The World's Most Evidence-Based Physical Education & Physical Activity Programs!
The World's Most Evidence-Based Physical Education & Physical Activity Programs!
SPARK workshops solicit philosophical “buy-in,” show teachers how to navigate the instructional materials and digital content, then prepare effective lessons and provide active examples that foster best practices.
SPARK training is truly a special event! Smiles are prevalent, laughter frequent, and a special rapport occurs between participants and their trainer. Participants leave ready, willing, and able to implement SPARK effectively and maximize student outcomes.
SPARK curriculum (the “what” to teach) is helpful to have for each participant attending a SPARK training (the “how” to teach). In addition, equipment (the “tools” to teach) are required for the training.
Program prices are PER SPARK program (Early Childhood, K-2, 3-6, Middle School, High School, After-School, Inclusive PE, Active Classroom) and not all programs offer all training options.
· There are a total of four ½ days available per program which build upon each session to equal Standard (Starter #1 & #2) or Premium (Starters #1-#4) Program.
· A half-day training that provides and introduction to the SPARK program.
· This 3-hour training is part 1 of 4 of the full 12-hour SPARK Training
· A full day of hands-on, active instruction led by a SPARK certified trainer.
· This 6-hour training is part 1 of 2 of the full 12-hour SPARK Training
· The gold standard! Two full days of training.
· Can be completed on consecutive days or split to host at two different times during the year.
Price: Contact us for pricing (Max. 40 participants)
* Available for: K-2 PE, 3-6 PE, Middle School PE, High School PE, After School, Early Childhood, Inclusive PE, and Active Classroom programs.
Content Covered in SPARK Workshops:
• SPARK program overview
• Skill development
• Fitness integration
• Instruction and class management strategies
• Inclusive modifications
• Assessment/technology
• Curriculum planning
Already completed your SPARK Workshops?
Want to have your staff trained in a different area of PE/Health?
Check out our SPARK Training Network for additional training topics!
Choose from an expanded selection of professional development offerings brought to you by SPARK. Delivered by renowned SPARK Trainers, SHAPE America Teacher of the Year Alumni, and other nationally recognized Physical Education and Health teachers. Click this link to select from our menu of 3-hour workshops or combine 2 to make it a full day! sparkpe.org/trainingnetwork/
Booking a SPARK Training:
· SPARK PD is available on a “first booked, first served” basis contingent on availability – book early!
· There is a maximum of 40 participants per workshop
· Program prices are per EACH individual SPARK program
· Each training requires a specific equipment list which the host can provide or SPARK offers Workshop Equipment Sets for purchase
· SPARK in-person trainings must be booked 8 weeks in advance of requested workshop date.
· All-in-one workshop cost includes trainer travel and expenses.
o Exceptions: International, Hawaii, and Alaska trainings may incur additional travel cost; as well as major US cities such as New York City, etc. or any US mainland training booked/paid for less than 8 weeks prior to workshop date.
What a Workshop Includes:
· A Project Coordinator to oversee the delivery of all components and serve as liaison and single point of contact to the contracted school/agency and its representatives
· 4 Evaluative Tools (program assessments) and consultation on how to use them (needs assessment, workshop evaluation, lesson quality checklist, and program evaluations)
· 3 hours of trainer preparation time
· 3 hours for set-up and takedown
· Instruction hours facilitated by the SPARK Trainer (3, 6, or 12 hours depending on training)
· Workshop box that includes: handout packets, SPARK giveaways and raffle prizes
· An electronic SPARK Certificate of Participation for each person attending
· SPARK Star support
· Colorful SPARK Banner (Premium Workshop only)
