Thursday, March 19, 2015: 4:00 PM-5:15 PM
Convention Center: 307-308
Physical Activity: Family and Community Engagement
Intended Audience: K-12, Post Secondary Instructor/Faculty
| Speaker: | Debra A. Pinto, Hopkinton Middle School, Hopkinton, MA |
26.2 Desire To Inspire, a school-based initiative, uses a physical activity theme with interdisciplinary lessons incorporating the history of the Boston Marathon, the Olympics, the Battle of Marathon and Ancient Greece. In conjunction with yearlong classroom lessons, students participated in enrichment activities such as the 2.62 marathon challenge and presentations by Team Hoyt. Sponsors and supporters of this program include both international and local groups; this program has been recognized in the media both locally and nationally.
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