exceptional customer care... Read More →
Monday October 7, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am MDT
Aurora I

1:15pm MDT

Every "Body" Is Built to Move with Meaningful Physical Education
Monday October 7, 2024 1:15pm - 2:05pm MDT
Make Physical Education and movement experiences meaningful and help your students fall in love with it. Join us in learning, moving and finding your JOY! Let's get our MOVE on!

Session Objectives:

  • Learn what Meaningful Physical Education means
  • Apply Meaningful Physical Education to your lessons for tomorrow!
  • Find you JOY in sharing the love of Physical Education! 


Speakers
avatar for Jo Dixon

Jo Dixon

District Coordinator for Health and Physical Education-Poudre School District
Jo (Jonette) Dixon is currently the District Coordinator for Physical and Health Education in the Poudre School District in Fort Collins, COJo has taught Physical Education for 24 years at the middle and high school levels in Colorado and Missouri, and spent 2 years as a District... Read More →
avatar for Jen Smith

Jen Smith

Introduction to DPS Arts & Physical Education, Denver Public Schools
Monday October 7, 2024 1:15pm - 2:05pm MDT
Aurora I

2:15pm MDT

21st Century Skills and Meaningful PE through Touch Rugby
Monday October 7, 2024 2:15pm - 3:05pm MDT
The men’s and women’s Rugby World Cups are coming to the USA! Upper Elementary & Secondary PE teachers come experience the diverse, equitable and inclusive global lifetime activity of touch rugby. Learn how you can use it to create a meaningful PE experience for each of your students. This student-centered approach, builds physical literacy and is used as a vehicle for teaching the lifelong, 21 century skills & concepts students need well beyond your classroom

Session Objectives:
  • Identify elements of the meaningful PE framework as it can be applied to the lifelong sport oftouch rugby
  • Apply teaching games for understanding concepts and elements of the meaningful PE framework to other activities
  • Recognize the creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking benefits of using this instructional model and touch rugby as a diverse, equitable and inclusive global sport



Speakers
Monday October 7, 2024 2:15pm - 3:05pm MDT
Aurora I

3:35pm MDT

Tchoukball
Monday October 7, 2024 3:35pm - 4:25pm MDT
This middle school PE teacher LOVES Tchoukball. Come play and see how this educator fully involves all of her middle school students in this awesome sport. 

Session Objectives:
  • Discuss the value of exposing students to sports that are non-tradtional for Americans. 
  • Practice a full progression of skills and tactics that allow all students to feel successful. 
  • Leave the session feeling motivated to teach the game to your students. 
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Gilmore

Kristin Gilmore

Physical Education Teacher, Kearney Middle School
Monday October 7, 2024 3:35pm - 4:25pm MDT
Aurora I
 
Tuesday, October 8
 

7:00am MDT

Wake Up Physical Activity Session - Bungee Bootcamp
Tuesday October 8, 2024 7:00am - 7:45am MDT
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
Tuesday October 8, 2024 7:00am - 7:45am MDT
Aurora I

8:00am MDT

Cricket? Its not Just a Phone Company!
Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
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
Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Aurora I

9:00am MDT

DotBall360: The Team Paddle Sport
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
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
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Aurora I

10:20am MDT

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

Netball, ideal for Physical Education, combines skill development with Social Emotional Learning. Players build trust and communication, enhancing empathy and camaraderie. The sport improves eye-hand coordination, agility, and reflexes, while fostering resilience and emotional intelligence, creating a holistic educational experience.

Session Objectives:
  • Participants will gain a deeper understanding, including the core principles, methodologies, and how they can be effectively applied in educational settings to enhance teaching and learning outcomes. 
  • Educators will develop specific skills related equipment and strategies. This will include how to integrate technology effectively in the gym/outdoor, assess student engagement, or apply data-driven approaches to improve instructional practices. 
  • Participants will learn how to engage students through new equipment and games.  

Speakers
avatar for Tim Taggart

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 10:20am - 11:10am MDT
Aurora I

11:20am MDT

You.Fo
Tuesday October 8, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm MDT
Ever wonder what it would be like to combine Ultimate (frisbee) with lacrosse? You.Fo, invented in the Netherlands, is the perfect combination of those two sports. Come play and make the rings fly! 

Session Objectives:
  • Practice a progression of throwing and catching the ring with the stick. 
  • Discuss modifications that allow all students to feel success.
  • Understand value in exposing students to international sports. 
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Gilmore

Kristin Gilmore

Physical Education Teacher, Kearney Middle School
Tuesday October 8, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm MDT
Aurora I
 
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