Vision

To be the leading advocate in the state of Kansas in promoting healthy, active lifestyles.

KAHPERD Mission

KAHPERD members seek to promote and advocate for health, active Kansans.


As one of the oldest professional associations in Kansas, KAHPERD is dedicated to the advancement of professional practice, research and education within the fields of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. KAHPERD supports, promotes, advocates, develops and creates:

  1. Professional growth and development opportunities for professional members.
  2. Research and scholarship that advances the body of knowledge in the professional areas.
  3. Public understanding of the need for quality programs in the professional fields of study
  4. Policy changes that support health initiatives in the state of Kansas.

KAHPERD Members can benefit from joining both KAHPERD and AAHPERD at a reduced price. The application for this special members can be downloaded by clicking the link below.

Joint membership application

 

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KAHPERD News

Vicki Worrell, Executive Director of KAHPERD, was elected as the national AAHPERD President-Elect at the AAHPERD National Convention in Tampa, FL. KAHPERD is very proud of having one of its own as the next president of our national organization. Way to go Vicki!

Upcoming Professional Activities

KAHPERD members have many opportunities to participate in professional activities at the state, regional and national level. The upcoming events include:

  1. AAHPERD Convention in Tampa, FL.
  2. Summer Workshop - NOODLE Games - Emporia, KS - Registration Form
  3. Summer Workshop - National Archery in Schools Program - Registration Form
  4. KAHPERD Convention - Pittsburg, KS - Submit a Convention Proposal

News Link of the Month

Star Sleeper for Kids - Helping students understand the importance of sleep

 

KAHPERD in Action


Noodle Mania Workshop at Emporia State University

The KAHPERD sponsored workshop was a great success. Over 65 people attended the all day workshop with Chad Triolet.

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