Save the date for this summer sizzler!

August 6, 2010 - Turning Stone Resort & Convention Center

Join the Elementary/Middle School Physical Education Section for an exciting day filled with cutting edge sessions designed to energize and inspire! It is time to celebrate and recognize the worth and value of elementary and middle school physical education!

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NYS AHPERD Annual Conference

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Registration for our 2010 Conference is now open »

Conference Exhibitors - information now available!
All potential exhibitors at our 2010 Annual Conference should find out about the opportunities now available - including island booths and free demonstration slots! Read more »

New York State Adopts Common Core State Standards

New York State adopted the Common Core State Standards at a meeting of the Board of Regents on 19 July 2010. The Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers.

Visit the web site at corestandards.org

NYS AHPERD Bookshelf

          Section News Volume II

New Web Site Additions
NYS AHPERD News
Grants and Resources
New Articles / Newsletters

Swine Flu: What You Need To Know!

The Department for Health and Human Services have issued an advisory note on contingency planning for H1N1 and any other potential widespread health emergency. Read more »

The American Association for Health Education have issued a briefing on Swine Flu. What you need to know »

The CDC are also providing daily updates and further information on the outbreak. More details »

Three free handwashing posters from the CDC are available to download:
Middle School Boy | Elementary Girl | High School Boy

What is NYS AHPERD?

The New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NYS AHPERD) is a professional organization composed primarily of:

+ Teachers of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
+ Agency, community, and worksite health professionals
+ Youth coaches
+ Future professionals...

          ... who are interested in promoting Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance in the Kindergarten through Higher Education settings, throughout New York State.

Find out more about NYS AHPERD in our mission statement, or discover the many enhanced features of this web site available to NYS AHPERD members.

2008 Physical Activity Guidelines

The Federal Government has issued its first-ever Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. They describe the types and amounts of physical activity that offer substantial health benefits to Americans.

Obesity in America

Is New York State Overweight?
For the past 20 years, the CDC has tracked the rise of adult obesity in North America. View an interactive map to watch how the prevalence of obesity rises dramatically across the country - and in New York State - through the years.

Contacting State Representatives

State Senators:
» www.senate.state.ny.us

Assembly Representatives:
» www.assembly.state.ny.us