The General division of TAHPERD consists of the following sections: Diversity, Instructional Technology, Jump Rope/Hoops for Heart, and K-12 Administrators. The purpose of this division is to provide instructional support for quality programming by:

>> addressing the unique contributions of each section within the division
>> collaborating with sections in other TAHPERD divisions

CLICK HERE for Division VP's.


Diversity Section
The goal of this section is to:

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Promote diversity and inclusion in all TAHPERD activities

>> Provide quality programs for teaching students of diverse backgrounds (e.g., age, culture, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic class, religion).
>> Promote TAHPERD involvement among professionals of diverse backgrounds

CLICK HERE for Section Officers.


Jump Rope for Heart Section
The goal of the this section, in conjuction with the JRFH & HFH Committee, is to work with the American Heart Association staff for Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart programs to:

>> Develop strategies to improve schools' participation in these programs
>> Create the program for the JRFH & HFH Gala during the TAHPERD Convention
>> Create and/or present programs at the TAHPERD Convention and Summer Conference on JRFH & HFH programs
>> Work with the TAHPERD leadership to develop recognition and incentives to increase the participation of teachers in the JRFH & HFH programs.

CLICK HERE for Section Officers.

>> Local Youth Market Directors
>> The AAHPERD-AHA Partnership
>> Texas JRFH Demo Teams


Instructional Technology Section
The goal of this section is to:

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Provide quality instructional technology programs to all HPERD members

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Promote the use of different forms of technology to enhance instruction in K-12 settings

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Collaborate and co-sponsor presentations with each TAHPERD division during summer conference and annual convention


CLICK HERE for Section Officers.


K-12 Administrators Section
The goal of this section is:
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Offer quality K-12 administrative presentation and work sessions

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Provide networking opportunities

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Develop leadership skills

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Mentor aspiring new K-12 administrators

CLICK HERE for Section Officers.








Your Local Youth Market Directors

For information about Jump Rope for Heart or
Hoops for Heart, contact the representative
closest to where you live.

>> Local Youth Market Directors


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