SHAPE America

10/09/2026

Want to make a difference in the health and physical education profession? Get involved as a SHAPE America volunteer leader!

Throughout the next week, we’re hearing from members of SHAPE America’s Health Education Council about why they chose to get involved and what they’ve gained from volunteering

The Health Education Council is just one of many ways to serve. Explore our volunteer leadership opportunities and find the role that’s right for you: https://shapeamerica.org/getinvolved/

10/08/2026

In honor of Health Literacy Month, SHAPE America members have shared some of their favorite health education resources‼️ 😀

Share your favorites in the comments below and check out their choices:https://shapeamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/UPDATED_HE-Resouces_A-Few-of-Our-Favorite-Things.pdf

10/08/2026

LAST CALL: School Wellness Leadership Collective Registration Closes Soon

Don’t lead school wellness alone. Join the Collective and strengthen school wellness — together

Register Now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=XYo59SynZUS3PDFf-WwzEjsLoTSOY-NJljMPtCpOGCtUNkgxWTVaQkZLQU9WMzU1TEhYVU9YMEVCSS4u&route=shorturl

10/07/2026

Resource: Student-Friendly HE Standards Posters

This popular classroom tool for health and physical educators has been updated and redesigned to help students understand and use the new National Health Education Standards.

Access Now: https://shapeamerica.org/events/health_literacy/health_literacy_month/

10/07/2026

There’s still time to get involved and help shape the future of health and physical education.

We are seeking volunteers for Program Councils, the District Leadership Council, State Affiliate Advisory Council and the Board of Directors‼️

If you’ve been thinking about volunteering, now is the time to take the next step

Applications are due October 15: https://shapeamerica.org/getinvolved/

10/06/2026

Housing and Travel Options for 😀

In addition to our room block, we have negotiated discounted airline rates to help offset your travel costs to . Be sure to explore these offers when booking your flights.

Learn more and make plans to join us at : https://shapeamerica.org/convention/housing/

10/06/2026

Back by popular demand! From Introduction to Application: Learning Progressions in PE

This professional learning experience will help you incorporate learning progressions in lesson planning and assessment to better meet your students where they are — and guide their progress toward developmentally appropriate outcomes.

Learn more and register now: https://shapeamerica.org/prodev/lms/from-introduction-to-application-learning-progressions-in-pe/

10/05/2026

School wellness leaders: this is your final week to join the conversation‼️

The School Wellness Leadership Collective brings together school, district, and state administrators to connect with peers, share resources, and work through the challenges of leading school wellness efforts.

📅 Enrollment closes this week on October 9th!
👉 Enroll now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=XYo59SynZUS3PDFf-WwzEjsLoTSOY-NJljMPtCpOGCtUNkgxWTVaQkZLQU9WMzU1TEhYVU9YMEVCSS4u&route=shorturl

10/04/2026

New Strategies Open Access Article: More Than Just Game-Day Fuel: The Mental-Health Benefits of Proper Nutrition by Dee Kinney

"High school student athletes are under immense pressure to perform—on the field, in the classroom, and socially. While physical training is often prioritized, the mental-health effects of everyday nutrition are often overlooked. This article examines the impact of food choices on mood, focus, and emotional resilience, making the science behind the food-mood connection practical for coaches, educators, and school staff. Topics include common challenges such as under-fueling, low-carb dieting, supplement misuse, and dehydration."

Read now:

Table of contents- Wiffle Ball: Turning a Backyard Favorite into an Appropriate Physical Education Unit, Soundball: Teaching Tennis to Students with Visual Impairments...