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Educators play a critical role in the success of students. As such, all educators are called on to continually improve their practice. Professional learning is the single most accessible method by which educators can grow and learn as professionals. Below are resources to support professional learning for Comprehensive Health and Physical Education (CHPE) in Massachusetts schools and districts.
People with developmental disabilities are sexual beings but often don't have access to age-appropriate, medically accurate sexuality education. They are also at risk for unplanned pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, being abused, and experiencing loneliness at a much higher rate than the general population. In this workshop, we will explore specific issues that people with developmental disabilities face and learn practical tools and skills for teaching this population about healthy sexuality. Presented by Katherine McLaughlin of Elevatus Training.
8:30am – 2:30pm (Lunch will be provided)
Location: Confirmed upon Registration — Central MA
Teaching Students with Developmental Disabilities about Healthy Sexuality Registration : for Experienced Sexuality Educators
This professional development day will focus on the potential infusion of Purposeful Competition throughout the secondary curriculum. The morning session will include an opportunity for participants to learn about this transformational teaching framework and connect with their purpose in their educational space. By connecting honestly with their purpose, educators will be far more likely to be successful helping students connect with their own purpose in the learning space. Purposeful Competition is inherently inclusive and culturally responsive and sustaining. Presented by: John Strong, SUNY Niagara
Location: The Verve Hotel 1360 Worcester Street, Natick, MA, 01760
Purposeful Competition in PE Registration
During this session, dive deeper into the CHPE Framework practices to support curriculum development and student learning in health and PE classrooms. The goals of this session are to support practice-focused curriculum planning and explicit teaching of practices in HPE settings. Presented by Lighthouse Wellness and Health Education Consulting, Inc
Location: Westford Public Schools (specific location TBD)
Curriculum Development using the CHPE Framework Registration
This workshop provides hands-on learning designed to help physical educators strengthen the connection between what is taught and how learning is measured. Participants will (1) explore the purpose of grading and assessment, (2) review the development of standards-based grading practices AND assessments, and (3) examine ways to align assessments with learning outcomes and standards. The session will also provide opportunities to practice using a variety of standardized and standards-based assessments that support meaningful learning in physical education. Presented by Scott McNamara, University of New Hampshire.
Location: Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center, 219 Littleton Rd., Westford, MA
Aligning Standards to Learning with Assessments in Physical Education Registration
During this session we will focus on supporting students with disabilities in the health classroom. We will explore the emerging concept of accessible health education (AHE), disability justice, and ways that ableism can impact students. We will share key strategies you can use to support students with disabilities in your health education classroom, including some examples and resources. You will leave with tools for your "AHE toolbox".
8:30am –; 2:30pm (Lunch will be provided)
Location: Western, MA (specific location TBD)
Health Ed for Students with Disabilities Registration
Last Updated: September 10, 2025