Professional Learning - Health Education

Fall 2024 

Moving the Needle on Inclusivity in Teaching and Learning Training - September 25 & 26

Registration Link 

 

“One of the best, most useful trainings I have ever attended.” and “The Inclusive Teaching Practices Training was a training that every educator should experience. I left the training feeling overwhelmed, nervous but also excited, empowered and hopeful." ~ Participants 

The Maine DOE Health Education & Physical Education Program will host this highly engaging event focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) and the impact on teaching and learning. The training will include an exploration of foundational concepts in DEIJ and what it looks like in curriculum, instructional strategies, classroom management practices, and school climate. Following the training, participants are invited to join a virtual DEIJ Community of Practice for conversations and technical assistance. Anyone working with youth is more than welcome to attend! 

We are excited to have Dr. Sarah Benes as our consultant on this initiative. She is an assistant professor at Southern Connecticut State University in health education and physical education and Past-President of SHAPE America.

Location: Burton Cross Building, Rooms 103 A & B, Augusta, ME

For more information: Email susan.berry@maine.gov or call 207-215-1844

Core Elements of Skills-Based Health Education Workshop - October 11

The Maine DOE is pleased to have Sarah Benes, one of the co-authors of The Essentials of Teaching Health Education - Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment* as well as supporting resources. This interactive workshop will focus on the foundations of a skills-based approach to health education (SBHE), shifting the emphasis of the curriculum, instruction, and assessment from primarily knowledge acquisition (learning a lot of new information) to skill acquisition (learning how to do something that will promote health and well-being of self and others). The session will engage participants in 1) learning information and skills needed for a skills-based approach; 2) curricula planning and development; and 3) strategies for effective instruction, and meaningful assessments. Even if you’re familiar with SBHE, you’ll take away new learning from this ever evolving workshop!

This workshop is a pre-requisite for the Advanced Skills-Based Health Education workshops to be offered as a pre-conference session at the 2024 Maine AHPERD Annual Conference on November 3rd.  

A copy of The Essentials of Teaching Health Education - Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment 2nd Edition book can be ordered for only $40!* (An $89 value!) by emailing susan.berry@maine.gov.

Complete this form to register

Any open spots will be offered to Non-Member districts starting Sept. 25th. Registration closes October 1st.

Contact Information for Windham Location, Christine Hesler, chesler@rsu14.org or susan.berry@maine.gov  

Making Connections: HE & PE Community of Practice - Wednesday, Sept. 18th 

This is a space for people to come together to learn about resources, collaborate with colleagues and peers, and network. This month we will host the Maine CDC Tobacco and Substance Use Prevention and Control Program team members to hear about a new resource, Best Practice Primary Prevention Resources & Lessons for Health Educators, a substance use prevention curriculum guide as well as other resources.

Join us via Zoom on Wednesday, Sept. 18th  from 3:15 – 4:15 p.m. 

These opportunities are to support health education and physical education teachers.

For more information: Email susan.berry@maine.gov or Carolyn.gross@maine.gov. 

Recorded Sessions

Naloxone Education in Maine Schools - Train the Trainer

In support of implementation of the revisions to Chapter 41, regarding naloxone education for students, the Maine DOE hosted a webinar. View the webinar on the Maine DOE YouTube Channel or follow this link for the Naloxone Education in Maine Schools - Train the Trainer.

Maine DOE Health Education Playlist

Visit the Maine DOE Health Education Playlist for recorded videos of past webinars and video meetings with relevant information from specialists, partners, and fellow educators. 

Maine DOE YouTube Channel Playlists

Visit the Maine DOE YouTube Channel for recorded videos of webinars and video meetings with relevant information from specialists, partners, and fellow educators. 

2021 MIYHS Highlights with Sheila Nelson from Maine CDC

View the 2021 MIYHS Highlights with Sheila Nelson from Maine CDC at this link.  

Other Opportunities:

2024 Maine AHPERD Annual Conference at The Samoset Resort, November 3 - 5, 2024

Find available information on this link for the Maine AHPERD Annual Conference at The Samoset Resort, November 3 - 5, 2024

SHAPE America Professional Learning Opportunities

Find professional learning opportunities from SHAPE America by visiting their website linked here.

Links to organizations and resources are for reference and information only and do not imply endorsement by the Maine Department of Education.