Highlight Your P.E. Program
What is the Northeastern District Highlight School Program?
- It is an opportunity to spotlight a segment of your Physical Education and/or health program.
- It is an opportunity to recognize the importance of Physical Education and health.
- It is an opportunity to recognize individuals who play an important role in promoting physical education, health, fitness and wellness.
- It is an opportunity to share innovative programs at building and district levels, local and state, as well as build community awareness of the importance of physical education and health.
Who can become a Highlight School?
- Any elementary, middle and high school in the Northeastern District can apply for the Highlight School Program.
- The educator(s) who are highlighting the program must be a current IAHPERD member(s).
Who selects the Northeastern District Highlight School Programs?
- An applicant can send their program via DVD, VHS video, or power point to an NED review person to be reviewed.
- An NED review person may also chose to come to the school to observe the school's program.
What is the deadline to present a program to be considered as a Highlight School Program?
A program MUST be submitted by May 1st. Winners will be notified by June 1st. Award winners will be invited to the NED Fall Awards Banquet in October.
What criteria are used to determine if the program qualifies as a Highlight School Program?
A segment of the total program which demonstrates particular merit in one of more of the following categories:
- Creative new ideas, techniques or teaching styles
- Promotion of health and wellness
- Methodology
- Innovative assessment tools for student knowledge and performance
- Innovative use of equipment and facility
- A connection to student diversity and population
- Community involvement and public relations
- An overall excitement displayed for something new
- A strong desire to share your expertise
SIGN UP YOUR PROGRAM NOW!!
Request an application, direct questions or send paperwork to Highlight Program Co-Chairs:
| Krissy Smiley |
Laura Duffy |
