Announcements

National Board Certification

The 2008 national board certified teachers have been announced and there are now 109 physical education teachers for early childhood and 97 from early adolescence to young adulthood.  There are currently four national board certified physical education teachers from the state of Tennessee:

• Tina M. Bozeman
• Kathy Clark
• Cam Kerst Davis
• Christy Killman

"The National Board Certification process was an incredible professional
development opportunity. While it was the most rigorous voluntary
assessment of my professional career, it also proved to be the most
rewarding. Those who achieve National Board Certification are considered
the most elite in their profession. It is truly an honor to serve with
the best Physical Education teachers in the nation. I would encourage
others to embark upon the National Board Certification process."
-Tina M. Bozeman

"I became a National Board Certified Teacher in Early/Middle
Childhood/Physical Education in 2001. The process was new and I was not
very well informed about the whole thing when I decided to accept the
challenge.  Many times during the actual process of gathering artifacts
and writing narratives, I wanted to throw in the towel.  I think that's
why the dollar amount attached to the process is so high, so you will
think twice or three times before quitting.  Even though I became very
frustrated during the certification process, it was the best thing I
have done professionally to evaluate myself and my teaching.  I
recognized strengths and weaknesses and I believe became a better
teacher."
- Christy Killman



For more information on National Board Certification visit the NBPTS website:

www.nbpts.org

  
TAHPERD Now on Facebook

TAHPERD members may now get updates through Facebook.  If you have an existing account on FB, simply search, "Tennessee Association for Health."  For those wanting to become a free member, visit www.facebook.com to join.  This technology outlet will allow TAHPERD to disseminate event and meeting information through a popular medium.


President's Council Demonstration Schools

The President's Council for Physical Fitness and Sport will recognize schools that meet activity recommendations for children.  To become a demonstration site, download an application form online at www.presidentschallenge.org. The site includes information necessary for schools to qualify and the contact information for the state coordinator.  For more information, contact Matt Renfrow, PhD. at mrenfrow@mtsu.edu.