GCC Con 2026

Are you looking to spice up some of your old unit and lesson ideas? Do your students find physical education to be meaningful? Are we doing everything we can as physical educators to support our students in their physical literacy journey? In this presentation, we will define the idea of meaningful physical education, look more specifically at some unit and lesson plans and discuss ways to make everything we do more meaningful for the diverse groups of students in our classes. Presented by the 2019 SHAPE America National High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year.

Are you looking to spice up some of your old unit and lesson ideas? Do your students find physical education to be meaningful? Are we doing everything we can as physical educators to support our students in their physical literacy journey? In this presentation, we will define the idea of meaningful physical education, look more specifically at some unit and lesson plans and discuss ways to make everything we do more meaningful for the diverse groups of students in our classes. Presented by the 2019 SHAPE America National High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year.

In this fast-paced active presentation teachers will learn cooperative games that can be used in physical education class as a powerful tool for building community and fostering positive social interactions among students. Attendees will learn how to structure activities that emphasize teamwork, communication, and mutual support. Strategies for grouping students will also be shared. By the end, educators will be equipped with practical games and techniques to promote connection and collaboration in their PE classes.