Nov 3 -4 Convention on Little Rock, Ar

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Arkansas Association of Health, Physical
Education, Recreation & Dance
State Convention
Holiday Inn
Little Rock, AR
November 3-4, 2016
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 Holiday Inn on November 3-4, 2016.
Andy Mooneyhan
Andy Mooneyhan
ArkAHPERD Executive Director
Signature of participant
November 3, 2016
8 hours
Signature of participant
November 4, 2016
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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Thursday, November 3, 2016
8:00-3:00 Registration Atrium
9:00-4:00 Exhibits Open Atrium
8:30-11:30 Physical Education Workshop Solarium
11:30-12:00 Refreshment Break Atrium
12:30-1:20 Session #1 -
1:30-2:20 Session #2 -
2:30-3:15 General Session Lindbergh
3:15-3:30 Refreshment Break Atrium
3:30-4:20 Session #3 -
4:30-5:20 Session #4 -
5:30-6:30 Silent Auction Atrium
6:30-7:30 All Convention Banquet Atrium
7:30-9:00 B-I-N-G-O Atrium
Friday, November 4, 2016
7:00-8:20 ArkAHPERD Board Breakfast Boardroom
8:00-11:00 Registration Atrium
8:30-9:20 Session #5 -
9:00-Noon Exhibits Open, Refreshments Atrium
9:30-10:20 Session #6 -
10:30-11:20 Session #7 -
11:30-1:30 ArkAHPERD Awards Luncheon Atrium

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2016 ArkAHPERD CONVENTION PROGRAM
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3
8:30 – 11:30 PRECONVENTION WORKSHOP Solarium
Physical Education Workshop
Ben Pirillo
Southern District TOY
11:30 – 12:00 REFRESHMENTS Atrium
SESSION 1
12:30 – 1:20 Location
#1 General Division Kennedy
“Fuel Up to Play 60: Building Leaders and Empowering Youth” – The wellness of
youth impacts their success in the area of academic, social, leadership ability
and potential. Fuel Up to Play 60 is a customizable, student-led wellness
program that empowers youth to make healthy changes in nutrition and activity.
Presenters: Lori Dather, Midwest Dairy Council, Austin Brigham, Student from
Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and Arts
Presider: Lydia Windsor, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
#2 Athletics and Sports Division Adams
“Bridging the Funding Gap: Sponsorship Strategies and Practices in
Interscholastic Athletics” – Many school districts are experiencing
diminishing resources and the need for revenue streams. Corporate
sponsorship is a revenue strategy gaining significant traction. Structured
objectives, department benefits, and a knowledge-based plan are strategies to
develop or enhance a corporate sponsorship program.
Presenters: David LaVetter, Eli Aguirre, and Patrick Carroll, Arkansas State
Presider: Drake Arnold, Arkansas State University

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#3 Physical Education Division Hobby
“The Benefits of Exercise for Children & Young Adults with Cystic Fibrosis” –
This presentation will explain why exercise is vital for children and young
adults with Cystic Fibrosis. Speakers include a graduate student with CF.
Her presentation will include her daily therapy of CF and how leading an active
lifestyle has enhanced her ability to battle this life-threatening disability.
Presenters: Rusty Wright; April Pitts, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Presider: Jordan Caple, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
#4 Physical Education Division Solarium
“Subject Integration in Physical Education” – This presentation will explain the
benefits and give examples on how to integrate different academic subjects
into Physical Education.
Presenters: Janet Filbeck and Melanie Hosty, University of Arkansas
Presider: Dakota Thiel, Arkansas Tech University
#5 Physical Education Division Lindbergh
“Tchoukball II” – Tchoukball is a combination of team handball and basketball.
Participants will be introduced to the rules, equipment, and skills of the game
then divided into teams for a quick tournament.
Presenters: Pete Kelly and Rockie Pederson, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Jake Norwood, Arkansas Tech University
SESSION 2
1:30 – 2:20 Location
#6 Physical Education Division Hobby
“Technology and Teaching Brainstorming Session (Health and PE)” – At this
session students, P-12 teachers, and professors will help brainstorm the
multitude of ways for using technology to increase instructional effectiveness.
Too often technology is forced into the pedagogy arena leading to
unproductive and inefficient teaching. We will talk about new technologies
and efficient teaching.
Presenters: Mark Mosser and John Thomasson, Henderson State University
Presider: Marissa Hatcher, Arkansas Tech University

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#7 Physical Education Division Reagan
“Take Walking and Running to the Billionth Level: The New Balance Foundation
Billion Mile Race” – Walk/run programs are catching fire at schools nationwide,
and the New Balance Foundation Billion Mile Race is tasking them with the goal
to walk, job, and run one billion miles. Led by the Billion Mile Race team, this
session will share insights from their work with thousands of schools.
Presenter: Daniel Hatfield, New Balance Foundation
Presider: Judson Smith, Arkansas Tech University
#8 Jump Rope/Hoops for Heart Solarium
“American Heart Association – Jump Rope/Hoops for Heart” – This session will
present an overview as well as a new health challenge and education
components. Included will be an activity from the lesson plans provided to
schools who partner with the American Heart Association.
Presenters: Kendall Ratcliff and Courtney Becton, American Heart Association
Presider: Hunter Treece, University of Central Arkansas
#9 Physical Education Division Lindbergh
“Moving With Music” - Come learn various dance steps that you will be able to
use with different types of music selections.
Presenter: Carl and Priscilla Wise, Arkansas State University
Presider: Jalon Hughes, University of Central Arkansas
#10 Research Section Upper Terrace
Poster Session - The following posters will be available for viewing and
questions:
“An Analysis of BMI in Elementary School Children in North Louisiana”
John O’Connor, Rockie Pederson, and Gina Kraft, Arkansas Tech
University
“Exploring Traditional & Non Traditional Recruitment Strategies for
Undergraduate Students” Bennie Prince and Janea Snyder, University of
Arkansas Little Rock
“Measurement and Evaluation Data Helping Meet Standard Two of
Shape America” Shelia Jackson, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Agneta Sibrava, Arkansas State University

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2:30 – 3:15 Lindbergh
GENERAL SESSION
From the Executive Director: Andy Mooneyhan
Announcements: Allen Mooneyhan, President
3:15 -3:30 VISIT THE EXHIBITS/REFRESHMENTS Atrium
SESSION 3
3:30 – 4:20 Location
#11 Physical Education Division Solarium
“Teaching Functional Adaptations Through Role-Playing” – This presentation
will demonstrate functional adaptations to non-disabled individuals through
the use of role-playing using a simple elementary lead-up kickball game.
Presenter: Shelia Jackson, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Kacie Ballard, Arkansas Tech University
#12 Athletics and Sports Division Hobby
“Pros and Cons of Using Texting and Tweeting in Coaching” – Come learn an
interactive game with how-to instructions
Presenters: Bennie Prince and Katie Helms, Univ of Arkansas at Little Rock
Presider: Gabby Parnes, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
#13 Physical Education Division Kennedy
“Planning and Implementing a Field Day for Your School” – Learn how to plan a
field day from beginning to end. Attendees will leave with plans they can use
to easily run their own field day.
Presenters: Lindsay Beaton, DeWitt Elementary School and Jamie Oitker,
Cabot Public Schools
Presider: Alaina Riley, Arkansas Tech University
#14 Higher Education Section Reagan
“Reflections on Instructional Competencies among PETE Majors Following an
Early Teaching Experience” – This presentation will focus on reflections by
PETE majors after instructing a PE class. This is a 2 part session.
Presenters: Lewis Kanyiba, Ryan Morrow, Skylar Oswalt, and Dimitri Williams,
Henderson State University
Presider: Jake Hestand, Arkansas State University

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#15 Secondary PE Section Lindbergh
“Using Experiential Principles to Create Community” –Attendees of this
session will participate in activities to help them understand Experiential
Education principles in a physical education setting.
Presenters: Rockie Pederson and John O’Connor, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Brook Gullett, Arkansas Tech University
SESSION 4
4:30 – 5:20 Location
#16 Higher Education Section Reagan
“Reflections on Instructional Competencies among PETE Majors Following an
Early Teaching Experience” – Continued
#17 Future Professional Section Solarium
“Superstars Competition” – Come meet other future professionals and have
fun participating in lots of cooperative activities.
Presenters: University of Central Arkansas future professionals
Presider: Charles Hervey
#18 Physical Education Division Lindbergh
“Tips and Tricks Smorgasbord” – Tried and true tips and tricks to help you
with your classes. Favorite games, activities, and other ideas will be shared.
Presenter: Jamie Oitker, Cabot School District
Presider: Andrew Love, Arkansas Tech University
#19 Physical Education Division Adams
“Students’ Naïve Conceptions and Misconceptions about Energy” – This
presentation describes 4th
and 5th
graders naïve conceptions and
misconceptions about energy. Strategies should help facilitate students’
learning of concepts to choose healthy and active lifestyles.
Presenter: Tan Zhang, Arkansas State University
Presider: Carl Wise, Arkansas State University
6:30-9:00 ALL CONVENTION BANQUET Atrium
Guest Speaker: Laurie Whitsel
Silent Auction & B-I-N-G-O

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4
7:00 – 8:20 ArkAHPERD Board BREAKFAST Boardroom
All current and newly elected board members are to attend
SESSION 5
8:30 – 9:20 Location
#20 Physical Education Division Lindbergh A&B
“Fine Motor and Manual Dexterity Activities for Youth” –This session will be
interactive and filled with games and activities that focus on the development
of fine motor and manual dexterity ability that our audience could use in a
physical education class.
Presenters: Dean Gorman, Sharon Hunt, University of Arkansas, and Cole
Shewmake, Pittsburgh State University
Presider: Kelsey Peterson, University of Central Arkansas
#21 General Division Solarium
“SPARK It Up, Arkansas” – This is part of the SPARK PE workshop from 8:30
AM – 3:30 PM. This workshop is for K-2 PE, and Pre-registration is required.
Presenters: Audra Walters, Arkansas Department of Education, Leah Queen,
Gentry Public Schools
Presider: Hayden Dow, University of Central Arkansas
#22 General Division Lindbergh C
“Morning Yoga for Everyone” – Wake up to this beautiful day with yoga and
Pilates to strengthen your body.
Presenter: Agneta Sibrava, Arkansas State University
Presider: Chelsea Andrews, Arkansas State University
SESSION 6
9:30 – 10:20 Location
#23 Health and Physical Education Divisions Reagan
“Free Programs Offered by Arkansas Children’s Hospital” – Two free programs
for middle and high school health classes. CATCH for middle school and Pop Up

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Cooking Matters for 9th
– 12th
grades. The programs and materials are
provided by ACH to a select number of schools. Lessons taught by ACH staff.
Presenters: Darla Henry and Eric Grist, Arkansas Children’s Hospital
Presider: Zac Stumbaugh, Arkansas Tech University
#24 Athletics and Sport Division Hobby
“Top 5 Nutritional Considerations for Athletes” –This session will present 5
keys to improving performance through optimal nutrition.
Presenter: JJ Mayo, University of Central Arkansas
Presider: Austin Helus, University of Central Arkansas
#25 Physical Education Division Lindbergh C
“Exercising Your Mind: Destination Imagination in the PE Class” – Destination
Imagination (DI) has a stated mission of teaching students the creative
process and empowering them with the skills needed to succeed in an ever-
changing world. Instant Challenges, Global Finals, and Duct Tape Parades DI
are tools teachers can use to promote performance within the classroom.
Presenters: John O’Connor, Pete Kelly, Arkansas Tech University, and Michael
O’Connor, Russellville High School
Presider: Jakob Clark, Arkansas Tech University
#26 Health/Physical Education Divisions Solarium
“SPARK It Up, Arkansas” – This is part of the SPARK PE workshop which will
go from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Pre-registration is required.
#27 Physical Education Division Lindbergh A & B
“Let’s Moove & Groove in School with Movies” – Dynamic Dance Duo and
students will lead short dances that can be a part of your Let’s Move Active
Schools program. The dances are 32-48 count repeatable dances that can be
adjusted from K-12 levels. Session instruction and online tutorials provided.
Presenters: Angie Smith-Nix and Susan Mayes, University of Arkansas
Presider: Alexa Carpenter, University of Central Arkansas
Thanks to our Convention Exhibitors and Sponsors
USTA Arkansas & American Heart Association

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SESSION 7
10:30 – 11:20 Location
#28 Physical Education Division Lindbergh A & B
“Goal Ball” – In this session, participants will learn how to play and compete in
the game of Goal Ball. Goal Ball is a sport for individuals who are legally blind,
and it is one of the sports included in the Paralympics.
Presenter: Shelia Jackson, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Will Steward, Arkansas Tech University
#29 Physical Education Division Lindbergh C
“Everyone Can If You Have the Right Tools” – In this student presentation the
Every Can curriculum will be presented as a resource for physical education
teachers. In addition to presenting on the content there will be an activity
session that demos select games and activities from the curriculum.
Presenters: Pete Kelly and John O’Connor, Arkansas Tech University
Presider: Kyle Coffman, Arkansas Tech University
#30 Athletics and Sport Division Reagan
“Background Screening of Volunteer School Sport Coaches: A Legal Review” –
Due to the proliferation and frequency of predatory cases involving school
coaches, there is an increased awareness of the protection of students from
sexual abuse. Schools have a duty to conduct proper background screening of
volunteer sport and extracurricular coaches. Case law and related legalities to
the process of screening/selection within public agencies will be discussed.
Presenters: David LaVetter, Patrick Carroll, and Eli Aguirre, AR State Univ
Presider: Darin Gentry, University of Central Arkansas
#31 General Division Solarium
“SPARK It Up, Arkansas” – This is part of the SPARK PE workshop which will
go from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Pre-registration is required.
Presenters: Audra Walters, Arkansas Department of Education, Leah Queen,
Gentry Public Schools
11:30-1:30 Atrium
ArkAHPERD AWARDS LUNCHEON
$ Deal or No Deal $

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2016 Banquet
Presiding……………………………………………………………………… Allen Mooneyhan
Invocation…………………………………………………………………… Janet Forbess
Speaker………………………………………………………………………… Laurie Whitsel
Silent Auction …………………………………………………………… Andy Mooneyhan
B-I-N-G-O………………………………………………………………… Brett Stone
Entertainment …………………………………………………………… Leah Queen
2016 Awards Luncheon
Presiding……………………………………………………………………… Allen Mooneyhan
Invocation…………………………………………………………………… Janet Forbess
Dinner
JRFH & HFH Coordinator of the Year……………… Leah Queen
JRFH-HFH Check …………………………………………………… Leah Queen
Teacher of the Year ……………………………………………… Bennie Prince
Elementary TOY
Middle School TOY
Health Education TOY
Higher Ed of the Year…………………………………………… Agneta Sibrava
Lifetime Achievement Award………………………………… Janet Forbess
Deal or NO Deal ……………………………………………………… Andy Mooneyhan
Passing of the Gavel………………………………………………… Allen Mooneyhan
Convention 2017………………………………………………………… Valarie Hilson