The 2014 program guide to the ArkAHPERD Convention. This will contain times, dates, and locations to all presentations and events for the 2014 Convention.

1. Theory
Practice
Patience

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Arkansas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
State Convention Embassy Suites
Little Rock, AR
November 6-7, 2014
This form is signed in recognition of attendance and participation at the Arkansas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance [ArkAHPERD] state convention held in Little Rock at the Embassy Suites on November 5-7, 2014.
Andy Mooneyhan
Andy Mooneyhan
ArkAHPERD Executive Director
Signature of participant
November 6, 2014
8 hours
Signature of participant
November 7, 2014
6 hours
NOTE: The awarding of professional development credit based on attendance at this
workshop is solely at the discretion of the local school district.
Focus Area: 5.02.02 Instructional Strategies
[ArkAHPERD ID 7411071400000-001]
[ADE ID 7411071400000]
Arkansas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

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Wednesday, November 5, 2014
9:00-3:30 SPARK Training Embassy
Thursday, November 6, 2014
8:00-3:00 Registration Lobby
9:00-4:00 Exhibits Open Lobby
8:30-11:30 Physical Education Workshop Ambassador
11:30-12:00 Refreshment Break Lobby
12:30-1:20 Session #1 -
1:30-2:20 Session #2 -
2:30-3:30 General Session Ambassador III-IV
3:30-4:00 Refreshment Break Lobby
3:30-4:00 Meet & Greet Consulate/Diplomat
4:10-5:00 Session #3 -
4:30-6:00 Super Stars Competition Ambassador/Envoy
6:30-7:30 All Convention Banquet Banquet
7:30-8:30 Silent Auction/B-I-N-G-O Banquet
9:30-??? Convention Dance Banquet
Friday, November 7, 2014
7:00-8:20 ArkAHPERD Board Breakfast Ambassador III
8:00-11:00 Registration Lobby
8:30-9:20 Session #4 -
9:00-Noon Exhibits Open, Refreshments Lobby
9:30-10:20 Session #5 -
10:30-11:20 Session #6 -
11:30-1:30 ArkAHPERD Awards Luncheon Ambassador
* Banquet (Banquet Room) indicates combination of Ambassador I - IV.

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2014 ArkAHPERD CONVENTION PROGRAM
WEDNESDAY, November 5
9:00 – 3:30 SPARK TRAINING Embassy
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6
8:30 – 11:30 PRECONVENTION WORKSHOP Ambassador
Physical Education Workshop
FunkyMoves, Inc
Tom Farmer
11:30 – 12:00 REFRESHMENTS Lobby
Thank you to our 2014 Convention
Platinum Exhibitors

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SESSION 1
12:30 – 1:20 Location
#1 Physical Education Division Ambassador I & II
“USTA School Tennis: Fun, Safe, Easy, No Courts Required”
Achieve your school’s health and wellness goals through
tennis! No courts are required and schools can effectively
offer tennis sized right for age and ability. Come learn how!
Presenters: Brittany Murphy and Chris Stuart, Arkansas Tennis
Association
Presider: Kyndra Meeker, University of Arkansas
#2 Physical Education Division Ambassador V, VI & VII
Tchoukball is presented as an alternative to traditional
team sports. Basic skills will be introduced as well as rules
and team strategies during game play.
Presenters: Rockie Pederson and Pete Kelly, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Andrew Burger, Arkansas Tech University
#3 Future Professionals Section Diplomat
“Study Abroad Opportunities for Students”: Opportunities
exist for HPER students to study in other countries. This
presentation will look at the process involved. Time com-mitment,
cost, availability, and other factors will be discussed. The two
presenters are part of a study abroad program in Ireland through the
University of Arkansas.
Presenters: Jack Kern and Paul Calleja, University of Arkansas
Presider: Margaret Perry, McNair Middle School
Silent Auction
This year’s silent auction will begin Thursday evening at 6:30 in the
Banquet room. Come Early to see the GREAT items!!!

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#4 Athletic Training Division Consulate I
“Leadership Qualities Among Athletic Trainers and the
Perception That These Qualities Influence Being Hired
for a Job”-Leadership qualities can be learned and research
suggests that possessing these qualities may be the one factor that
becomes the determinant for being hired as an assistant athletic trainer
at an NCAA institution.
Presenters: Katherine Gonzalez, Arkansas State University
Presider: Michael Shedd, Arkansas State University
#5 Jump/Hoops for Heart Division Consulate II
“Jump Rope/Hoops for Heart Online and Kickoff Assembly”
This session will include an online demonstration for Jump
Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart coordinators. Online
fundraising is a huge part of Jump/Hoops and coordinators can learn the
best tips and tricks and see a demonstration on how to do a kick off.
Presenters: Kendall Ratcliff, American Heart Association
Presider: Kristen Smith, Arkansas Tech University
#6 Physical Education Division Envoy
“Bullying in Education” – How has bullying changed and what
is it now? This session will present the latest on what is
happening in education.
Presenter: Andy Mooneyhan, Arkansas State University
Presider: Jessica Sellers, Arkansas State University
An ArkAHPERD Thanks to our 2014 Exhibitors
 American Heart Association
 Dillard’s of Jonesboro
 USA Volleyball Delta Region
 Speed Stacks
 Arkansas Tech University
 Arkansas Governor’s
Council on Fitness
 Midwest Dairy
 Y-Ties
 GoNoodle

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SESSION 2
1:30 – 2:20 Location
#7 Physical Education Division Ambassador I
“Energize the Brain and Body with Speed Stacks: Maximize
Fitness Fun for Everyone!”– Review the basic 3-3-3 and 3-6-3
stacking skills. Experience a variety of brain energizing and
body movement activities using Speed Stacks. Super-size movement fun
with Jumbos and receive FREE sport stacking instructional materials.
Presenter: Lindsay Robinson Beaton, DeWitt Public Schools
Presider: Camren Sprowl, University of Arkansas
#8 Physical Education Division Ambassador II
“Collaboration: The Classroom and PE Teachers Tackle Skills
Together” - This presentation will show how collaboration
between the PE teacher and classroom teachers enhance
learning in the core subjects. It will include demonstrations and
examples attendees can take to their own districts.
Presenters: Cindy Carpenter and Sue Dunn, Hampton Elementary School
Presider: Alex Foster, Sonora Middle School
#9 Dance Division Ambassador V, VI, & VII
“Get Up and Dance!” - Dances to get the class up and dancing,
Like the Funky Cowboy, Old School Cupid Shuffle, and more!
Presenters: Crystal Fluker, Jonesboro Public Schools
Presider: Ty Huggins, Arkansas State University
#10 Athletics & Sports Division Diplomat
“Sport and Sport Nutrition Trivia” - Trivia from a variety
of sports and sport nutrition sources. Fun for all!.
Presenters: Dean Gorman, Jack Kern, Sharon Hunt and Paul Calleja,
University of Arkansas
Presider: Camren Sprowl, University of Arkansas

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#11 Physical Education/Athletics & Sports Division Envoy
“Proper Sprinting Technique and Training”- Correct sprinting
form will be demonstrated. There will also be information
presented on how to run a proper sprint race as well as the
phases of the race. A demonstration on how to improve speed in
athletes/PE classes by using resistance training, overspeed training, and
plyometrics will be included.
Presenter: Michael Humphrey, Arkansas State University
Presider: Brandi Varner, Arkansas State University
#12 Athletic Training Division Consulate I
“Future of Athletic Training Education”–This session will
provide the participants with developing trends in athletic
training education and how the education of students is
projected to change in the near future.
Presenter: Dennis Perkey, Arkansas State University
Presider: Heaven Howard, Arkansas State University
#13 Health Division Consulate II
“Fitness in Your Community and Schools”–KidsRun Arkansas is
a 5k and 1k walk/run program that was implemented by Conway
Regional Health Center in the Faulkner County schools. Learn
how Conway Regional coat-tailed that program into other community
fitness events and physical education programing.
Presenter: Rance Bryant, Conway Regional Health Center
Presider: Rachel Dodson, Conway Regional Health Center
2:30 – 3:30 Ambassador III & IV
ALL CONVENTION
GENERAL SESSION
Welcome from the President: Brett Stone
From the Executive Director: Andy Mooneyhan
Midwest Dairy – Blair Dean

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3:30 – 4:00 See below
Meet & Greet
Elementary Physical Education [Cathryn Gaines]- Consulate II
Higher Education Department Chairs [Lynn Stanley]- Envoy
Middle School/Secondary Physical Education [Kelly Spencer]-Diplomat
3:30 - 4:00 VISIT THE EXHIBITS/REFRESHMENTS Lobby
SESSION 3
4:10 – 5:00 Location
#14 Dance Division Ambassador I & II
“Dance Fitness” - Have fun and get fit by utilizing popular
songs to work out and dance. This will be a great workout
so come prepared to move.
Presenters: Shellie Hanna, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Angie Smith-Nix, University of Arkansas
#15 Physical Education Division Diplomat
“Fantastic Family Fitness Night Ideas” - Ideas for how to
implement family fitness nights in your school. Presenters
will share how to implement them anywhere from two times
a month to two times a year.
Presenters: Lindsay Robinson Beaton, DeWitt Public Schools, and Shayne
Manning, Dardanelle Public Schools
Presider: Cathryn Gaines, Russellville Public Schools
#16 Health Division Consulate I
“Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs: A Guide
for Schools” – This session will introduce the guide develop-ed
in collaboration with SHAPE America and experts in the
field of school-based physical activity.
Presenter: Audra Walters, Arkansas Department of Education
Presider: Brett Stone, University of the Ozarks

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#17 Physical Education Division Consulate II
“Technology in the PE Classroom” – Bring your Laptop, I-pad or device. Presentation will provide tips and practical uses of technology in the PE classroom.
Presenter: Andy Mooneyhan, Arkansas State University
Presider: Allen Mooneyhan, Arkansas State University, Newport
4:30-6:30 Ambassador V, VI, VII & Envoy
Future Professionals Super Stars Competition
6:30-11:00 ALL CONVENTION BANQUET Ambassador
Evening of Entertainment
Join us for an evening of FUN!!!
Banquet and Silent Auction 6:30-7:30
Speaker: Rick Elumbaugh
B-I-N-G-O 7:30-8:30
All Convention Dance 9:30-???
Silent Auction
This year’s silent auction will begin Thursday evening at 6:30 in the Banquet room. Come Early to see the GREAT items!!!
2015 ArkAHPERD Convention Eureka Springs, AR!!! November 5-6, 2015 Best Western Inn of the Ozarks

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
7:00 – 8:20 ArkAHPERD Board BREAKFAST Ambassador III
All current and newly elected board members are to attend
SESSION 4
8:30 – 9:20 Location
#18 Physical Education Division Ambassador I &II
“Sport Stacking with Speed Stacks: Teach the 3-3-3, 3-6-3
and Cycle Stacks!” – Learn the proper teaching techniques.
Training tips and activities to enhance stacking skills will be
demonstrated. Experience a variety of activities to enhance your sport
stacking unit. Receive FREE sport stacking instructional materials.
Presenter: Cathryn Gaines, Russellville School District
Presider: Kirbi Hinton, Arkansas Tech University
#19 Physical Education Division Ambassador IV
“Skills and Activities With a Twist – Literacy and Fun”;
Presenters will demonstrate elementary physical education
activities which include a literacy concept. Come have fun
and learn!
Presenters: Diane Walters, Arkansas Tech University, and Cathryn
Gaines, Russellville Public Schools
Presider: Kristen Smith, Arkansas Tech University
#20 Physical Education Division Ambassador V, VI, & VII
“Pilates/Yoga” – Everybody from athletes to health advocates
embrace a strong core. That is the result of Pilates and
Fitness Yoga. This class is for everyone; the benefits are
endless!
Presenter: Agneta Sibrava, Arkansas State University
Presider: Jessica Sellers, Arkansas State University

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#21 Physical Education Division Diplomat
“National Board Certification in Physical Education”; Part- icipants will learn about the National Board Certification process for certificate areas in Early and Middle Childhood and Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood. This is a 2-part session
Presenter: Brad Cowger, Conway Public Schools
Presider: Howard Harrison, University of Arkansas
#22 Athletics & Sports Division Consulate I
“High School Sport Pay-to-Play Parent Perception” - Paying to participate in extracurricular activities has become a common trend in high schools across the United States. Participants in this session will learn how pay-to-participate programs can affect the valuable stakeholders and their interest in their child’s sports programs.
Presenters: James Hines and Claudia Benavides-Espinoza, Arkansas State University
Presider: Ty Huggins, Arkansas State University
#23 Exercise Science/Higher Education Divisions Consulate II
“Building a Graduate Strength & Conditioning Curriculum”; This will be an interactive presentation illustrating how the MS in Strength and Conditioning Studies was created at Arkansas Tech University. The courses meet the guidelines for the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s recognition of Graduate Programs in Strength and Conditioning Studies.
Presenters: Brian Lyons, JJ Mayo and Russell Hendrix, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Kirbi Hinton, Arkansas Tech University
Visit our website for 2015 Convention information
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#24 Research Division Envoy
Poster Presentations:
“Quantitative Analysis of Biomechanical Movement Patterns and Skill
Development of the Fitnessgram and T-Scale Push-up Protocols”
Jeremy Provence, The University of the Ozarks
“The Effect of Prophylactic Ankle Taping, Lace up Brace and Kinesio Tape on
the Ankle During Walking, Agility and Vertical Jump”
Christina Moya, Arkansas Tech University
SESSION 5
9:30 – 10:20 Location
#25 Dance Division Envoy
“Fun, Rhythmical Line Dances” – Come learn fun and easy
line dances to teach to your P.E. classes.
Presenter: Carl Wise, Arkansas State University
Presider: Michael Shedd, Arkansas State University
#26 Physical Education Division Ambassador V, VI, & VII
“Innovative Ideas for Core Subject Implementation in
Secondary Physical Education” – Participants in this session
will receive innovative activity ideas for integration of other
subjects in their secondary P.E. programs.
Presenters: Alexandra Foster, Sonora Middle School, Amanda Sullivan
and Janet Forbess, University of Arkansas
Presider: Margaret Perry, McNair Middle School
#27 Physical Education Division Diplomat
“National Board Certification in Physical Education”
This is the second of a 2-part session
Presenter: Brad Cowger, Conway Public Schools
Presider: Howard Harrison, University of Arkansas

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#28 Physical Education Division Consulate I
“Understanding Information Processing & Motor Skill
Acquisition” – This presentation discusses sensory
processing and integration issues in relation to learning
fundamental motor skills. When sensory information is not processed
properly, acquisition of skills can be challenged or severely delayed. A
review of current literature, available resources, and teaching strategies
will be presented.
Presenter: Rusty Wright, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Presider: Bennie Prince, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
#29 Research Division Consulate II
“The Learning Connection” – This session will highlight
research supporting that a healthy, well fed and active
child learns better. The session will also highlight Fuel Up
To Play 60 and provide participants with a tear-pad of in-class activity
breaks.
Presenter: Blair Dean, Arkansas State University
Presider: Brandi Varner, Arkansas State University
SESSION 6
10:30 – 11:20 Location
#30 Health Division Ambassador V, VI, & VII
“Healthy Kids Make Better Students!” – This session will
provide an overview of a local school district’s wellness
successes and challenges. Participants will learn how to
put wellness into action through the Coordinated School Health mode,
how to transform a traditional P.E. class into a loving environment that
encourages academic success, and how to deal with challenges when
trying to address health/wellness policies in the public school system.
Door prizes will be given away at this session!
Presenters: Heather Rhodes-Newburn and Debbie Brown, North Little
Rock School District
Presider: Alexandra Foster, Sonora Middle School

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#31 Exercise Science Division Consulate I
“New Workout Methods: The Science, Myths, and Benefits
Behind the Latest Trends in Fitness” - This session will look
at many of the “new” workouts currently on the fitness
market. We will learn about their benefits, the science behind
them, how to do them, and if they are really all that new.
Presenter: Shellie Hanna, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Cami Sprowl, University of Arkansas
# 32 Higher Education Division Consulate II
“Integrating Common Core in a Blended Methods Course”;
Strategies and activities for integrating the Common Core
into blended elementary and secondary physical education
methods classes will be presented and discussed.
Presenters: Rockie Pederson and Diane Walters, Arkansas Tech Univ.
Presider: Katie Huff, Arkansas Tech University
#33 Physical Education Division Diplomat
“Tess for the PE Teacher” – In this session participants will
receive a copy of the Charlotte Danielson P.E. teacher ver-sion.
A lesson plan template to incorporate literacy skills
into the normal P.E. routine will also be included.
Presenter: Leah Queen, Gentry Public Schools
Presider: Erin Sloan, University of Arkansas
#34 Physical Education Division Envoy
“How to Start an Archery Program” – This session will
provide an overview of beginning an archery program in
your school. An existing program will be highlighted and
funding opportunities provided.
Presenters: Nancy Best and Cindi Talbot, Valley View Schools
Presider: Kendra Meeker, University of Arkansas
11:30-1:30 Ambassador
ArkAHPERD AWARDS LUNCHEON
$ Deal or No Deal $

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2014 Banquet
Presiding……………………………………………………………………… Brett Stone
Invocation…………………………………………………………………… Janet Forbess
Dinner
Speaker………………………………………………………………………… Rick Elumbaugh
Silent Auction …………………………………………………………… Andy Mooneyhan
B-I-N-G-O………………………………………………………………… Brett Stone
Dance …………………………………………………………………………… Bennie Prince
2014 Awards Luncheon
Presiding……………………………………………………………………… Brett Stone
Invocation…………………………………………………………………… Janet Forbess
Dinner
Southern District Update……………………………………… Milton Wilder
Speaker………………………………………………………………………… Barbara Kumpe
JRFH & HFH Coordinator of the Year……………… Cathryn Gaines
JRFH-HFH Check …………………………………………………… Cathryn Gaines
Teacher of the Year ……………………………………………… Bennie Prince
Elementary TOY
Middle School TOY
High School TOY
Health Education TOY
Higher Ed of the Year…………………………………………… Agneta Sibrava
Lifetime Achievement Award………………………………… Janet Forbess
Deal of NO Deal ……………………………………………………… Andy Mooneyhan
Passing of the Gavel ………………………………………………… Brett Stone
Convention 2015 ………………………………………………………… Leah Queen