The Mississippi Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (MAHPERD) is a professional organization of Mississippi educators, administrators, coaches, and young professionals involved in all aspects of health, physical education, recreation, and dance.
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MAHPERD is an affiliate of the Southern District of SHAPE America and SHAPE America
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MAHPERD serves as an advocate for quality programs that encourage healthy, physically active lifestyles. This ongoing pursuit of MAHPERD’s mission is facilitated by providing HPERD-related professional development and networking opportunities through Annual MAHPERD State-wide Convention and more.
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Specialty Focused Workshops
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HPERD Resource Links via the Website
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Online Newsletter and the MAHPERD Journal
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Opportunities for Legislative Advocacy
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Grants from MAPHERD and Blue Cross Blue Shield of MS Foundation
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Awards for Outstanding MAHPERD members