393 Show-Me Health: Strengthening Pre-/In-Service Professional Development in Missouri

Friday, April 4, 2014: 7:30 AM-8:30 AM
Convention Center: 130
School Health Education: Professional Preparation/Post-Secondary
Intended Audience: K-12, Post Secondary Instructor/Faculty
Speakers: Sheri L. Beeler, Missouri Southern State University, Joplin, MO; Aron Potter, Culver-Stockton College, Canton, MO; Julie A. Lueckenhoff, Blair Oaks R-II School District, Jefferson City, MO; Cindy DeBlauw, University of Missouri Extension, Columbia, MO; and Carolyn C. Cox, Truman State University, Kirksville, MO
Missouri is currently implementing a comprehensive, state-wide plan to train school health educators, school health teacher preparation faculty, and community partners to more effectively and consistently use the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Health Education curriculum analysis tools, align MO’s Grade Level Expectations with National Standards, and follow best practices for effective health education. The plan, as well as an introduction to the training content and tools, will be presented. (CEU) (CHES)