who is vtahperd? WE ARE VTAHPERD!
The VTAHPERD organization's mission is to service our professionals and
preprofessionals in the fields of health, physical education, recreation and
dance by offering information of importance to our members, and sponsoring
various events and training throughout the year. We also recognize outstanding
educators, future professials, and community members though our awards program. Our fall conference provides knowledge about
exceptional programs, new guidelines, professional development, and services
for our members.
Our guidelines for practice are found within the VTAHPERD
Constitution .
Educators, students, and administrators in the fields of Health Education,
Coaching, Adaptive Services, Teacher Training, Physical Education, Recreation,
and Dance are encouraged to join the association. Yearly dues are kept
affordable for our professionals. Scholarhsip opportunities for
professional development are available to Vermont college student members. By
joining this organization you will be able to network both with other
professionals in your field and in related fields.
The Vermont Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance is
a state-level organization serving these
professions. VTAHPERD is part of the Eastern District
Association which is a regional-level professional organization.
The mission of the Eastern District Association of the American
Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance is to enhance the
professional growth and development of its members; promote program standards;
and serve as a liaison between the Alliance and its members through leadership
development and the dissemination of information and educational services.
EDA is composed of the following member states: