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Exec. Dir. Message
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Past Pres. Message
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Nominations
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Special Olympics
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Lake Conference
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Student Division News
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Awards and Kudos
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JRFH/Aces News
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TISHE
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Executive Board
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NJAHPERD Membership Form
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Legislative Fitness Day ”Calling All Dancers”
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President's message Tim Sullivan Montclair State University What Every Health And Physical Education Teacher Needs To Know About Option 2 It is imperative for the state’s health and physical education teachers to be aware of the state’s proposed revisions of the graduation requirements, known as Option 2, as well as changes to the Core Curriculum Content Standards, and how these changes can impact your students, as well as health and physical education instruction across the state. The good news is that the revisions to the core curriculum standards have been rewritten to focus more on the development and maintenance of a healthy, active lifestyle, which is critical given the rising obesity rates of our youth. These standards were adopted by the State Board of Education on April 7, 2004. They are designed to develop the knowledge and skills to make choices that contribute to a healthy lifestyle; how to prevent injuries and disease; stress and conflict management, character and leadership development; the importance of relationships with family and friends; how to move safely and effectively to become physically fit, and citizenship. Of concern for health and physical education teachers are the revisions to Option 2, which allows school districts greater flexibility in allowing students to achieve the core curriculum standards through “alternative” experiences outside the classroom. Option 2 is not new. But the revisions, which are scheduled to be adopted by the State Board of Education in January 2004, place a greater emphasis on flexibility and less emphasis on “seat time” and credit as the measures of student achievement. The issue for health and physical education teachers is clear. Option 2 means that more students will likely graduate without traditional instruction in health and physical education – courses that are more crucial than ever given the rising obesity rates in our youth. Over time, it will erode the 150-minute health and physical education mandate and the core standards, and may cost teachers their jobs. While the rules are voluntary now, teachers need to be aware that there are members of the state Board of Education who believe Option 2 should be mandatory. Option 2 already allows local school boards to approve alternative programs in lieu of participation in physical education. But the new rules instruct school boards to be flexible in determining what could be counted as an acceptable “alternative” experience. If the local board of education approves it, the principal must certify that the student is achieving the locally developed objectives. In most cases, that means the student gets a pass/fail grade, often times awarded by a coach who is not a certified health and physical education teacher. Under Option 2, students who participate in interscholastic sports, marching band, or even ROTC, for example, may be allowed to opt out of daily health and physical education classes, if the school board decides their participation on the sports team or extracurricular activity achieves or exceeds the standards. Continued On Page 2
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districts considering Option 2 must focus on making sure that the core curriculum is being taught to our students – not just that students are receiving 150 minutes of activities – but that does appear to be the case. We need less focus on the 150 minutes, and more on quality programs! It is also unclear how school districts would be able to access students’ progress towards the core curriculum standards if they allow outside, non-school activities to count under Option 2. There are no guidelines in place on how school districts should document and monitor the student’s progress toward core curriculum standards if they adopt Option 2. There is also no guidance on whether the district should accept uncertified coaches and teachers teaching students – which is what would happen if outside, non-school activities were accepted by the school district under Option 2. Finally, there is also no guidance regarding what happens to a student whose sports team ends in mid-semester – would they just return to a physical education or health class, and be expected to catch up? Would they be held accountable for mid term exams and finals—if the school even has them in health and physical education? Would they get a grade for the year or just the time they were actually in class? What about a student whose season ends early and goes to class for a few weeks and then out again— say in a fall sport that ends early and then decides to go out for a winter one? NJAHPERD, as well as our national organization, AAHPERD, have expressed our concerns about Option 2. Now it’s your turn. The lessons and training taught by community coaches, private karate class instructors, or any other volunteers, no matter how well intentioned, simply cannot replicate the instruction that takes place by certified health and physical education teachers inside the classroom, and we must guard against local school boards pretending that it does. If significant numbers of students are allowed to opt out of health and physical education classes, these children will graduate without the proper education, and school boards will start reducing the number of health and physical education classes taught in the schools. That’s why we are urging health and physical education teachers to monitor their local school board’s policy decisions on Option 2, keep track of the number of students who are allowed to opt out of their classes, and report to NJAHPERD. Discuss this issue with members of your community, and with your students’ parents. Write to your legislators, and your local newspapers. Contact members of the State Board of Education and let your concerns be known. Make people aware of the importance of health and physical education, and the dangers that this proposal poses to our children’s health. We want to make sure that the board’s actions are in the best interest of the students, and that New Jersey’s leadership role in health and physical education remains. Now is not the time for a shortsighted, cost-cutting move that will harm our students. Don’t wait – get involved today!
But it’s not just school-related activities that would count under Option 2. Schools are permitted to use experiences outside of school—a local gym, a YMCA, a town soccer league—as alternative educational experiences. Outside activities such as private karate classes, community youth leagues, and fitness clubs could also count. The same could also apply to students who participate in independent study, co-curricular and extracurricular activities, interdisciplinary and theme-based programs, and internships. If they can be connected to physical education, there’s a good chance that someone will try to use the experience to opt out. In addition, local school boards will also be allowed to use performance or competency assessments to approve the completion of educational programs or activities that occurred before students enrolled in high school. That’s right—a student could say that he/she was physically fit and physically literate and no longer needs instruction in physical education—in eighth grade! The state insists that it is not intending to excuse students from daily physical education classes, and that the opt-out option should only apply to students who have what it calls “enhanced educational experiences” that exceed what other students can get in the regular class. But while it is up to the local school board to ensure that these “alternative” experiences meet or exceed the current standards – it is unclear whether the state has any oversight role regarding what a district can decide is an appropriate substitute under Option 2. The state’s decision to adopt Option 2 is even more puzzling, when compared against the dire news that we read daily regarding the increasing obesity rates among today’s kids. With the National Center for Health Statistics finding that nearly one out of every seven students between the ages of 6 and 19 are overweight, it is clear that we are facing a health crisis with our youth – and that health and physical education classes must be maintained, if not increased. The dissenters will say that student athletes already get more than enough exercise and they don’t need more time in the gym—they need more time in the classroom learning math, science, and other courses. The state’s new graduation requirements, including Option 2, are scheduled to affect all freshmen entering high school in September 2004. Teachers should be aware that under the current rules, even though Option 2 is not limited to physical education, school districts use it most often to allow student athletes to opt out of participation in physical education. Now that the new guidelines have been expanded to include a greater variety of activities, the question is how many more districts, and how many more students, will be allowed to opt out of health and physical education instruction. Clearly, Option 2 raises several troubling issues for health and physical education teachers. There are few, if any guidelines, on how students will meet the core curriculum standards if they are taking outside, non-school classes, and not learning the curriculum in the classroom. School
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Congratulations!
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JUMP ROPE FOR HEART. THANK YOU COORDINATORS, JUMPERS AND DONORS!
PARTICIPATE IN JUMP ROPE FOR HEART!
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Message from the CEO As an end of year message, I thought that I would share with you some of my favorite one liners as I have been collecting these for many years… as follows: • You should lose the same way • The road to success is always under construction you win – and I think you • You can be certain that nothing will be accomplished show more class in the way if you do nothing you lose than when you win • Class is when you are getting run out of town and you • Enthusiasm makes the make it look like you are leading a parade difference • You may encounter many defeats but never be • A poor workman finds fault defeated with his tools • When life gives you lemons, make lemonade • The “Do as I say, not as I do” • The teacher isn’t always right, but he’s always the theory gets a poor response teacher • The roses are usually there if • Horse sense is what horses have that keep them from you can just spot them and appreciate them betting on people • It’s not whether you win or lose but how you place • The only thing that can be achieved without effort the blame is failure • An egotist is a person who is never in doubt but is • Can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen often in error • Speak when you are angry and you’ll make the best • When your work speaks for itself, don’t interrupt speech you’ll ever regret • You can fool some of the people all of the time and • Many a truth spoken in jest you can fool all of the people some of the time… and • Little strokes fell great oaks that is sufficient • An act of kindness no matter how small is ever forgotten . . . and my all time favorite: Do not let them live rent free in your head !! Please stay healthy, enjoy the remainder to the school year and the time off with your families. My very best, Joe Locascio
Message from Chris Baccarella, Past President Spring has sprung! It had to finally make it here! I hope everyone is anticipating the wonderful weather we so deserve to get those kids out and moving the fresh air. If you haven’t already read it somewhere—your annual NJAHPERD convention held from February 9 – 10th, 2004 was an overwhelming success thanks to the efforts of President Tim Sullivan and the entire executive board. Our attendance was up, our presentations were of the highest quality and the student division experienced a well attended, super-charged workshop on Sunday the 8th. Be on the lookout for “THE PINK POSTCARD!” It should be reaching you before the end of May. If you remember, this was the card that lists the workshops and conferences that NJAHPERD hosts during the upcoming school year 20042005. When you get it—you know where to put it!!! That’s correct, right on your refrigerator! We look forward to serving you by presenting the most current materials and information from AAHPERD, NJAHPERD, the State Dept. of Education, the State Department of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the list goes on! We are in the midst of a time when we, as professionals, will be able to “get the message out” concerning the impact of overweight, obesity, diabetes and many other health related diseases. It is our charge to make sure that we are delivering QUALITY health and physical education programs
that challenge and encourage our students to participate in our programs as well as activities outside of our own curricula. We MUST be role models for them or what do we expect to accomplish? The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance in February, held a forum in Washington, DC to present and discuss the ramifications of NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND. Please go to the website (www.AAHPERD.org) and make yourself aware of what is taking place within our professions! Along with this our state legislature is considering the implementation of OPTION II. If you are not familiar with this, DO IT NOW. Go to www.NJAHPERD.org and check it out. You may want to become active with this organization in educating the “powers that be” concerning DAILY QUALITY HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION taught by a certified Health and Physical Education professional. As Past President I pledge to continue to serve you and our best interests. If you ever need to contact me—check out the web—I’m there!!! The very best to all of you in wrapping up this school year 2003-2004. Remember, do it for the kids!!!!
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Attention NJAHPERD Members . . . NOW IS THE TIME TO NOMINATE A COLLEAGUE FOR AN AWARD!!! Yes I mean you! We all work with outstanding physical education, health, recreation, and dance teachers, yet their extraordinary efforts go unnoticed. Don’t let this happen. Nominate that person for the award they deserve. Simply go to WWW.NJAHPERD.ORG and click on “awards”. On the page you will find all the awards listed and their criteria. Find which award suits the person you would like to nominate, fill out the nomination form with the correct information, and email it to jkyle98509@aol.com. Awards information is also listed below, and an awards form insert is included in this issue of FYI. It’s that easy! We need special people like you to help us recognize the outstanding teachers we have in the state of New Jersey. Our profession deserves to have these individuals stand out and show they are making a difference. So please help us give these teachers what they more than deserve!
NJAHPERD Awards Information Distinguished Leadership Award This award is presented to a professional who has made an outstanding contribution to the advancement of health, physical education, recreation, and dance. Criteria: Ten (10) or more years of teaching experience, five (5) of which must be consecutive and completed prior to being recommended for the award. A member of NJAHPERD for a minimum of ten (10) years OR an individual who is not eligible for NJAHPERD membership but has made significant contributions to our discipline.
(excluding private studio). Promotes dance as a part of the curriculum as a performing art. Contributes to the growth of dance in the State of New Jersey. Conducts workshops, lectures and /or demonstration as a means to further educate teachers and students. Outstanding Teacher Award This award is presented to members of NJAHPERD with five (5) or more years of teaching experience in health, physical education, recreation, and dance. Criteria: Demonstrates creative and/or innovative teaching techniques in health, physical education, recreation and dance programs. Is instrumental in developing and establishing an outstanding health, physical education, recreation, and dance program. Identifies excellence in teaching health, physical education, recreation, and dance.
Professional Achievement Award This award is presented to an individual with 25 years of successful teaching, administration, or professional service in health, physical education, or dance. Criteria: Twenty-five (25) years of successful teaching, administration, or professional service in any of the following areas: health, physical education, recreation, or dance. Five (5) years of continuous membership, including the year of the granting of this award.
Lilyan B. Wright—Student of the Year Award This award honors a college student who has served his/ her college and professional organization and shown excellence in academics. Criteria: Has attended two (2) or more conferences, workshops, clinics, or student division meetings. Has completed 60 or more semester hours. Has an overall cumulative average of 2.8 or higher and a cumulative major average of 3.0 or higher.
Everett L. Hebel Award This award is presented in honor of Dr. Everett. Hebel, 43 years an educator of health and physical education. He was a former President of NJAHPERD, as well as a teacher, coach, and athletic director. Critera: NJAHPERD membership for a minimum of ten (10) years. Taught in discipline (health, physical education, recreation, or dance) for a minimum of five (5) years. Administrator of health, physical education, recreation, dance, or athletic school programs. Coaching and officiating (co-curricular, middle school, secondary or college levels) for a minimum of five (5) years.
Honor Award This is the highest award presented by NJAHPERD. It is awarded to an individual who has made continued and significant contributions to the profession. Criteria: Served professionally in school, college or community programs for a period of at least ten (10) years prior to recommendation. Possess a Master’s degree (can be waived by a unanimous vote of the Honor’s Award Committee).Present evidence of successful experience in any five or more of the categories listed below. Discipline refers to health, physical education,
Dance Education Award This award is presented to a teacher of dance who contributes to the growth of dance in New Jersey. Criteria: Is presently or has been a teacher of dance in public or private school, college or university
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entire community to the values of proper physical education programming for the handicapped. Sal Abitanta Exemplary High School PE Award Recognizes outstanding high school physical education programs, which meet the highest standards of professional programming and provide a model that can be duplicated by other school districts throughout New Jersey. Criteria: High School Physical Education Program must demonstrate; Professional Curriculum, highest professional planning, high degree of student participation satisfaction, enhanced involvement in the cognitive, affective and physical aspects of Physical Education. Fifty percent of the Physical Education teachers must be member of NJAHPERD before the application is submitted. School has a policy of non-exemption of athletes from Physical Education class. Excellence in Recreation Programming and Leadership Award This award is recognized outstanding achievements and/or accomplishments in recreation programming or leadership relating to the advancement of health, wellness, fitness, or sports in schools or the community. Awards can be submitted in any of the following categories: a) health, fitness or wellness programs; b) therapeutic and special populations programs; c) special events, community impact and educational programs; and d) recreation leadership. Individuals making a nomination must be either an active member of NJAHPERD or NJRPA. Criteria: Uniqueness, range of appeal, potential impact, meeting of high standards, outstanding leadership, creativity, advancement of field, design of a recreation facility.
Thomas Vodola Adapted Physical Education Award This award is presented in honor of Dr.Thomas Vodola, a long time advocate of adapted physical education in New Jersey and throughout the country. Criteria: Shown outstanding leadership in the field of adapted physical education. Has a pragmatic approach to planning and implementing physical education program for the handicapped. Used innovative techniques in the field of adapted physical education. Used a variety of public relations strategies to spread the message of adapted physical education. Sought professional improvement through continuing education. Worked toward raising awareness of the
NJAHPERD Awards Nomination Form For 2004 – 2005 Name of award: ________________________________________ Candidate being nominated: ____________________________________ Name: __________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________________ State ___________________________ Zip _______________________ Phone (H) __________________________________________________ (W) _______________________________________________________
Nominated by: Name of award: ________________________________________ Candidate being nominated: ____________________________________ Name: __________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________________ State ___________________________ Zip _______________________ Phone (H) __________________________________________________ (W) _______________________________________________________
Return information to: Jennifer Ellis jkyle98509@aol.com
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A Message From Special Olympics New Jersey Dear NJAHPERD Members,
We welcome you to learn more about Special Olympics New Jersey and the services that we offer. Special Olympics New Jersey is a non-profit organization that provides year-round sports training and Olympic-type competition in 23 sports for more than 13,500 children and adults with intellectual or other closely related developmental disabilities. Special Olympics New Jersey provides local and statewide sports skills training and athletic competition in each county throughout the state culminating in over 140 competitive events year-round in the following sports:
Fall:
Cycling, Equestrian, Golf, Roller Skating, Soccer and Volleyball.
Winter:
Alpine Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Figure Skating, Floor Hockey and Speed Skating.
Spring:
Basketball, Bowling, and Motor Activity Training.
Summer:
Aquatics, Bocce, Gymnastics, Powerlifting, Sailing, Softball, Tennis, Table Tennis and Track and Field.
Special Olympics New Jersey provides sports training to athletes through local school, agency and community programs that compete on the Area (county), Sectional (north, central and south) and at the Chapter (state) level in any or all of the four sports seasons. All of our 16,000 + volunteers receive training and certification to work with our athletes and conduct competitions.
A Tactical Approach to Teaching & Coaching Games on DVD & VHS Go Beyond the Basics Learn the ‘If-Then’ Approach to Coaching and Teaching Sports & Motor Skills Klara Gubacs, Ed.D “A Tactical Thinker”
For More Information Visit: www.tacticalthinkers.com gubacsk@mail.montclair.edu (973) 655-5497
Special Olympics New Jersey recently opened a Sports Complex in Mercer County. The facility is the first of its kind and is home to The Law Enforcement Leadership Center, The Wawa Exercise & Wellness Center, The Ford Motor Company Outdoor Sports Center, The Walsh Family Sports Education & Family Center, The Commerce Bank Sibling Library and Young Athlete Activity Area, S. Michael Higgins Coaching Education Library and the Sports & Recreation Center (which should be complete by 2005). The Sports Complex is located at 3 Princess Rd. Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. Please stop by for a tour of the facility. You can also visit us on-line at www.sonj.org or give us a call at (609) 896-8000 or (800) 650-SONJ. To find a volunteer or coaching opportunity in your area please call us or visit our website for more information! See you soon! Special Olympics New Jersey
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15th Anniversary
LAKE CONFERENCE 2004 for
K-8 Physical Education September 17th, 18th, and 19th Fairview Lake YMCA Camp Stillwater, NJ
Featuring
Pre-Conference
Jean Blaydes-Madigan
TBA
Physical Educator Neuro-kinesiologist Brain Research Richardson, Texas
Possible “ Jersey Guys” with creative activities and field day ideas
Stevie Chepko
Pre-conference will run from 1:00pm – until 5:00pm approximately
Renowned Presenter Winthrop University Rock Hill, South Carolina
Cost $20.00
** Friday Dinner at 6:00pm 1st session begins at 7:00pm
Registration Includes: Room, meals, conference materials, free gift, fitness social, professional networking (Room and meals not applicable for commuter registration)
EARLYBIRD REGISTRATION September 1st (2004 This is necessary due to the early date of the conference)
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Registration Form 2004 LAKE CONFERENCE FOR K-8 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Name: _________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ Home Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________ City: __________________________________________ State: ______________________ Zip: ______________________ School District: ________________________________ Phone: _______________________________________________ County You Live In: _____________________________ County You Work In: ___________________________________ E-Mail Address: ___________________________________ Years Attended Lake: ______________________________
Registration Fees: _____ $150.00 NJAHPERD MEMBER (AHPERD member from other states) _____ $200.00 Non-Member ______ $100.00 STUDENT (undergraduate) _____ $100.00 Commuter ______ $150.00 Non-Member Commuter
____ $20.00 Pre-Conference Workshop
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Any Special Dietary needs please contact us Early Registration Deadline:
September 1st afterwards $175.00 on site $125.00 Commuter - add $50.00 for non-member to both categories. Make Checks payable to: Mail Registration to:
NJAHPERD Arlene Dolegiewitz 20 Crestwood Drive, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 e-mail: Doleg22@aol.com 908-704-8533
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Student Division News Student Division Workshop On February 8th 2004 the NJAPHERD Student division workshop took place at East Brunswick High School. The workshop was organized by students from Montclair, William Paterson, Rowan, Kean and The College of New Jersey, all with the Student Division Advisor, Dr. Carolyn Masterson. Over 100 students attended. The goal of the workshop was to instruct students about the teaching of health and physical education. Guest speakers were: Peggy Hunter, former NASPE Teacher of the Year from New Hampshire and Nora Gelperin, Rutgers University. The workshop was a wonderful success because students were actively involved in learning activities that could be used in their teaching.
AAHPERD Convention The AAPHERD Convention was held from March 31st to April 4th 2004 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Rich Lamberson, Student Division Vice President attended along with several other students from Montclair, William Paterson and Rowan University. The convention center had an array of vendors representing all fields of physical education, health, fitness, recreation, dance, and athletic training, etc. In addition, students attended several presentations that gave them a better understanding of their field of study. During the convention, NASPE honored exemplary students from all over the country with the Major of the Year Awards. Beth Kirkpatrick, a representative of Polar Inc., was the keynote speaker. Her speech was very motivational. She talked about the obesity epidemic in America today. Furthermore, she spoke about the importance of health and physical education in schools and what students should be learning in order to be physically active for a lifetime.
National Student Division Workshop Finally, Rich Lamberson helped with the presentation that was given by the students who attended the National Student Leadership Conference last October in Alabama. Student leaders from all over the country attended. They shared what future professionals should be doing to improve their leadership qualities as well as what future professionals should be doing to improve their careers.
Please contact the NJAHPERD Student Division officers if you are willing to help us plan next year’s events. Rich Lamberson
Past VP Student Division
LambersonR1@mail.montclair.edu
Steven Roy
VP Student Division
RoyS1@mail.montclair.edu
Lauren McAlister
Secretary, Panzer Student Association
Dr. Carolyn Masterson
mastersonc@mail.montclair.edu
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2004 NJAHPERD Awards Recipients Sal Abitanta Exemplary High School Physical Education Program Award
East Brunswick High School
East Brunswick High School
Outstanding Dance Teacher of the Year Award
Dale Schmid
New Jersey Department of Education
Distinguished Leadership Award
Len Saunders
Montvale Public Schools
Professional Achievement Award
Maria Caterino Chip Candy
West Deptford Public Schools Medford Public Schools
Outstanding College Teacher of the Year Award
Dr. Carolyn Masterson
Montclair State University
Excellence in Recreation Programming and Leadership Reward
Ben Schaffer
Thomas Vodola
Lynn Holman
West Windsor - Plainsboro Public Schools
Matthew Schineeli
Livingstone State University
Special Recognition Award
Linda Morse
NJ Department of Education
Honor Award
Dr. Mary Putman
Rowan University
Outstanding Elementary Teacher of the Year Award
Edward Davis
Tinton Falls Public Schools
Outstanding Middle School Teacher of the Year Award
Jill Humann
Middletown Public Schools
Presidential Citation Award
Harry Anderson, Tim Sullivan, Joe Locascio, Joan Mariconda
NJAHPERD Executive Committee
Everett L. Hebel Award
Patricia Dougherty
Ocean City Public Schools
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AAHPERD National Convention: Once Again NJ Was In A Leadership Role •
Numerous individuals from NJ made presentations at the 2004 AAHPERD Convention in New Orleans • Steve Cone completed a very productive year as President of the Alliance • Linda Morse and Jim McCall represented our State Department
• Many folks from our Higher Education Centers made presentations • Numerous state supervisors were in attendance • High School, Middle School and Elementary teachers from NJ presented and participated in the proceedings
Awards Theresa Purcell Cone Margie Hanson Distinguished Service Award
Fleetwood Elementary School, Mount Laurel, NJ Carol Lynch — one of 12 schools selected for NASPE National Stars program.
New Jersey Schools Celebrate American Heart Association Jump Rope For Heart 25th Anniversary on May 5th – Worldwide ACES Day North Brunswick, NJ, April 23, 2004 . . . For 25 years Jump Rope For Heart has helped children improve their activity levels, learn the value of a healthy lifestyle and make a difference in the fight against heart disease and stroke – New Jerseyís No. 1 and No. 3 causes of death. Jump Rope For Heart, a national service-learning program promoting education, physical activity and raising dollars to fund research, is co-sponsored annually by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AHPERD). Over the past 25 years Jump Rope For Heart has made a difference in the lives of thousands of New Jersey children. This year American Heart Association Jump Rope For Heart is celebrating 25 years of physical activity, living healthy and saving lives as 2004 marks the 25th anniversary of Jump Rope For Heart. New Jersey APHERD joined with the American Heart Association, schools and students
throughout New Jersey on Project ACES (All Children Exercise Simultaneously) Day on Wednesday, May 5 to “just jump” and celebrate the 25th anniversary of Jump Rope For Heart. Students jumped with ropes and without jump ropes. They jumped in place. They jumped up and down, jumped out on the playground and in the gym. They jumped in the classroom, jumped in the hallways and jumped in lunchrooms. All this New Jersey jumping took place on May 5 to observe Project ACES Day and celebrate the 25th anniversary of Jump Rope For Heart. The 25th anniversary Jump Rope For Heart celebration was supported by New Jersey AHPERD, Project ACES and the New Jersey Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. For more information about New Jersey’s 25th anniversary celebration for Jump Rope For Heart or bringing Jump Rope For Heart to your school, call the American Heart Association at 732.821.2610 or contact us at ymheritage@heart.org.
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NJAHPERD EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS President Tim Sullivan
County Council Coordinator Jacqueline Malaska
President-Elect Jacqueline Malaska
Long Range Planning Bruce Peragallo
Past-President Chris Baccarella
Necrology Juanita Fieseler
Executive Director Joseph Locascio
NJEA Convention Jo Ann Groeger
Treasurer Joan Mariconda
Research and Grants Editor of The Reporter Dr. Kathy Silgailis
Recording Secretary Arlene Dolegiewitz
Technology Committee TBA
Vice President Health Nora Gelprin
Advisors to Student Division Dr. Carolyn Masterson
Vice President Physcial Education Pam Christakos
Dept. of Education Rep. Jim McCall
Vice President Recreation Ben Schaffer
Retirees Network Dr. Pearl Kowalski
Vice President Dance Lucille Williams
EDA Rep. - Council for Conventions Dr. Klara Gubacs
Vice President Sports &Athletics Pat Longo
EDA Rep. - Council for Services A. Lynn Holman
Vice President Student Division Rich Lamberson
Editor, FYI Dr. Richard Fopeano, Dr. Peter Rattigan
Vice President Elect Health Jennifer Tym
Legislative Action Committee Bruce Peregallo
Vice President Elect Physical Education Anne Quintavella
Membership Lynn Vollmuth
Vice President Elect Recreation Richard Mann
Parliamentarian Dr. Lilyan Wright
Vice President Elect Dance Marcella A Gonzales
Jump Rope for Heart Coordinator/Lake Conference John Grzymko
Vice President Elect Student Division Steven Roy
NJEA Rep Sharyn Robbins
Vice President Elect Sports & Athletics Lara Wallert
Legislative Fitness Day Rich Mann
Awards Committee Chairperson Jennifer Ellis
Advocacy TBA
Constitution, Bylaws, & Operating Codes Dr. Michele Fisher
American Heart Association Rep. Nan Cashson
Credentials & Elections Dr. Domenica Desiderioscioli
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Calling All Dancers Do you have a dance program in your school, you would like to share? Do you teach hip hop, line dancing, jazz or any other kind of dance? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then we NEED you! If you are interested in presenting a workshop at our annual conference March 5th and 6th please contact me. Lucille Williams Vice President of Dance Union High School, North 3rd Street, Union, NJ 07083 E Mail: Gymcoach54@aol.com
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