Maine Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance MAHPERD Executive Board President Elaine Michaud [email protected] President Elect Sarah Thurston [email protected] Immediate Past President Kathy Sutton [email protected] Recording Secretary Kristen Espling [email protected] Treasurer Deanna Petrie [email protected] V.P. Health Eliza Adams [email protected] V.P. Elect Health Maria Newcomb [email protected] You are invited to the 69th Annual MAHPERD Conference November 2-4, 2014 Theme: #getMAINEhealthy The Maine Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance invites you to attend the 69th Annual MAHPERD Conference held at the Samoset Resort on November 2, 3 & 4. Come and enjoy the wide array of sessions and exhibits. As you attend the sessions, we hope you will be inspired to take away something to share with your students, colleagues, parents and friends. Enjoy the time to network with other professionals, visit with the exhibitors and attend the awards banquet. Don’t forget to attend the opening general session and business meeting and be inspired by our n a t i o n a l keynote speakers. Contact hours will be available for all conference participants as well as 1 CEU from the University of Maine for those attending the entire MAHPERD Conference! Registration for the 2014 conference will open September 9. Cash, checks or credit cards will be accepted; purchase orders will not be accepted. Register before October 25th to receive the reduced early conference registration fee. New This Year: Pre-conference Session: Jump Rope for Hearts/Hoops for Heart Workshop: Conducting an Effective and Fun Event. This session will be tailored to new event coordinators and event coordinators who haven’t participated in these important and worthwhile events in the past 2-3 years. The workshop will highlight all the new awards and strategies for conducting fun and successful events. What a great opportunity to provide physical activity for students while raising funds for a great cause. Events can be applied as a service learning experience. Come hear from successful event coordinators and American Heart Association professionals. Lunch will be provided. Two additional contact hours will be given. KEYNOTE SPEAKER - Miles of Experience with Lynn Jennings Monday, November 3rd V.P. Physical Education Nick Lyons [email protected] V.P. Elect Physical Education Matt Petrie [email protected] V.P. Recreation Tim Baude [email protected] V.P. Elect Recreation Chelsea Vickerson chelsea.vickerson@ bangormaine.gov www.maineahperd.org Lynn Jennings 11:00 to 12:30 pm One of the most accomplished women's long distance runners in U.S. history, Jennings was a dominant force in cross country, both in the U.S. and internationally. Jennings has won more U.S. women's cross-country titles than anyone in history with nine crowns over a 12-year span from 1985 to 1996. Lynn Jennings started running in the 9th grade in Harvard, MA by joining the boy’s cross-country team. Her running career took her all over the world until she retired when she was 40. Lynn will share what it was like being a world-class runner and how she handled the ups and downs of being a professional athlete. Lynn will also talk about how her coaches guided and directed her during the course of her career. Her story is sure to inspire everyone. Conference Newsletter 2014 Page 1 MAHPERD Executive Board V.P. Dance Cindy Connelley [email protected] Adapted Physical Education Jayne Chase [email protected] Andrea Lee [email protected] Rep. for Health Kristen Provencher [email protected] Liz Hemdal [email protected] Rep. for Physical Education Kristin Tyler [email protected] Joey Luchini [email protected] Student Rep. Laura Farr [email protected] MDOE Liaisons Susan Berry [email protected] Jean Zimmerman [email protected] Joe Boucher joe.boucher.maine.gov EBlast Editor/Exhibits Coordinator Andy Gray [email protected] To Register for the 2014 MAHPERD Conference ON-LINE REGISTRATION ONLY You can register for the 2014 MAHPERD starting on September 9. Registration will be done electronically; cash, checks or credit cards will be accepted - no purchase orders. Register before October 25th to take advantage of the reduced early conference registration fee. To register, go to: www.maineahperd.org 1. Choose the Conferences tab 2. Click on MAHPERD Conference 3. Click on Registration To Reserve a Room at the Samoset Resort Samoset Resort reservations will be accepted from September 9th to October 25th. To reserve a room at the reduced conference rate, go to: www.samosetresort.com 1. Click on “Check Availability” (found on the right hand side, below the 800#) 2. Type in Arrival & Departure Dates 3. Under “Special Codes” choose Group/Block Code from the dropdown box 4. Type MAHPERD112014 (where it indicates Enter Code) (You must put in the code or a message will state there are no available rooms.) 5. Click on the “Check Availability” button (All rooms should appear - click on All Rates (if no rooms or rates appear.) 6. Select Room - scroll down to select the room you want 7. Click on "Select Room at this Rate" 8. Enter guest and billing information Lodging reservation can also be made by calling the Samoset Resort directly at 800-341-1650. If you are rooming with another person(s), please give the name(s) at this time. You are not able to list roommates when using the electronic reservation feature. All meals served at the Samoset Resort remain at the same price as last year and include beverages, dessert, taxes and gratuities. JRFH/Hoops Coordinator Gary Spinney [email protected] Need Financial Help to Attend the Conference? MAHPERD Archivist Paula Hodgdon [email protected] The MAHPERD Professional Development Grant Program will provide financial support of $100 for qualified individuals to attend the MAHPERD Conference. Grant applications are simple and must be postmarked by 10/3/14. For more information on the grants go to: Executive Director Kathy Wilbur [email protected] Conference Planner Joanne DeCampos [email protected] www.maineahperd.org www.maineahperd.org. Make a Difference Award Honor a colleague, outstanding professional or a family member who has had a positive influence in your life or career. These individuals will be recognized at the MAHPERD Conference. For more information on the award go to: www.maineahperd.org. Conference Newsletter 2014 Page 2 Maine Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance 69th Annual Conference November 2-4, 2014 Samoset Resort, Rockport, Maine #getMAINEhealthy Registration Sunday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Monday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm Tuesday 7:30 am – 10:00 am Exhibits Sunday 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm Monday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm Sunday, November 2, 2014 11:00 – 12:30 pm Run Strong, Live Long 5K Run & Fun Walk (registration begins at 10:00 am) 11:00 – 1:00 pm Jump Rope for Hearts/Hoops for Heart Workshop: Conducting an Effective and Fun Event (Pre-registration required - includes a free lunch) 2:00 – 3:30 pm Session 1 3:45 – 5:15 pm Session 2 6:00 – 7:00 pm DINNER 7:00 – 9:30 pm Samoset Pool & Fitness Room Open Monday, November 3, 2014 5:30 – 7:30 am Samoset Health Club and Pool Open for Lap Swimming (no charge for hotel guests) 6:30 – 7:30 am Walk to the Lighthouse with Eliza Adams 7:00 – 8:15 am BREAKFAST 8:15 – 9:15 am Session 3 9:30 – 10:30 am Session 4 10:30 – 10:55 am VISIT WITH THE EXHIBITORS 11:00 – 12:30 pm GENERAL SESSION & KEYNOTE PRESENTATION (Rockport/Camden) 12:30 – 1:15 pm LUNCH (State of Maine Hall) 1:15 – 1:40 pm BUSINESS MEETING and EXHIBITORS DRAWING (State of Maine Hall) 1:50 – 2:50 pm Session 5 3:00 – 4:00 pm Session 6 4:15 – 5:15 pm Session 7 5:45 – 6:45 pm SOCIALS & SILENT AUCTION 6:45 – 7:45 pm AWARDS BANQUET 7:45 – 8:45 pm AWARDS PRESENTATIONS 9:00 – 12:00 am Dance with DJ Tuesday, November 4, 2014 5:30 – 7:30 am Samoset Health Club Open (no charge for hotel guests) 7:00 – 8:15 am BREAKFAST 8:20 – 9:20 am Session 8 9:30 – 10:30 am Session 9 10:45 – 12:00 pm Session 10 www.maineahperd.org Business Meeting Speaker Dolly Lambdin, President, SHAPE America Conference Newsletter 2014 Page 3 2014 Tentative Conference Sessions at a Glance Sunday, November 2, 2014 11:00 - 1:00 pm Jump Rope for Hearts/Hoops for Heart: Conducting an Effective and Fun Event – Gary Urey, Mary Blake & Nick Lyons (Pre-registration required - a free lunch will be provided) 2:00 - 3:30 pm Adapted Physical Education Scale 2 (APEAS-2) Learn Hands-Only CPR and the New CPR Guidelines Tools for Health Ed Curriculum Analysis, Development and Revision – Part 1 Fastest Games on Earth - Irish Sports Embracing Our Strength: Experiential Self-defense Program Q & A for Future Teachers & New Professionals Field Hockey FUNdamentals for Elementary & Jr. High PE Programs It's Madison Time! Experience this Dance Fad from the 1960s Stephen Butterfield Mary Blake Susan Berry Kieran Cox & James Tierney Kathleen Brophy Julie & Matt Petrie Dodi Saucier Katie Tranzillo 3:45 - 5:15 pm Latest Update on Nutrition for Youth Tools for Health Ed Curriculum Analysis, Development and Revisions–Part 2 Elementary and Middle School PE Activities that Cover the Standards Advocacy; Marketing Your Health & Physical Education Program So Administrators Will Listen! Outdoor/Adventure Activities for People with Disabilities FLiP: Proficiency-Based High School Physical Education It’s All Swing! 6:00 - 7:00 pm Dinner & Visit Exhibits 7:00 - 9:30 pm Pool & Fitness Room Open John Bagnulo Susan Berry Dana Welch Marie Melchionda Charlie Bloedon Cheryl Lambert & Geoff Wright Katie Tranzillo SAVE MONEY! REGISTER EARLY! Looking forward to seeing you at the conference! Monday, November 3, 2014 8:15 - 9:15 am Bystander! What's Your Responsibility? (Bullying Prevention) Making Data-Driven Curriculum Decisions Water Aerobics and Toning Successful Techniques Used to Establish Behavior Management Student Leadership in Physical Education First Tee of Maine Drive Program Goal Ball: International Sport for the Blind Concussion Management Guidelines www.maineahperd.org Conference Newsletter 2014 Radek Janik Stephanie Swan & Jean Zimmerman Diane Peters Glenn Reif Tom Hines Ron Bibeau Mark Savage Nancy Dube Page 4 2014 Tentative Conference Sessions at a Glance Monday, November 3, 2014 (cont.) 9:30 - 10:30 am Update on Substance Use Among Young People Designing Proficiency-Based Health Education Curriculum Global Physical Education: Olympism 4 Humanity ACTION! Team Games with MVPA Assessment Winning Jump for Heart Programs CDC Guidelines for School Health The Brockport Physical Fitness Test Zumba® Skis, Bikes, and More: Incorporating Outdoor Lifelong Activities in PE and Recreation Programs 10:30 - 10:55 am Visit Exhibits 11:00 - 12:30 pm General Session & Keynote Presentation 12:30 - 1:15 pm Lunch 1:15 - 1:40 pm Business Meeting/Exhibitors Drawing Lee Ann Dodge Susan Berry & Kim Bartholomew Constantine Psimopoulos Jesse Stapp Gary Spinney, Gary Urey, Nick Lyons, Mary Blake S Stephanie Swan Becky Belmore Nancy Curtis Lauren Jacobs 1:50 - 2:50 pm Proficiency-Based Education in the Health Education Classroom Websites and Apps for Health Education Cooperative Fitness Challenge Disc Golf: Strategies for Starting Your Own Program Brain Basics - Exploring the Chemistry of Stress & Threat Punt, Pass & Kick! A Fun, Easy & Free Event for Youth Ages 6-15 Games & Fitness Activities to Fiddling Music Shape America - Building a Cause Organization Casey Holmes TBD Glenn Reif Adam Boyinton Liz Giles-Brown Tim Pearson Cindy Connelley & Dudley Laufman Dolly Lambdin 3:00 - 4:00 pm Health Education Resources and Programs Round Tables Katie Hoffmann, Michelle Ross & Eliza Adams Technology - Going Paperless in the Health Education Classroom Ryan Rumsey ACHIEVE! Physical Education Curriculum Jesse Stapp Learning Disc Golf: Hands-On Session Adam Boyinton Designing Proficiency-Based Physical Education Curriculum Jean Zimmerman with Teachers MLB Pitch, Hit, Run Tyler Stewart Traditional Barn Dances with Calls & Fiddling Dudley & Jacqueline Laufman Dave Collins & Mia Pangburn School & Community Working Together Let's Move to Move America Forward! Making a Difference Together Constantine Psimopoulos Being Physically and Politically Active! www.maineahperd.org Conference Newsletter 2014 Page 5 2014 Tentative Conference Sessions at a Glance Monday, November 3, 2014 4:15 - 5:15 pm Health Education Curriculum Round Tables Regina Rooney, Marin Weiner, Destie Hohman-Sprague, Susan Berry Addressing Emerging Self-Injury Issues Greg Marley Bicycle Safety Ryan Rumsey Proficiency-Based Education in the Physical Education Classroom Jean Zimmerman Sport Academy Margaret Veazie An Introduction to Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs Joe Boucher & Rick Fortier Games for All...Introducing Roll Ball & Hula Ball Husson University Students Bokwa: An Energizing & Addictive Cardio Workout Susan Sinnette Scale of Intra Gross Motor Assessment (SIGMA) Stephen Butterfield, Jayne Chase & Becki Belmore 5:45 - 6:45 pm Socials & Silent Auction 6:45 - 7:45 pm Awards Banquet & Dinner 7:45 - 8:45 pm Awards Presentation 9:00 - 11:30 pm Dance with a DJ Tuesday, November 4, 2014 – Don’t miss out on these great sessions! Plan to attend the entire conference. 8:20 - 9:20 am Puberty Education for Middle School Students Health Education Networking & Sharing Tools for Grades 6-12 Principles of Aquatics Elementary PE Activities Sharing High School PE Tabletop Lesson Sharing Don't Get Picked Last – Multi-Skill Games Basic Swing Dance Lynette Johnson Eliza Adams Jeff Wren Nick Lyons & Teachers Elaine Michaud Tim Baude Paul Krakauske 9:30 - 10:30 am Literary Strategies for Health Education & Physical Education The Latest News Regarding Contraceptives and STDs Middle School PE Activities Sharing Elementary PE Tabletop Lesson Sharing PiYo Live! Experience Pilates & Yoga Combined Waltz to Contemporary Music Susan Berry & Jean Zimmerman Lynette Johnson Nick Lyons & Teachers Elaine Michaud Betsy Peasley Paul Krakauske 10:45 - 12:00 pm Empowering Youth to Practice Cyber Safety and Citizenship High School PE Activities Sharing Middle School PE Tabletop Lesson Sharing Physical Education Issues with Children with Autism Run, Jump & Throw www.maineahperd.org Angela Giordano Mike Bailey & Teachers Elaine Michaud Nancy Dube Tim Baude Conference Newsletter 2014 Page 6 Check out the sessions and share them with your principal. This is a great opportunity to learn the latest information about proficiency-based education as well as the most effective and up-to-date health education and physical education lessons/programs for your students. NEW THIS YEAR – POST CONFERENCE WORKSHOP Suicide Prevention Training of the Trainer Presented by Greg Marley, Clinical Director, NAMI-ME When: Tuesday, November 4 Where: Samoset Resort, Rockport Time: 12:30 to 4:30 pm Who should attend? Any person who has participated in the Gatekeeper Training and would like to provide a Suicide Prevention Awareness session in his or her community, school or workplace. This program is available to trained “Gatekeepers” to prepare them to facilitate a 60 or 90-minute suicide prevention awareness session for co-workers, school staff and other community members. Easy-to-use packaged materials are included. A snack will be provided and the workshop is absolutely FREE. Gatekeeper Training within the past 5 years is a pre-requisite for this program. Future Conferences Run Strong, Live Long 5K Run & Fun Walk Sunday, November 2, 2014 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A Walk/Run Celebrating Our Profession Race will start outside the Samoset Front Lobby Go to www.maineahperd.org for details & registration. Registration - 10:00 to 10:45 am 5K - 11:00 am Walk/Fun Run - 11:15 am Cost: $5 MAHPERD member $10 Public $15 Day of the Run www.maineahperd.org 2015 Eastern District Convention The Heart of Springfield: A Time for Change, Challenge, Opportunity February 5 – 7, 2015 Sheraton Springfield Monarch Hotel Springfield, MA 2015 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo March 17 – 21, 2015 Seattle, WA www.shapeamerica.org Conference Newsletter 2014 Page 7 MAHPERD 89R West St. Portland, ME 04102 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE—October 25, 2014 Register early and save $10.00 BOOK YOUR ROOMS EARLY! Samoset Resort Reservation Deadline October 25, 2014 or when rooms are filled! MAHPERD SILENT AUCTION! Do you own your own business, or know someone who does? A great way to advertise is by donating an item or two to the silent auction. Anything from sports clothes, physical education or classroom supplies, paintings to gift certificates. College gear wear is always a hit. Please email Tim Baude ([email protected]) if you can make a donation to this event.