DISTINGUISHED PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Professional Development
Interested in bringing high-quality professional development to your district, school, or conference?
Browse the sessions below to find the content that best fits the needs of your teachers and students. Each session runs approximately two hours and can be adjusted to fit your schedule.
Participants also have the option to earn three graduate credits through Colorado State University by completing additional coursework.
Pricing depends on the number of sessions, the number of facilitators, and travel costs. Fill out the form below to receive a quote for the sessions you’re interested in.
DPE 103 | Optimizing Use of Space and Resources
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DPE 102 | High Expectations for Student Behavior
Learn how to set clear behavioral expectations, promote accountability, and encourage positive social interactions among students.
DPE 101 | Promoting Inclusivity and Engagement
Explore strategies to create an inclusive learning environment where all students feel safe, valued, and motivated to engage in activities.
DPE 106 | Rigorous Instruction and Differentiated Supports
Learn how to consistently incorporate activities that are both physically and cognitively rigorous while modifying and extending them to meet the needs of students.
DPE 105 | Assessing Students’ Progress and Understanding
Gain insights into practical assessment tools and strategies to monitor students’ progress toward lesson objectives and unit goals.
DPE 104 | Standards-Based Content and Language Objectives
Discover how to create and effectively communicate daily objectives that align with physical education standards and promote meaningful learning.
DPE 109 | Standards-Based Social Skills
Examine how to explicitly teach and reinforce social skills—such as collaboration, conflict resolution, and sportsmanship—through a standards-based approach. Discover ways to integrate these skills into daily lessons to promote positive interactions and a respectful learning environment.
DPE 108 | Delivering Descriptive Feedback
Learn how to provide real-time feedback that supports skill development, reinforces learning objectives, and fosters student growth.
DPE 107 | Accountable Talk Structures
Dive into specific strategies for implementing accountable talk in PE. Learn how to facilitate meaningful student discussions, structure peer-to-peer conversations, and use questioning techniques that deepen understanding and engagement.