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8.5x11 Section 3
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TAHPERD Membership Statistics
The fiscal year for TAHPERD is June 1 to May 31. The annual membership figures shown below are as of February 1
each year.
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TAHPERD Past Presidents
1923-25
1925-26
1926-27
1927-30
1930-31
1931-32
1932-34
1934-36
1936-37
1937-38
1938-39
1939-40
1940-41
1941-42
1942-43
1943-44
1944-45
1945-46
1946-48
1948-50
1950-51
1951-52
1952-53
1953
1953-54
1954-55
1955-56
1956-57
1957-58
1958-59
1959-60
1960-61
1961-62
1962-63
1963-64
1964-65
1965-66
1966-67
1967-68
1968-69
1969-70
*Mary Bell Smith, Dallas ISD (November 1923 May 1925)
*H.H. House, Texas A&M College (May 1925 August 1926)
*John R. Bender, Texas A&M College (August
1926 - November 1927)
*David K. Brace, University of Texas
*Harry A. Scott, Rice Institute
*R.N. Sandlin, Texas State Dept. of Education
*Beulah A. Harriss, North Texas State College
*W.S. Knox, North Texas State College
*Jeanie M. Pinckney, University of Texas
*Gilbert L. Hermance, Rice Institute
*Anne Schley Duggan, Texas State College for
Women
*Helen Lois Byington, Houston ISD
*C.J. Alderson, University of Texas
*Lowell N. Douglas, Baylor University
*Eva Hart Rogers, University of Texas
*Frances Wyman Hogan, Fort Worth ISD
*Donnie Cotteral, North Texas State College
*P.C. Cobb, Dallas ISD
*Bonnie Cotteral, Texas State College for Women
(November 1946 - June 1948)
*Lloyd O. Russell, Baylor University
*Carl E. Tishler, Texas A&M College
*Helen Woodman Archer, Austin ISD
*Emmett F. Cambron, North Texas State College
*E.A. Snapp, Houston ISD (June - November
1953)
*Lynn W. McCraw, University of Texas
*Alvera Griffin, Baytown ISD
*Lloyd L. Messersmith, Southern Methodist
University
*Eveline E. Kappes, Baylor University
*Jesse J. Hawthorne, East Texas State College
*Margaret Bray Stapper, North East ISD (San
Antonio)
*Arthur Weston, Rice Institute
*Mary Buice Alderson, University of Texas
*Otho M. Polk, Hardin-Simmons University
*Maryhelen Vannier, Southern Methodist
University
*Jess E. Cearley, North Texas State University
*Belle Mead Holm, Lamar State College of
Technology
Arthur Friedman, El Paso ISD
*Katherine Magee, Texas Woman’s University
*Carl W. Landiss, Texas A&M University
Ruth M. Cady, Sam Houston State College
J.T. (Ted) Powers, Baylor University
1970-71
1971-72
1972-73
1973-74
1974-75
1975-76
1976-77
1977-78
1978-79
1979-80
1980-81
1981-82
1982-83
1983-84
1984-85
1985-86
1986-87
1987-88
1988-89
1989-90
1990-91
1991-92
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
*Jane Patterson, University of Houston
Myron H. Dees, West Texas State University
*Mary Ella Montague, Sam Houston State
University
*Steven G. Gergeni, Amarillo ISD
Carmel C. Norton, Goose Creek ISD
*W.D. (Shorty) Lawson, Abilene ISD
Hally B.W. Poindexter, University of Houston
*Willie L. Sandling, Jr., Houston ISD
*Irma J. Caton, North Texas State University
John R. Poteet, University of Texas – El Paso
Carolyn B. Mitchell, Stephen F. Austin State
University
Charles L. Sterling, Cooper Institute for Aerobics
Research
Lillian B. Morava, La Porte ISD
Jack Watson, North Texas State University
Jean F. Dudney, San Antonio College
*Mike Bobo, Texas Tech University
Marcella S. Porter, Irving ISD
Grover D. (Rusty) Pippin, Baylor University
Barbara M. Peterson, Arlington ISD
Fred Blohm, East Texas State University
*Irma D. Lewis, Seguin ISD
Frank Calsbeek, Southwest Texas State University
Sandy Weeks, East Texas State University
Norman (Buddy) Gilchrest, Baylor University
Lois Hale, University of Texas – Permian Basin
Mel Finkenberg, Stephen F. Austin State
University
Pug Parris, McMurry University
Steve Furney, Southwest Texas State University
Rebecca Dávila, Lewisville ISD
Mike Daniel, Texas A&M University – Kingsville
Gay James, Southwest Texas State University
Marty Urand, Spring Branch ISD
Carolyn Mauck, Del Mar College
Wendell Sadler, Tarleton State University
Darla Smith, University of Texas – El Paso
Lynn Luttrell, Abilene Christian University
DawnElla Rust, Stephen F. Austin State
University
Rich Almstedt, Lone Star College – Kingwood
Paula (P.J.) Miller, Texas A&M University
Mario Reyna, McAllen ISD
Barbara Waters, Livingston ISD
Bob Sanderson, Abilene ISD
Rose Haggerty, Houston ISD
Henry Ross, Texas A&M University Commerce
* – deceased
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TAHPERD Awards
TAHPERD Awards
Members are encouraged to honor and recognize their colleagues by nominating those qualified for one of the TAHPERD awards listed
below. Please make your nominations via the web (www.tahperd.org) or 1-800-880-7300.
DAVID K. BRACE AWARD
The David K. Brace Award is for individuals who are clearly outstanding in the profession, who exemplify the best in service, teaching,
and/or administration, who are recognized by members as noteworthy leaders, and whose lives and contributions inspire others. The
criteria are:
1. Served the HPERD profession for a minimum of twenty (20) years in Texas.
2. Member of TAHPERD for ten (10) years immediately preceding nomination.
3. Received a state, district, or national award for professional contributions.
4. Clearly outstanding in the profession and have exemplified the best in service, teaching, and/or administration.
5. Provide documented evidence of extensive professional involvement in an associated national organization such as SHAPE
America.
6. Has received the Honor Award.
HONOR AWARD
The Honor Award is for significant contributions to health education, physical education, recreation, and/or dance. The criteria are:
1. Served the profession for a minimum of ten (10) years in Texas.
2. Member of TAHPERD for five (5) years immediately preceding nomination.
3. Significant contributions to health education, physical education, recreation, and/or dance through one or more of the following:
excellence in teaching; outstanding administrative achievement; significant contribution to researcher creative endeavors;
leadership in professional organizations at state, district, and national levels to include TAHPERD; contribution to professional literature; and outstanding community service.
TAHPERD SCHOLAR AWARD
In order to be considered, an individual must have been a member of TAHPERD for the five years preceding nomination. The selection
will be based on qualifications in terms of training and experience and on the basis of scholarly activity in publications and presentations at the state and national level.
Nominees must provide the following information:
1. A letter of recommendation
2. Present position and institution
3. Degrees held
4. Professional experience
5. Publications in scholarly journals
6. Presentations at professional meetings
7. Name of person making recommendation
8. Evidence of scholarly creative endeavors
EDUCATOR/PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARDS
TAHPERD recognizes outstanding teaching and professional involvement by selecting and honoring teachers and/or professionals
of the year in Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Those receiving such recognition are advanced for similar honors
awarded by Southern District AAHPERD (13 southern states). Those eligible are forwarded to SHAPE America for consideration
for National Awards.
In order to be considered for this award a person must be a TAHPERD member for three (3) successive years prior to nomination. After
receiving the names of nominees, each will be asked to document their professional success in a formal application. To be eligible for
competition beyond the state level, award recipients must be members of the SHAPE America.
EMERGING PROFESSIONAL AWARD
The criteria for this award:
1. Must have been working five (5) or fewer years in the profession since obtaining their undergraduate degree with a major/minor
in HPERD
2. Recognized excellence in professional duties, i.e., teaching, coaching, administration, etc.
3. Leadership and service to the profession to include contributions made to TAHPERD conventions, workshops, and conferences
4. Contributions made to her/his community
5. Enthusiastic promotion of the HPERD profession
6. Must have been a student or professional member of TAHPERD for two years at time of nomination.
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PATHFINDER AWARD
The TAHPERD Pathfinder Award provides state recognition to women who have demonstrated continuous dedication to the advocacy,
recruitment, and enhancement of girls and women in sport and sport leadership in Texas. The presentation for the TAHPERD
Pathfinder Award will qualify a TAHPERD member for consideration for the NAGWS national Pathfinder Award. The criteria for
this award:
1.
2.
Candidates must be a current TAHPERD member and for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for the
award.
The female candidate for the Pathfinder Award must have worked for ten (10) or more years in the profession as is evidenced by:
a. Recognized excellence and dedication to the advocacy and recruitment of girls and women in sport and sport leadership in
the State of Texas.
b. Exhibit leadership and service to the profession in girls and women’s sport.
c. Demonstrate enthusiastic promotion of girls and women’s sport within the HPERD profession.
TRAILBLAZER AWARD
The TAHPERD Trailblazer Award is to provide state recognition to TAHPERD members who have demonstrated continuous dedication to the advocacy, recruitment, and enhancement of male and/or female sport and sport leadership in Texas.
The criteria for this award:
1. Candidates must be a current TAHPERD member and for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for the
award.
2. The candidate for the Trailblazer Award must have worked for ten (10) or more years in the profession as is evidenced by:
a. Recognized excellence and dedication to the advocacy and recruitment of athletes in male and/or female sport and sport leadership
in the State of Texas.
b. Exhibit leadership and service to the profession in male and/or female sport.
c. Demonstrate enthusiastic promotion of male and/or female sport within the HPERD profession.
ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS
The Administrator of the Year Award honors those individuals who have dedicated themselves to excellence as administrators or
supervisors, in contributions to their profession, and in service to the mission of TAHPERD. These individuals exemplify the highest
standards in accomplishment and innovation, and in strong and vigorous leadership.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Candidates must be a current TAHPERD member and for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for the
award.
The candidate shall serve as a K-12 or college/university administrator/supervisor of the disciplines for health, physical education,
recreation, and/or dance for five (5) or more years.
Demonstrate leadership in HPERD disciplines at the local and state levels.
Demonstrate advocacy for quality education in the HPERD disciplines.
Demonstrate significant contributions to
a. curriculum development,
b. technology,
c. innovation,
d. staff development,
e. program improvement,
f. resource development in HPERD disciplines.
DANCE HERITAGE AWARD
The TAHPERD Dance Heritage Award is established to provide state recognition to elite TAHPERD members who have demonstrated
continuous leadership and dedication to the advocacy and enhancement of dance in Texas.
The criteria for this award:
1. Candidates must be TAHPERD members for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for the award.
2. Candidates must have worked for ten (10) or more years in the profession as is evidenced by
a. Recognized excellence in education, choreography, performance or scholarship in dance
b. Leadership and service to professional organizations to include TAHPERD
c. Enthusiastic promotion of dance within the HPERD profession
d. Involvement in community outreach programs
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TAHPERD Award Recipients
TAHPERD Award Recipients
1
Later honored with Southern District Award | 2 Later honored with National Award
Adapted Physical Educator
of the Year
Linda K. Barnes, 1993
Terry Bartlett, 2013
Mary Boisen, 2014
Vic Brevard, 2008
Nancy Conkle, 1990
Wendy Fagan, 1992
Randy Foederer, 1996
Tamara Gilstrap, 1991
Thelma “TJ” Hapshie, 2009
1, 2
Linda Hilgenbrinck, 2011
Glenda M. Holt, 20101
Eamon Kennedy, 2003
Kelly Kennedy, 1998
Diane M. Mackey, 1994
Nancy L. Manley, 2007
Vicki Louise Mason,
2000
1
Sherri Mell, 2005
Bernie Ponzio, 1989-90
1
Cindy Slagle, 2006
Robin T. Stevens, 1997
Lucinda Thelen, 2004
Leigh Ann Timber, 2012
Debbie Watson, 1995
of Texas – El Paso, 2005
Tom Durr, Pasadena ISD, 2010
Judy Ehl, American Heart
Association, Texas, 1998
Tommy Fleming, Texas
Education Agency, 2003
L. Harland Ford, Texas
Education Agency
Governor’s Commission on
Physical Fitness
Health & Kinesiology Club - UT
- Pan American, 2010
Dance Educator
Fil Hendrix, Texas Education
of the Year – K-12 1
Agency, 2002
Katha Black, 1989-90
Houston ISD SHAC, Houston
1
Janelle Brady, 2004 1,2
ISD, 2013
LuAnne Carter, 1990
Bob Joy, Abilene ISD, 2012
1,2
Liz Gallego, 2000
Sandra Wright Kibby, Legislative
Veronica Guerrero, 1994
Monitor, 1998
Distinguished
Linda H. James, 1993
Jeff Kloster, Texas Education
Service Award
Bonnie Harwood, 2003
Agency, 2008
American Cancer Society,
Annette Holmes, 2013
Roy Knight, Lufkin ISD,
Texas Division
1
Valerie Komkov Hill, 1,1995
Superintendent, 2009
American Cancer Society,
2
Sanja Korman, 2006
Lawrence E. Lamb, MD, San
Texas Affiliate
1
Mary Martha Lappe, 1987-88
Antonio
American Heart Assoc., Texas,
Josephine Macklin, 2002
Bud LeCrone, Melody House,
2003
Inc.
Administrator of the Year – Rosann McLaughlin-Cox, 1988-89 Clay Anderson, NASA –
Debbie Melton, 1997
College/University
Raini Madden, American Heart
Astronaut, 2008
Roxanne R. Muncy, 2009
Rich Almstedt, 2011
Association
Stephen Barnett, MD, 1999
April Pollard-Chaney,1 2011
Mel Finkenberg, 2007
Matilda (Tillie) Real McCraw,
John Beck, Southwest Texas
Lynn Reynolds, 1998
Steve Furney, 2008
Austin
State University, 2001
Kimberly Staley, 1992
Lois Hale, 2010
F.L. McDonald, Lamar
Molly Berger, Region IV
K.T. McDonald-Treadway, 1991
Rozena McCabe, 2013
University
Education Service Center
Charlotte “Barney” Sanborn, 2014 Lily Cabitu Weiss, 1996
C. Lee Meyer, Pasadena ISD
Richard L. Bohannon, MD,
Juliana Williams, 2014
Richard A. Middleton, North East
Dallas
Administrator of the Year – Marsha (Jessie) Woodcock, 2010
ISD, Superintendent, 2009
R.M. Cavness, Angelo State
K-12
Rachel Naylor, North East ISD,
University
Dance Heritage
Rose Haggerty, 2007
2007
Larry James Chaloupka, Jr.,
Joan Hays, 2012
Barbara Johnson, 2012
Jane Nelson, Texas Senate, 2002
Texas A&M University
Gladys Keeton, 2014
Mary L. Morris, 2010
Pam Overshown, American
Commerce - Retired, 2014
Anne Stewart, 2013
Rachel Naylor, 2013
Heart Association
Jack Christie, DC, Spring
Mario Reyna, 2014
Paso
del Norte Health
Branch
ISD,
1997
David K. Brace Award
Georgiann Roberts, 2008
Foundation,
El Paso, 2005
Johnny
Clark,
Goose
Creek
ISD
Joel A. Bloom, 2010
Sharon Sterchy, 2009
Mary
Knotts
Perkins,
State
Susan
Combs,
Commissioner
Ruth Cady, 1990
Melinda Smith, 2011
Board
of
Education
Texas
Dept.
of
Agriculture,
Irma J. Caton, 1987
Marissa Rathbone, Texas
2004
Quentin Christian, 2012
Dance Educator of the
Education Agency, 2006
Kenneth
H.
Cooper,
MD
Janice LaPointe-Crump, 2014
Year – College/University
Ann
Richards, Governor of
Cooper
Aerobic
Center,
Dallas
Jean Dudney, 1994
Carisa Armstrong,1 2011
Texas
Cypress-Fairbanks
ISD
Mel Finkenberg, 2003
Stan Bobo, 2002
Richardson ISD
Will Davis, State Board of
Steven Furney, 2005
Christine Bergeron, 2012
Wyndell Rivers, American Heart
Education
1
Norman (Buddy) Gilchrest, 1996
Shelley Cushman, 2008
Association, Texas, 2000
Department
of
Kinesiology
Alvera Griffin, 1984
JoAnna Friesen, 1997 1
Joan
Shrader, Spring Branch
and
Health
Education,
Lois Hale, 2002
Elizabeth Gillaspy, 2005 1
ISD,
2011
University
of
Texas
–
Austin
Jesse J. Hawthorne, 1982
Wendy Guess-Hall, 2006
Elvin
Smith,
American Heart
Les
&
Harriet
Dodson
Endowed
Gay James, 2008
Joan Hays, 1994
Association,
Texas
Excellence
Fund,
University
Gladys Keeton, 2011
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Gladys Keeton, 1996
1
Janice LaPointe-Crump, 1999
Bede Leyendecker, 2000
Zelma Mata, 2007
Suzanne Oliver, 2001
Michelle Ozmun, 2014
1
Elizabeth “Libby” Rhodes, 1998
Shirley Rushing, 1995
Lacreacia Sanders, 20131, 2
Molly Snell-Witt, 2004
Anne Stewart, 2003
1
Kitty Magee, 1995
Lynn W. McCraw, 1983
Carolyn Mitchell, 1993
James R. Morrow Jr., 2001
Carmel C. Norton, 1989
Bettye B. Myers, 2007
Pug Parris, 2009
Barbara Menge Peterson, 1998
Grover “Rusty” Pippin, 2004
Hally Beth Poindexter, 1988
Marcella Porter, 1998
J.T. (Ted) Powers, 2013
Claudine J. Sherrill, 1999
Margaret Bray Stapper, 1986
Charles Sterling, 1997
Jack Watson, 2006
Margaret Eileen Wilson, 1991
Michelle Smith, Partnership for
a Healthy Texas, 2007
Ed Snapp, Mississippi
Charles Sterling, Cool Zebra
Inc., 2004
Texas Comprehensive School
Health Initiative
Leah Swanson, American Heart
Association, Texas, 2011
Sandy Weeks, Texas A&M
University Commerce, 2014
Texas Medical Association
Judith Zaffirini, Texas Senate
Ben Zickefoose, Gymnastics to
the Glory of God, 2006
Nancy L. Duncan, 2010
Pat Freedman, 1999
Elaine Gomez, 2003
1
Lynn Gustafson-Haley, 1991
Virginia Lawless, 1996
Dixie McMath, 1989-90
Tamalyn K. Neuendorff, 2007
Carol Peterson, 1987-88
Charlotte A. Sorrel, 1985-86
1
Delia Thibodeaux, 2014
Regina Viktorin, 1986-87
Lisa Wheeler, 2004
Honor Award
Roy Alaniz, 1998
Lisa L. Alastuey, 2013
1
Emerging Professional
C.J. Alderson, 1956
Award
Mary Buice Alderson, 1957
Judy Bloomquist, 2006
Betty Jane Alexander, 1968
Renee Bonin, 2009
Henrietta Avent, 19752
Fernando Castro, 2008
Danny Ballard, 2008
Carlos M. Cervantes, 2012
Barbara Sue Beall, 1985
1
April L. Hooper, 2010
Frank Bearden, 1971
Samual Karns, 2011
Alice C. Bell, 1978
Rebecca Lambdin-Abraham, 2013 Chris Bergeron, 2014
Rachel Naylor, 2004
Peggy Berkstresser, 1996
Nancy Rutherford, 2003
Katha H. Black, 1987
John Tullius, 2005
Betty F. Blakely, 1981
1
Kera Williams, 2001
Jean Blaydes, 1996
Fred Blohm, 1992
Health Educator of the
Joel Bloom, 2002
Year – College/University
Michael Stanley Bobo, 2010
1
Lisa Alastuey, 2009 1
Mike Bobo, 1991
1
Danny Ballard, 1997
David K. Brace, 1956
Quynh Dao Dang,
2014
1
Eldon D. Brinley, 1975
Eva Doyle, 2001
1
Howard S. Brown, 1970
Steven R. Furney, 1994
H. Edsel Buchanan, 1969
Barbara Hernandez, 2013
A.A. Buschman, 1959
Loeen Irons, 2004
Deborah J. Buswell, 2011
1
Gay James, 1999
Helen Byington, 1956 1
Kimberly J. Kato, 2010
Ruth Marie Cady, 1968
Rosanne Keathley, 2002
Frank Calsbeek, 1997
Grover D. (Rusty) Pippin, 1995 Charles Caraway, 1978
1
Henry Ross, 2008
1
Irma J. Caton, 1973
DawnElla Rust, 2005
Jess Cearley, 1960
1
Lon Seiger, 2003
1
Quentin A. Christian, 1994
George Strickland, 2006 1
Frankie Clark, 1966
Tara Tietjen-Smith, 2011 1
John W. Cobb, Jr., 1986
Susan Elaine Ward, 1998
Anne Daily, 2009
David Wiley, 1996
Mike Daniel, 2005
Myron H. Dees, 1975
Health Educator of the
Jim DiNucci, 1996
Year – K-12
Jimmy Disch, 2011
1,2
Mary Bronson-Merki, 1988-89
Eva Doyle, 2002
Joyce Bradley, 1994
Jean F. Dudney, 1987
1
Pam Cates White, 1995
1
Anne Schley Duggan, 1956
Susan Clark, 1993
James C. Elliott, 1987
Denise Coats, 2011
Diana J. Everett, 2010 1
Janet A. Cochran, 2009
Mel E. Finkenberg, 1997
Rebecca Dávila, 1990
“IGNITING THE SPARK”
W.F. (Buddy) Foster, 1964
Ron French, 2007
Arthur Friedman, 1968 1, 2
Steven R. Furney, 1991
1
Carl Gabbard, 1990
Susanna Garrison, 1974
Steven G. Gergeni, 1969
1
Norman (Buddy) Gilchrest, 1989
Joe Gillespie, 1992
Hilton H. Gilliam, 1979
Tamara Gilstrap, 2008
Kathy Goodlett, 2005
Alvera A. Griffin, 19691
Jesse Helen Haag, 1962
Rose Haggerty, 2014
Lois Hale, 1997
Terry Haley, 1998
Beulah Ann Harriss, 1958
Bonnie Harwood, 2006 1
Jesse J. Hawthorne, 1962
Joan C. Hays, 1986
Mary (Sue) Hazelwood, 1990
Joe M. Henderson, 1980 1
Gilbert L. Hermance, 1956
Carolyn Hewatt, 1980
Mary A. Hill, 1984
1
Anna Hiss, 1956
Belle Mead Holm, 1965
Dorothy Ingram, 1974
D. June Irwin, 1970
1
Gay James, 2003
1
Barry L. Johnson, 1985 1
Eveline E. Kappes, 1959
1
Gladys Keeton, 1993
Noeline L. Kelly, 1983
Ted U. Kepple, 1973
Carl W. Landiss, 1964
Janice LaPointe-Crump, 1999
Mary Martha Lappe, 1982
W.D. (Shorty) Lawson, 1978
Fred Leider, 2006
Irma Lewis, 1993
Bede Leyendecker, 2009
Mildred J. Little, 1973
Aileene Lockhart, 1980
1
Janice Longino, 1995
Wilbur M. (Butch) Luce, 1984
Myrtle A. Lucke, 1976
Lynn Luttrell, 2012
Katherine Magee, 1967
Billie Shirley Martin, 1977
James G. Mason, 1986
Zelma Mata, 2012
Virginia Mathews, 1980
Carolyn Mauck, 2008 1
Lynn W. McCraw, 1959
Barry McKeown, 2004
1
Barbara Menge, 1982
Marilu D. Meredith, 2001
193
Lloyd Messersmith, 1956
Paula J. Miller, 2011
1
Carolyn B. Mitchell, 1981 1
Mary Ella Montague, 1966
1,2
Lillian B. Morava, 1984
Kenneth Morgan, 1979
James Morrow, 1992
Mary Agnes Murphy, 1958
Tinker Murray, 1995
Bettye Myers, 1988
Carmel C. Norton, 1976
Lucille Norton, 1963
Shiela O’Gara, 1967
Garland O’Quinn, 2003
Pug Parris, 1993
Robert Pankey, 2000
Jane Patterson, 1971
Dale Pease, 2007
1
Barry C. Pelton, 1984
Arah Phillips, 1960
Judi Phillips, 2012
Reta Jean Pilkey, 1972
Grover D. (Rusty) Pippin, 1989
1
Hally B.W. Poindexter, 1972
Barbara Polansky, 2003
Otho Polk, 1961
Leonard Ponder, 19891
Marcella Porter, 1990
John R. Poteet, 1977 1
Margaret Powell, 1958
J.T. Powers, 1971
Don Rainey, 1994
Tammy Reneé Rainey, 2009
Mario Reyna, 2006
1
Elizabeth Rhodes, 2004
Georgi Roberts, 2013
Eva Hart Rogers, 1965
Joel Rosenswieg, 1983
Shirley Rushing, 1994
Clara N. Russell, 1970
Lloyd Russell, 1957
DawnElla Rust, 2014
Wendell Sadler, 1998
Robert (Bob) Sanderson, 2010
Willie L. Sandling, Jr., 1981
Patricia Schmitt, 1999
Herman Segrest, 1967
Ewell Sessom, 1977
Claudine Sherrill, 1979
Darla Smith, 2007
Jean A. Smith, 1972
E.A. Snapp, 1964
Lewis M. Spears, 1962
Waneen W. Spirduso, 1983
Margaret Bray Stapper, 1957
Sharon A. Sterchy, 2013
Charles L. Sterling, 1984 1
Anne Mason Stewart, 1999
Betty A. Tevis, 1976
1
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TAHPERD Award Recipients
Carl E. Tishler, 1966
Bettie S. Towns, 1988
Martin Urand, 2000
1
Maryhelen Vannier, 1961
Jack Watson, 1974 1
Sandy Weeks, 1995
Rhea H. Williams, 1961
Margaret E. Wilson, 1979
Adolf Yanez, 2001
Russell W. Young, 1982
Ben Zickefoose, 2001
Pathfinder Award
2
Joyce Curtis, 2008 2
Jody Conradt, 2009
Kathy Goodlett, 2014
Margo Harbison, 2013
2
Hally Beth Poindexter,
2012
2
Fran Rush, 2011 2
Darla Smith, 2010
Physical Educator of the
Year – College/University
Judy Bloomquist, 2011
Deborah Buswell, 2005
Susan Hart, 2008
Dolly Lambdin, 2002
Carolyn Mauck, 2006
Kayla Peak, 2012
Rockie D. Pederson, 2009
Sonia Sanford, 2004
José Santiago, 2013
Patricia Sherblom, 2007
Lisa M. Silliman-French, 2010
Susan Wagner, 2014
Ben Zickefoose, 2003
Physical Educator of the
Year – Elementary
Ben Avalos, 1995
Sylvia G. Beatty, 2000
1
Jean Blaydes, 1992
Barb Brantner, 2002
1
Dawn Breihan, 1989-90
Kristine Brockhagen, 2011
Charlene E. Brown, 2007
Lisa Bunting, 1996
Pam Ernest, 1991
Karen Fetner, 2001
Rebecca Fuchs, 1999
Sue Hazelwood, 19941
Janice Longino, 1990
Beverly Malin-Pankratz, 1993
Lauren Mikulencak, 2013
Terri L. O’Bryant, 2009
1
Barbara M. Peterson, 1986-87
Terri Pitts, 2014
Renee Rainey, 2005
Joan P. Schroeder, 1987-88
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Michelle Schtoeder, 2001
1
Carole F. Smith, 1997
Janice L. Swope, 2010
Frank Tighe, 1998
Richard Urbanczyk, 2004
Robert Vogler, 2003
Shirl Walter, 2006
Barbara Waters, 2008
Lisa Wheeler, 2012
James D. Woods, 1988-89
Physical Educator of the
Year – High School 1
Katha H. Black, 1985-86
Wendell Brown, 1992
Aubrey (Ron) Cartlidge, 1984-85
Paula Ceaser, 2014
Diane Davey, 2006
Peggy Davis, 1998
Shelly Drumm, 2011
Linda Fernandez, 1996
Patricia E. Hayes, 1986-87
Jean Horn, 2008
Thomas Hubble, 1990
Irma D. Lewis, 1987-88
Jesse Marsh, 1995
1,2
Lillian B. Morova, 1984-85
Becky Muckleroy, 2000
Dahlia Page, 2007
1
Barbara Polansky, 1991
Don Rainey, 1989-90
Bob Sanderson, 1999
Sharon Springer, 2002
Bettie S. Towns, 1988-89
1
Joe Winfield, 1993
Joan Walker, 1997
Physical Educator of the
Year – Middle School
Peggy Berkstresser, 1994
Lynne Brown, 1998
Deanna Carrillo, 1997
Carla Derington, 2011
Brenda Edwards, 2000
Linda Fernandez, 1996
Kathi Hill, 2001
Amy Holtman, 2008
Mary Mendez, 2012
Jessica Nella, 2009
Renee Rainey, 1993
Jamie Ridgway, 2006
Cynthia Roesler, 1995
Janie Rodriguez, 2010
Elizabeth (Bette) Speer, 1992
Recreation Professional
of the Year
1
Richard Almstedt, 2004
Burnie Battles, 1992
1
Mert Bishop, 1994
Joel Bloom, 2005
1
Darlynda Brightwell, 2002
1
Jo Lynn Brown, 2000
Camille Bunting, 1989-90
John Fortner, 1995
Norman 1,(Buddy)
Gilchrest,
2
1988-89
1
Tresa Gilchrest, 1999
1
TJ Hapshie, 2011
1
Sandy Kimbrough, 2008
Irma Lewis, 1996
1
Mickey Little, 1987-88
Lynn Lutrell, 2003
Desiree McKinney, 11998
Jamey Plunk, 2010
Rick Robbins, 1997
Karen Rohe, 2009
Derek Sandoval, 2006
Erik Silvius, 2007
David Shows, 2001
Alisa (Winki) Smith, 2012
Jim Stahl, 1991
Cleddy Varner, 1993
Shirl Walter, 2014
Student Scholarship
Recipients
Monica Gonzalez, Texas Woman’s
University, 2014
Jakesia King, Texas A&M
University – Commerce, 2014
Rulan Shangguan, University of
Texas Austin, 2014
Adolph Delgado, University of
San Antonio, 2013
Michelle Enos, Texas Woman’s
University, 2013
Matthew Smith, Texas State
University, 2013
Kaelum Messer, Texas A&M
University – Kingville, 2012
Haley Mull, Texas A&M
University – Commerce, 2012
Kathy Vazquez, University of
Texas – El Paso, 2012
Caitlin Hall, University of Texas
– Arlington, 2011
Holly Langford, Texas A&M
University – Commerce, 2011
Merika Perez, Texas A&M
University – Kingsville, 2011
Caitlin Hall, University of Texas
– Arlington, 2010
Wendi E. Parrish, Lee College,
2010
Scholar Award
Amber Henderson, University of
Lawrence D. Abraham, 1994
Texas – Pan American, 2009
Janice LaPointe-Crump, 1991
Cheyenne Motley, Tarleton State
Jim DiNucci, 1997
University, 2009
Jimmy Disch, 2012
Christian Trevino, University of
Linus J. Dowell, 1988
Texas – Pan American, 2009
Mel Finkenberg, 1999
Dustin Kelm, Stephen F. Austin
JoAnna Friesen, 1996
State University, 2008
Steven Furney, 19921
Katrina Little, Texas A&M
Carl Gabbard, 2001
University – Commerce, 2008
Joan C. Hays, 1987
Mark Sharrow, Texas A&M
Andrew S. Jackson, 1990
University at Kingsville, 2008
Gay James, 2004
Rebecca
Lambdin-Abraham,
Bede Leyendecker, 2014
University of Texas at Austin,
Aileene Lockhart, 1984
2007
Ron McBride, 2007
Veronica Rodriguez, Texas A&M
Lynn W. McCraw, 1985
University at Kingsville, 2007
Mary Ella Montague, 1982 1
Jolene Volek, Tarleton State
James R. Morrow, Jr., 1993
University, 2007
Tinker Murray, 1995
Ashley Marie Castino, Lamar
Dale Pease, 2000
University, 2006
Hally B.W. Poindexter, 1983
Shelly Fidler, Tarleton State
B.E. “Buzz” Pruitt, 1998
University, 2006
Jean Pyfer, 1989 1
Mary Lou Trinidad, University of
Deborah Rhea, 2011
Texas at Pan American, 2006
Charlotte “Barney” Sanborn, 2008
Stephanie Alvarez, Texas A&M
Lisa Silliman-French, 2005
University at Kingsville, 2005
Nestor Sherman, 2006
Vanessa Hebel, Tarleton State
Waneen W. Spirduso, 1986
University, 2005
Ping Xiang, 2009
James Allen, Stephen F. Austin
State University, 2004
Sandra Dutchover, University of
Texas at El Paso, 2004
Johanna Ryza, Texas A&M
University, 2004
Erica Walther, Texas A&M
University, 2003
Brandi Smith, Texas Woman’s
University, 2002
Amy Boettcher, Texas A&M
University, 2001
Sara Peter, Sam Houston State
University, 2001
Judy (Vandervest) Bloomquist,
Texas A&M University at
Kingsville, 2001
Raeginnia “Ginnie” Stuksa, Sam
Houston State University, 2000
Traci Hightower, Abilene Christian
University, 2000
Shane McBride, Texas A&M
University – Commerce, 2000
Stacey Parrish, Tarleton State
University, 1999
Nakkia Fuchs, Texas A&M
University – Commerce, 1999
Sonia Dominguez, Texas State
University, 1999
Lisa Graham, Southwest Texas
State University, 1998
Tara Ann McClure, Southwest
Texas State University, 1998
Keenya Annecoinette “Angel” Ray,
Stephen F. Austin State
University, 1998
Vicky L. Branch, University of
Mary Hardin-Baylor, 1997
Ronnie Dean Perry, Tarleton
State University, 1997
Wendy M. Wiley, Tarleton State
University, 1997
Michele Gist, Texas Woman’s
University, 1997
Kera Hall, Stephen F. Austin,
State University, 1997
Jonathan Dugas, Texas Christian
University, 1996
Russell Reed Kallus, Texas A&M
University, 1996
Virginia B. Lindsey, Texas Woman’s
University, 1996
Alicia Castillo, Texas A&M
University at Kingsville, 1996
Alicia Gomez, Austin College,
1996
Linda Hilgenbrinck, Texas Woman’s
University, 1996
Wm. Jason Rutledge, McMurry
University, 1996
Alesa Ryker, University of Texas
– San Antonio, 1996
Carrie Stern, Stephen F. Austin
State University, 1994
Michelle Mackey, Angelo State
University, 1994
Kerri Kallus, Texas A&M
University, 1994
Jo Ann Alaniz, Texas A&M
University at Corpus Christi,
1993
LeLena Carpenter, McMurry
University, 1993
Ramond Simpson, Tarleton State
University, 1993
Terina Aguirre, Incarnate Word
College, 1990
Reymundo Carreon, Texas A&I
University, 1990
Julie E. Etheredge, Tarleton State
University, 1990
Stephanie C. Fetcher, East Texas
State University, 1990
Michelle Gardner, Abilene
Christian University, 1990
Michele Houston, McMurry
University, 1990
Cheryl Hughes, East Texas State
University, 1990
Deanne King, University of
Texas at Permian Basin, 1990
Garland LaPrade, East Texas
State University, 1990
Cynthia D. Luensmann, Angelo
State University, 1990
Josie Mata, Hardin Simmons
University, 1990
John C. McCrary, Tarleton State
University, 1990
Monica A. Meyers, Southwest
Texas State University, 1990
Meredith Ann Morin, Texas A&I
University, 1990
Luis B. Samaniego, Angelo State
University, 1990
Gina Lee Santleben, St. Philips
College, 1990
Tammy Schilling, Texas A&M
University, 1990
Jennifer Smith, Hardin Simmons
University, 1990
Tamara Sutherland, University
of Texas at Permian Basin, 1990
Anthony Watkins, McMurry
University, 1990
Melissa Becktold, Texas A&M
University, 1989
Susan Alford, Northridge Junior
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College, 1989
Mary Engelman, San Antonio
College, 1989
Donna Parker, Southwest Texas
State University, 1985
Jacqueline Carol Ward, McMurry
College, 1985
Dawn Marie Breihan, Teacher,
Southwest
Texas
State
University, 1985
Vicki Lynn Gibson, University of
Houston, 1985
Isabel Anne Brandt, Kilgore Junior
College, 1984
Tina Rene Richnow, Alvin
Community College, 1984
Allison Jean Adams, Texas
Christian University, 1983
Richard Rene Flores, University
of Texas at Arlington, 1983
Donna Michelle Savage, San Jacinto
Jr. College - North, 1983
Mark A. White, Texas A&I
University, 1982
David Brien Longhofer, Southwest
Texas State University, 1981
Kenneth Cory Smith, Sam
Houston State University, 1981
Patricia Elaine Miller, Stephen F.
Austin State University, 1980
Rita Elaine Reyna, Texas A&I
University, 1980
Angela Dawn Murphy, East Texas
State University, 1979
Sheila Yvonne Roberts, Texas
Woman’s University, 1979
Eulala Eileen Hulme, Baylor
University, 1978
Mary Ellen Widacki, University
of Houston, 1978
Melonie Sue Kramer, Temple Jr.
College, 1977
Deborah Gayle Layton, Texas
A&M University, 1977
Shirley Kay Davis, Southwest
Texas State University, 1976
Alyson Melissa Lacey, University
of Texa at Austin, 1976
Arlene Marie Kubesch, Southwest
Texas State University, 1975
Pamela Kay Wallace, Stephen F.
Austin State University, 1975
Ruth Alice Potts, East Texas State
University, 1974
Lillian Ann Werthmann, Texas
Woman’s University, 1974
Dorothy L. Moore, Southwest
Texas State University, 1973
Jan Wynn, Kilgore College, 1973
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Amy Susan Lauterbach, University
of Texas at Austin, 1972
Kathy Elizabeth Wessels, University
of Houston, 1972
Janet Ruth Lindsay, Alvin Jr.
College, 1971
Jane Ann Allerton, San Jacinto Jr.
College, 1970
John Noel Havard, Stephen F.
Austin State University, 1970
Trailblazer Award
Rich Almstedt, 2013
Wendell Sadler, 2008
Jesse Hawthorne, 2009
Beth Palmer, 2011
Bob Sanderson, 2014
Darlene H. Schmidt, 2010
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Later honored with Southern District
Award
1
2
Later honored with National Award
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TAHPERD Award Recipients
Discontinued Awards....
TAHPERD Media Award
1996 Physical
Education/Dance:
Lynne Brown
Journalist: Ny Lynn Nichols
1997 Physical
Educators:
1
Jean Blaydes , Terry Condrasky
and Barbara Townsend
Journalist: Scott Greenberger
1998 Physical Educators:
Ben Avalos and Bob Sanderson
Journalist: Robert Seltzer
and Randy Cluck
2000 Physical Educators:
Julian Monceaux
Journalist: Deborah Knapp
Bonilla
Outstanding PEPI Persons
Roy Alaniz, 1993
Katha Black, 1985
Betty Blakely, 1980
Jean Dudney, 1988
Pam Ernest, 1993 1
Carl Gabbard, 1984
1
Norman (Buddy) Gilchrest, 1989
Kim Goertemiller, 1993
Alvera Griffin, 1983
Mary Martha Lappe, 1987-88
Irma Lewis, 1990
Lynn W. McCraw, 19781,2
Lillian B. Morava, 1979
Pug Parris, 1986
Grover D. (Rusty) Pippin, 1982
Hally B.W. Poindexter, 1981
Sharon Sterchy, 1994
Charles L. Sterling, 1977
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TAHPERD Strategic Plan
Mission:
The Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance is committed to the development of knowledge and
programs that promote active, healthy lifestyles and enhance skilled, aesthetic motor performance.
Vision:
1.
Raise awareness
Rally HPERD professionals, parents, legislators, as well as related associations and organizations around TAHPERD’s mission
2.
Change perceptions
Influence audiences that quality HPERD programs are effective, attainable, and desirable
3.
Create understanding
Educate professionals, parents, legislators, media, as well as related associations and organizations about the importance of
daily physical activity, health knowledge, artistic expression and recreational activities to help develop the mind, body, and
spirit
Outcomes:
•
Increased membership by promoting and retaining members
•
Advocacy by parents and community for school based HPERD programs
•
Collaboration with related associations and organizations
•
Support for HPERD programs through legislative action and initiatives with key state agencies
PRIMARY GOAL I:
PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT FOR QUALITY PROGRAMMING
Rationale: Instructional support is a priority request by members. This support will sustain and expand membership, provide access
to best practices in instruction and program planning, address student expectations and outcomes outlined in the Texas
Administrative / Education Codes, create networking opportunities, and increase TAHPERD visibility and viability.
Objective A: Provide content specific presentations at Annual Convention, Summer Conference, and TAHPERD Workshops.
Strategies:
1.
Utilize TAHPERD members from HPERD disciplines to identify and develop topics for presentations.
2.
Collaborate with the Texas Education Agency and Educational Service Centers to develop presentations affiliated with the
Center for Educator Development.
3.
Support at least two workshops in geographic areas of the state most removed from the Summer Conference and Annual
Convention.
4.
Focus on quality of instruction and a coordinated approach to program development.
Evidence:
1.
Design conventions, conferences and workshops that offer an interdisciplinary and coordinated approach to quality programming.
2.
Increase number of members who attend TAHPERD professional events.
3.
Increase new membership and retain members who cannot attend Summer Conference and Annual Convention through
TAHPERD Workshops.
Objective B: Increase collaboration between TAHPERD and teacher preparation programs
Strategies:
1.
Identify critical components of the university teacher preparation process that lead to successful public school experiences
for HPERD graduates.
2.
Advocate for a strong pedagogical emphasis in all programs that prepare teachers in HPERD.
3.
Encourage mentor relationships between university students and K-12 TAHPERD professionals.
4.
Increase TAHPERD visibility on university and college campuses.
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Evidence:
1.
Provide presentations addressing the university HPERD teacher preparation process.
2.
Increase student membership and involvement in TAHPERD.
3.
Retain student members as professional members.
Objective C: Create an “Exemplary Programs” process where individual schools and districts would be recognized and
showcased
Strategies:
1.
Establish criteria to reflect a coordinated approach that recognizes the diversity and value of each discipline of the
Association. Minimum criteria should include a School Health Advisory Council (SHAC), a coordinated health program
and mandated elementary physical education minutes.
2.
Establish nomination and selection processes for individual schools and districts.
3.
Market “Exemplary Programs.”
Evidence:
1.
Publish criteria for excellence in programming.
2.
Recognize “Exemplary Programs."
Objective D: Focus publications on program quality, instructional issues and research.
Strategies:
1.
Provide members with cutting edge teaching strategies and curricula.
2.
Provide a venue for publication and dissemination of research.
Evidence:
1.
Publish a minimum of six instruction related activities in the Journal annually.
2.
Publish a minimum of two peer-reviewed articles per Journal.
PRIMARY GOAL II:
BECOME AN EFFECTIVE ADVOCATE FOR THE PROFESSIONS OF HPERD AND THE ASSOCIATION
Rationale: TAHPERD must maintain a commitment to promote HPERD programs and enhance the public’s awareness of the
importance of active healthy lifestyles. To do this, efforts in marketing and advocacy for the HPERD professions and the association
must be developed, implemented, and sustained.
Objective A: Design and implement a comprehensive internal and external public relations, advocacy, and marketing campaign.
Strategies:
1.
Identify and maintain a systematic, long-range approach utilizing multiple media venues that will keep TAHPERD's
message visible to targeted internal and external markets.
2.
Promote healthy lifestyles through publications, website content, conference programming and other TAHPERD products,
services and functions.
Evidence:
1.
View efforts via the website, publications, workshops, and convention.
2.
Examine support from the public and educational community.
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Objective B: Develop effective partnerships with associations and organizations with similar interests.
Strategies:
1.
Maintain systematic contact and communication with organizations that can aid the association’s cause such as the Texas
Medical Association, Texas PTA, American Heart Association, Texas high school girls and boys coaches associations, elementary principals and supervisors associations, arts education associations, and etc.
2.
Partner with experts to develop advocacy and public relations strategies.
3.
Partner with the Texas Education Agency's Centers for Educator Development and related organizations to support efforts
to improve instructional programs across the state.
Evidence:
1.
Assess partnerships and collaborations with related associations, agencies, and organizations.
2.
Increase visibility of the Association within the educational, business, medical, and political arenas.
3.
Pursue and maintain reciprocal agreements for attendance at other conferences and conventions.
4.
Maintain coalitions that can change public policy for the benefit of TAHPERD and the HPERD professions.
Approved by Board of Directors: December 2001
Amended:
April 2004
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Articles of Incorporation
Articles of Incorporation
Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. The undersigned natural person over the age of eighteen
(18), acting as an incorporator, adopts the following Articles of Incorporation of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance (“Corporation”) under the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act (the “Act”).
ARTICLE 1: Name
The name of the Corporation is Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
ARTICLE 2: Nonprofit Corporation
The Corporation is a nonprofit corporation. Upon dissolution, all of Corporation’s assets shall be distributed to the State of Texas
or an organization exempt from taxes under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) for one or more purposes that are exempt
under the Texas franchise tax. The Corporation shall be the successor to an unincorporated association of the same name with its
headquarters located in Austin, Texas. The incorporator has been authorized to execute these Articles of Incorporation by the consent of a majority of the members of the unincorporated association.
ARTICLE 3: Duration
The duration of the Corporation is perpetual.
ARTICLE 4: Purposes
Mission Statement: The Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance is the primary professional organization for developing and promoting the disciplines and professions of health, physical education, recreation and dance in the State
of Texas. The Association is a professional organization committed to the development of knowledge and programs that foster active
and healthy lifestyles and to the enhancement of skilled and aesthetic motor performance.
The purposes for which the Corporation is organized are to perform charitable activities within the meaning of Internal Revenue
Code Section 501(c)(3) and Texas Tax Code Section 11.18(c)(1). Specifically, the Corporation is organized:
1. To enhance and continually improve programs provided to the general public by professionals in the disciplines of health, physical education (including, without limitation, human performance, movement education, and kinesiology), recreation, and
dance.
2. To support, encourage, and provide guidance in developing and conducting school and community programs throughout the
State of Texas relating to health, physical education, recreation, and dance.
3. To promote and facilitate the continued education and exchange of ideas of those professionals active in the disciplines of health,
physical education, recreation, and dance in the State of Texas.
4. To increase the public’s understanding and appreciation of the importance and value of the disciplines of health, physical education, recreation, and dance, and the contribution of these disciplines to the welfare of society as a whole.
5. To encourage and facilitate technical research and advances in the disciplines and science of health, physical education, recreation,
and dance and to disseminate the results and findings from such research among those professionals active in these disciplines
and to the general public.
6. To encourage the research, development, and distribution of educational articles in health, physical education, recreation, and
dance, and to produce and distribute publications setting forth the results of such research and related educational materials in
the disciplines of health, physical education, recreation, and dance.
7. To evaluate and promote the highest professional standards for those professionals practicing and programs relating to the disciplines of health, physical education, recreation, and dance.
8. To hold such conventions and sponsor such conferences, institutes, and other meetings to effectively carry out the purposes of
the organization and to coordinate the activities of local organizations active in these disciplines in the State of Texas.
9. To cooperate with other organizations with similar purposes or interests as the Corporation.
10. To conduct such other activities as shall be approved by the Board of Directors of the Corporation that will enhance the effectiveness of health, physical education (including, without limitation, human performance, movement education, and kinesiology),
recreation, and dance to improve the general welfare of society.
ARTICLE 5: Powers
Except as otherwise provided in these Articles, the Corporation shall have all of the powers provided in the Act.
ARTICLE 6: Restrictions and Requirements
The Corporation shall not pay dividends or other corporate income to its members, directors, or officers or otherwise accrue distributable profits or permit the realization of private gain. The Corporation shall have no power to take any action prohibited by the
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Act. The Corporation shall not have the power to engage in any activities, except to an insubstantial degree, that are not in furtherance of the purposes set forth above. The Corporation shall have no power to take any action that would be inconsistent with the
requirements for a tax exemption under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) and related regulations, rulings, and procedures.
The Corporation shall have no power to take any action that would be inconsistent with the requirements for receiving tax
deductible charitable contributions under Internal Revenue Code Section 170(c)(2) and related regulations, rulings, and procedures.
Regardless of any other provision in these Articles of Incorporation or state law, the Corporation shall have no power to:
1. Engage in activities or use its assets in manners that are not in furtherance of one or more exempt purposes, as set forth above
and defined by the Internal Revenue Code and related regulations, rulings, and procedures, except to an insubstantial degree.
2. Serve a private interest other than one that is clearly incidental to an overriding public interest.
3. Devote more than an insubstantial part of its activities to attempting to influence legislation except as provided by the Internal
Revenue Code and related regulations, rulings, and procedures.
4. Participate in or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office. The prohibited
activities include the publishing or distributing of statements and any other direct or indirect campaign activities.
5. Have objectives that characterize it as an “action organization” as defined by the Internal Revenue Code and related regulations,
rulings, and procedures.
6. Distribute its assets on dissolution other than for one or more exempt purposes. On dissolution, the Corporation’s assets shall
be distributed to the state government for a public purpose or to an organization exempt from taxes under Internal Revenue
Code Section 501(c)(3) to be used to accomplish the general purposes for which the Corporation was organized, as described
by the Board of Directors.
7. Permit any part of the net earnings of the Corporation to insure to the benefit of any member, officer or director of the
Corporation or any private individual.
8. Carry on an unrelated trade or business except as a secondary purpose related to the Corporation’s primary, exempt purposes.
ARTICLE 7: Membership
The Corporation may have one or more classes of members as provided in the bylaws of the Corporation.
ARTICLE 8: Registered Office and Agent
The street address of the registered office of the Corporation is 7910 Cameron Road, Austin, Texas 78754. The name of the registered
agent at this office is Diana Everett.
ARTICLE 9: Board of Directors
The qualifications, manner of selection, duties, terms, and other matters relating to the Board of Directors (the “Board of Directors”)
shall be as provided in the bylaws. The initial 1991 Board of Directors are listed in the original document.
ARTICLE 10: Limitations on Liability of Directors
A director shall not be liable to the Corporation or members for monetary damages for an act or omission in the director’s capacity
as director except to the extent otherwise provided by a statute of the State of Texas.
ARTICLE 11: Indemnification
The Corporation may indemnify a person who was, is, or is threatened to be made a named defendant or respondent in litigation or
other proceedings because the person is or was a director or other person related to the Corporation as provided by the provisions
in the Act governing indemnification. As provided in the bylaws, the Board of Directors shall have the power to define the requirements and limitations for the Corporation to indemnify directors, officers, members, or others related to the Corporation.
ARTICLE 12: Construction
All references in these Articles of Incorporation to statutes, regulations, or other sources of legal authority shall refer to the authorities
cited, or their successors, as they may be amended from time to time.
ARTICLE 13: Incorporators
The name and street address of the incorporator is:
Name of Incorporator:
James L. Montgomery
Amended:
December 1998
November 2000
December 2008
Street Address:
100 Congress Avenue, Suite 1440
Austin Texas 78701
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Bylaws
Bylaws
Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, Inc.
(A Texas Non-Profit Corporation)
These Bylaws govern the affairs of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Inc., a non-profit
corporation (“TAHPERD”) organized under the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act (the “Act”).
ARTICLE 1: OFFICE
Section 1.1. Principal Office. The principal office of TAHPERD in the State of Texas shall be located at 7910 Cameron Road, Austin,
Texas 78754. TAHPERD may have other such offices, either in Texas or elsewhere, as the Board of Directors shall determine.
Section 1.2. Registered Office and Registered Agent. TAHPERD shall comply with the requirements of the Act and maintain a registered
office and registered agent in Texas. The registered office may, but need not be, identical with TAHPERD’s principal office in Texas.
The Board of Directors may change the registered office and the registered agent as provided in the Act.
ARTICLE 2: MEMBERSHIP
Section 2.1. Members. The membership of TAHPERD shall consist of Professional Members, Associate Members, Student
Members, Retired Members, and Emeritus Members.
Section 2.2. Professional Members. Professional Members are individuals educated with university or college degrees and/or certified
professionals employed in the fields of health education, physical education, recreation, or dance.
Section 2.3. Associate Members. Associate Members are individuals not qualifying for another form of membership, for example,
teacher aides, teachers certified in another teaching area.
Section 2.4. Student Members. Student Members are undergraduate students and full-time graduate students, enrolled at colleges and
universities preparing for careers in health education, physical education, recreation, dance, or allied fields. Individuals who are
employed in the fields of health education, physical education, recreation, or dance and/or attending graduate school
part time must be professional members.
Section 2.5. Retired Members. Retired Members are individuals who have retired from employment and who have been Professional
Members of any state association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance for a total of 20 years, which must include
10 consecutive years as a member of TAHPERD. Individuals who qualify for membership as a Retired Member shall be eligible to
participate in all activities of TAHPERD, including holding office and voting. Individuals who are employed in the fields of
health education, physical education, recreation, or dance and/or attending graduate school part time must be professional members.
Section 2.6. Emeritus Members. Emeritus Members are individuals who have been a Professional Member of any state association of
Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance for a total of 30 cumulative years or 25 consecutive years, either of which must
include 10 years as a member of TAHPERD, or any predecessor association, and who have retired from employment in the field of
health, physical education, recreation, and dance. Persons who qualify for membership as an Emeritus Member shall be eligible,
without dues, to participate in all membership activities of TAHPERD; except that, no such members may hold an elected office in
TAHPERD. These members shall also receive the TAHPERD Journal without cost. Individuals who are employed in the fields
of health education, physical education, recreation, or dance and/or attending graduate school part time must be professional members.
Section 2.7. Membership Applications. All prospective members of TAHPERD must submit an application for membership. The
Executive Director shall determine whether the individual qualifies for membership in TAHPERD and the type of membership
assigned in accordance with these Bylaws.
Section 2.8. Rights of Members.
Professional Members and Retired Members shall have the right to hold an office and serve as a delegate in the
Representative Assembly of TAHPERD.
Associate Members are not entitled to hold office or serve as a delegate in the Representative Assembly of TAHPERD, but
shall receive all other benefits of membership.
Student Members have the right to hold office in the Student Section and to serve as delegates for the Representative
Assembly.
Emeritus Members are eligible, without dues, to participate in all membership activities of TAHPERD, except they may not
hold an elected office or serve as a delegate in the Representative Assembly of TAHPERD.
All members shall receive the TAHPERD Journal and other such materials TAHPERD publishes or distributes to its members,
as determined by the Board of Directors.
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Section 2.9. Annual Dues. The Board of Directors shall set the annual dues of TAHPERD. The annual dues shall begin with
February, May, or October as indicated by the application.
Five Year Payment Plan: TAHPERD has a five year dues structure. These dues are to be calculated as 87% of the cost of five single year payments.
Section 2.10. Good Standing. A member is considered in good standing if dues are current. An individual may be restored to membership in good standing by the payment of current dues. Members are able to buy back lapsed years of membership at the current
membership rate.
Article 3: ORGANIZATION
Section 3.1. Organizational Divisions. The membership of TAHPERD shall be divided into Areas, Divisions, and Sections (defined
below) for purposes of providing representation within and officers for the organization of TAHPERD.
Section 3.2. Areas. TAHPERD shall be divided into twelve (12) geographical areas. Each of these Areas shall act as Sections of the
Area Division. Section officers will act as delegates to the Representative Assembly (defined below) and may conduct workshops or
conferences as the Areas deem appropriate.
Section 3.3. Divisions. TAHPERD shall be divided into seven divisions (the “Divisions”): (a) College, (b) Dance, (c) General, (d)
Health, (e) Physical Education, (f) Recreation, and (g) Area. Each Division shall have an “Executive Committee” composed of a
Vice President, Vice President-elect, immediate Past Vice President, and a representative from the Student Members. These officers
shall be nominated and elected by the Representative Assembly as approved in Article VI below; except that, the representative from
the Student Members shall be selected by these officers after their election. The Executive Committee shall conduct such activities
as are deemed necessary or appropriate between the Annual Conventions of TAHPERD to carry out the purposes of the Division
and to ensure the continuity of their operations.
Section 3.4. Sections. The Divisions shall be divided into the following sections (the “Sections”):
Area Division
Areas 1-12 Sections
College Division
Assessment and Evaluation Section
College Administrators Section
College Basic Activities Section
Professional Preparation Section
Research Section
Sport Management Section
Student Section
Dance Division
Dance Aesthetics Section
Dance Pedagogy Section
Dance Performance Section
Dance Wellness Section
Dance Social and Cultural Forms Section
General Division
Diversity Section
Instructional Technology Section
Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart Section
K-12 Administrators Section
Health Division
Community Health Education Section
Health Promotions Section
Instructional Program Section
Professional Education Section
Physical Education Division
Adapted Physical Education Section
Early Childhood Education Section
Elementary School Physical Education Section
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Middle and High School Physical Education Section
Sports Section
Recreation Division
Adventure Education Section
Leisure Activities and Sports Section
Outdoor Education Section
Water Sports Section
(a) Purpose. The name of each Section describes and shall refer to the primary interests of members who constitute the Section, and
each Section shall have the right to fix the qualifications of its members. The chief purposes of each Section shall be to evaluate
current events in their areas of interest, assist in programs related to their area of interest, and carry out such other activities as
the members of the Section shall identify. The activities of each Section shall culminate in conducting or collaborating in at least
two programs to be presented at the Annual Convention. These programs may be attended by any member of TAHPERD. Each
Area Division Section is responsible for holding elections at convention but is not required to provide programs.
(b) Formation and Termination. New Sections may be formed upon the petitioning of the Board of Directors through the Executive
Committee by fifty (50) Professional Members with a common interest in a subject not currently represented by an existing
Section, and upon the approval of the Representative Assembly. The petition must contain a rationale for formation of the section and a list of section officers for the first year. It must be presented in person to the Board of Directors and, if recommended for approval by the Board, to the Representative Assembly for final approval. Existing Sections may be dissolved through the
same process or, at the discretion of the TAHPERD Executive Committee after a review of the section’s viability by the Division
Executive Committee with input from division committee members. Section reviews will be conducted on a three (3) year basis
and shall include reviews of:
1. Effective leadership by section officers as evidenced by:
a. having provided a complete slate of officer candidates, including student representative in the section report to the Board
of Directors by October 31;
b.Having conducted two programs at the previous convention;
c. Being active at leadership and summer conferences;
d. Having attended the Representative Assembly;
2. Programming, as evidenced by:
a. program quality
b. members’ attendance at section program meetings.
(c) Executive Committee. Each Section shall have an “Executive Committee” composed of the officers of the Section, the immediate
Past Chair of the Section, and a representative from the Student Members. The Executive Committee shall conduct such activities as are deemed necessary or appropriate between the Annual Conventions of TAHPERD to carry out the purposes of the
Section and to ensure the continuity of its operation.
(d) Officers. Section officers shall consist of a Chair, a Chair-elect, a Past Chair, and a Secretary, except for the Student Section officers which are Chair, Chair-elect, 1st Vice Chair, 2nd Vice Chair, and Secretary. The Chair shall make an annual report for the
Section to the Executive Director of TAHPERD at least thirty (30) days prior to the Annual Convention. Following the Section
elections during the Annual Convention, the Chair shall make a report to the Executive Director on the Sections’ convention
programs and listing the new officers of the Section. The Section’s officers shall serve as the nominating committee for their
successors in office and no such officers may succeed themselves.
(e) Election of Officers. The Officers of the Sections shall be elected by the votes of the voting members of each particular Section at
the official meeting of the Section during the Annual Convention. This election shall be conducted in accordance with the
Operating Code adopted and approved by the Board of Directors for such purpose. Those persons nominated for office must
be actively engaged in the area of interest represented by the Section. If a vacancy occurs in the office of Chair, then the Chairelect shall become Chair for the remainder of the term. If a vacancy occurs in the offices of Chair-elect or Secretary, the person
with the second highest vote in the election for such offices shall assume these offices. If this person is unable to serve, then the
President of TAHPERD shall appoint a duly qualified member to the office of Chair-elect or Secretary.
Section 3.5. Local Units. Members in metropolitan areas or in a county in Texas may form a local unit of TAHPERD and develop
their own organization; provided that, no such organization shall conflict with the terms or provisions of the Articles of
Incorporation and Bylaws of TAHPERD, and such organization shall be operated in accordance with the Operating Code approved
and adopted by the Board of Directors for such organization.
Article 4: Board of Directors
Section 4.1. Duties. The affairs of TAHPERD shall be managed by the Board of Directors.
Section 4.2. Board of Directors. The Board of Directors shall consist of the President, President-elect, the immediate Past President
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of TAHPERD; the Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents-elect, and immediate Past Vice Presidents of the Divisions; the Chair and Chairelect of the Student Section. The Executive Director will be a non-voting member of the Board of Directors.
Section 4.3. Absences. A Board member missing two regularly scheduled meetings without sufficient excuse will be automatically
eliminated from the Board. Decisions concerning “sufficient cause” will be made by the Executive Committee.
Section 4.4. Disqualification. No member may serve on the Board of Directors in two capacities at the same time. Current officers
cannot resign their office to run for another office. See Section 5.8.
Section 4.5. Consultants. The consultants to the Board of Directors are, the Parliamentarian (appointed by the President), agents
from the Texas Education Agency, the Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart Task Force, and the Governor’s Commission on Physical
Fitness (if available). Consultants do not initiate action or vote.
Section 4.6. Voting. Fifty (50%) percent plus one or more members of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority or 2/3 vote, depending on the business being transacted, will be determined by those voting.
Section 4.7. Responsibilities. The Board of Directors shall be responsible for the fiscal affairs of TAHPERD. Except as otherwise provided in these Bylaws, the Board of Directors shall initiate and transact all business of TAHPERD including, without limitation, the
workshops and conferences to be held and supported by TAHPERD each calendar year. The Board of Directors and the Executive
Director shall make an annual report to the Representative Assembly of its activities and those proposed for the ensuing fiscal year
of TAHPERD including, without limitation, TAHPERD’s budget. All members of the Board of Directors and the Executive
Director, will make a written report no later than thirty (30) days before both spring and winter Board meetings.
Section 4.8. Participation by Members. The members of TAHPERD may attend the meetings of the Board of Directors without voice
or vote. At the request of a member of the Board of Directors and upon a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors, a visitor
may address the meeting on a stated topic.
ARTICLE 5: Officers
Section 5.1. Officers. The “Officers” of TAHPERD shall consist of the President, the President-elect, and the immediate Past
President; the Vice Presidents, the Vice Presidents-elect, and the immediate Past Vice Presidents of the Divisions, and the Executive
Director.
Section 5.2. President. The President shall act as the Chair of the Representative Assembly, and the Board of Directors. The President
shall (a) serve on the Representative Assembly of SHAPE America and the Southern District of SHAPE America as one of
TAHPERD’s representatives; (b) appoint representatives from TAHPERD to serve on the Representative Assembly of SHAPE
America and the Southern District of SHAPE America; (c) work with the Executive Committee, the TAHPERD Conventions and
Meeting Director, and the Division Vice Presidents to plan the general program of the Annual Convention; (d) appoint members to
TAHPERD Standing Committees, and ad hoc Committees; (e) submit a written report no later than thirty (30) days before the
Spring and Winter Board Meeting; (f) present an annual report to the Representative Assembly; (g) select recipient(s) of TAHPERD
Distinguished Service Citation; and (h) perform such other duties as are ordinarily conducted by the President.
Section 5.3. President-elect. The President-elect shall act for the President in the President’s absence, and in the event of a vacancy in
the office of the President, shall become President for the remainder of the term. The President-elect shall be a member of the Board
of Directors, Representative Assembly, and perform such other duties as needed.
Section 5.4. Past President. The immediate Past President shall be a member of the Board of Directors, Representative Assembly. The
Past President shall provide the President with the benefits of his/her past experience and aid TAHPERD as reasonably requested by
the Board of Directors.
Section 5.5. Executive Director. The Executive Director shall be appointed by the Board of Directors. The Executive Director shall
keep a written record of the proceedings of TAHPERD as hereinbefore and hereinafter provided. No later than thirty (30) days
before the Spring and Winter Board Meetings of TAHPERD, the Executive Director shall make an annual written report of the proceedings and status of TAHPERD to the Board of Directors, the Representative Assembly, and SHAPE America. The Executive
Director shall be responsible for and record all applications and dues for membership in TAHPERD; compile, publish, and disseminate a membership directory of all members of TAHPERD; direct the collecting of materials and articles and oversee the editing of
the TAHPERD Journal and such other literature as the Board of Directors may direct; and shall receive, file, and maintain the annual reports, written records, and other official communications of TAHPERD. The Board of Directors shall determine the other
duties and shall approve the remuneration of the Executive Director.
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Section 5.6. Vice Presidents. The Vice Presidents of the Divisions shall be responsible for the programs of their particular Division at
the Annual Convention of TAHPERD. Each Vice President shall encourage the Sections in their Division to present or to collaborate in presenting programs at the annual Convention of TAHPERD and to carry out constructive work useful to the members of
TAHPERD or the general public throughout the year and shall render assistance to the Sections for this purpose. The Vice
Presidents may collaborate with each other for the purpose of presenting a program by two or more Divisions at the Annual
Convention. The Vice Presidents shall make annual written reports of their respective Division to the Executive Director not later
than thirty (30) days before the Spring and Winter Board Meetings and shall perform such other duties as needed.
Section 5.7. Election of Officers.
There shall be a Nominating Committee for the President-elect of TAHPERD and a separate Nominating Committee for each
of the offices of Vice President-elect. The Nominating Committees shall be standing Committees and the committee members
shall be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Representative Assembly during its meeting at the Annual
Convention. The Nominating Committee for the President-elect shall be composed of six members, at least two such members shall be selected from elementary and secondary education in Texas and two from a Texas college or university; at least two
shall be women and two shall be men, and at least one from each field of health, physical education, recreation, and dance. Each
of the Nominating Committees for Vice President-elect shall be comprised of three members, Each committee shall reflect the
gender, various educational levels of membership, and divisions within TAHPERD. All members of the Nominating
Committees for Vice Presidents-elect must be actively engaged the discipline or geographic area to be represented by the office.
Each member of the Nominating Committees shall serve a three year term and the terms shall be staggered such that one third
of the members of each committee are appointed each year. The President shall appoint one member of each committee to serve
as Chair of such committee for a one year term. Persons selected to serve on a Nominating Committee must have been a member
of TAHPERD for three (3) years prior to their selection and must agree to serve in such capacity prior to their selection.
(a) The Nominating Committees shall: 1) not nominate a member for an office if such member is an officer or has accepted
a nomination to another office in TAHPERD or is a member of the Nominating Committee responsible for selecting
members for such office (nor may any member of a Nominating Committee resign from such committee to accept the
nomination from such committee); 2) only nominate members for President who have been members of TAHPERD
for the proceeding five (5) years and only nominate members for Vice President who have been members of TAHPERD for the preceding three (3) years; and 3) only nominate members for the office of Vice President who are actively engaged in the area represented by the office for which nominated. The Nominating Committees, with regards to
their respective duties, shall recommend a slate of two candidates for each of the following offices: President-elect of
TAHPERD and Vice Presidents-elect for the Divisions. After a Nominating Committee has submitted its slate, the
President shall call for nominations from the floor during the annual meeting of the Representative Assembly.
(b) No member shall be nominated to an office if, upon election, such member would hold two offices in TAHPERD
simultaneously. Likewise, no member who has been appointed to a Nominating Committee may resign from the committee to accept the nomination of such committee. None of the following officers shall be entitled to resign from their
office to accept a nomination to another office: President, President-elect, immediate Past President, Vice President,
Vice President-elect, immediate Past Vice President, Section Chair, Section Chair-elect, immediate Past Section Chair,
or Section Secretary.
(c) The officers shall be elected from the nominees, by secret ballot at the Representative Assembly at the Annual
Convention for TAHPERD. If no candidate has a clear majority (greater than 50% of the members present) on the first
ballot, the two candidates with the highest number of votes shall be voted on again. The President will vote his/her
choice for each office and place the ballot in a sealed envelope marked for that election. The envelope with the
President’s vote will not be opened unless there is a tie. The candidate receiving the highest numbers of votes shall be
elected. If a tie occurs, those tallying the votes will open the President’s envelope and the ballot will be used to break
the tie. If a vacancy occurs in the office of the President-elect or one of the five offices of Vice President-elect, the member
with the second highest vote in the original election shall assume the office so vacated. If this member is unable to serve,
the member with the third highest vote shall assume the office. If neither of these persons shall then accept or qualify
for such office, the President, in consultation with the Executive Committee, shall appoint a Professional Member to
serve on an interim basis until the next regular meeting of the Representative Assembly.
ARTICLE 6: REPRESENTATIVE ASSEMBLY
Section 6.1. Representative Assembly. The “Representative Assembly” shall consist of the officers of the Board of Directors; two student
representatives from each Division; the Chairs, Chairs-elect, and immediate Past Chair of each of the Sections; the Student Section
Vice Chairs. There is to be an additional delegate per area for each 100 Professional and Retired Members greater than 200
Professional and Retired Members.
Section 6.2. Area Delegates. The President, in consultation with the Area Division Vice Presidents, shall appoint the area delegates to
the Representative Assembly. The Executive Director shall notify the Area Division Vice Presidents and appropriate Area Section
Chair of the number of representatives the Area is entitled to send to the Representative Assembly. This notice shall be sent on
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September 1 of each calendar year and the number of delegates authorized shall be based on a membership count for the Area on
the immediately preceding August 1 of such calendar year.
The delegates from the Area Division for the Representative Assembly would be determined by:
A. The three Vice Presidents of the Area Division would attend the RA as members of the Board of Directors.
B. The Section officers, Chairs, Chair-elects, and Past Chairs of the Area Division, would attend the RA.
C. In addition to these, would be an additional delegate per area for each 100 Professional and Retired Members greater than 200
Professional and Retired members.
Section 6.3. Duties. The Representative Assembly shall effect all changes in the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws, elect officers,
initiate such business, as it deems desirable for TAHPERD, and adopt or ratify the actions taken by the Board of Directors or veto
any such action. A veto of an action taken by the Board of Directors shall require a three-fourths vote of those present at an official
meeting of the Representative Assembly.
Section 6.4. Non-Voting Member. The Executive Director shall keep a record of all proceedings of the Representative Assembly and
shall be a non-voting member of the Representative Assembly.
Section 6.5. Meetings. The Representative Assembly shall meet at the time and place of the Annual Convention of TAHPERD.
Special meetings may be called by the President with the approval of the majority of the Board of Directors or upon the written
request of the majority of the Representative Assembly.
Section 6.6. Quorum. Sixty (60%) percent of the members of the Representative Assembly, present in person, shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
Section 6.7. Voting. Members of the Representative Assembly shall each have one vote during any action of the Representative
Assembly.
Section 6.8. Participation of Members. The members of TAHPERD may attend the meetings of the Representative Assembly without
voice or vote. At the request of a member of the Representative Assembly and upon the consent of a simple majority of the
Representative Assembly, a visitor may address the meeting on a stated topic.
ARTICLE 7: COMMITTEES
Section 7.1. Committees. TAHPERD shall have Standing Committees and ad hoc Committees. The establishment of any such committee or the delegation of authority to a committee shall not relieve the Board of Directors, or any individual director, of such director’s responsibilities imposed by these Bylaws or otherwise imposed by law. No committee shall have the authority to:
(a) amend the Articles of Incorporation;
(b) adopt a plan of merger or a plan of consolidation with another corporation;
(c) authorize the sale, lease, exchange, or mortgage of all or substantially all of the property and assets of TAHPERD;
(d) authorize the voluntary dissolution of TAHPERD;
(e) revoke proceeding for the voluntary dissolution of TAHPERD;
(f) adopt a plan for the distribution of the assets of TAHPERD;
(g) amend, alter, or repeal the Bylaws;
(h) elect, appoint, or remove a member of a committee or a director or officer of the Corporation;
(i) take any action against the scope of authority delegated to it by the Board of Directors;
(j) take final action on a matter that requires the approval of the Board of Directors or the Representative Assembly
Section 7.2. Appointment and Term. Members of the Standing Committees shall be appointed by the President and approved by a
majority of the Board of Directors. Members of the ad hoc committees shall be appointed by the President, but shall not require the
approval of the Board of Directors. If the Board of Directors delegates any of its duties to a committee, the majority of members on
the committee shall consist of members of the Board of Directors. The members of the Standing committees shall be appointed for
staggered, three-year terms and committee members shall not have consecutive terms except in unusual circumstances and upon
specific approval of the Board of Directors. The number of members on these committees shall be a multiple of three except in the
case of specified ex officio members.
Section 7.3. Qualifications of Members of Committees. The members of Standing Committees and ad hoc committees shall be
Professional Members of the Association, except that one Student Member may be appointed to each committee as a representative
from the Student Section. Individuals appointed to serve on committees must be members in good standing of TAHPERD at the
time of their appointment and upon the expiration of such individual’s membership in TAHPERD such committee member shall
be removed from the committee.
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Section 7.4. Standing Committees. The Standing Committees shall be: Adapted Physical Activity, Audit, Awards, College, Dance,
Exemplary School, Finance, Future Directions, General, Health Education, Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart, Legislative Affairs,
Nominating, Personnel, Physical Education, Recreation, Rules Review, Scholar, Social Media, and Sports Leadership.
Section 7.5. ad hoc Committees. The ad hoc Committees shall be indefinite in number, shall be appointed for relatively specific duties
only, shall be appointed for comparatively short periods of time, and shall not be delegated any of the duties of the Board of
Directors.
Section 7.6. Functions. The functions, organization, and methods of procedure of all committees shall be prescribed in their respective Operating Codes adopted by the Board of Directors pertaining to such committees and all such committees shall operate in
accordance with such codes.
Section 7.7. Annual Reports. All committee chairs shall make written reports of the activities of the committee to the Board of
Directors. These reports are due in the TAHPERD office no later than thirty (30) days prior to both the spring and winter meetings
of the TAHPERD Board of Directors.
ARTICLE 8: ANNUAL CONVENTION
Section 8.1. Annual Convention. TAHPERD shall conduct an Annual Convention at a place identified by the Executive Director and
Director of Meetings and Convention. Plans for the Annual Convention shall be the primary responsibility of the Officers of the
Board.
Section 8.2. Program Planning Meeting. The planning of the annual convention program shall be accomplished by consultation of:
The Officers of the Board and invited Chairs of up to two Sections in each Division as needed, and other such appointments as the
Executive Committee deems desirable. The President shall appoint a local convention manager(s) to assist the TAHPERD Director
of Conventions and Meetings in the coordination and management of the Annual Convention.
ARTICLE 9: PUBLICATIONS
Section 9.1. Official Publications. The TAHPERD Journal shall be published three times per year. Each year the Fall issue shall be
published in October, the Spring issue in March, and the Summer issue in July. The Membership Directory shall be published annually. Newsletters and Updates shall be published when appropriate.
Section 9.2. Other Materials. Other materials may be published and/or distributed by TAHPERD to any or all members as determined by the Board of Directors.
ARTICLE 10: AWARDS
Section 10.1. Awards. TAHPERD shall recognize meritorious service of its members through the presentation of the “David K.
Brace Award,” and the “Honor Award” and of non-members through the presentation of the “Distinguished Service Award.” The
Awards Committee, subject to their Operating Code, shall identify and inform the Board of Directors of the recipients of all awards
and other recognition by TAHPERD including, but without limitation, the selection of outstanding teachers or professionals of the
year or citations for those members exhibiting unique qualities or abilities in the promotion for the profession. The Board of
Directors shall be informed of the recipients' names before the award shall be granted or announced to the membership or the general public.
Section 10.2. The David K. Brace Award. The David K. Brace Award shall be awarded to members who are clearly outstanding in the
professions of health, physical education, recreation, or dance; who exemplify the best in service, teaching, or administration; who
are recognized by members of TAHPERD as noteworthy leaders; and whose lives and contributions inspire others. To be eligible, a
person must have served the profession for a minimum of twenty (20) years in Texas, must have been a member of TAHPERD for
a minimum of ten (10) successive years prior to nomination, must have received the TAHPERD Honor Award, must have received
some form of state, district, or national award for their professional contributions, and have documented evidence of extensive professional involvement in an associated national organization such as SHAPE America.
Section 10.3. The Honor Award. The Honor Award shall be awarded to members who have made significant contributions to health,
physical education, recreation, and/or dance resulting from excellence in teaching, outstanding administrative achievement, significant contributions to research, leadership in professional associations at the state, district, and national levels, including TAHPERD;
contribution to professional literature; and outstanding community service. To be eligible, a member must have served the profession for a minimum of ten (10) years in Texas and must have been a member of TAHPERD for five (5) successive years prior to
nomination.
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Section 10.4. Educator/Professional of the Year. The Educator/Professional of the Year Award recognizes outstanding professionals in
Dance, Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. To be eligible, a nominee must have been a professional member of TAHPERD
for three successive years prior to nomination.
Section 10.5. Scholar. The TAHPERD Scholar recognition is awarded to an individual in the HPERD profession who is recognized
nationally and statewide for their expertise. The person must be actively engaged in the profession for ten years as demonstrated by
publications, presentations, and/or creative endeavors.
Section 10.6. Emerging Professional Award. The Emerging Professional Award is presented to an individual who has been a professional five or fewer years in the fields of HPERD. The recipient demonstrates excellence in professional duties such as teaching,
coaching, and/or administration and leadership and service to the profession.
Section 10.7. The Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award shall be awarded to organizations, agencies, or individuals outside the profession for meritorious service and contributions in the fields of health, physical education, recreation, or
dance in Texas. The President of TAHPERD shall select the recipient.
Section 10.8. Pathfinder Award. The TAHPERD Pathfinder Award will be established to provide state recognition to women who
have demonstrated continuous dedication to the advocacy, recruitment, and enhancement of girls and women in sport and sport
leadership in Texas. The presentation for the TAHPERD Pathfinder Award will qualify a TAHPERD member for consideration for
the NAGWS national Pathfinder Award.
Section 10.9. Trailblazer Award. The TAHPERD Trailblazer Award will be established to provide state recognition to TAHPERD
members who have demonstrated continuous dedication to the advocacy, recruitment, and enhancement of male and/or female sport
and sport leadership in Texas.
Section 10.10. K-12 Administrator of the Year Award. The K-12 Administrator of the Year Award honors those individuals who have
dedicated themselves to excellence as administrators or supervisors, in contributions to their profession, and in service to the mission of TAHPERD. These individuals exemplify the highest standards in accomplishment and innovation, and in strong and vigorous leadership.
Section 10.11. College/University Administrator of the Year Award. The College/University Administrator of the Year Award honors
those individuals who have dedicated themselves to excellence as administrators or supervisors, in contributions to their profession,
and in service to the mission of TAHPERD. These individuals exemplify the highest standards in accomplishment and innovation,
and in strong and vigorous leadership.
Section 10.12. Dance Heritage Award. The TAHPERD Dance Heritage Award is established to provide state recognition to elite
TAHPERD members who have demonstrated continuous leadership and dedication to the advocacy and enhancement of dance in
Texas.
ARTICLE 11: RULES OF ORDER
Section 11.1. Robert’s Rules of Order. All meetings of TAHPERD including, without limitation, meetings of the Board of Directors,
Representative Assembly, Executive Committee, or other committees shall be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of
Order, as revised; except that, TAHPERD’s Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and the operating codes adopted by the Board of
Directors shall prevail in the event of a conflict with such rules of order.
ARTICLE 12: BOOKS AND RECORDS
Section 12.1. Required Books and Records. TAHPERD shall maintain correct and complete books and records. TAHPERD’s books
and records shall include, without limitation:
(a) a file-endorsed copy of all documents filed with the Texas Secretary of State relating to TAHPERD, including, without limitation, the Articles of Incorporation and any articles of amendment, restated articles, articles of merger, articles of consolidation, and statement of change of registered office or registered agent;
(b) a copy of the Bylaws and any amended versions or amendments to the Bylaws;
(c) minutes of the proceedings of the Board of Directors, the Representative Assembly, the Executive Committees, and all committees having any of the authority of the Board of Directors;
(d) a list of the names and addresses of all members of TAHPERD and the directors, officers, and any committee members of
TAHPERD;
(e) a financial statement showing the assets, liabilities, and net worth of TAHPERD at the end of the three most recent fiscal
years;
(f) a financial statement showing the income and expenses of TAHPERD for the three most recent fiscal years;
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(g) all rulings, letters, and other documents relating to TAHPERD’s federal, state, and local tax status;
(h) all tax returns (income and other) filed by TAHPERD with any governmental authority (state, federal, or local).
Section 12.2. Inspection and Copying. Any member of TAHPERD may inspect and obtain copies (at their expense) of any book or
record of TAHPERD required to be kept by the Bylaws; provided that, such member first requests to make such inspection and the
purpose thereof in writing. Any person entitled to inspect and copy TAHPERD’s books and records may do so. A person entitled to
inspect TAHPERD’s books and records may do so at a reasonable time no later than ten (10) working days after TAHPERD’s receipt
of a proper written request. The Board of Directors shall establish and charge reasonable fees for copying any of TAHPERD’s books
and records and may require the payment of these fees prior to the delivery of the books and records for copying.
Section 12.3. Audits. Any member shall have the right to have an audit conducted of TAHPERD’s books. The member requesting
the audit shall bear the expense of the audit unless the majority of the members of TAHPERD or the Board of Directors vote to
authorize the payment of such audit expenses. The Board of Directors shall select the accounting firm to conduct the audit. A member may not exercise these rights to compel audits so as to subject TAHPERD to an audit more than once in a any fiscal year.
ARTICLE 13: INDEMNIFICATION
Section 13.1. When Indemnification is Required, Permitted, and Prohibited.
(a) TAHPERD shall indemnify a director, officer, committee member, employee, or agent of TAHPERD who was, is, or may be
named defendant or respondent in any proceeding as a result of his/her actions or omissions within the scope of his/her official
capacity in TAHPERD. For the purpose of this article, an agent includes one who is or was serving at the request of TAHPERD as a director, officer, trustee, employee benefit plan, or other agency. However, TAHPERD shall indemnify a person
only if she/he acted in good faith and reasonably believed that the conduct was in TAHPERD’s best interests. In a case of a
criminal proceeding, the person may be indemnified only if she/he had no reasonable cause to believe that the conduct was
unlawful. TAHPERD shall not indemnify a person who is found liable to TAHPERD or is found liable to another on the
basis of improperly receiving a personal benefit. A person is conclusively considered to have been found liable in relation to
any claim, issue, or matter if the person has been adjudged liable by a court of competent jurisdiction and all appeals have been
made and exhausted.
(b) The termination of a proceeding by judgment, order, settlement, conviction, or on a plea of nolo contendere or its equivalent
does not necessarily preclude indemnification by TAHPERD.
(c) TAHPERD shall pay or reimburse expenses incurred by a director, officer, member, committee member, employee, or agent
of TAHPERD in connection with the person’s appearance as a witness or other participation in a proceeding involving or
affecting TAHPERD when the person is not a named defendant or respondent in the proceeding.
(d) In addition to the situations otherwise described in this paragraph, TAHPERD may indemnify a director, officer, member,
committee member, employee, or agent of TAHPERD to the extent permitted by law. However, TAHPERD shall not indemnify
any person on any situation in which indemnification is prohibited by the terms of Section 13.1 (a) above.
(e) Before the final disposition of proceeding, TAHPERD may pay indemnification expenses permitted by these Bylaws and
authorized by the Board of Directors of TAHPERD. However, TAHPERD shall not pay indemnification expense to a person
before the final disposition of a proceedings if: the person is named defendant or respondent in any proceeding brought by
TAHPERD, the person is alleged to have improperly received a personal benefit, or the person is alleged to have committed
willful or intentional misconduct.
(f) If TAHPERD is permitted to indemnify a person under these Bylaws, such a person may be indemnified against judgments,
penalties, (including excise and similar taxes), fines, settlements, and reasonable expenses (including attorney’s fees) actually
incurred in connection with the proceedings.
Section 13.2. Procedures Relating to Indemnification Payments.
(a) Before TAHPERD pays any indemnification expenses (including attorney’s fees), TAHPERD shall determine that indemnification is permissible, authorize indemnification and determine that expenses to be reimbursed are reasonable, except as provided
in Section 13.2 (c) below. TAHPERD may make these determinations and decisions by any one of the following procedures:
1.) Majority vote of a quorum consisting of directors who, at the time of the vote, are not named defendants or respondents
in the proceeding.
2.) If such a quorum cannot be obtained, by a majority vote of a committee of the Board of Directors, designated to act on the
matter of a majority vote of all directors, consisting solely of three or more directors, who at the time of the vote are not
named defendants or respondents in the proceedings.
3.) Determination by special legal counsel selected by the Board of Directors by vote as provided in Section 13.2 (a)(1), or if
such a quorum cannot be obtained and such a committee cannot be established, by a majority vote of all directors.
4.) Majority vote of members of the representative Assembly, excluding directors who are named defendants or respondents
in the proceedings.
(b) TAHPERD shall authorize indemnification and determine that expenses to be reimbursed are reasonable in the same manner
that it determines whether indemnification is permissible. If the determination that indemnification is permissible is made by
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special legal counsel, authorization of indemnification and determination of reasonableness of expenses shall be made in the
manner specified by Section 13.2 (a)(3) above, governing the selection of special legal counsel. A provision contained in the
Articles of Incorporation, the Bylaws, or a resolution by the Representative Assembly or the Board of Directors that requires
that indemnification permitted by Section 13.1 above constitutes sufficient authorization for indemnification even though the
provision many not have been adopted or authorized in the same manner as the determination that indemnification was permissible.
(c) TAHPERD shall pay indemnification expenses before final disposition of a proceeding only after TAHPERD determines that
the facts then known would not preclude indemnification, and TAHPERD receives a written affirmation and undertaking
from the person to be indemnified as provided herein below. The determination that the facts then known to those making
the determination would not preclude indemnification and authorization of payment shall be made in the same manner as a
determination that indemnification is permissible under Section 13.2 (a) above. The person’s written affirmation shall state
that she/he has met the standard of conduct necessary for indemnification under these Bylaws. Such person’s written undertaking shall provide for repayment of the amount paid or reimbursed by TAHPERD if it is ultimately determined that the
person has not met the requirements for indemnification. The undertaking shall be an unlimited general obligation of the
person, but it need not be secured and it may be accepted without reference to the financial ability to make repayment.
(d) Any indemnification or advance of expenses shall be reported in writing to the members of TAHPERD. The report shall be
made no later than in the second publication of the TAHPERD Journal following the date of the indemnification or advance.
ARTICLE 14: NOTICES
Section 14.1. Notice by Mail, Electronic Mail, or Telegram. Any notice otherwise required or permitted by the Bylaws to be given to a
member, director, officers, or member of a committee of TAHPERD through publication in the TAHPERD Journal may also be
given by mail, electronic mail, or telegram. If mailed, a notice shall be deemed to be delivered when deposited in the United States
mail addressed to the person at his/her address as it appears on the records of TAHPERD, with postage prepaid. If sent by electronic
mail, it will be deemed to be delivered when confirmed as sent by electronic mail acceptance. If given by telegram, a notice shall be
deemed to be delivered when accepted by a telegraph company and addressed to the person at his/her address as it appears on the
records of TAHPERD. If faxed, a notice shall be deemed to be delivered when it has been confirmed by the Fax machine records.
A person may change his/her address by giving written notice to the TAHPERD office or changing via the TAHPERD web site.
Section 14.2. Signed Waiver of Notice. Whenever any notice is required to be given under the provisions of the Act or under the provisions of the Articles of Incorporation or the Bylaws, a waiver in writing signed by a person entitled to receive notice shall be deemed
the equivalent to the giving of the notice. A waiver of notice shall be effective whether signed before or after the time stated in the
notice being waived.
Section 14.3. Waiver of Notice by Attendance. The attendance of a person at a meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of the meeting
unless the person attends for the express purpose of objecting to the transaction of any business because the meeting is not lawfully
called or convened.
ARTICLE 15: SPECIAL PROCEDURES CONCERNING MEETINGS
Section 15.1. Meeting by Conference-calls. The Board of Directors or any committee of TAHPERD may hold a meeting by telephone
conference-call procedures in which all persons participating in the meeting can interact with each other. The notice that the meeting
will be a conference-call, to be held by telephone or interactive video, must include how the meeting will be arranged for members
to participate, as well as all other matters required shall be included in the notice. Participation of a person in a conference-call meeting
constitutes presence of that person at the meeting.
Section 15.2. Decisions Made During Conference-calls. Any decision required or permitted to be made at a meeting of the Board of
Directors or any committee of TAHPERD may be made utilizing the conference-call method provided that all requirements regarding
voting are met (Article IV, Section 4.6). Decisions made during a conference-call meeting must be filed in the TAHPERD office
within ten (10) working days and must be reported at the next meeting of the Board of Directors.
Section 15.3. Voting by Mail Ballot. A vote may also be taken by mail ballot. In such an event, ballots shall be mailed to all members
entitled to vote at such member’s most recent address of record by first class mail. For a ballot vote to be counted, it must be signed
by the member entitled to vote thereon and returned to the Executive Director no later than the date stated in the ballot which date
in no event shall be earlier than 20 days or later than 40 days after the date such ballots are deposited with the United States Postal
Service for mailing.
Section 15.4. Voting by Electronic Ballot. A vote may also be made by electronic ballot. In such an event, ballots are sent to all members
entitled to vote. If a ballot is not deliverable or a member does not have access, a mail ballot is to be used. When using electronic ballots,
confidentiality of all communications concerning the voting must be upheld.
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ARTICLE 16: AMENDMENTS
Section 16.1. Amendments to the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws. Amendments or changes to the Articles of Incorporation or these
Bylaws shall first be approved and adopted by the Board of Directors. Upon such approval and adoption, the Board of Directors shall
recommend such amendment or change to the Representative Assembly by publishing such amendment or change in the TAHPERD Journal or by emailing such recommended amendment or change to all members of the Representative Assembly at least
twenty one (21) days before a vote is to be taken with respect to such amendment or change. An affirmative vote of two-thirds of
the members of the Representative Assembly at an official meeting at which a quorum is present or by vote taken through the mail
or email shall be required for such an amendment or change to become effective. No vote shall be counted if received thirty (30)
days after the ballots or electronic ballots pertaining to such vote are mailed or emailed to the members of the Representative
Assembly. The notice published or mailed/emailed relating to the meeting or ballot pertaining to the amendment or change to the
Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws shall include the text of the proposed amendment or change as well as the text of the existing
provisions proposed to be amended or changed. Amendments and changes approved and adopted by the Representative Assembly
shall be published in the fall or spring issue of the TAHPERD Journal and the succeeding annual Membership Directory and the
TAHPERD web site.
ARTICLE 17: MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Section 17.1. Legal Construction. These Bylaws shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. All references in
these Bylaws to statutes, regulations, or other sources of legal authority shall refer to the authorities cites, or their successors, as they
may be amended from time to time. If any Bylaw provision is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect, the invalidity, illegality, or inability to enforce shall not affect any other provision and these Bylaws shall be construed as if the invalid, illegal, and unenforceable provision had not been included in these Bylaws.
Section 17.2. Headings. The headings used in these Bylaws are used for convenience only and shall not be considered in construing
the terms of these Bylaws.
Section 17.3. Power of Attorney. An officer or agent of TAHPERD may execute any instrument, document, or agreement on behalf
of TAHPERD by means of a power of attorney if an original executed copy of the power of attorney is provided to the Executive
Director prior to the use of such power of attorney. Such powers of attorney shall be kept with the other records of TAHPERD.
These Bylaws were duly adopted by the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Inc. on the 26th day of March 1990.
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Articles of Incorporation of
The Texas Foundation for Education in Health,
Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
February 7, 1964
Account No. 150253
Charter No. 200096
We the undersigned natural persons of the age of twenty-one years or more, at least two of whom are the citizens of the State of
Texas, acting as incorporators under the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act adopt the following articles of incorporation for such
corporation:
ARTICLE ONE
The name of the corporation is The Texas Foundation for Education in Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
ARTICLE TWO
The corporation is a non-profit corporation.
ARTICLE THREE
The period of duration is perpetual.
ARTICLE FOUR
This corporation is organized exclusively for the purposes of education and the promotion of education in the fields of health, physical
education, and recreation in the State of Texas. No part of the net earnings of this corporation or of its property or investments, shall
ever inure to the benefit of any private shareholder or individual; provided, that this corporation shall not carry on propaganda or
otherwise attempt to influence legislations and provided, that this corporation shall not participate in or intervene in (including the
publishing or distribution of statements), any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for office.
ARTICLE FIVE
The street address of the initial registered office of the corporation is 7910 Cameron Road, Austin, Texas, and the name of its initial
registered agent is Dr. Diana Everett.
ARTICLE SIX
The corporation shall have no members.
ARTICLE Seven
The number of directors constitution the initial board of directors of the corporation is five and the names and addresses of the persons
who are to serve as the initial directors are:
Name
1. Dr. Lynn McCraw
2. Dr. Jess E. Cearley
3. Morris Brantley
4. Dr. C. J. Alderson
5. Dr. Lloyd O. Russell
Address
4202 Edgemont, Austin, Texas (ex officio)
2030 Houston Place, Denton, Texas (ex officio)
3406 Brooklyndell, Dallas, Texas (term ends 1964)
1211 Applegate Dr, Austin, Texas (term ends 1965)
2609 Starr Dr., Waco, Texas (term ends 1966)
Name
1. Dr. Lloyd O. Russell
2. Dr. Ted Powers
3. Dr. Eveline Kappes
Address
2609 Starr Dr., Waco, Texas Dr.
2030 Hanover, Waco, Texas
2212 N. 41 Street, Waco, Texas
ARTICLE EIGHT
The name and street address of each incorporator is:
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ARTICLE NINE
The nine (9) directors of this corporation shall be selected and determined as provided in this subparagraph.
The Executive Secretary of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance shall be an ex officio director of this corporation.
The president of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance shall be an ex officio director of this corporation. Three directors of this corporation shall be appointed for three (3) year terms on the following basis:
The terms of the three appointed directors shall be staggered so that one such term shall begin each year at the time of the
Annual Convention of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. The directors to be
appointed shall be appointed for the respective terms to be filled by the Annual Convention of the Texas Association for
Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
All directors shall serve until their successors in office shall be qualified as such.
ARTICLE TEN
The assets of the Foundation shall be held, used, and distributed only for the purposes for which it is incorporated and, in no event,
shall any part of its assets be distributed to or revert to a donor, contributor, member, officer, or director, or all or any part of them
in either a partial or total liquidation. In the event of the dissolution of the corporation, either voluntary or involuntary, its assets after
payment of debts shall pass to and rest in the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, a non-profit education institution incorporated under the laws of the State of Texas. In the event of the dissolution of the Texas Association for
Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance prior to or after the dissolution of this corporation, its assets after payment of
debts shall pass to and rest in the State of Texas for similar purposes.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, We have here unto set our hands this 6th Day of January, 1964.
Lloyd O. Russell
J. T. Powers
Eveline E. Kappes
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF McLENNAN
Before me, the undersigned authority, on this day personally appeared Lloyd O. Russell and J. T. Powers, to me known
to be the persons who subscribed the foregoing instrument, and each being by me duly sworn, severally declared that they
are the persons who signed the foregoing document as incorporators, and that the statements therein contained are true.
In witness whereof I have hereto set my hand and seal of office this 6th day of January, 1964.
A. S. McSwain, Jr.
Notary Public in and for
McLennan County, Texas
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Bylaws
1. Name
The name of this TAHPERD structure shall be the Texas Foundation for Education in Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and
Dance. Herein it will be called the Foundation.
2. Purpose
The purpose of the Foundation is to annually select individuals to receive the TAHPERD Student Scholarship(s), to generate funds,
and to oversee and manage the invested funds of the Foundation.
3. Organization
3.1 The Foundation shall consist of nine (9) voting members, including the Chair. Members should represent various geographical
areas, professional disciplines, and education levels and should include the Chair of the College Committee (ex officio), Chair
of the Student Section (ex officio), and Chair of the Trustees (ex officio). Other Foundation members and the Chair shall be
appointed by the TAHPERD President and approved by the TAHPERD Board of Directors.
3.2 Appointed members will serve three-year terms. The ex officio members' term of office will expire when their ex officio office
expires.
3.3 Members who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as Foundation members.
3.4 The TAHPERD Executive Director will be an ex officio director of the Foundation.
4. Funding
4.1 Funds for the TAHPERD Student Scholarships were created in 1964 and are invested with the interest earned to be used to make
awards each year.
4.2 The Foundation budget shall:
4.2.1 have a fiscal year from June 1 to May 31
4.2.2. include the estimated income and authorized expenditures and shall be in sufficient detail to ensure sound financial practice
4.2.3. be prepared in adequate time for it to be submitted to the TAHPERD Financial Committee for review and recommendations to the Foundation Board of Directors prior to submitting it to the TAHPERD Board of Directors at its Spring
meeting for final approval.
4.3 Each year a maximum of three scholarships may be awarded.
4.3.1. Category 1 is undergraduate students.
4.3.2. Category 2 is graduate students.
4.3.3. Depending on the number of applications received in each category and the quality of the applications, scholarships may
be given all in one category, divided between undergraduate and graduate students, or not at all.
4.3.4. All scholarships will be of equal value.
4.3.5. The amount of the scholarships will be determined based on the amount of interest generated by the invested funds and
monies developed through members' efforts during the previous year.
5. Timelines, Procedures, and Responsibilities
5.1 September 1 – February 28: Foundation members will solicit applicants for the TAHPERD scholarships. The TAHPERD
office will send requests to all Texas college and university HPERD department chairs and to TAHPERD students to advertise scholarships and distribute applications.
5.2 March 1: Scholarship applications due to TAHPERD office.
5.3 March 10: TAHPERD office staff checks eligibility of student applicants.
5.4 March 20: TAHPERD office staff forwards copies of student applications to Foundation members.
5.5 April 10: Rating forms are due from Foundation members to Chair.
5.6 April 15: Chair tallies results and selects one graduate individual with the highest score and at least one undergraduate student
with the highest scores to receive a scholarship.
5.7 April 16: In the event of a tie, the Chair will submit a rating form to the Foundation members for them to re-evaluate those
involved in the tie.
5.8 April 20: Tie breaking rating forms due back to Chair.
5.9 April 25: The Chair notifies the TAHPERD executive director of those selected.
5.10 May 1: The TAHPERD office staff will email and mail letters of congratulations to all scholarship recipients with information
on the scholarship presentations at the TAHPERD Convention and a request for a biography and picture. The TAHPERD
Office will also verify the spelling of the recipients’ name, etc.
5.11 June 1: Scholarship recipient information to be returned to the TAHPERD office.
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5.12. Procedures
5.12.1 Foundation members will:
5.12.1.1. participate in updating the Foundation Operating Code
5.12.1.2. participate in all meetings of the Foundation
5.12.1.3. participate in the scholarship selection process
5.12.2 TAHPERD Office will:
5.12.2.1 Create an appropriate scholarship certificate and check. One half of the scholarship amount will be sent by
mail to the recipient by August 30. The remainder of the scholarship and the certificate shall be presented to
the recipient(s) at the TAHPERD Awards Dinner.
5.12.2.2. The recipient(s) will be recognized at a general session during the TAHPERD annual convention.
5.12.2.3. The TAHPERD office staff shall have the responsibility for the preparation of the certificate and check.
5.12.2.4. An announcement of the recipients of the scholarships, together with appropriate pictures and biographical
summaries, shall be published in the Fall issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
5.12.2.5. The TAHPERD office shall be responsible for sending a “standard press release” to the scholarship recipients’
for disbursement to their local newspaper.
6. TAHPERD Scholarship Qualifications and Credentials
6.1. Qualifications verified by the TAHPERD office staff
6.1.1. The applicant must have been a student member of TAHPERD on January 1 of the year for which he/she is to be considered for the scholarship.
6.2. Credentials evaluated by the Foundation
6.2.1. The applicant for the scholarship must:
6.2.1.1. be a student in the discipline(s) of health, physical education, recreation, and/or dance
6.2.1.2. have been enrolled as a full time student during the fall semester prior to applying
6.2.1.3. continue as a full time student during the spring semester of the application
6.2.1.4. be enrolled as a full time student for the academic year (both fall and spring semesters) during the year they
receive the award
6.2.1.5. must have at least a 2.5 GPA overall
6.2.1.6. provide two letters of recommendation from faculty members in the program covering academic and profes
sional qualifications
6.2.1.7. provide a letter of recommendation from a person outside the academic program covering personal qualifications
6.2.1.8. provide a copy of a current transcript
6.3
Foundation Rating Procedures
6.3.1. Foundation members shall rate each candidate from one to ten (1-10) on each on the eight (8) credential categories. The
highest possible score for all eight categories would be eighty (80) points.
6.3.2. The Chair will tabulate the ratings of the Foundation members and select the candidate(s) with the highest average rating.
In order to receive the scholarship, a candidate must have an average rating of sixty-eight (68) points or better equaling
an 85% average.
6.3.3. If two (2) or more persons are tied, the Chair will send the names of these candidates to the Foundation members for
ranking. All candidates must be ranked. A maximum of three scholarships will be given in any one year.
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Trustees Bylaws
1. Name
1.1.
The name of this structure shall be the Trustees of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and
Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the Trustees is to supervise/manage the investment of funds in the TAHPERD Trust.
3. Organization
3.1.
The Trustees shall consist of five (5) persons to include a Chair and four (4) members.
3.2.
The Trustees shall be appointed by the President in consultation with the Executive Committee and approved by the Board
of Directors. Individuals appointed as Trustees shall have a thorough knowledge of the structure and operation of the
Association and preferably should have served as an officer, member of the Board of Directors, or other structures of the
Association. They shall have had experience in managing finances and there should be evidence of fiscal responsibility in
such management.
3.3.
Trustees shall serve for five year (5) terms with one (1) person being appointed each year. Individuals who have served a full
five year (5) term may not immediately succeed themselves as Trustees except in unusual circumstances as approved by the
Board of Directors.
3.4.
The Chair shall be the Trustee who is serving the fifth year (5) of his/her term.
3.5.
The Recorder shall be the Trustee who is serving the fourth (4) year of his/her term.
3.6.
In the event circumstances result in a vacancy of one (1) or more trustees, replacements will be appointed by the President
and approved by the Board of Directors to complete the unexpired term.
4. Operation
4.1.
The Trustees shall carry out the duties and responsibilities set forth in the TAHPERD Trust Agreement, specifically item
Number 6 -- Trustee’s Power. Generally, they shall:
4.1.1. Recommend for approval by the Board of Directors policies governing the investment of funds.
4.1.2. Carry out the Investment Policy Guidelines approved by the Board of Directors.
4.1.3. Provide a quarterly report of the accounting status to the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors.
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Operating Code for Board of Directors
1. Name
The name of this governing body shall be the Board of Directors of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation,
and Dance.
2. Purpose
The Board of Directors shall initiate and transact all business of the association except those functions specifically assigned to the
Representative Assembly or delegated by the Bylaws to Divisions, Sections, Committees, or other groups.
3. Organization
3.1.
The Board of Directors shall consist of the President, President-elect, immediate Past President, Vice Presidents, Vice
Presidents-Elect, immediate Past Vice Presidents, and Chair and Chair-elect of the Student Section. The TAHPERD
Executive Director is an ex officio, non-voting member.
3.2.
Consultants to the Board of Directors include, but are not limited to, the agents from the Texas Education Agency, the
Governor’s Commission on Physical Fitness, the Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart Task Force, and the Parliamentarian.
Consultants do not initiate action or vote.
3.3.
A Board member missing two called meetings without sufficient excuse will be automatically eliminated from the Board.
Decisions concerning “sufficient cause” will be made by the Executive Committee.
3.4.
The Officers of the Board of Directors shall consist of the President, President-elect, immediate Past President, Vice
Presidents, Vice Presidents-Elect, and immediate Past Vice Presidents, and Executive Director. The TAHPERD Executive
Director is an ex officio, non-voting member.
3.5.
The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors shall consist of the President, President-elect, immediate Past
President, and the Executive Director.
4. Conduct of Business
4.1.
The Board of Directors shall hold an annual meeting at the site of and immediately preceding the annual TAHPERD convention. A second annual meeting shall be scheduled in conjunction with the convention planning meeting (usually held
in the Spring). Other meetings may be called by the President or by the written requests of a majority of the Board of
Directors.
4.2.
Fifty (50%) percent plus one or more members of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of
business. A majority or 2/3 vote, depending on the business being transacted, will be determined by those voting.
4.3.
The following are specific duties to be performed by the Board of Directors:
4.3.1. Receive and review reports and take definitive action on reports from the President, President-elect, immediate Past
President, Divisions, Sections, Committees, and Areas.
4.3.2. Adopt and manage the annual budget and establish policies governing the investment of funds.
4.3.3. Select the individual to serve in the position of Executive Director.
4.3.4. Confirm recommendations of the President of persons to serve on Standing Committees.
4.3.5. Establish policies and guidelines for the program and other activities of the annual TAHPERD convention.
4.3.6. Approve recommendations for additional state meetings or area workshops sponsored by the Association.
4.3.7. Establish registration fees for the annual state convention, other state meetings, and area workshops.
4.3.8. Adopt operating codes for the Board of Directors, the Officers of the Board, the Executive Committee of the Board,
Divisions, Sections, Committees, and other structures of the Association except for the Representative Assembly.
5. Operations
5.1.
The Officers of the Board of Directors shall hold a convention planning meeting (usually in the Spring immediately in
advance of the Board of Directors meeting) at the site of the annual state convention. A quorum shall consist of six officers
present at a meeting. The following are specific duties to be performed by the Officers of the Board:
5.2.
Approve plans for the annual TAHPERD convention, including:
5.2.1. Schedule for the program of the annual state convention.
5.2.2. Recommendations for programs as submitted in the program proposals for Convention Programs.
5.3.
Discuss and submit recommendations to the Board of Directors and the Representative Assembly on matters for which the
bodies are responsible.
5.4.
Evaluate the structure and operation of the association and initiate such action as deemed necessary and desirable.
5.5.
The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors shall meet at a place and time as determined by the President in consultation with other members of the committee. The purpose of the committee is to ensure the coordination of the activities
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of the different structures within the association and the continuity of the programs from year to year. The following are
included in the specific duties of the committee:
Supervise the Divisions, Sections, Committees, and other structures.
Determine matters that should be placed on the agendas for meetings of the Officers, the Board of Directors, and the
Representative Assembly.
Determine when matters should be referred to these bodies by a mail/email ballot.
Determine the disposition of requests from SHAPE America and other organizations and agencies.
Advise the President of the formation, purpose, and personnel for President’s Committees.
All elected officers and/or appointed committee chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership Conference
as well as the annual TAHPERD convention.
Adopted by the Board of Directors December 1974
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1. Name
The name of this committee shall be the Executive Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation,
and Dance.
2. Purpose
The purpose of this committee is to implement Board action and conduct Association business between Board meetings. As a structure of the highest elected officers and the TAHPERD office Executive Director, their collaborative governing efforts carry some of
the highest responsibilities. Members of the TAHPERD Executive Committee shall execute the duties of office as specified in the
TAHPERD Handbook of Duties and Procedures for Officers.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall serve as a standing committee of the Association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of four (4) members, including the TAHPERD President as Chair, the President-elect, the Past
President, and the TAHPERD Executive Director, who is a non-voting member of the committee.
3.3.
Members shall serve a three (3) year term. Membership terms are determined by their respective ex-officio status, with
exception of the Executive Director who remains an ex-officio member.
4. Operation
The responsibilities of the committee include:
4.1
Multiple meetings, either face-to-face, conference calls, or email, to assure that Board action is being implemented and to
conduct Association business between meetings.
4.2
To develop plans in consultation with the Director for Conventions and Meetings for the convention and conferences.
4.3
To monitor the establishment and progress of goals by the Divisions, Sections, and Committees.
4.4
To monitor the work and effectiveness of the Executive Director. The Executive Committee supervises the Executive
Director for the Board of Directors who has the ultimate responsibility for the employment of the Executive Director.
While the Executive Director is responsible to all TAHPERD members, the office is a professional position with responsibilities and duties comparable to those of the three Presidents in scope and importance.
4.5
Select the TAHPERD nominee for the Southern District Outstanding Student of the Year Award.
Adopted by the Board of Directors and Representative Assembly
Amended:
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1. Name
1.1.
The name of this office is the Parliamentarian of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of this position shall be to advise the Board of Directors and membership in parliamentary procedure in conducting all meetings of the Board of Directors and of the Representative Assembly. All elected officers and/or appointed
committee chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership Conference as well as the annual state convention.
3. Organization
3.1.
The Parliamentarian shall be appointed by the President to serve on a yearly basis.
3.2.
The Parliamentarian shall attend all meetings of the Representative Assembly and of the Board of Directors upon invitation
of the President.
3.3.
The Parliamentarian shall be considered a non-voting member of the Board of Directors and of the Representative
Assembly.
3.4.
The Parliamentarian may be reappointed by the incoming President.
4. Conduct of Business
4.1.
Duties
4.1.1. Keep informed on parliamentary procedure.
4.1.2. Be present on invitation of the presiding officer at meetings of the association or subsidiary units thereof.
4.1.3. Be prepared to correct errors in parliamentary procedure as they may occur on the floor of the meeting which he/she attends
in an official capacity.
4.1.4. Advise the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors in establishing structural documents when requested.
4.2.
Meetings
4.2.1. Attend all meetings to which he/she is invited. If he/she is invited to attend more than one meeting at one time, he/she shall
consult with the officers concerned to determine which is more in need of his/her advice.
4.2.2. Be situated at meetings so as to be readily consulted, usually near the presiding officer or chair.
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Amended:
December
April
1985
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1. Name
1.1.
The name of this governing body shall be the Representative Assembly of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose: The Representative Assembly shall have the following purposes and duties as specified in the Bylaws of the association
and as adopted by the assembly.
2.1.
To effect all changes in the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws.
2.2.
To elect persons for the offices of President-elect of the Association and Vice President-elect for the divisions.
2.3.
To adopt resolutions and/or position statements on issues facing the association and the profession.
2.4.
To act on reports and other items of business submitted to it by the Board of Directors and/or other governing bodies so
authorized by the Bylaws.
2.5.
To exercise veto power on actions taken by the Board of Directors, if and when indicated, by three-fourths (3/4) of the votes
cast by members present at an official meeting provided the following have been fulfilled:
2.5.1. A quorum (60% of the membership of the Representative Assembly) is present and voting;
2.5.2. No such veto shall operate to deprive any person of rights accruing under a contract or other legally binding agreement
entered into by and between the Board of Directors and their duly authorized agent and said person.
2.6.
Approve, disapprove, or modify the operating codes for the Representative Assembly and the Board of Directors by a twothirds vote of the members present at an official meeting.
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3. Organization
3.1.
The Representative Assembly shall consist of the following:
3.1.1. President, President-elect, and immediate Past President
3.1.2. The Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents-elect, immediate Past Vice Presidents, and Student Representatives of Divisions.
3.1.3. The Chairs, Chairs-elect, and immediate Past Chairs of Sections.
3.1.4. The Chair, First Vice Chair, Chair-elect, First Vice Chair-elect of the Student Section.
3.1.5. Delegates from the twelve (12) areas as determined by Article 6, Section 6.1 of the Bylaws.
3.1.6. The TAHPERD Executive Director is an ex officio, non-voting member.
3.1.7. A Parliamentarian shall be appointed by the President
3.2.
In order to qualify for membership in the Representative Assembly, a delegate must be a current member of the TAHPERD
immediately prior to election or appointment.
3.3.
Each member of the Representative Assembly shall cast only one (1) vote on any action that comes before it.
4. Conduct of Business
4.1.
Meetings
4.1.1. The Representative Assembly shall meet annually at the time and place of the annual convention. Special meetings may be
called at the discretion of the President or by a written request of a majority of the members of the assembly.
4.1.2. The Representative Assembly room shall be set up with table and chairs, arranged by Divisions and Sections. Also, there
shall be microphones to allow and encourage participation by the delegates.
4.1.3. The President shall preside at all meetings of the Representative Assembly.
4.1.4. A quorum for the transaction of business shall consist of. Sixty percent (60%) of the membership present, in person, who
are eligible to vote.
4.1.5. The Executive Director shall be responsible for the following:
4.1.5.1. Making arrangements for the meeting, including the preparation of materials to be considered by the assembly and distribution of the materials to members at least twenty (21) days prior to the meeting.
4.1.5.2. Keeping records and minutes of the assembly.
4.1.5.3. Reproducing and distributing the minutes and proceedings of the assembly.
4.1.5.4. Certifying to the President that a quorum is present.
4.1.6. The Parliamentarian shall assist the President in the conduct of meetings and the transaction of business as provided in the
Constitution and Bylaws of the association and the Operating Code of the assembly. Items not covered by either of these
documents shall be decided according to Robert's Rule of Order, Newly Revised.
4.1.7. Members of the association who are not delegates or proxies may attend meeting of the assembly without vote provided
they are seated in the section provided for visitors. They may be recognized and/or permitted to speak upon a majority vote
of the Assembly.
4.2.
Transaction of Business
4.2.1. All agenda items requiring action by the Representative Assembly at a regular meeting must be submitted in writing to all
delegates at least twenty (21) one days prior to the meeting.
4.2.2. An item requiring action, not previously submitted in writing as heretofore specified, may be considered by the Assembly
upon an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members present.
4.2.3. Action taken by the Board of Directors shall be reported to the Representative Assembly.
4.2.4. Decision on all matters is determined by a majority of delegates present and voting except as otherwise provided in the
Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of the Association and/or the Operating Code for the Representative Assembly.
4.2.5. Motions to approve or disapprove items submitted to the Assembly. Motions made to amend items or to initiate new business must be made in writing on the form provided for this purpose. The motions may then be made verbally to the
Assembly.
4.3.
Elections
4.3.1. Nominations for office are submitted by the respective nominating committees and the names of nominees together with
the accompanying vitae must be mailed to the delegates at least twenty (21) days prior to the meeting. Any member of the
Assembly may submit a nomination from the floor provided the Executive Director has certified that the nominee is eligible on the basis of qualifications as prescribed by the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of the Association and the
Operating Code for Nominating Committees.
4.3.2. These qualifications are:
4.3.2.1. The nominee for President-elect must have been a member of the Association for the preceding five (5) consecutive years.
Nominees for DivisionVice President-elect must have been a member of the Association for the preceding three (3) years.
4.3.2.2. Must be actively engaged in the area represented by the office for which nominated.
4.3.2.3. Shall not hold and/or accept nomination for more than one office at a time. A person may not resign an office in order to
qualify under this restriction.
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4.3.2.4. Must have agreed in writing prior to nomination to serve if elected.
4.3.3. Elections shall be by secret ballot. An individual shall be elected by receiving a majority of the votes cast. When a majority
is not received with three (3) or more nominees, the two (2) persons with the highest number of votes shall be voted on
again. In the event of a tie for second place on the initial ballot, the two (2) persons who are tied shall be voted on to determine who is to be placed on the run-off ballot.
4.4.
Interim Business
4.4.1. The Representative Assembly may act on matters submitted to members by mail upon approval by the Board of Directors.
A mail ballot may also be taken as a result of official action to do so at a meeting of the Assembly.
4.4.2. A quorum of the Assembly must participate in the voting by mail ballot and no mail vote shall be valid beyond thirty (30)
days after official notification. Procedures for voting and requred vote for approval must conform to the Bylaws of TAHPERD.
4.4.3. In the event of an interim election, the procedures for nomination and election shall conform insofar as is practical to the
regular election procedures.
5. Amendments
5.1.
Recommendations for revisions and/or amendments to this code shall be submitted through the Executive Committee
and/or Board of Directors. The code shall be revised or amended by two-thirds of members voting.
Adopted by Representative Assembly
Amended:
November
December
December
May
December
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Operating Code for All Sections (Except Student Section & Research Section)
1. Purpose
1.1.
The purpose of each section is to promote the development of the area concerned by providing meetings at the summer
conference and annual state convention and conducting such projects as the section officers consider advisable.
1.2.
The Student Section is the only Section to have a separate Operating Code.
2. Organization
2.1.
Membership shall be open to all Professional Members of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation,
and Dance.
2.2.
The officers of the Section shall be the Chair, Chair-elect, Past Chair, and Secretary.
2.3.
Officers shall be elected at the regular section meeting during the annual state convention by a majority of Professional
Members present.
2.4.
In the event that a section fails to elect any of its officers, an appointment shall be made by the President of the TAHPERD,
except that the Chair-elect shall succeed to the position of Chair.
2.5.
In the event of the death, resignation, or removal of a person in the office of Chair-elect or Secretary, the person with the
second highest vote in the original election shall assume the office. If this person is unable to serve, the President shall appoint
a person for the office.
2.6.
Officers desiring to resign should do so by letter/email to the President of the TAHPERD.
2.7.
Officers may be removed by the President for inefficiency or other just cause.
2.8.
Each section shall contain an Executive Committee composed of the Chair, Chair-elect, Past Chair, Secretary, and a representative from the Student Section. The Executive Committee shall conduct such activities as are necessary between the annual
meetings of the association in order to ensure continuity in the operation of each section.
2.9.
All elected officers and/or appointed committee Chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership Conference
as well as the annual state convention.
3. Election of Officers
3.1.
General Procedure
3.1.1. Officers shall be elected by a majority vote of Professional Members present at the section meeting.
3.1.2. Voting shall be by secret ballot prepared by the Chair of the section nominating committee or by show of hands of Professional
Members present.
3.1.3. The Chair-elect automatically becomes Chair at the end of the convention. Thus the officers to be elected each year are a Chairelect and Secretary.
3.1.4. To be eligible to hold office, a person:
3.1.4.1. must be a member in good standing
3.1.4.2. must have indicated a willingness to serve if elected;
3.1.4.3. must not have accepted nomination for another office or must not be holding office as Chair or Chair-elect of a Section, Vice
President or Vice President-elect of a Division, or President or President-elect of the Association;
3.1.4.4. must not resign from an office in order to accept nomination from another office.
3.2.
Nominating Procedures
3.2.1. The Section nominating committee shall consist of members of the Section Executive Committee, with the Past Chair of the
section serving as Chair of the nominating committee.
3.2.2. The nominating committee shall present the names of one or more persons for each of the offices of Chair-elect and Secretary.
Such persons must be eligible under the provisions of Section 3.1.4, above.
3.2.3. Opportunity shall be given for delegates to make nominations from the floor provided that individuals so nominated are
eligible under the provisions of Section 3.1.4, above.
3.2.4. The nominating committee shall select the slate of officers by mail or electronic ballot to be conducted by the committee Chair,
as follows:
3.2.4.1. Each of the three (3) members of the committee shall rank all candidates for each office with a 1 for first choice, 2 for second
choice, 3 for third choice, and so on.
3.2.4.2. Upon receipt of the ballots from the committee, the Chair shall total the ranks for each candidate and select the persons with
the lowest totals.
3.2.4.3. A second ballot is held on these persons by ranking 1 through 4. The person or persons with the lowest totals on this ballot
become(s) the nominee(s).
3.2.4.4. If there are four (4) or fewer candidates on the original list, a second ballot is unnecessary.
3.2.4.5. If there are fewer than two (2) candidates, no ballot is necessary.
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3.2.4.6. The committee Chair contacts the person or persons selected as candidates for each office to reaffirm their willingness to serve.
If one declines, the person with the next lowest total on the ballot becomes the nominee.
3.3.
The following dates should be observed by all concerned in connection with the selection of nominees:
3.3.1. December: Call for Nominations is distributed at the annual convention and posted on the TAHPERD website.
3.3.2. March: Announcement in the TAHPERD Journal inviting members to submit recommendations to the Section nominating
committees.
3.3.3. September 1: Nominating committee Chair (Section Past Chair) contacts the other members of the Section nominating
committee (Executive Committee) asking them to solicit recommendations of prospective nominees from their colleagues and
send the names to the state office to verify eligibility.
3.3.4. September 5-October 10: Nominating committee identifies candidate(s) for each office
3.3.5. October 10-November 1: The Section nominating committee chair confirms with the candidate(s) for each Section office their
willingness to serve.
3.3.6. November 1: Nominating committee Chair notifies Executive Director of candidates.
3.4. Qualifications of Candidates
3.4.1. To be eligible for nomination to a section office, a person must:
3.4.1.1. be a Professional Member in good standing;
3.4.1.2. have a professed interest and be actively participating in the area represented by a Section;
3.4.1.3. at the time of nomination, shall not be holding one of the following offices in TAHPERD: President, President-elect, Vice
President, Vice President-elect, Section Chair, Section Chair-elect;
3.4.1.4. not have accepted a nomination for any other TAHPERD office;
3.4.1.5. not have resigned from an office listed in Section 3.1.4.c, above, in order to be eligible for another office.
Approved by the Board of Directors, November 1962
Amended:
December
November
April
December
April
1971
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1986
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1. Name
1.1.
The name of this section shall be the Research Section of the College Division of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the Research Section shall be to solicit, evaluate, and select the research poster presentations and scholarship
recipients for the Annual Convention.
3. Organization
3.1.
The Research Section shall be organized as a section of the College Division.
3.2.
The section officers shall consist of: Chair, Chair-elect, Past Chair, and secretary.
3.3.
Section chairs shall serve four-year (4) terms with a Secretary being elected each year during the Annual Convention who will
rotate into the Chair-elect position at the following Annual Convention. The officer rotation is: Secretary to Chair-elect to
Chair to Past Chair.
3.4.
Individuals who have served a full four-year (4) term may not immediately succeed themselves as a section chair.
4. Operation
4.1.
The Research Section officers shall be responsible for the selection of the research posters to be presented during the annual
convention.
4.2.
There shall be three categories for the research posters: Undergraduate, Graduate, and Professional.
4.3.
The Research Section officers shall be responsible for selecting the best research poster presented in each category.
4.4.
The best presentation in the Undergraduate and Graduate categories will receive a monetary recognition. To receive the monetary recognition, the presenter must be registered for the convention and present at the Research Poster Presentations.
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The best presentation in the Professional category will receive recognition but no monetary or in-kind compensation.
5. Nominations
5.1.
Request for nominations for the office of chair and/or secretary will be published in the TAHPERD Journal and/or newsletter
and through forms provided on the TAHPERD website.
5.2.
At the time of election, nominees must be a current member of TAHPERD
5.3.
Nominations may be submitted to the TAHPERD Office on the nomination form or online at www.tahperd.org.
6. Research Poster Submission
6.1.
Criteria
6.1.1. Format involves presentation of research project/findings on a 3’ x 4’ (height x width) poster board and discussion with attendees during a 90 minute program session.
6.1.2. Title Page
6.1.2.1. Review Category (Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional)
6.1.2.2. Title of research study - should be clearly stated on Title Page
6.1.2.3. Author’s information
6.1.2.3.1.If there is more than one author, note who is the “lead author” for communication purposes
6.1.2.3.2.Provide mailing address, telephone number, email address, and university/affiliation for each author/presenter. Indicate by each
author if they will be a “presenting author” or not.
6.1.2.4. Indicate which of these Review Categories best identifies the research: biomechanics, dance, exercise physiology and fitness,
health, leisure and recreation, measurement, motor behavior, pedagogy, psychology, sociocultural special populations, sport
management / administration, sports medicine.
6.1.3.
6.1.3.1.
6.1.3.2.
6.1.3.3.
6.1.3.4.
6.1.4.
6.1.4.1.
6.1.4.2.
6.1.4.3.
Abstract Format includes
Must be typed as one paragraph in 300 words or less
The abstract must include: Purpose, Methods, Analysis / Results, Conclusion
Do NOT include tables or charts as they will not be published
Title page and Abstract must be submitted on separate pages for blind review.
Submitting Research Poster Proposal
June 30 - Deadline for submission of Research Abstract proposal and number each for blind review.
Submitted electronically to the Director for Conventions and Meetings at the TAHPERD office in a Word document.
The lead author of the research must be a current TAHPERD member at the time of the poster presentation and registered for
the convention.
6.1.4.4. All authors participating in the presentation must be a TAHPERD member and registered for the convention.
6.1.5. Selection of Research Poster Presentations
6.1.5.1. TAHPERD staff will document receiving the proposals and number each for blind review
6.1.5.2. July 15 - TAHPERD staff will email the numbered proposals with the electronic selection evaluation forms to the Research
Section officers. An evaluation rubric will be utilized to review all proposals for poster presentations.
6.1.5.3. If a member of the Section officers is one of the authors presenting, they will complete an evaluation form for all the proposals except for their own.
6.1.5.4. August 10 - Abstract Review forms are due back to the Research Section Chair
6.1.5.5. August 15 - The Research Section Chair notifies the TAHPERD office of the selected Research Section Poster presentations
6.2.
6.2.1.
6.2.2.
6.2.3.
6.2.4.
6.2.5.
6.2.6
Research Poster Judging
Research Poster program will be scheduled for Friday, 9:00 am - Noon during the Annual Convention
Research Posters will be set up between 8:00-9:00 am
Judging will take place between 9:00-11:00 am
The Research Section Chairs will serve as judges.
In the event that one or more of the Research Section officers is an author on a poster being presented, they will be excluded
from participating as a judge and one or more of the College Division Vice Presidents will serve as a judge to yield four judges.
If one or more of the Research Section officers is not present, one or more of the College Division Vice Presidents will serve
as a judge to yield four judges.
The total score for the poster will be determined by the sum of the abstract score (determined by the abstract review) and the
poster review score.
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Amended:
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December
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1. Name
The name of this section shall be the Student Section (College Division) of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of this section shall be:
2.2.
To encourage student membership in the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (TAHPERD) and other related professional associations.
2.3.
To promote the mission of the TAHPERD on the student level.
2.4.
To promote the development of professional interest, attitudes, and outlooks of students in their profession.
2.5.
To offer student majors opportunities to exchange ideas on subjects of interest in areas of health education, physical education, recreation, dance, and related fields.
2.6.
To provide opportunities for students to meet leaders in the profession and to discuss with such leaders the goals, problems,
and issues of the profession.
3. Membership
The membership shall include any Student Member in good standing of TAHPERD.
4. Officers
4.1.
The officers of this section shall consist of two (2) elected officers, six (6) appointed officers, and a faculty advisor.
4.1.1. Elected officers
4.1.1.1. Chair
4.1.1.2. Chair-elect
4.1.2. Appointed officers
4.1.2.1. First Vice Chair
4.1.2.2. Second Vice Chair
4.1.2.3. Secretary
4.1.2.4. First Vice Chair-elect
4.1.2.5. Second Vice Chair-elect
4.1.2.6. Secretary-elect
4.2.
The term of office for elected officers shall be two years. The term for appointed officers shall be for one year. The faculty
advisor shall be appointed by the Chair and approved by the TAHPERD President. The appointed officers shall be designated by the Chair and approved by the faculty advisor.
4.3.
In case the office of Chair is vacated, the First Vice Chair becomes Chair for the unexpired term.
4.4.
In case the office of First Vice Chair is vacant, the Second Vice Chair becomes First Vice Chair.
4.5.
In case the office of Second Vice Chair is vacant or if the office of Chair or First Vice Chair cannot be filled by procedures
stated in 4.3-4.4 above, the TAHPERD President shall appoint a student from the institution at which the former incumbent
was attending when elected.
4.6.
All elected and/or appointed Student Section Chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership Conference as
well as the annual state convention.
5. Election of Officers
5.1.
Each institution in the state preparing students in health education, physical education, recreation, and dance may provide student delegates to the Student Section election and receive the following number of votes according to the number of TAHPERD student members as of November 1:
Student Members
1-5
1 vote
6-10
2 votes
11-15 3 votes
16-up 4 votes
(maximum of 4 votes)
5.2.
All delegates must be members of TAHPERD at the time of the business meeting for the Student Section at the annual convention. No delegate may have more than one (1) vote.
5.3.
Voting for candidates shall be by secret ballot. A majority vote constitutes an election. If no candidate has a majority of votes
cast, the two highest candidates shall be voted on until an election is completed. If the TAHPERD Student Section chair is a
voting delegate for their school, she/he will mark a ballot with her/his vote and seal it in an envelope. If there is a tie, the
Section Chair’s vote will be used to break the tie.
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Each institution in the state preparing student majors may submit only one candidate for the elected office of Chair. Each candidate must submit to the presiding First Vice Chair a slate of two designated people to fill the appointed offices of First Vice
Chair and Second Vice Chair. All three individuals must be present at the business meeting during the election of officers.
Each candidate must be a member of TAHPERD. Candidates must be a freshman, sophomore, or junior. In selecting these
persons, the following criteria should be observed:
Nominees must have indicated their willingness to serve if elected.
The offices of Chair-elect, First Vice Chair-elect, and Second Vice Chair-elect may be filled by persons of either sex.
A candidate must be present at the business meeting of the Student Section at the annual convention to be considered for election.
The names of these candidates, together with 100 copies of brief biographical data, should be in the hands of the Student
Section Chair by November 15.
If candidates are declared prior to the business meeting, no nominations may be made from the floor. If there are no candidates prior to the business meeting, nominations may be taken from the floor for students present wearing a name badge
denoting they are registered for the convention and a current member.
Results of the election shall be announced prior to the close of the business meeting.
6. Duties of Officers
6.1.
Chair
6.1.1. Shall preside over all meetings of the Student Section
6.1.2. Shall attend the annual Leadership Conference, Spring Convention Planning meeting, the Board of Directors meetings, the
TAHPERD Annual Convention, and activities planned by the Student Section officers.
6.1.3. Shall assist the TAHPERD office in planning and hosting a Student Conference.
6.1.4. Shall plan the business meeting and program for the Student Section meetings at the TAHPERD annual convention.
6.1.5. Shall serve as an ex officio member of all (Student Section) committees.
6.1.6. Shall see that the duties of other officers are executed.
6.1.7. Shall make a report, in writing, to the spring and winter Board of Directors meetings.
6.1.8. Shall keep a complete file of records and submit this file to his/her successor.
6.2.
Chair-elect
6.2.1. Shall attend the annual Leadership Conference, Spring Convention Planning meeting, the Board of Directors meetings, the
TAHPERD Annual Convention, and activities planned by the Student Section officers.
6.2.2. Shall shadow the current Chair in all duties and responsibilities.
6.2.3. Shall begin developing leadership strategies for her/his tenure in office
6.2.4. Assist the current Chair in preparing the annual report to the Board of Directors.
6.3.
First Vice Chair
6.3.1. Shall preside at any meeting at the request of the Chair, and assume the duties of the Section Chair in his/her absence.
6.3.2. Shall be in charge of conducting the election of new officers at the Student Section meeting.
6.3.3. Shall act as Social Chair for the student social at the annual convention.
6.3.4. Shall keep a complete file of records and submit this file to his/her successor.
6.4.
Second Vice Chair
6.4.1. Shall assume the office of First Vice Chair in his/her absence.
6.4.2. Shall perform such duties as designated by the Section Chair.
6.5.
Secretary
6.5.1. Shall keep minutes of all meetings.
6.5.2. Shall handle such correspondence as the Section Chair directs.
6.5.3. Shall submit a complete file of records to his/her successor.
6.6.
All officers must attend the Convention Planning Meeting held on Friday of the convention.
7. Meetings
7.1.
There shall be a business meeting during the annual convention for the election of officers and other business as indicated.
7.2.
The Chair may call other special meetings as needed.
8. Publicity
The publicity for the Student Section shall be included in the TAHPERD Journal and on the TAHPERD website.
Adopted by the Student Section and approved by Board of Directors: November 1962
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Operating Code for Adapted Physical Activities Committee
1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Adapted Physical Activity Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the committee shall be to initiate and conduct projects designed to improve programs for individuals with
disabilities in public and private elementary and secondary schools, in the colleges and universities, in non-school groups
and agencies, and in the community.
2.2.
The committee will select the TAHPERD Adapted Physical Educator of the Year Award recipient.
2.3.
All elected officers and/or appointed committee chairs are expected to attend the annual Leadership Conference as well as
the annual state convention.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine (9) members, including the Chair.
3.3.
Three (3) of the nine (9) members shall be the Chair, Chair-elect, and the immediate Past Chair of the Adapted Physical
Education Section. These persons have the same status as appointed members including the right to vote.
3.4.
Committee members shall serve three-year (3) terms with three (3) persons being appointed by the President-elect each
year.
3.5.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that at least three (3) of the members are from the elementary and/or secondary
schools or non-school agencies, that at least three (3) are from colleges and universities, and that at least three(3) of the
members are men and at least three (3) are women.
3.6.
Individuals appointed to this committee must be professionally engaged at least part-time in programs for individuals with
disabilities.
3.7.
Individuals who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
4. Operation
4.1.
The following are examples of matters to which the committee should direct attention in order to carry out the purpose as
stated in Section 2, above:
4.1.1. Scope and sequence of activities in programs for individuals with disabilities.
4.1.2. Resource materials and curriculum guides.
4.1.3. Standards for teacher preparation programs.
4.1.4. Recruitment, selection, and retention of majors in programs for individuals with disabilities.
4.1.5. Standards in programs for individuals with disabilities for accreditation of the public schools.
4.1.6. Standards for programs for individuals with disabilities in colleges and universities.
4.2.
Major projects such as scheduling and conducting conferences, making extensive surveys, and those involving considerable
interaction with individuals and groups outside the association must be approved by the Board of Directors before they are
conducted.
4.3.
Recommendations and materials developed by the committee are to be prepared for approval by the Board of Directors
and/or Representative Assembly as appropriate. Upon approval these items would then be forwarded by the President to
the designated individuals or groups as the official recommendation of the association.
4.4.
The committee shall make an annual report to the Board of Directors outlining the activities conducted during the year and
containing any recommendations that require approval by the Board of Directors and/or Representative Assembly. This
annual report is to be email/mailed to the Executive Director by November 1 so that distribution can be made to Board
members prior to their meeting at the annual convention.
4.5.
The provisions of 4.1.4 do not preclude the committee from submitting recommendations at other times during the year
and for such recommendations to be submitted to the Board of Directors or Representative Assembly for approval by mail
ballot. The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors has the responsibility of determining when matters shall be
referred to these bodies for mail ballot.
4.6.
The committee shall support the activity of a presentation team designed to provide information regarding adapted physical activity practices and/or methods by members of the APA presentation team.
4.6.1. Designation of and guidelines for a presentation team coordinator.
4.6.2. Guidelines for APA presentation team members.
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1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Awards Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the Awards Committee is to select individuals to receive the David K. Brace Award, the Honor Award,
and the Emerging Professional Award. The Awards Committee will also facilitate the selection process of all awards given
by TAHPERD standing committees to include: David K. Brace Award, Honor Award, Emerging Professional Award,
Scholar, Educator/Professional of the Year, Pathfinder, Trailblazer, Distinguished Service Award, and Administrator of the
Year Awards.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a standing committee of the Association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine (9) voting members, including the Chair. Members should be from various geographical areas, disciplines in the profession, and levels of education. Preference should be given to members who have
received TAHPERD Awards. Committee members and the Chair shall be appointed by the TAHPERD President and
approved by the Board of Directors. The TAHPERD Executive Director is an ex officio, non-voting member.
3.3.
Three members shall be appointed annually for three-year terms.
3.4.
Members who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
4. Awards Timelines, Procedures, and Responsibilities
4.1.
September – January 31: Awards Committee members and members of all respective standing committees selecting
awards recipients will solicit nominees for all TAHPERD Awards.
4.2.
October 1 - December 15: TAHPERD Office distributes nomination forms to TAHPERD membership via the
Journal, Convention Program, emails.
4.3.
February 1: TAHPERD Office distributes current operating codes for awards to Chairs of each standing committee
responsible for selecting award recipients.
4.4.
February 1: All nominations due to the TAHPERD Office.
4.5.
February 20: Awards Committee Chair collects and reviews any suggested changes to the Operating Codes from the
standing committees selecting award recipients. Copies of suggested changes are sent to the TAHPERD Office by March 1.
4.6.
February 20: TAHPERD Office mails application packets, sent to eligible nominees.
4.7.
March 18: Early Bird deadline for nominees to return application packets to TAHPERD office
4.8.
March 31: All application packets and support materials from nominees due to TAHPERD Office.
4.9.
April 15: TAHPERD Office duplicates support materials and mails to respective committee members with rating forms
and a letter explaining responsibilities and timelines.
4.10.
May 5: Committee members send their completed rating forms for each nominee to the Committee Chair.
4.11.
May 10: Rating forms will be tabulated by the respective committee Chair. For the Brace, Honor, and Emerging
Professional awards, the lowest and highest scores will not be used in determining the recipient. The award recipient
must have an average rating of 85% or better to receive the award.
4.12.
May 10: In the event of a tie, the respective committee Chair sends a ballot to the committee members for them to rank
the nominees.
4.13.
May 15: Ranking ballots are received by the respective committee Chair.
4.14.
May 20: Final award recipients' names are received by the TAHPERD Office.
4.15.
June 1: Chair of each respective standing committee will send all award election results to the TAHPERD Office to be
archived for a period of one (1) year.
4.16.
June 1: The TAHPERD Office will mail letters of congratulations from the TAHPERD President to all award recipients
with information on the Awards presentations at the TAHPERD Convention and a request for a biography and picture.
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4.21.
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4.21.4.
4.21.5.
4.22.
4.23.
4.24.
5.
5.1.
5.1.1.
5.1.2.
5.1.2.1.
5.1.2.2.
5.1.2.3.
5.1.2.4.
5.1.2.5.
5.1.2.6.
5.1.2.7.
5.1.3.
5.1.3.1.
5.1.3.2.
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The TAHPERD Office will also verify the spelling of the award recipients’ name, etc.
June 1: Members of all committees selecting awards send the rating forms to the TAHPERD Office to be archived for
one year.
June 5: The TAHPERD Office will email a list of the award recipients to all selecting committee members and the Board
of Directors.
October 1 (end of business): TAHPERD Office shall forward the names of the Texas award recipients as nominees
where appropriate for Southern District AHPERD awards.
Awards Committee Chair will serve as emcee in conjunction with TAHPERD’s President for the Awards program at
the annual convention.
Awards Committee members will:
participate in updating the Awards Committee Operating Code
participate in all meetings of the Awards Committee
participate in the awards selection process
assist the Chair with planning and implementation of the Awards program
recuse themselves if they are unable to objectively evaluate an award nominee(s). If this occurs, the committee member
shall not evaluate any of the candidates for that award.
An appropriate plaque commemorating the award shall be presented to the recipients at a special awards program. The
recipient will be recognized at a general session during the annual convention. The TAHPERD Office shall have the
responsibility for the preparation of the plaque.
An announcement of the awards recipients shall be published in the Fall issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
The TAHPERD Office shall be responsible for providing a “standard press release” to the award recipient for use in their
local newspaper.
TAHPERD Awards Qualifications and Credentials
David K. Brace Award (Qualifications verified by the TAHPERD Office)
The candidate must have been a Professional, Retired, and/or Emeritus member of TAHPERD for ten (10) years immediately preceding the nomination for the award.
Credentials evaluated by the Awards Committee
The candidate for the Brace Award shall have a minimum of twenty (20) years in the fields of health, physical education,
recreation, and/or dance.
The candidate must have received the TAHPERD Honor Award.
Candidate must have received a state, district, or national award for professional contributions.
Have documented evidence of extensive professional involvement in an associated national organization such as SHAPE
America
Exemplify the best in service, teaching, administration, and/or research.
Be recognized by TAHPERD members as a noteworthy leader.
Be the type of person whose life and contributions could inspire others.
Committee Rating Procedures
Committee members shall rate each candidate from one to ten (1-10) on each of the four (4) credential categories. The
highest possible score for all four qualifications would be forty (40) points.
The Chair will tabulate the ratings of the committee and select the candidate with the highest average rating. In order to
receive the award, a candidate must have an average rating of thirty-four (34) points or better equaling an 85% average.
If two (2) or more persons are tied for first (1) place, the Chair will send the names of these candidates to the committee
members for ranking. All candidates must be ranked. Not more than one (1) person may be selected each year for the
Brace Award.
Credentials of candidates not selected for the award will remain in the nomination pool for two more years. A letter
and/or email will be sent to request a one page vita update previous to the next period of consideration each year.
Honor Award
Eligibility verified by the TAHPERD Office
The candidate must have been a Professional and/or Emeritus member of TAHPERD for five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for the award.
5.2.1.2.
Credentials evaluated by the Awards Committee
5.2.1.3.
The candidate for the Honor Award shall have served a minimum of ten (10) years in Texas in the field of health, physical education, recreation, and/or dance as evidenced through three (3) of the four (4) following areas:
5.2.1.3.1. Excellence in teaching and/or administrative achievement
5.2.1.3.2. Significant contribution to research, professional literature, and/or creative endeavors
5.2.1.3.3. Leadership in the profession including attendance at clinics, workshops, and conventions; administrative achievement;
and service to professional associations
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5.2.1.3.4. Outstanding community service, not limited to activities such as volunteering for local American Cancer Society,
Community Food Bank, Kiwanis, Jump Rope for Heart, Hoops for Heart, etc.
5.2.2.
Committee Rating Procedures
5.2.2.1.
Committee members shall rate each candidate from one to ten (1-10) in the four (4) credential categories. Scores from
the highest three categories will be used to determine the average final score for the candidate (the highest possible score
for all three qualifications would be thirty (30) points).
5.2.2.2.
The Chair will tabulate the ratings of the committee and select the three (3) candidates with the highest average rating.
In order to receive the award, a candidate must have an average rating of twenty-six (26) points or better equaling an 85%
or higher average.
5.2.2.3.
If two or more persons are tied for third place, the Chair will send the names of these candidates to the committee members for ranking. All candidates must be ranked.
5.2.3.
Credentials of candidates not selected for the award will remain in the nomination pool for two more years. A letter
and/or email will be sent to request a one page vita update previous to the next period of consideration each year.
5.3.
5.3.1.
5.3.1.1.
5.3.1.2.
5.3.2.
5.3.3.
5.4.
5.4.1.
5.4.1.1.
5.4.2.
5.4.2.1.
5.4.2.2.
5.4.2.3.
5.4.2.4.
5.5.
5.5.1.
5.5.1.1.
5.5.1.2.
5.5.2.
5.5.2.1.
5.5.2.2.
5.5.2.3.
5.5.2.4.
5.5.2.5.
5.5.3.
5.5.3.1.
5.5.3.2.
5.5.3.3.
5.6.
5.6.1.
Educator/Professional of the Year
Qualifications verified by the TAHPERD Office
Must have been a TAHPERD member for the three (3) years preceding nomination
All candidates must meet Divisional requirements as described in the respective Operating Codes for the TAHPERD
Divisions of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Credentials evaluated by divisional standing committees.
Criteria described in each Division’s Operating Code are evaluated by the Division Standing Committee and must meet
the minimum criteria of Southern District and/or SHAPE America.
Committee Rating Procedures – Refer to the respective divisional standing committee operating codes.
Scholar
Qualifications verified by the TAHPERD Office
Persons must be an active member of TAHPERD, i.e., service, leadership, etc., for the five (5) years preceding nomination.
Criteria for Selection
Scholarly activities must be in the areas of our profession.
Persons selected shall be clearly outstanding and an individual who is recognized statewide and nationally for their expertise.
Persons must be actively engaged in the profession for the previous ten (10) years as demonstrated by publications, presentations, and/or creative endeavors.
Persons must be actively engaged in TAHPERD.
Emerging Professional
Qualifications to be verified by the TAHPERD Office
Must have been a TAHPERD member for the two (2) years preceding nomination. Two (2) years as a student member
would qualify.
The candidate must be a current professional member
Criteria evaluated by the Awards Committee:
The candidate for the Emerging Professional of the Year Award must have been working five (5) or fewer years in the
profession since obtaining their teaching certificate. A copy of the official State Board of Education teaching certificate
record is to be included with application and support materials.
Recognized excellence in professional duties
Leadership and service to the profession to include contributions made to TAHPERD conventions, workshops, and conferences.
Community service
Enthusiastic promotion of the HPERD profession
Committee Rating Procedures
Nominees will be evaluated on a scale of one to ten (1-10) in each of the four (4) criteria listed above (9.2.1-9.2.5). The
highest possible score for all four (4) criteria categories would be forty (40).
The Chair will tabulate the ratings of the committee and select the candidate with the highest average rating. In order to
receive the award, a candidate must have an average rating of thirty-four (34) points or better equaling an 85% or higher
average.
If two (2) or more persons are tied for first place, the Chair will send the names of these candidates to the committee
members for ranking. All candidates must be ranked.
Pathfinder Award
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continuous dedication to the advocacy, recruitment, and enhancement of girls and women in sport and sport leadership
in Texas. The presentation for the TAHPERD Pathfinder Award will qualify a TAHPERD member for consideration for
the NAGWS national Pathfinder Award.
5.6.2.
Criteria
5.6.2.1.
Candidates must be a current TAHPERD member for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for
the award.
5.6.2.2.
The female candidate for the Pathfinder Award must have worked for ten (10) or more years in the profession as is evidenced by:
5.6.2.2.1. Recognized excellence and dedication to the advocacy and recruitment of girls and women in sport and sport leadership
in the State of Texas
5.6.2.2.2. Exhibit leadership and service to the profession in girls and women’s sport
5.6.2.2.3. Demonstrate enthusiastic promotion of girls and women’s sport within the HPERD profession.
5.6.3.
Committee Rating Procedures
5.6.3.1.
Committee members shall rate each candidate from one to ten (1-10) on each of the four (4) credential categories. The
highest possible score for all four qualifications would be forty (40) points.
5.6.3.2.
The Chair will tabulate the ratings of the committee and select the candidate with the highest average rating. In order to
receive the award, a candidate must have an average rating of thirty-four (34) points or better equaling an 85% or higher
average.
5.6.3.3.
If two (2) or more persons are tied for first (1st) place, the Chair will send the names of these candidates to the committee
members for ranking. All candidates must be ranked. Not more than one (1) person may be selected each year for the
Pathfinder Award.
5.7.
5.7.1.
Trailblazer Award
The TAHPERD Trailblazer Award will be established to provide state recognition to TAHPERD members who have
demonstrated continuous dedication to the advocacy, recruitment, and enhancement of male and/or female sport and
sport leadership in Texas.
5.7.2.
Criteria
5.7.2.1.
Candidates must be a TAHPERD member for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for the award.
5.7.2.2.
The candidate for the Trailblazer Award must have worked for ten (10) or more years in the profession as is evidenced by:
5.7.2.2.1. Recognized excellence and dedication to the advocacy and recruitment of athletes in male and/or female sport and sport
leadership in the State of Texas
5.7.2.2.2. Exhibit leadership and service to the profession in male and/or female sport
5.7.2.2.3. Demonstrate enthusiastic promotion of male and/or female sport within the HPERD profession.
5.7.3.
Committee Rating Procedures
5.7.3.1.
Committee members shall rate each candidate from one to ten (1-10) on each of the four (4) credential categories. The
highest possible score for all four qualifications would be forty (40) points.
5.7.3.2.
The Chair will tabulate the ratings of the committee and select the candidate with the highest average rating. In order to
receive the award, a candidate must have an average rating of thirty-four (34) points or better equaling an 85% or higher
average.
5.7.3.3.
If two (2) or more persons are tied for first (1st) place, the Chair will send the names of these candidates to the committee
members for ranking. All candidates must be ranked. Not more than one (1) person may be selected each year for the
Trailblazer Award.
5.8.
5.8.1.
5.8.2.
5.8.2.1.
5.8.2.2.
5.8.2.3.
5.8.2.4.
5.8.2.5.
K-12 Administrator of the Year Award
The K-12 Administrator of the Year Award honors those individuals who have dedicated themselves to excellence as
administrators or supervisors, in contributions to their profession, and in service to the mission of TAHPERD. These
individuals exemplify the highest standards in accomplishment and innovation, and in strong and vigorous leadership.
Criteria
Candidates must be a current TAHPERD member for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for
the award.
The candidate shall serve a K-12 administrator / supervisor of the disciplines for health, physical education, recreation,
and/or dance for five (5) or more years.
Demonstrate leadership in K-12 HPERD disciplines at the local and state levels.
Demonstrate advocacy for quality education in the HPERD disciplines.
Demonstrate significant contributions to curriculum development, technology, innovation, staff development, program
improvement, resource development in HPERD disciplines.
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5.8.3.1.
5.8.3.2.
5.8.3.3.
5.9.
5.9.1.
5.9.2.
5.9.2.1.
5.9.2.2.
5.9.2.3.
5.9.2.4.
5.9.2.5.
5.9.3.
5.9.3.1.
5.9.3.2.
5.9.3.3.
5.10.
5.10.1.
5.10.2.
5.10.2.1.
5.10.2.2.
5.10.2.3.
5.10.2.4.
5.10.2.5.
5.10.2.6.
5.10.3.
5.10.3.1.
5.10.3.2.
5.10.3.3.
5.10.3.4.
5.10.4.
5.10.4.1.
5.10.4.2.
5.10.4.3.
5.10.4.4.
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Committee Rating Procedures
Committee members shall rate each candidate from one to ten (1-10) on each of the nine (9) credential categories. The
highest possible score for all nine qualifications would be ninety (90) points.
The Chair will tabulate the ratings of the committee and select the candidate with the highest average rating. In order to
receive the award, a candidate must have an average rating of 76.5 points or better equaling an 85% or higher average.
If two (2) or more persons are tied for first (1st) place, the Chair will send the names of these candidates to the committee members for ranking. All candidates must be ranked. Not more than one (1) person may be selected each year for the
K-12 Administrator of the Year Award.
College/University Administrator of the Year Award
The College/University Administrator of the Year Award honors those individuals who have dedicated themselves to
excellence as administrators or supervisors, in contributions to their profession, and in service to the mission of TAHPERD. These individuals exemplify the highest standards in accomplishment and innovation, and in strong and vigorous
leadership.
Criteria
Candidates must be a current TAHPERD member for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for
the award.
The candidate shall serve a college/university administrator/supervisor of the disciplines for health, physical education,
recreation, and/or dance for five (5) or more years.
Demonstrate leadership in college/university HPERD disciplines at the local and state levels.
Demonstrate advocacy for quality education in the HPERD disciplines.
Demonstrate significant contributions to curriculum development, technology, innovation, staff development, program
improvement, resource development in HPERD disciplines.
Committee Rating Procedures
Committee members shall rate each candidate from one to ten (1-10) on each of the nine (9) credential categories. The
highest possible score for all nine qualifications would be ninety (90) points.
The Chair will tabulate the ratings of the committee and select the candidate with the highest average rating. In order to
receive the award, a candidate must have an average rating of 76.5 points or better equaling an 85% or higher average.
If two (2) or more persons are tied for first (1st) place, the Chair will send the names of these candidates to the committee members for ranking. All candidates must be ranked. Not more than one (1) person may be selected each year for the
College/University Administrator of the Year Award.
Dance Heritage Award
The TAHPERD Dance Heritage Award is established to provide state recognition to elite TAHPERD members who have
demonstrated continuous leadership and dedication to the advocacy and enhancement of dance in Texas.
Criteria
Candidates must be TAHPERD members for at least the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination for the award.
Candidates for the Dance Heritage Award must have worked for ten (10) or more years in the profession
Recognized excellence in education, choreography, performance or scholarship in dance
Leadership and service to professional organizations to include TAHPERD
Enthusiastic promotion of dance within the HPERD profession
Involvement in community outreach programs.
Dance Committee Selection Procedures
Candidates may be nominated by any member of TAHPERD.
Dance Committee members shall rate each candidate from one to ten (1-10) on each of the four (4) categories above. The
highest possible score for all four qualifications would be forty (40) points.
The Committee Chair will tabulate the ratings of the committee and average scores awarded by committee members participating thereby determining the candidate with the highest overall rating. In order to receive the recognition, the candidate must have an average rating of thirty-four (34) points or better equaling an 85% or higher average.
If two (2) or more persons are tied for first (1st) place, the Chair will send the names of these individuals to the
Committee members for ranking. All candidates tied for first place must be ranked.
Presentation of TAHPERD DANCE HERITAGE AWARD
The current Dance Committee Chair will forward the name of the Award recipient to TAHPERD's ED and to the TAHPERD Awards Committee Chair.
The ED will notify the recipient of the Award and all candidates as to the results of the selection process.
Presentation of the Award will be included in the TAHPERD Awards Program during the convention.
The ED will forward the recipient’s name to SHAPE America as a nominee for the National Dance Association’s Heritage
Award.
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5.11.2.
5.11.3.
5.11.4.
5.11.5.
5.11.6.
5.11.7.
5.11.8.
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5.12.1.
5.12.2.
5.12.3.
5.12.4.
5.12.5.
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Distinguished Service Award
Qualifications verified by the TAHPERD Office
There may be up to two (2) awards selected each year.
One award shall be awarded to an individual or organization outside the HPERD profession.
The second award may be awarded to an individual or organization inside or outside the HPERD profession.
Meritorious service and contributions to the fields of health, physical education, recreation, or dance in Texas
Recipients of the Distinguished Service Citation may be nominated by the membership of TAHPERD and selected by
the TAHPERD President.
Recipients of the Distinguished Service Award may be individuals, organizations, schools, or businesses.
Recipients of the Distinguished Service Award will have provided meritorious service, support, and/or contributions to
the President, TAHPERD, and/or the profession in Texas.
TAHPERD Outstanding Student of the Year (TOSY)
Must be a current TAHPERD member to nominate a student
May nominate two (2) students in any of the four disciplines per year
Students may be K-12 or college/university level
College students must be TAHPERD members to receive recognition
February 1: nomination deadline
All students nominated will receive a certificate of recognition
March 15: certificates will be mailed to the nominating TAHPERD member for presentation to the student
6. Method of Selecting TAHPERD Award Recipients
6.1
Any TAHPERD member may nominate persons for consideration for awards presented by TAHPERD. Members of the
Awards Committee and standing committees responsible for selecting the award recipients also have the responsibility to
solicit nominations.
6.2
Development of specific criteria for selection of TAHPERD Awards recipients will remain the responsibility of each individual standing committee.
6.3
In the event there is a single (1) nominee for an award; the individual will be evaluated on the same basis as if there were
multiple nominees.
6.4
To receive an award, all nominees must receive an average rating of 85% or higher to be considered eligible.
6.5
Unsuccessful candidates for the David K. Brace Award, Honor Award, and Scholar Award will remain in the candidate
pool for two years after nomination.
6.6
Unsuccessful candidates for all other TAHPERD awards may reapply but will not automatically be forwarded for reconsideration.
6.7
Diversity should be considered in selecting award recipients.
6.8
Members of awards selection committees are not eligible to be nominated for the respective committee’s award.
6.9
An award nominee may only be considered for one award per year. The TAHPERD office will contact any member nominated for more than one award and the nominee will select the award for which he/she wants to be considered.
6.10
A member may not receive the same award twice.
Adopted as the Honor Award Committee by the Board of Directors November 1955.
Amended:
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December
December
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Amended:
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1983
April
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December
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December
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1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the College Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the College Committee shall be to:
2.1.1. Initiate and conduct projects designed to improve the curriculum in and administration of community/junior and senior
colleges and universities.
2.1.2. Identify and address philosophical and practical issues currently important to college faculty and administrators.
2.1.3. Monitor the activities of those agencies and constituencies that affect or are affected by community/junior and senior college
and university programs.
2.1.4. All elected officers and/or appointed committee Chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership
Conference as well as the annual state convention.
2.1.5. Select the College/University Administrator of the Year Award recipient and College/University Physical Educator of the
Year recipient.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the Association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine (9) members, including the Chair.
3.3.
Three (3) of the nine (9) members shall be the Vice President, Vice President-elect, and Immediate Past Vice President of
the College Division. The remaining six (6) members shall be appointed by the President and approved by the Board of
Directors. The Past Vice President will serve as Chair.
3.4.
Committee members shall serve for a three-year (3) term with two (2) persons being appointed each year and one (1) person
becoming an ex officio member upon election as Vice President-elect of the College Division.
3.5.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that at least three (3) members hold administrative positions in college/university
HPERD departments and at least three (3) members hold faculty positions, representing a cross-section of the Dance,
Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Divisions.
3.6.
Individuals appointed to the committee must be actively engaged in some aspect of professional preparation or the administration of programs in health education, physical education, recreation, and/or dance at the community/junior or senior
college or university level.
3.7.
Individuals who have served a full three-year (3) term may not succeed themselves.
4. Operation
4.1.
To mentor the Student Section officers, through assistance in planning and implementing the TAHPERD Student
Conference and the student activities at the TAHPERD convention.
4.2.
To coordinate with the TAHPERD office Membership Manager and Executive Director in the recruitment of
community/junior college/university faculty for TAHPERD membership.
4.3.
To select the college/university physical educator of the year recipient and the college/university administrator of the year
recipient.
4.4.
To plan major projects such as scheduling and conducting conferences, making extensive surveys, and those involving
considerable interaction with individuals and groups outside the association. These must be approved in advance by the
Board of Directors.
4.5.
The Past Vice President will be responsible for monitoring and suggesting appropriate changes to the College Division
webpage through the executive director.
4.6.
Recommendations and materials developed by the committee are to be prepared for approval by the Board of Directors.
Upon approval, these would then be forwarded by the President to the designated individuals or groups as the official
recommendation of TAHPERD.
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The committee Chair shall make an annual report to the Board of Directors outlining the activities during the year and
containing any recommendations that require approval by the Board of Directors
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1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Dance Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the committee shall be to initiate and conduct projects designed to improve programs in dance in public
and private elementary and secondary schools, in colleges and universities, in non-school groups and agencies, and in the
community.
2.2.
All elected officers and/or appointed committee chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership Conference
as well as the TAHPERD Annual Convention.
2.3.
The Dance Committee shall be responsible for the selection of the Educator of the Year Awards for Dance K-12 and
College/University and the Dance Heritage Award.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine (9) members, including the Chair.
3.3.
Three (3) of the nine (9) members shall be the Vice President, Vice President-elect, and the immediate Past Vice President
of the Dance Division. The remaining six (6) members shall be appointed by the President and approved by the Board of
Directors. The immediate Past Vice President of the Dance Division shall serve as Chair (ex officio) of the committee.
3.4.
Committee members shall serve three-year (3) terms with two (2) persons being appointed each year and one (1) person
becoming a member by being elected Vice President-elect for Dance.
3.5.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that at least three (3) of the members are from the elementary and/or secondary
schools, that at least three (3) are from colleges and universities and that minority representation is encouraged.
3.6.
Individuals appointed to this committee must be actively engaged in dance education or dance as a performing art.
3.7.
Individuals who have served a full three-year (3) term on the Dance Committee may not immediately succeed themselves
as committee members.
4. Operation
4.1.
The following are examples of matters to which the committee should direct attention in order to carry out the purpose as
stated in Section II, above:
4.1.1. Selection of Dance Educators / Professionals of the Year Awards.
4.1.2. Scope and sequence of activities in the dance program.
4.1.3. Resource materials and curriculum guides for dance.
4.1.4. Standards for teacher preparation programs.
4.1.5. Recruitment, selection, and retention of majors in dance.
4.1.6. Standards in dance for accreditation of the public schools.
4.1.7. Standards for dance in colleges and universities.
4.1.8. The place of professional preparation for dance, as well as teacher preparation in dance.
4.2.
Major projects such as scheduling and conducting conferences, making extensive surveys, and those involving considerable
interaction with individuals and groups outside the association must be approved by the Board of Directors before they are
conducted.
4.3.
Recommendations and materials developed by the committee are to be prepared for approval by the Board of Directors
and/or Representative Assembly as appropriate. Upon approval these items would then be forwarded by the President to
the designated individuals or groups as the official recommendation of the association.
4.4.
The committee shall make an annual report to the Board of Directors outlining the activities conducted during the year and
containing any recommendations that require approval by the Board of Directors and/or Representative Assembly. The
annual report is due to the TAHPERD Office thirty days prior to the Board of Directors meeting so that distribution can
be made to Board members prior to their Spring and Winter meetings.
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4.5.
The provisions of 4.4 do not preclude the committee from submitting recommendations at other times during the year and
for such recommendations to be submitted to the Board of Directors or Representative Assembly for approval by mail/email
ballot. The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors has the responsibility of determining when matters shall be
referred to these bodies for mail ballot.
5. Dance Educator of the Year Awards
5.1.
The purpose of these awards is to: encourage and recognize outstanding teaching and professional involvement by educators/professionals in the various areas of dance education.
5.2.
Criteria – candidates must:
5.2.1. Be a dance teacher or provide a significant contribution to students in the field of dance for a minimum of three years
5.2.2. Serve as a positive role model epitomizing personal health and fitness, enjoyment of activity, and sensitivity to students.
5.2.3. Teach creatively and utilizes various methodologies.
5.2.4. Promote an understanding of dance as a creative art form.
5.2.5. Emphasize the significance of dance as an integral cultural component that enables students to understand their own cultural heritage as well as that of others.
5.2.6. Present a balanced and sequential curriculum based on the developmental, somatic, social, and psychological needs of the
students.
5.2.7. Encourage an appreciation of dance as an art form.
5.2.8. Demonstrate professional commitment through membership and active participation in local, state, and/or national dance
organizations.
5.2.9. Provide opportunities for students to share their creative work with appropriate audiences.
5.3.
Nomination/Application for Dance Educator of the Year
5.3.1. At the time of nomination, nominees must have been members of TAHPERD for three (3) years immediately preceding
nomination.
5.3.2. Any educator/professional who meets the criteria outlined may apply personally for the awards or be nominated by a colleague.
5.3.3. Nominations may be submitted to the TAHPERD Office on the form distributed at Convention or online on the TAHPERD
website
5.4.
Additional data must be submitted upon request to the Dance Committee Chair.
5.5.
Current TAHPERD Division Vice Presidents, past award recipients, and members of the Dance Committee are not eligible
as candidates.
5.6.
See the Operating Code of the Awards Committee for a timeline for nominations, balloting, and notification of award recipients.
5.7.
Brief biographies will be prepared by the Dance Committee Chair for inclusion in the Awards Program and the TAHPERD
Journal.
5.8.
These awards will be presented at the annual convention with proper recognition and certificate or plaque.
5.9.
TAHPERD award recipients are encouraged to attend the annual convention and Awards Dinner for recognition by their
colleagues.
5.10.
Descriptions of the award recipients are to be published in the Winter issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
5.11.
All materials pertaining to TAHPERD award recipients will be submitted, by the appropriate deadline, by the TAHPERD
Office to the appropriate committee chair in the Southern District SHAPE America to be considered for the District award.
District recipients are encouraged to attend the Southern District SHAPE America Convention. Materials concerning
District recipients will then be submitted by Southern District SHAPE America for consideration at the national level
(SHAPE America).
5.12.
To be eligible for District or National awards, recipients must be members of SHAPE America.
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1. Name
The name of this advisory body shall be the Editorial Board of the TAHPERD Journal, an official publication of the Texas Association
for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
The Editorial Board shall exist to provide assistance to the editor in reviewing and selecting the scholarly and research based articles
for publication in the TAHPERD Journal. As with other appointed leaders, elected and/or committee chairs, Editorial Board members are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership Conference as well as the annual state convention.
3. Organization
3.1.
The Editorial Board shall consist of five members appointed for three-year terms on a rotating basis.
3.2.
Persons who have served a full three-year term may be reappointed to one additional consecutive term.
3.3.
Members of the Editorial Board are to be appointed by the President in consultation with the Executive Committee.
Appointments must be approved by the Board of Directors.
3.4.
All TAHPERD members should be given an opportunity to indicate an interest in serving on the Editorial Board. Division
Vice Presidents and the Chair of the Research Section should be asked to recommend persons.
3.5.
Persons appointed to the Editorial Board must have been a member of TAHPERD for the three previous years prior to
appointment. Persons failing to renew their membership are to be removed from the Editorial Board.
3.6.
Appointments shall be made to ensure compliance with the following restrictions:
3.6.1. Each of the fields of health education, recreation, and dance shall be represented on the Editorial Board by one person.
Physical education shall be represented on the Editorial Board by two people. All Editorial Board members must be currently working as a teacher and/or administrator in the field full-time.
3.6.2. The members must have expertise in research design and statistics and show evidence of scholarly publication.
3.7.
Persons failing to discharge their duties satisfactorily are to be removed from the Editorial Board. Removal shall be directed by the Executive Committee upon approval by the Board of Directors.
3.8.
Members of the Editorial Board are to be listed alphabetically in the TAHPERD Journal together with their employing institution and specifying the area individuals represent.
3.9.
Individuals who have served as “reviewers” during the year shall be listed/recognized for their contributions in the Summer
issue of the Journal each year.
4. Procedures for Reviews
4.1.
Each manuscript submitted for publication shall be reviewed by the editor, one selected Editorial Board member, and three
reviewers chosen by the Editorial Board member for their expertise on the topic of that specific manuscript being reviewed.
4.2.
The editor shall select the Division Editorial Board member most closely associated with the content of the submitted manuscript. The Board member will then select three (3) reviewers considered to be best qualified to review an manuscript in
terms of the topic area, school level, and type of manuscript.
4.3.
The review shall be a blind review whereby the readers do not know the author of the manuscript and the author is not
informed of the three reviewers selected to review the manuscript.
4.4.
In order to be accepted and considered by the Journal Editor for publication, a manuscript must have the approval of the
Division Editor and a majority of those reviewing it.
4.5.
Reviewers are expected to review and return a manuscript within 30-60 days after receipt.
4.6.
In rejecting an manuscript, the Editorial Board Member must give specific reasons for the rejection.
4.7.
A manuscript may be rejected with the author invited to revise and resubmit it. In such cases, the reviewer must give specific suggestions for the revision.
4.8.
If a manuscript is accepted with revisions, the revisions must be made and returned to the Editorial Board Member within
three months.
4.9.
Comments by the reviewers are to be consolidated on the manuscript by the Editorial Board Member and communicated
to the author.
4.10.
The final copy of the manuscript to be published in the Journal must be submitted to the editor in electronic format with a
short biography of the author(s).
4.11.
The Editorial Board Member will notify the TAHPERD office of the results of the review process and be responsible for
having the final manuscript sent to the TAHPERD office in electronic format.
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1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Exemplary School Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the Exemplary School Committee is to select schools to receive the TAHPERD Exemplary School recognition.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a standing committee of the Association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine (9) voting members, including the Chair. Members should be from various geographical
areas, disciplines in the profession, and levels of education. Preference should be given to members who serve as K-12 physical
education/health administrators, and K-12 teachers. Committee members and the Chair shall be appointed by the TAHPERD
President and approved by the Board of Directors. The TAHPERD Executive Director is an ex officio, non-voting member.
3.3.
Members shall be appointed annually for five-year terms.
3.4.
Members who have served a full five-year (5) term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
4. Procedures
4.1.
The Exemplary School recognition is given to individual school campuses and is valid for a 5 year period. Schools may apply
for a higher level annually. All members of the HPERD department should be involved in completing the application.
4.2.
Applicants should review the criteria, required evidence, and application process with their principal, fellow teachers, and
HPERD administrators.
4.3.
The applicant name on the application form will be the primary contact person between the school and TAHPERD.
4.4.
Collect evidence and organize the portfolio according to the numbered criteria.
4.5.
Each portfolio should be submitted in electronic format when possible. Portfolios that are mailed must be secured such that
the mailing does not affect the order of the application papers. Email the application portfolio to TAHPERD’s Executive
Director.
4.6.
Submit one copy of the application portfolio and retain an additional copy of the application portfolio for your records as
no copies will be returned.
4.7.
Applications will be reviewed by the Exemplary School Committee of TAHPERD
4.8.
Application submission does not guarantee an award. Non-recipients will be provided feedback and should use it to
strengthen the program and future award applications. Applications will be reviewed for the level indicated on the application
form. If you do not meet the criteria for the level of award for which you have applied, you may receive a lower level award
if you meet those criteria.
4.9.
Incomplete portfolios and portfolios not organized according to the criteria checklist will not be considered for the award.
4.10.
The application form and portfolio should be generated on a computer using 12 pt Times New Roman font with 1” margins.
No handwritten application forms or narratives will be accepted.
5. Recognition Requirements
5.1.
Blue (highest level) – Must meet all 15 required criteria and 3 optional criteria at the Blue level to receive this level award.
The application requires signatures of the applicant, principal, coordinator or assistant superintendent, and superintendent
5.2.
Red – Must meet all 15 required criteria and 2 optional criteria at the Red level to receive this level award. The application
requires signatures of the applicant, principal, coordinator or assistant superintendent, and superintendent
5.3.
White – Must meet all 15 required criteria at the White level to receive this level award. The application requires signatures
of the applicant and principal.
5.4.
Criteria 1-15 are required. Criteria 16-19 are optional.
6. Timeline
6.1.
October 1: The TAHPERD office staff announces the Exemplary School Program application is available on the TAHPERD
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October: Exemplary School Committee meets to review applications and select the schools to be recognized. The
Operating Code and application process is reviewed.
November 1: TAHPERD office notifies applicant of committee’s decision
November 1: The TAHPERD office will mail letters of congratulations to all award recipients and their principal and
superintendent with information on the presentation of the Exemplary School award at the TAHPERD Convention.
An announcement of the Exemplary School recipients shall be published in the Spring issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
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April 2011
Amended by the Board of Directors: December 2013
Operating Code for the Finance Committee
1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Finance Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purposes of the Finance Committee are as follows:
2.1.1. To prepare an annual budget for the operation of the Association, including the state convention. Such a budget shall
include an estimation of income and authorized expenditures and shall be submitted to the Board of Directors for approval.
2.1.2. Be responsible for an annual audit (internal or external) of the association's financial records to ensure compliance with the
annual budget.
2.1.3. To establish procedures for accountability in expenditures, i.e., establish a travel policy, develop forms and procedures to be
used in reimbursing expenses and paying bills, and ensure maintenance of other appropriate financial records.
2.1.4. All elected officers and/or appointed committee chairs are expected to attend the annual Leadership Conference as well as
the annual state convention.
2.1.5. To review the annual budget for the Texas Foundation for Education in Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
and submit it to the Board of Directors for approval.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of eleven (11) voting members, including the President-elect (ex officio) as Chair, President
(ex officio), Past President (ex officio), Chair of the Trustees (ex officio), immediate past Convention Manager (ex officio),
and five (5) appointed members including one (1) representative from the current Board of Directors. The TAHPERD
Executive Director is an ex officio, non-voting member.
3.3.
Individuals appointed by the President shall serve a five-year (5) term with exception of the representatives from the Board
who shall serve until their tenure on the Board shall end.
3.4.
Appointed members who have served a full five-year term may not be immediately reappointed.
3.5.
The terms of appointed members shall be rotated with one person being appointed each year. (Board representative
appointment is an exception.)
3.6.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that at least two of the eleven members of the committee are men and at least two
are women, and that at least two members are from the elementary and secondary schools and two are from the colleges or
universities.
4. Operation
4.1.
The committee shall meet at least two (2) times annually as follows: a meeting at the TAHPERD office prior to the Spring
Board of Directors meeting, and a second meeting at the site of the annual convention (time and place to be designated by
the Chair).
4.2.
Requests for expenditures shall be submitted to the Committee Chair by February 15 proceeding the fiscal year for the
budget being planned.
4.3.
The budget shall cover the period from June 1 to May 31, the fiscal year approved by the Internal Revenue Service.
4.4.
The budget shall include the estimated income and authorized expenditures and shall be in sufficient detail to ensure sound
financial practice.
4.5.
The budget shall be prepared in adequate time for it to be submitted to the Board of Directors at its Spring meeting.
4.6.
The Texas Foundation for Education in Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance budget
4.6.1. The budget shall cover the period from June 1 to May 31, the fiscal year approved by the Internal Revenue Service.
4.6.2. The budget shall include the estimated income and authorized expenditures and shall be in sufficient detail to ensure sound
financial practice.
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The budget shall be prepared in adequate time for it to be submitted to the Finance Committee for review and recommendations to the Board of Directors at its Spring meeting.
When an external audit is done an internal audit is not required. The report of an external audit will be sent to all Finance
Committee members upon completion. The external auditor upon request of the Finance Committee will personally present
the report to the Finance Committee at the annual convention.
4.7.
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1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Future Directions Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the Future Directions Committee shall be to provide a continuing evaluation of the overall operation of the
association with reference to the needs of the profession.
2.2.
All elected officers and/or appointed committee Chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership
Conference as well as the annual state convention.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the Association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine members, including the Chair.
3.3.
Committee members and the Chair shall be appointed by the President and approved by the Board of Directors.
3.4.
Committee members shall serve three-year terms with three persons being appointed each year.
3.5.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that at least three of the members are men and at least three are women, that at least
three of the members are from the elementary and/or secondary schools and at least three are from colleges or universities,
and that the each of the fields of health education, physical education, recreation, and dance are represented by at least one
member.
3.6.
Individuals appointed to the committee should have a thorough knowledge of the operation of the association and should
be familiar with the needs and problems in the fields of health education, physical education, recreation, and dance.
3.7.
Individuals who have served a full three-year term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
3.8.
President-elect will serve as a non-voting ex officio member.
3.9.
A committee member missing two called meetings without sufficient excuse may be automatically eliminated from the
committee. Decisions concerning “sufficient cause” will be made by the Executive Committee in conjunction with the
Future Direction Committee's Chair.
4. Operation
4.1.
The committee should be concerned with issues and problems that have broad implications for the future operation of the
association rather than giving attention to matters relating primarily to current operations.
4.2.
The committee should conduct a thorough study before submitting a recommendation to the Board of Directors. Such
study shall involve obtaining all the pertinent facts regarding the situation being considered and soliciting recommendations
from officers and other appropriate leaders in the association.
4.3.
The committee will meet at the annual convention and at the annual leadership conference.
4.4.
Duties of the Committee
4.5.
Review the TAHPERD Strategic Plan and make suggestions for changes.
4.6.
Review Division and Committee goals to insure they are aligned with the Strategic Plan.
4.7.
Contact Division Vice Presidents and Committee Chairs to track the implementation of goals.
4.8.
Provide vision for the association.
4.9.
Communicate with other committees by attending their annual meeting at the convention.
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1. Name
The name of the committee shall be the General Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation,
and Dance.
2. Purpose
The purpose of the General Committee is to select the individual to receive the K-12 Administrator of the Year Award.
3. Organization
3.1
The committee shall be organized as a standing committee of the Association.
3.2
The committee shall consist of nine (9) voting members including the Chair. Members shall be the three section officers
of the Elementary and Secondary School Administrators Section, the three Vice-Presidents of the General Division, and
three At-Large members appointed by the President.
3.3.
The Chair shall be the Past Vice-President of the General Division.
4. Operation
4.1
The committee shall be responsible for soliciting nominations for the K-12 Administrator of the Year Award.
4.2
Upon receipt of formal nomination packets from the TAHPERD office, members will be responsible for the selection of
the K-12 Administrator of the Year Award Recipient.
5. Awards
5.1
The names of the award governed by this Committee is: K-12 Administrator of the Year
5.2
The purpose of this award is to:
5.2.1
encourage and recognize outstanding administration and professional involvement by educators/professionals in K-12 education.
5.2.2
Forward the names of these individuals, where appropriate, as candidates for the District and National awards given through
the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SHAPE America).
5.3
Criteria – candidates must:
5.3.1
Demonstrate leadership in K-12 HPERD disciplines at the local and state levels
5.3.2
Demonstrate advocacy for quality education in the HPERD disciplines
5.3.3
Demonstrate significant contributions to:
5.3.3.1 Curriculum development
5.3.3.2 Technology
5.3.3.3 Innovation
5.3.3.4 Staff development
5.3.3.5 Program improvement
5.3.3.6 Resource development in HPERD disciplines
5.3.4
Provide three (3) letters of recommendation from employers, colleagues, and/or prominent persons in the profession.
6. Nomination/Application
6.1
Requests for nominations are to be published in the Spring issue of the TAHPERD Journal and/or newsletter and through
forms provided at the TAHPERD Convention and on the TAHPERD website.
6.2
At the time of nomination, nominees must have been members of TAHPERD for five (5) years.
6.3
Any educator/professional who meets the criteria outlined may apply personally for the awards or be nominated by a colleague.
6.4
Nominations may be submitted to the TAHPERD Office on the form distributed at Convention or online at the TAHPERD
website.
6.5
Additional data must be submitted upon request to the General Committee Chair.
6.6
Members of the General Committee are not eligible as candidates.
6.7
See the Operating Code of the Awards Committee for a timeline for nominations, balloting, and notification of award recipients.
6.8
Descriptions of the award recipients are to be published in the Fall issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
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6.9
All materials pertaining to TAHPERD award recipients will be submitted, by the appropriate deadline, by the TAHPERD
Office to the appropriate committee chair in the Southern District SHAPE America to be considered for the District award.
District recipients are encouraged to attend the Southern District SHAPE America Convention. Materials concerning
District recipients will then be submitted by Southern District SHAPE America for consideration at the national level
(SHAPE America).
To be eligible for District or National awards, recipients must be members of SHAPE America. Current Southern District
Division Vice Presidents and past Southern District SHAPE America award recipients are not eligible to be selected for the
same Southern District SHAPE America award.
6.10
Adopted by the Board of Directors:
April
Adopted by the Representative Assembly: November
Amended: April
2011
2007
2007
Operating Code for Health Education Committee
1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Health Education Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the Health Education Committee shall be to initiate and conduct projects designed to improve programs
in health and safety education in public and private schools, in colleges and universities, in non-school agencies and organizations, and in the community. All elected officers and/or appointed committee chairs are expected to attend the annual
TAHPERD Leadership Conference as well as the annual state convention.
2.2.
The Committee shall be responsible for the selection of the Educator / Professional of the Year Awards for health education for K-12 and for college/university categories.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of a maximum of nine (9) members to include the Chair.
3.3.
Three of the nine (9) members shall be the Vice President, Vice President-elect, and immediate Past Vice President of the
Health Division. These three (3) are ex officio voting members of the committee. The remaining six (6) members shall be
appointed by the President and approved by the Board of Directors. The immediate Past Vice-President of the Health
Division shall serve as Chair (ex officio) of the committee.
3.4.
Committee members shall serve three-year (3) terms with two (2) persons being appointed each year and one (1) person
becoming a member by being elected Vice President-elect of Health.
3.5.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that at least two (2) of the members are from the elementary and/or secondary
schools, and that at least two (2) are from colleges and the universities.
3.6.
Individuals appointed to this committee must be actively engaged in health education in the elementary or secondary
schools, universities or colleges, public or voluntary health agencies, or in health promotion at a worksite.
3.7.
Individuals who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
4. Operation
4.1.
The following are examples of matters to which the Committee should direct its attention in order to carry out the purpose
as stated in Section 2, above:
4.1.1. Selection of health education Educator/Professional of the Year Awards.
4.1.2. Scope and sequence for health education courses.
4.1.3. Resource materials and curriculum guides.
4.1.4. Standards for teacher preparation programs.
4.1.5. Recruitment, selection, and retention of majors in health education.
4.1.6. Health standards for accreditation of public schools.
4.1.7. Standards for health education in colleges and universities.
4.2.
Major projects such as scheduling and conducting conferences, making extensive surveys, and those involving considerable
interaction with individuals and groups outside the association must be approved by the Board of Directors before they are
conducted.
4.3.
Recommendations and materials developed by the Committee are to be presented for approval by the Board of Directors
and/or Representative Assembly as appropriate. Upon approval the President would then forward these to the designated
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individuals or groups as the official recommendation of the association.
The Committee shall make an annual report to the Board of Directors outlining the activities conducted during the year
and containing any recommendations that require approval by the Board of Directors and/or Representative Assembly. The
annual report is due to the TAHPERD Office thirty days prior to the Board of Directors meeting so that distribution can
be made to Board members prior to their Spring and Winter meetings.
The provisions of 4.1.4 do not preclude the committee from submitting recommendations at other times during the year
and for such recommendations to be submitted to the Board of Directors or Representative Assembly by mail ballot. The
Executive Committee of the Board of Directors has the responsibility of determining when matters shall be referred to these
bodies for mail ballot.
5. Awards
5.1.
The names of the awards governed by this Committee are: Health Educator of the Year (K-12), and Health Educator of the
Year (college/university).
5.2.
The purpose of these awards is to:
5.2.1. encourage and recognize outstanding teaching and professional involvement by educators/professionals in the various areas
of health education.
5.2.2. Forward the names of these individuals, where appropriate, as candidates for the District and National awards given through
the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SHAPE America).
5.3.
Criteria – candidates must:
5.3.1. Serve as a positive role model epitomizing personal health,
5.3.2. Utilize various teaching/assessment methodologies and plans innovative learning experiences or assessment.
5.3.3. Display professional commitment through membership and involvement in local, state, and national health organizations
or other volunteer service.
5.3.4. Exhibit leadership in developing, implementing, directing, and/or coordinating effective health education or promotion.
5.3.5. Provide evidence of meritorious professional activity in at least three of the following: innovative teaching, publications,
presentations, funded research, special projects, or other health-related activities.
5.3.6. Candidates must provide three (3) letters of recommendation from administrators/supervisors, professional colleagues,
and/or prominent officials, e.g. government officials, who are in a position to evaluate each candidate’s qualifications related
to the criteria for this award. TAHPERD Health Education Committee members are not to be solicited for letters of recommendation.
6. Nomination/Application
6.1.
Requests for nominations are to be published in the Spring issue of the TAHPERD Journal and/or newsletter and through
forms provided at the TAHPERD Convention and on the TAHPERD website.
6.2.
At the time of nomination, nominees must have been members of TAHPERD for three (3) years.
6.3.
Any educator/professional who meets the criteria outlined may apply personally for the awards or be nominated by a colleague.
6.4.
Nominations may be submitted to the TAHPERD Office on the form distributed at Convention or online on the TAHPERD website.
6.5.
Additional data must be submitted upon request to the Health Education Committee Chair.
6.6.
Current TAHPERD Division Vice Presidents, past award recipients, and members of the Health Education Committee are
not eligible as candidates.
6.7.
See the Operating Code of the Awards Committee for a timeline for nominations, balloting, and notification of award recipients.
6.8.
Brief biographies will be prepared by the Health Education Committee Chair for inclusion in the Awards Program and the
TAHPERD Journal.
6.9.
These awards will be presented at the annual convention with proper recognition and certificate or plaque.
6.10.
TAHPERD award recipients are encouraged to attend the annual convention and Awards Dinner for recognition by their
colleagues.
6.11.
Descriptions of the award recipients are to be published in the Fall issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
6.12.
All materials pertaining to TAHPERD award recipients will be submitted, by the appropriate deadline, by the TAHPERD
Office to the appropriate committee chair in the Southern District SHAPE America to be considered for the District award.
District recipients are encouraged to register and attend the Southern District SHAPE AmericaConvention. Materials concerning District recipients will then be submitted by Southern District SHAPE America for consideration at the national
level (SHAPE America).
6.13.
To be eligible for District or National awards, recipients must be members of SHAPE America. Current Southern District
Division Vice Presidents and past Southern District SHAPE America award recipients are not eligible to be selected for the
same Southern District SHAPE America award.
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Adopted by the Board of Directors December 1975
Amended:
November
April
December
December
1978
1986
1983
1988
December
November
December
April
1997
2001
2004
2011
Operating Code for Jump Rope & Hoops for Heart Committee
1. Name
The name of this committee shall be the Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
The purpose of the Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart Committee is to work with the American Heart Association staff for Jump
Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart programs to:
2.1
develop strategies to improve schools' participation in these programs
2.2
create the program for the JRFH and HFH Gala during the TAHPERD Convention
2.3
create and/or present programs at the TAHPERD Convention and Summer Conference on JRFH and HFH programs
2.4
work with the TAHPERD leadership to develop recognition and incentives to increase the participation of teachers in the
JRFH and HFH programs.
3. Organization
3.1
The committee shall be organized as a standing committee of the Association.
3.2
The committee shall consist of nine (9) voting members, including the Chair. Members should represent various geographical areas, professional disciplines, education levels, and should include the three Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart Section
officers (ex officio) and the Texas State Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart Coordinator (ex officio). Other committee members and the Chair shall be appointed by the TAHPERD President and approved by the Board of Directors. The American
Heart Association South West Affiliate committee members are the Senior Vice President and the Vice Presidents for Youth
Market.
3.3
Appointed members will serve three-year terms. The ex officio members' term of office will expire when their ex officio
office expires.
3.4
Members who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
4. Grants
4.1.
As an incentive and recognition to increase the number of teachers and schools participating in the Jump Rope and/or
Hoops for Heart programs, TAHPERD will provide annual grants to teachers who have completed a Jump Rope and/or
Hoops for Heart event.
4.2.
The grants will provide:
4.2.1. TAHPERD convention registration or summer conference registration
4.2.2. TAHPERD one year membership
4.3.
Eligible candidates
4.3.1. Names of all teachers completing a Jump Rope and/or Hoops for Heart event will be provided by the American Heart
Association.
4.4.
Grants will be selected from four categories of teachers completing an event
4.4.1. Veteran: Current TAHPERD members who completed events for the last three years or longer. A total of 26 grants will be
selected from this category.
4.4.2. Rookie: Schools with current TAHPERD members who completed an event for the first time. A total of 3 grants will be
selected from this category.
4.4.3. Veteran: NON-TAHPERD members who completed events for the last three years or longer. A total of 3 grants will be
selected from this category.
4.4.4. Rookie: Schools with NON-TAHPERD members who completed an event for the first time. A total of 3 grants will be
selected from this category.
4.4.5. Letters from the TAHPERD office will be mailed to the grant recipients advising them of their award and the specifics of
their grant.
4.5.
Grant recipients may not be considered again for a grant for three years.
4.6.
Current Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart Committee members are not eligible for a grant.
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Professional Development Credit (PDCs)
As an incentive and recognition to increase the number of teachers and schools participating in the Jump Rope and/or
Hoops for Heart programs, TAHPERD will provide six (6) hours of professional development to teachers who have completed a Jump Rope and/or Hoops for Heart event.
TAHPERD will work with American Heart to facilitate issuing the PDC certificates to the appropriate teachers.
Adopted by the Board of Directors and Representative Assembly: December 2004
Amended:
December
December
December
December
December
2006
2008
2009
2011
2014
Operating Code for Legislative Affairs Committee
1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Legislative Affairs Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the Legislative Affairs Committee shall be to provide a structure within the Association for the dissemination
of information; as well as a means of initiating action on issues, policies, and laws proposed/issued by the TEA, the SBOE,
SBEC, and/or the state and/or the national legislatures. The committee shall be engaged in assisting Association members
in the organization of cohesive campaigns to develop positive actions and stimulate informed, professional involvement of
the members in the political and legislative processes. At no time shall the purpose of the committee be construed to support or endorse specific political candidates. It shall, however, monitor the activities of the legislature and various agencies
affecting our professional constituency and disseminate such information in an appropriate manner. All elected officers
and/or appointed committee Chair are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership Conference as well as the
annual state convention.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine appointed committee members, including the Chair. The Executive Director shall be
an ex officio member.
3.3.
Committee members and the Chair shall be appointed by the President in consultation with the Executive Committee and
approved by the Board of Directors.
3.4.
Committee members shall serve for three-year terms with two persons being appointed each year.
3.5.
Efforts should be made to include all professional interests in the various divisions for representation on the committee.
3.6.
The Chair of the committee shall not hold an office concurrently on the Board of Directors of the Association.
4. Operations
4.1.
The committee Chair shall keep the TAHPERD President and the Executive Director continually and fully informed of
the activities of the committee. The Chair shall maintain committee files and make such files available to her/his successor.
The following are specific procedures to which attention should be given in the operation of the committee.
4.2.
Keep informed of any actions taken or contemplated by the Legislature, the State Board of Education, the Texas Education
Agency, the Coordinating Board, Texas College and University System, State Board for Education Certification, or other
governing bodies, which would affect the profession.
4.3.
Assist in developing specific plans and procedures to be followed in situations described in Number 2.1 above, and in the
event of any such actions or pending actions, select and implement appropriate measures.
4.4.
Encourage and assist school systems, colleges and universities, and non-school agencies in developing and implementing
political action programs at the local level.
4.5.
Establish an email or contact network of the membership to be used when immediate action is necessary to provide input
to the State Board of Education, Texas Education Agency, Legislature, etc.
4.6.
Work with the Executive Director to collaborate with organizations and agencies that support our professional interests and
projects.
4.7.
Maintain a line of communication with the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance concerning publications on and suggested strategies for intervention in the legislative process.
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4.8.
Make an annual report to the President and Board of Directors reviewing committee activities.
Adopted by the Board of Directors, May 1986.
Amended:
November
December
November
December
1989
1995
2001
2011
Operating Code for Nominating Committees
(President-elect and Division Vice President-elects)
1. Name
The name of these committees shall be the Nominating Committees of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance
2. Purpose
2.1.
To identify individuals, according to procedures outlined below, from the membership of the Texas Association for Health,
Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance who are qualified to serve as President-elect for TAHPERD or as Vice
President-elect for the Divisions: Area, College, Dance, General, Health, Physical Education, and Recreation.
2.2.
To select two (2) candidates for each office, to be presented to the Board of Directors and to the Representative Assembly
at its annual meeting for election.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committees are Standing Committees composed of members appointed by the TAHPERD President as follows:
3.2.
The Nominating Committee for President-elect shall be composed of six (6) members of whom at least two (2) are from
the elementary and secondary schools; two (2) are from colleges and/or universities; two (2) are men and two (2) are
women; and at least one (1) is from each of the fields of health education, physical education, recreation, and dance
3.3.
Each of the Nominating Committees for Vice President-elect shall be composed of three (3) members actively engaged in
the field represented by the office, of whom at least one (1) is from the elementary and secondary schools; one (1) is from
colleges/universities; and one (1) is a man and one (1) is a woman.
4. Qualifications of Candidates
4.1.
To be eligible for nomination to a TAHPERD office of President-elect a person must:
4.1.1. Have been a member of TAHPERD for the five (5) years immediately preceding nomination
4.1.2. At the time of nomination, not serving in one of the following offices in TAHPERD: President, President-elect, Vice
President, Vice President-elect, Section Chair, Section Chair-elect, or Area Representative
4.1.3. Have not accepted a nomination for an additional office
4.1.4. Not have resigned an office in order to accept the nomination for another office
4.2.
To be eligible for nomination to a TAHPERD office of Vice President-elect, a person must:
4.2.1. Have been a member of TAHPERD for the three (3) years immediately preceding nomination
4.2.2. Be actively engaged in the area represented by the Division
4.2.3. At the time of nomination, not serving in one of the following offices in TAHPERD: President, President-elect, Vice
President, Vice President-elect, Section Chair, Section Chair-elect, or Area Representative
4.2.4. Have not accepted a nomination for an additional office
4.2.5. Not have resigned an office in order to accept the nomination for another office.
5. Nominating Timeline, Procedures, and Responsibilities
5.1
TAHPERD members shall be invited to recommend persons to be considered for the offices by announcements published
in the TAHPERD Journal and the electronic newsletter linking to the online nomination page on the TAHPERD web site.
5.2
The following dates shall be observed by all concerned in connection with the selection of nominees:
5.2.1
TAHPERD Convention
5.2.1.1 All committee members will bring names to their respective convention committee meeting for consideration by the committee as nominees.
5.2.2
January 5
Committee Chairs email or write their respective committee members informing them of procedures to be followed and
listing the nominee names generated at the convention. Remind committee members that all nominations can be made
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online through the TAHPERD website and are due to the TAHPERD Office no later than February 1.
January - TAHPERD Leadership Conference
Officers and members present at the TAHPERD Leadership Conference are asked to generate nominees for their represented area and others.
5.2.4
February 1
Deadline to submit nominations to the TAHPERD Office
5.2.5
February 5
5.2.5.1 TAHPERD Office checks eligibility of nominees
5.2.5.2 TAHPERD Office sends an email and/or letter notifying the members they have been nominated and ask for confirmation
they will run for the office and request a copy of their biography using the TAHPERD format be completed and returned
(preferably electronic) to the TAHPERD Office by February 20
5.2.6
February 20
Deadline for nominees to submit their TAHPERD biography form to the TAHPERD Office
5.2.7
March 1
TAHPERD Office sends confirmed list of nominees and their TAHPERD biography form to the Chair and members of
the appropriate Nominating Committee with instructions on rating the nominees and returning the information to the
Chair for tallying.
5.2.8
March 15
Deadline for Committee members to send ratings to Committee Chair
5.2.9
April 1
Deadline for Committee Chairs to have tallied the nominees’ ratings and identify the two nominees with the highest scores
as the candidates for office.
5.2.10 April 5
If there is a tie, the Chair will notify the committee members and ask that they rank the tied nominees with their 1st and
2nd choices
5.2.11 April 10
Deadline for committee members to return their rankings of the tied nominees to the Chair
5.2.12 May 1
Deadline for Chair to identify two candidates for their committee’s office. Committee Chair contacts the final two candidates to notify them of their selection and ask them to indicate their willingness to accept the nomination.
5.2.13 May 10
Deadline for nominees to accept or reject nomination
5.2.14 May 15
Committee Chair notifies the TAHPERD Office of the persons nominated.
5.2.15 May 20
The TAHPERD Office requests from the nominees: a biographical resume, a signed “Agreement to Serve” form, a photograph, and media information form.
5.2.16 June 10
Candidate’s materials are due to the TAHPERD Office.
5.2.17 21 days prior to Representative Assembly
TAHPERD Office includes biographical information on all candidates in the packet of information mailed to the
Representative Assembly delegates.
5.2.18 TAHPERD Convention
Nominating Committee Chairs introduce candidates to the Representative Assembly during the annual meeting.
5.2.3
6. Nominating Procedure
The committees shall select the slate of officers by mail or electronic ballot. Ratings must be returned by a minimum of 2/3 of the
nominating committee for the ballot to be valid. The Chair will conduct the selection process as follows:
6.1 Each member of the nominating committee will evaluate the nominee by completing an evaluation form using a scale of 110 with 10 being outstanding qualifications and 1 being poor qualifications.
6.2 Each committee member will email or mail their evaluation form to the committee chair by the deadline indicated above.
6.3 The committee chair will tally the committee members’ evaluation forms to produce a final score for each nominee.
6.4 If there is a tie between the top two or three nominees, the chair will send these names back to the committee members and
ask that they rank the nominees with their 1st and 2nd choices for candidates.
6.5 Once the top two nominees are identified by the committee as their choice for candidates, the chair will contact these nominees and confirm they are willing to accept their nomination.
6.6 The committee chair notifies the TAHPERD Office of the names of the candidates the committee selected.
6.7 The TAHPERD Office will request from each candidate an electronic copy of a the TAHPERD biographical resume, not to
exceed one (1) page and using the recommended format and a photograph.
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The TAHPERD Office will inform candidates that they need to be present at the meeting of the Representative Assembly so
that they may be introduced prior to the voting.
The Nominating Committee Chairs are to attend the Representative Assembly to introduce the candidates selected by their
committee.
Adopted by the Board of Directors, November 1962
Amended:
December
December
December
November
1965
1971
1972
1973
January
December
April
December
1976
1984
1998
1999
November
April
December
December
2001
2003
2008
2010
April
2011
Operating Code for Personnel Committee
1. Name
The name of this committee shall be the TAHPERD Personnel Committee.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purposes of the Personnel Committee are as follows:
2.2.
To maintain and update the job description of the Executive Director.
2.3.
To assist the Executive Director in prioritizing annual goals based on current needs of the Association.
2.4.
To perform an annual evaluation of the Executive Director.
2.5.
To provide an annual salary recommendation for the Executive Director to the Finance Committee for their use in developing the following year’s budget.
2.6.
To review and recommend benefit packages received by the TAHPERD staff such as: health care, retirement, auto
allowances, etc.
2.7.
To receive and review the proposed establishment of new staff positions in the TAHPERD office from the Executive Director.
2.8.
To establish and maintain current manuals on Policy and Procedures for TAHPERD employees.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be a Standing Committee of the association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of seven voting members as follows: Past President (ex officio) shall serve as Chair, President
(ex officio), President-elect (ex officio), four appointed members. The TAHPERD Executive Director is an ex officio, nonvoting member.
3.3.
The immediate Past President leaving office the convention prior to the spring meeting of the Personnel Committee, shall
attend the spring meeting with full voting rights to assist with the evaluation of the Executive Director.
3.4.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that two (2) are selected from the ranks of Past-Presidents or former trustees of the
TAHPERD Trust. Two (2) members at-large are to be selected from those currently serving on the Board of Directors at
the time of appointment. These two (2) at-large appointees must have 10 years of membership, of which, the last five (5)
must be continuous.
3.5.
The individuals appointed by the President shall serve three-year (3) terms.
3.6.
The terms of the appointed members shall be rotated with one (1) person being appointed each year, and two (2) people
will be appointed every third (3) year.
3.7.
Appointed members who have served a full three-year (3) term may not be reappointed to succeed themselves.
3.8.
In the event circumstances result in a vacancy of one (1) or more committee members, replacements will be appointed by
the President and approved by the Board of Directors to complete the unexpired term.
4. Operation
4.1.
The committee shall meet at least two times annually as follows: a meeting at the TAHPERD office and a meeting at the
annual convention.
4.2.
The Executive Director will mail or email to the Personnel Committee a meeting agenda and all reference documents (see
4.5 below) fourteen (14) days in advance of the scheduled committee meeting.
4.3.
Using evaluation tools/instruments adopted by the Board of Directors, the committee will perform an annual evaluation of
the Executive Director. The evaluation instrument is to be completed by the Board of Directors, the Representative
Assembly, and the TAHPERD office staff.
4.4.
The committee shall review and make recommendations relative to the staffing needs of the association. However, the
selection, specific job description and assignment, annual evaluation, promotion, discipline, salary (within established
guidelines), and termination of individual staff members shall remain the responsibility of the Executive Director.
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4.5.2.
4.5.3.
4.5.4.
4.5.5.
4.5.6.
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The committee shall annually review the documents that govern or affect the TAHPERD office staff. These include but
may not be limited to the following:
Contract of the Executive Director
Policy and Procedures for TAHPERD Employees
TAHPERD Travel Policy
Employee Benefits received in addition to salary
Job descriptions
Past President process for ED surveys
The committee shall provide written reports of its activities of each meeting to the Board of Directors. Each report should
also include any recommendations that require approval of the Board of Directors or Representative Assembly. Each report
is to be emailed to the Executive Director so that distribution can be made to the Board of Directors 21 days prior to their
spring and fall meetings. A report of the annual evaluation of the Executive Director shall be presented to the Board at its
spring meeting.
Adopted by the Board of Directors: December 1993
Amended:
December 1994
April
1998
April
2000
April
April
May
2002
2003
2004
April
2009
Operating Code for Physical Education Committee
1. Name
1.1.
The name of this Committee shall be the Physical Education Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the Committee shall be to initiate and conduct projects designed to improve programs in physical education in public and private elementary and secondary schools, in the colleges and universities, in non-school groups and
agencies, and in the community.
2.2.
All elected officers and/or appointed committee Chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership
Conference as well as the annual state convention.
2.3.
The Committee shall be responsible for the selection of the Professional / Educator of the Year Awards for physical education in: elementary school, middle school, and high school categories.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine (9) members, including the Chair.
3.3.
Three (3) of the nine (9) members shall be the Vice President, Vice President-elect, and the immediate Past Vice President
of the Physical Education Division. The remaining six (6) members and the Chair shall be the immediate Past Vice
President of the Physical Education Division and approved by the Board of Directors.
3.4.
Committee members shall serve for three-year (3) terms with two (2) persons being appointed each year and one (1) person becoming a member by being elected Vice President-elect for Physical Education.
3.5.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that at least three (3) of the members are from the elementary and/or secondary
schools, that at least three (3) are from colleges and universities, and that at least three (3) are men and at least three (3) are
women.
3.6.
Individuals appointed from colleges and universities must be designated physical educators in teacher preparation programs
approved by the Texas Education Agency. Those appointed from the elementary and/or secondary schools must hold a
teaching certificate in physical education (or possess the equivalent in training and experience) and must have the major
portion of their teaching assignment in physical education (pedagogy).
3.7.
Individuals who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
4. Operation
4.1.
The following are examples of matters to which the committee should direct attention in order to carry out the purpose as
stated in Section 2, above:
4.1.1. Selection of physical education Professional / Educators of the Year Awards.
4.1.2. Scope and sequence of activities in the physical education program.
4.1.3. Resource materials and curriculum guides for physical education.
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4.1.4.
4.1.5.
4.1.6.
4.1.7.
4.2.
Standards for teacher preparation programs.
Recruitment, selection, and retention of majors in physical education.
Standards in physical education for accreditation of the public schools.
Standards for physical education in colleges and universities.
Major projects such as scheduling and conducting conferences, making extensive surveys, and those involving considerable
interaction with individuals and groups outside the Association must be approved by the Board of Directors before they are
conducted.
Recommendations and materials developed by the Committee are to be prepared for approval by the Board of Directors
and/or Representative Assembly as appropriate. Upon approval these items would then be forwarded by the President to
the designated individuals or groups as the official recommendation of the Association.
The Committee shall make an annual report to the Board of Directors outlining the activities conducted during the year
and containing any recommendations that require approval by the Board of Directors and/or Representative Assembly. The
annual report is due to the TAHPERD Office thirty (30) days prior to the Board of Directors’ meeting so that distribution
can be made to Board members prior to their Spring and Fall meetings.
The provisions of 4.1.4 do not preclude the committee from submitting recommendations at other times during the year
and for such recommendations to be submitted to the Board of Directors or Representative Assembly for approval by mail
or electronic ballot. The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors has the responsibility of determining when matters shall be referred to these bodies for mail or electronic ballot.
4.3.
4.4.
4.5.
5. Awards
5.1.
The names of the awards governed by this Committee are: Elementary Physical Educator of the Year, Middle School
Physical Educator of the Year, and High School Physical Educator of the Year.
5.2.
The purpose of these awards is to:
5.2.1. Encourage and recognize outstanding teaching and professional involvement by educators/professionals in the various areas
of physical education.
5.2.2. Serve as TAHPERD’s nomination of these individuals, where appropriate, as candidates for the District and National
awards given through the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SHAPE America).
5.3.
Criteria – candidates must:
5.3.1. be professionals in physical education.
5.3.2. have major responsibility for teaching, programming, or administering physical education.
5.3.3. serve as positive role models epitomizing the values and desired outcomes of physical education.
5.3.4. demonstrate enthusiasm for the profession and her/his role in it.
5.3.5. show interest in, and sensitivity to, the needs of students, clients, and fellow professionals.
5.3.6. utilize various methodologies and implement creative, innovative, safe, and effective courses/programs in physical education.
5.3.7. assume responsibility for her/his professional growth and evidence professional commitment through membership and
involvement in local, state, and national HPERD organizations.
6. Nomination/Application
6.1.
Requests for nominations are to be published in the Spring issue of the TAHPERD Journal and/or newsletter and through
online nomination forms at the TAHPERD website.
6.2.
At the time of nomination, nominees must have been members of TAHPERD for three (3) years.
6.3.
Any educator/professional who meets the criteria outlined may apply personally for the awards or be nominated by a colleague.
6.4.
Nominations may be submitted on the form distributed at the Convention or online on the TAHPERD website.
6.5.
Additional data must be submitted upon request to the Physical Education Committee Chair.
6.6.
Current TAHPERD Division Vice Presidents, past award recipients, and members of the Physical Education Committee
are not eligible as candidates.
6.7.
See the Operating Code for the Awards Committee for a timeline for nominations, balloting, and notification of award
recipients.
6.8.
Brief biographies will be prepared by the Physical Education Committee Chair for inclusion in the Awards Program and
the TAHPERD Journal.
6.9.
These awards will be presented at the annual convention with proper recognition and certificate or plaque.
6.10.
TAHPERD award recipients are encouraged to attend the annual convention and Awards Dinner for recognition by their
colleagues.
6.11.
Descriptions of the award recipients are to be published in the Fall issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
6.12.
All materials pertaining to TAHPERD award recipients will be submitted, by the appropriate deadline, by the TAHPERD
Office to the appropriate committee chair in the Southern District SHAPE America to be considered for the District award.
District recipients are encouraged to attend the Southern District SHAPE America Convention. Materials concerning
District recipients will then be submitted for consideration at the national level (SHAPE America).
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To be eligible for District or National awards, recipients must be members of SHAPE America.
Adopted by Board of Directors: December 1975
Amended:
April
November
December
April
1986
2001
2008
2011
Operating Code for Recreation Committee
1. Name
1.1.
The name of this committee shall be the Recreation Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
2.1.
The purpose of the committee shall be to initiate and conduct projects designed to improve programs in recreation in public and private elementary and secondary schools, in the colleges and universities, in non-school groups and agencies, and
in the community.
2.2.
All elected officers and/or appointed committee chairs are expected to attend the annual TAHPERD Leadership Conference
as well as the annual state convention.
2.3.
The Committee shall be responsible for the selection of the Recreation Professional of the Year Award.
3. Organization
3.1.
The committee shall be organized as a Standing Committee of the Association.
3.2.
The committee shall consist of nine (9) members, including the Chair.
3.3.
Three (3) of the nine (9) members shall be the Vice President, Vice President-elect, and the immediate Past Vice President
of the Recreation Division. The remaining six (6) members, and the Chair shall be the immediate Past Vice President of
the Recreation Committee and approved by the Board of Directors.
3.4.
Committee members shall serve three-year (3) terms with two (2) persons being appointed each year and one (1) person
becoming a member by being elected Vice President-elect for Recreation.
3.5.
Appointments shall be made to ensure that at least two (2) of the members are from the elementary and/or secondary
schools, that at least two (2) are from colleges and universities, and that at least three (3) are men and at least three (3) are
women.
3.6.
Individuals appointed to this committee must be actively engaged in recreation, Intramurals, or recreation education.
3.7.
Individuals who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
4. Operation
4.1.
The following are examples of matters to which the committee should direct attention in order to carry out the purpose as
stated in Section II, above:
4.1.1. Selection of Recreation Professional of the Year
4.1.2. Plan annual division workshop
4.1.3. Organizational structures and procedural guides for recreation programs.
4.1.4. Resource materials and curriculum guides for recreation programs.
4.1.5. Standards for professional preparation programs for recreation leaders.
4.1.6. Recruitment, selection, and retention of majors in recreation
4.1.7. Standards for recreation in colleges and universities.
4.1.8. Standards for school and community recreation.
4.2.
Major projects such as scheduling and conducting conferences, making extensive surveys, and those involving considerable
interaction with individuals and groups outside the association must be approved by the Board of Directors before they are
conducted.
4.3.
Recommendations and materials developed by the committee are to be prepared for approval by the Board of Directors
and/or Representative Assembly as appropriate. Upon approval, the President would then forward these items to the designated individuals or groups as the official recommendation of the Association.
4.4.
The committee shall make an annual report to the Board of Directors outlining the activities conducted during the year and
containing any recommendations that require approval by the Board of Directors and/or Representative Assembly. The
annual report is due to the TAHPERD Office thirty (30) days prior to the Board of Directors Spring and Fall meetings so
that distribution can be made to Board members prior to their meeting.
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4.5.
The provisions of 4.4 do not preclude the committee from submitting recommendations at other times during the year and
for such recommendations to be submitted to the Board of Directors or Representative Assembly for approval by mail ballot. The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors has the responsibility of determining when matters shall be
referred to these bodies for mail ballot.
5. Awards
5.1.
The name of the award governed by this Committee is the Recreation Professional Award.
5.2.
The purpose of this award is to:
5.2.1. encourage and recognize outstanding teaching and professional involvement by educators/professionals in the various areas
of recreation.
5.2.2. Forward the names of these individuals, where appropriate, as candidates for the District and National awards given through
the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SHAPE America).
5.3.
Criteria – candidates must:
5.3.1. Serve as a positive role model epitomizing the values and desired goals of recreation.
5.3.2. Demonstrate enthusiasm for the recreation profession and her/his role therein.
5.3.3. Show interest in, and sensitivity to, the needs of students, clients, and fellow professionals.
5.3.4. Utilize various teaching methodologies and implement creative, innovative, safe, and effective courses and/or programs
based on the developmental, social, and psychological needs of students and clients.
5.3.5. Display professional commitment through membership and involvement in local, state, and national recreation organizations.
6. Nomination/Application
6.1.
Requests for nominations are to be published in the Winter issue of the TAHPERD Journal and/or newsletter and through
forms provided at the TAHPERD Convention.
6.2.
At the time of nomination, nominees must have been members of TAHPERD for three (3) years.
6.3.
Any educator/professional who meets the criteria outlined may apply personally for the awards or be nominated by a colleague.
6.4.
Nominations may be submitted to the TAHPERD Office on the form distributed at Convention or online on the TAHPERD
website.
6.5.
Additional data must be submitted upon request to the Recreation Committee Chair.
6.6.
Current TAHPERD Division Vice Presidents, past award recipients, and members of the Recreation Committee are not
eligible as candidates.
6.7.
See the Operating Code of the Awards Committee for a timeline for nominations, balloting, and notification of award recipients.
6.8.
The award will be presented at the annual convention with proper recognition and certificate or plaque.
6.9.
TAHPERD award recipients are encouraged to attend the annual convention and Awards Dinner for recognition by their
colleagues.
6.10.
Descriptions of the award recipients are to be published in the Winter issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
6.11.
All materials pertaining to TAHPERD award recipients will be submitted, by the appropriate deadline, by the TAHPERD
Office to the appropriate committee chair in the Southern District SHAPE America to be considered for the District award.
District recipients are encouraged to attend the Southern District SHAPE America Convention. Materials concerning
District recipients will then be submitted by Southern District SHAPE America for consideration at the national level
(SHAPE America).
6.12.
To be eligible for District or National awards, recipients must be members of SHAPE America. Current Southern District
Division Vice Presidents and past Southern District SHAPE America award recipients are not eligible to be selected for the
same Southern District SHAPE America award.
Adopted by Board of Directors December 1975
Amended:
April
April
November
April
1986
1998
2001
2011
Operating Code for Rules Review Committee
1. Name
The name of this committee shall be the Rules Review Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
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2. Purpose
The purpose of the Rules Review Committee is to review the TAHPERD Bylaws, Operating Codes, and Policies and suggest
revisions.
3. Organization
3.1. The committee shall be organized as a standing committee of the Association.
3.2. The committee shall consist of three (3) voting members. Members should represent various geographical areas and professional
disciplines when possible. Appointed members will serve three-year terms.
3.3. Members who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as a committee member.
Adopted by the Board of Directors and Representative Assembly, December 2004
Operating Codes for Scholar Committee
1. Name
The name of this committee shall be the Scholar Committee.
2. Purpose
The purpose of the committee is to select a member of TAHPERD who has a record of scholarly activities.
3. Eligibility
3.1
Persons must be an active member of TAHPERD, i.e., service, leadership, etc., for the five years preceding nomination.
4. Criteria for Selection
4.1
Scholarly activities must be in the areas of our profession.
4.2
Persons selected shall be clearly outstanding and an individual who is recognized statewide and nationally for their scholarly
expertise.
4.3
Persons must be actively engaged in the profession for the previous ten (10) years as demonstrated by publications, presentations, and/or creative endeavors.
4.4
Persons must be actively engaged in TAHPERD.
5. Procedures for Nominating and Selecting Candidates
5.1
Committee members will be responsible for solicitation of nominees. Nominees will also be solicited by publication of a
notice in the TAHPERD Journal and by emails to the TAHPERD membership.
5.2
The Scholar Committee shall be composed of nine voting members. Six members of the TAHPERD Scholar Committee
shall be appointed by the President for staggered, three year terms. Two of the six appointed members will be previous
TAHPERD Scholars and the other four shall represent various interests within the profession. The three College Division
Vice-Presidents shall serve as voting ex-officio members of the Scholar Committee with the current Past Vice-President of
the College Division serving as chairperson. The Scholar Committee shall select the TAHPERD Scholar Award recipient.
5.3
Nominations shall be sent to the TAHPERD office on or before February 1. The TAHPERD office will verify that each
candidate is eligible and notify the committee Chair.
5.4
The TAHPERD office will:
5.4.1
Confirm eligibility of each nominee to the committee chair.
5.4.2
Request from the confirmed nominees a complete vita due at the TAHPERD office by the close of business on March 1.
5.4.3
Copy and distribute completed nominee packets to all committee members by the close of business on March 15.
5.5
One scholar may be selected annually; however, in the event that the committee determines that a qualified candidate has
not been nominated, they may withhold the selection for that year.
5.6
Credentials of candidates not selected for the award will remain in the nomination pool for two more years. A communication from the TAHPERD office will be sent to request a one page vita update previous to the next period of consideration
each year.
5.7
A recipient of the TAHPERD Scholar Award may not receive the award more than once.
5.8
Selection of the new TAHPERD Scholar shall be made by April 15.
5.9
The committee may meet during the TAHPERD Convention, TAHPERD Leadership Conference, a summer meeting and
other communications as needed.
6. Responsibilities for the Scholar Recipient
6.1
The scholar will be available for presentations.
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6.2
The TAHPERD shall budget appropriate funds to apply toward travel expenses to sites for the Scholars’ presentations
during the year.
7. Notification
7.1
The TAHPERD Scholar Committee Chair will notify the TAHPERD office of the committee’s decision.
7.2
The Scholar will make a presentation at the annual convention and be recognized at the Convention Awards Dinner.
Adopted by the Board of Directors, December 1981
Amended:
November
April
December
December
1984
1986
1997
1999
December
May
April
December
2000
2004
2006
2008
December
2012
Operating Code for Social Media Committee
1. Name
The name of the committee shall be the Social Media Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
The purpose is to promote and expand the mission of TAHPERD through the use of social media. The target audience is current
TAHPERD members and prospective TAHPERD members, and the general public.
Organization
3.1
The committee shall be organized as a standing committee of the Association.
3.2
The committee shall consist of nine (9) voting members, including the Chair. Members should be from various geographical areas, disciplines in the profession, and levels of education. Preference should be given to members who are experienced
in social media and participate on a daily basis. Committee members and the Chair shall be appointed by the TAHPERD
President and approved by the Board of Directors. The TAHPERD Executive Director is an ex officio, non-voting member.
3.3
Three members shall be appointed annually for three-year terms.
3.4
Members who have served a full three-year (3) term may not immediately succeed themselves as committee members.
Operation
4.1
Overseeing the Facebook and Twitter accounts of TAHPERD
4.2
Soliciting and providing current content for the Facebook page and Twitter account
4.3
The committee chair will oversee the schedule and ensure the completion of committee members to rotate the responsibility of administrating the Facebook and Twitter accounts.
4.4
Review the process and operation for the Facebook and Twitter accounts each year and make any necessary recommendations to the Board of Directors.
4.5
The committee is responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance of the Facebook page and Twitter account with the
guidelines adopted by the Board of Directors.
Adopted by the Board of Directors: April 2014
Operating Code for Sport Leadership Committee
1. Name
The name of the committee shall be the Sport Leadership Committee of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance.
2. Purpose
The purpose of the Sport Leadership Committee is to select the individuals to receive the Pathfinder and Trailblazer Awards.
3. Organization
3.1
The committee shall be organized as a standing committee of the Association.
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The committee shall consist of nine (9) voting members including the Chair. Members shall
be the three section officers of the Sport Management Section, three section officers of the Sports Section, and three atlarge members..
The Chair shall be appointed by the President.
4. Operation
4.1
The committee shall be responsible for soliciting nominations for the Pathfinder Award.
4.2
The committee shall be responsible for soliciting nominations for the Trailblazer Award.
4.3
Upon receipt of formal nomination packets from the TAHPERD office, members will be responsible for the selection of
the Pathfinder Award Recipient.
4.4
Upon receipt of formal nomination packets from the TAHPERD office, members will be responsible for the selection of
the Trailblazer Award Recipient.
5. Awards
5.1
The names of the awards governed by this Committee are: Pathfinder and Trailblazer
5.2
The purpose of these awards is to:
5.2.1
encourage and recognize outstanding leadership and professional involvement by educators/professionals in girls and boys
sports in Texas.
5.2.2
Forward the names of these individuals, where appropriate, as candidates for the District and National awards given through
the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SHAPE America).
5.3
Pathfinder Criteria – candidates must:
5.3.1
Must have been a TAHPERD member for five (5) years preceding their nomination
5.3.2
Recognized excellence and dedication to the advocacy and recruitment of girls and women in sport and sport leadership in
the State of Texas.
5.3.3
Exhibit leadership and service to the profession in girls and women's sport.
5.3.4
Demonstrate enthusiastic promotion of girls and women's sport within the HPERD profession.
5.3.5
Provide three (3) letters of recommendation from employers, colleagues, and/or prominent persons in the profession.
5.4
Trailblazer Criteria – candidates must:
5.4.1
Must have been a TAHPERD member for five (5) years preceding their nomination
5.4.2
Recognized excellence and dedication to the advocacy and recruitment of athletes in male and/or female sport and sport
leadership in the State of Texas.
5.4.3
Exhibit leadership and service to the profession in male and/or female sport.
5.4.4
Demonstrate enthusiastic promotion of male and/or female sport within the HPERD profession.
5.4.5
Provide three (3) letters of recommendation from employers, colleagues, and/or prominent persons in the profession.
6. Nomination/Application
6.1
Requests for nominations are to be published in the Spring issue of the TAHPERD Journal and/or newsletter and through
forms provided at the TAHPERD Convention and on the TAHPERD website.
6.2
At the time of nomination, nominees must have been members of TAHPERD for five (5) years.
6.3
Any educator/professional who meets the criteria outlined may apply personally for the awards or be nominated by a colleague.
6.4
Nominations may be submitted to the TAHPERD Office on the form distributed at Convention or online on the TAHPERD
website.
6.5
Additional data must be submitted upon request to the General Committee Chair.
6.6
Members of the General Committee are not eligible as candidates.
6.7
See the Operating Code of the Awards Committee for a timeline for nominations, balloting, and notification of award recipients.
6.8
Descriptions of the award recipients are to be published in the Fall issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
6.9
All materials pertaining to TAHPERD award recipients will be submitted, by the appropriate deadline, by the TAHPERD
Office to the appropriate committee chair in the Southern District SHAPE America to be considered for the District award.
District recipients are encouraged attend the Southern District SHAPE America Convention. Materials concerning District
recipients will then be submitted by Southern District SHAPE America for consideration at the national level (SHAPE
America).
6.10
To be eligible for District or National awards, recipients must be members of SHAPE America. Current Southern District
Division Vice Presidents and past Southern District SHAPE America award recipients are not eligible to be selected for the
same Southern District SHAPE America award.
Adopted by the Board of Directors:
April
Adopted by the Representative Assembly: November
2007
2007
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TAHPERD Policies
Alcohol Policy
The Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance does not allow alcohol in any official business meetings and
will not purchase nor furnish alcohol in any of TAHPERD’s official functions. Alcohol may only be provided on a cash bar basis.
2004 Fall Board Meeting
Buy Back - Lapsed Membership
TAHPERD professional members will be allowed to buy back lost years’ membership at the current fee to maintain a continuous
membership record. The inactive years are to be noted in the TAHPERD membership database.
2003 Spring Board Meeting
Children at Convention and Conferences Policy
Because of legal liabilities, the concern for safety, and in consideration of professional colleagues, children are not allowed at the
TAHPERD Convention or other TAHPERD events unless they are part of an approved program or activity with permission granted by
the Executive Director and/or designated TAHPERD staff.
2003 Fall Board Meeting
Code of Ethics – Board of Directors, Foundation & Trustees
As a member of the TAHPERD Board of Directors or Foundation or Trustees, I will:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
16.
Listen carefully to other Board members and the association members I serve
Respect the opinion of my board member colleagues
Respect and support the majority decisions of the Board
Recognize that all authority is vested in the Board when it meets as a whole – not with individual Board members
Be informed of developments relevant to issues that come before the Board
Participate actively in Board meetings and actions
Attend all Board meetings
Call to the attention of the Board any issues that I believe will have an adverse effect on TAHPERD or its members
Recognize that as a Board member, my job is to ensure that TAHPERD is well-managed.
Turn in all reports by the given deadline
Make decisions in the best interests of TAHPERD while representing my specific Division
Consider myself a “Trustee” of TAHPERD and do my best to ensure that TAHPERD is well maintained, financially secure,
growing, and always operating in the best interests of the members
Respond in a timely manner to member inquiries and correspondence
Work to learn more about the Board member’s job and how to do it better
Declare any conflicts of interest between my personal life and my position on the Board and avoid discussing and/or voting on
issues that appear to be a conflict of interest
Be accountable for the responsibilities to which I have committed
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Be critical, in or outside of the Board meeting, of fellow members and/or their opinions
Use TAHPERD or any part of the association for my personal advantage or the personal advantage of my friends or relatives
Discuss the confidential proceedings of the Board outside the Board meeting
Make a promise on how I will vote on any issue in a Board meeting
Try to manage TAHPERD’s daily operations or the TAHPERD office responsibilities.
Neglect my responsibilities and obligations as a Board member
13.
14.
15.
As a member of the Board, or Foundation, or Trustees, I will not:
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Conflict of Interest Policy - Board of Directors, Foundation & Trustees
1.
2.
Do you (or a member of your family) have, directly or indirectly, an employment, consultant or volunteer position with, or a
material interest in any entity with which our organization does business, proposes to do business, or could reasonably be
expected to do business?
___ No ___ Yes
If yes, please list the entities and describe the nature of the relationship.
Do you (or a member of your family) have, directly or indirectly, an employment, consultant or volunteer position with, or a
Material Interest in any entity which provides advice to a competitor and/or competes, plans to compete, or could reasonably be
expected to compete with our organization (and/or its affiliates) in the purchase, sale or delivery of any property or property
right, interest, goods or services?
___ No ___ Yes
3.
4.
If yes, please list the entities and describe the nature of the relationship.
During the past 12 months, have you (or a member of your family) solicited or accepted a payment, gift, meal, entertainment,
service, or other benefit from any person or entity that does or is seeking to do business with TAHPERD?
___ No ___ Yes
If yes, please describe.
Have you (or a member of your family) used the name, image, service/trademarks or confidential and/or strategic information
of TAHPERD resources or property in connection with any commercial or other interest or activity not associated with TAHPERD?
___ No ___ Yes
If yes, please describe the use.
I have read and agree to comply with the current Conflict of Interest Policy. My signature below acknowledges my understanding that
I have a duty to supplement the information I have provided, if such information changes prior to the next annual request for information, or if I become aware of a situation in which the possibility of a conflict of interest may exist.
Print Name: __________________________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________
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Position: ________________________________________
Date: __________________________________________
Conflict of Interest in Presentations
TAHPERD conference presentations are for the purpose of sharing information that (a) helps members fulfill their roles as professionals, and (b) helps TAHPERD accomplish its mission. It is inappropriate for presenters to use presentations to directly solicit sales
or service contracts, unless that privilege has been contracted through the TAHPERD office (contact the TAHPERD office regarding
current fees for professional presentations).
Soliciting sales/service contracts is defined as:
announcing the name/manufacturer of facilities or equipment during a presentation, if the presenter has any financial association
with the product or manufacturer;
announcing contact information for a provider of services (i.e., educational consulting, workshops, in-service presentations) if the
presenter has any financial association with that provider;
presenting information or methodology that solely utilizes facilities, equipment, or services with which the presenter has a financial
association.
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Reaffirmed: 2003 Spring Board Meeting
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Check List for Reviewing Program Proposals
Convention Planning Meeting
Did proposed speaker present at last year’s convention?
If YES, did their program have a significant number of attendees?
If YES, have you reviewed their program review report for last year’s presentation for the quality of the presentation?
Is this proposal relevant to the current HPERD issues?
Does the proposal meet Best Practices?
2010 Fall Board Meeting
Dance Presentations with Students - Guidelines
1. Limit 10 students per school with one chaperone and/or groups with up to 20 students will require four chaperones.
2. Signed agreement from the chaperone and the school/administrator will be submitted with presentation proposal. Deadline for
list of student dancers with completed documents is due November 1st to the Performance Chair.
3. Chaperone(s) are required to stay with students at all times and will be held responsible for proper supervision.
4. Failure to comply will result in the school not being able to participate in the current convention and a letter of notification will
be mailed to the respective institution by the Vice-President for Dance. In addition, the students will not be able to attend the
current convention.
5. Participation of subsequent years for the respective presenter will be faced with a two-year probation period.
6. Music selection, choreography and costuming must be appropriate for young children.
7. Dance presentation must be the same dance submitted in the video.
2010 Spring Board Meeting
Guidelines for Student Participation
No outside food will be allowed in the convention center as per TAHPERD policy.
No students sitting in general areas of convention center and/or in presentations that they are not participating in.
2010 Spring Board meeting
Education Presentations Policy
An individual may present no more than two presentations at the TAHPERD Annual Convention and/or Summer Conference. This
same individual may assist in one additional presentation as a member of a panel.
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Inscription Policy for Honorary Bricks for the TAHPERD building
While we encourage creativity, TAHPERD will not honor a request to print any “objectionable” language, acronyms, symbols, pictures,
or any other graphic representation. “Objectionable” means, among other things, anything that (a) is libelous, defamatory, pornographic, sexually explicit, unlawful, racially or ethnically offensive, (b) infringes on someone else’s patent, copyright, trademark,
trade secret or other property right, (c) is something people would consider harassing, abusive, threatening, harmful, vulgar, profane, obscene, or violent, (d) would breach a person's privacy or publicity rights, (e) is a misrepresentation of facts, (f) hate speech,
(g) encourages others to break the law in any way, or (h) is otherwise inappropriate.
TAHPERD must and does reserve the absolute right to decline orders that in its sole judgment and discretion contain subject matter that
may be considered inappropriate or offensive, including, without limitation, inappropriate, offensive words, acronyms, symbols, or
other content.
Examples:
Sawed off Horns (Aggie disparaging remark about UT)
Rebel flag
Certain Confucius sayings
Certain religious sayings, scriptures, or symbols
2007 Fall Board Meeting
Naming Policy
Naming of TAHPERD Properties and Programs
1. The David K. Brace Award should remain the only named award and the Lynn and Tillie McCraw First General Session should
remain the only named session and/or other event.
2. TAHPERD physical objects can be named to honor significant monetary contributions. Names should not conflict with the TAHPERD
mission. The following list is based on the TAHPERD Building Campaign with updates based on current needs.
• $500,000 Building
• $100,000 Foyer
• $50,000 Conference Room
• $25,000 Fence
• $10,000 Building Sign
• $5,000 Benches
• $5,000 Columns of building
• $5,000 Tree Markers
• $1,000 Wall of Honor
• $100 / $200 Bricks
3. Student Scholarships - A significant (minimum $25,000) contribution to the Foundation could result in a student scholarship
being named according to the wishes of the donor. Criteria for the scholarships will not change. This policy is retroactive.
2012 Fall Board Meeting
No Campaigning Policy
TAHPERD members running for an office (President-elect, Vice President-elect, Section Chair, or Section Secretary) are not
allowed to campaign. This includes all methods of campaigning such as, mailings, buttons, signs, phone calls, or emails from the
candidate or other members asking for the support or vote of a TAHPERD member for the purpose of getting elected to a TAHPERD
office.
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Nondiscrimination
The Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (TAHPERD) strives to provide an environment that
affirms the rights of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or
harassment of any kind is inappropriate and TAHPERD is committed to programs of equal opportunity for all members and
employees.
2000 Fall Board Meeting
Pre-Registration for TAHPERD Events Policy
Pre-registration for any TAHPERD sponsored event will not be processed without one of the following: cash, check, approved credit
card, or payment with a purchase order.
2003 Fall Board Meeting
Printed Materials Policy
All printed or electronic materials using TAHPERD’s name must have the Executive Director and/or the Executive Committee’s
approval before distribution to the public.
2003 Fall Board Meeting
Records Retention Policy - Board of Directors, Foundation & Trustees
Description
Retention Period
Accident Reports and Claims (settled cases)
7 years
Accounts payable ledgers and schedules
7 years
Accounts receivable ledgers and schedules
7 years
Audit reports of accountants
Permanently
Bank reconciliations
2 years
Capital stock and bond records; ledgers, transfer registers, stubs showing issues, record of
Permanently
interest coupons, options, etc.
Cash books
Permanently
Charts of accounts
Permanently
Checks (canceled but see exception below)
7 years
Checks (canceled for important payments, i.e., taxes, purchases of property, special conPermanently
tracts, etc. (checks should be filed with the papers pertaining to the underlying transaction)
Contracts and leases (expired)
7 years
Contracts and leases still in effect
Permanently
Correspondence (routine) with members, customers, or vendors
1 year
Correspondence (general)
3 years
Correspondence (legal and important matters only)
Permanently
Deeds, mortgages, and bill of sale
Permanently
Depreciation schedules
Permanently
Duplicate deposit slips
2 years
Employee personnel records (after termination)
3 years
Employment applications
3 years
Expense analyses and expense distribution schedules
7 years
Financial statements (end-of-year, other months optional)
Permanently
General and private ledgers (and end-of-year trial balances)
Permanently
Insurance policies (expired)
3 years
Insurance records, current accident reports, claims, policies, etc.
Permanently
Internal audit reports (in some situations, longer retention periods may be desirable)
3 years
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Internal reports (miscellaneous)
Inventories of products, materials, and supplies
Invoices to members and customers
Invoices from vendors
Journals
Membership applications
Minutes of directors and committees, including by-laws and charter
Notes receivable ledgers and schedules
Option records (expired)
Payroll records and summaries, including payments to pensioners
Petty cash vouchers
Physical inventory tags
Plant cost ledgers
Property appraisals by outside appraisers
Property records-including costs, depreciation reserves, end-of-year trial balances,
depreciation schedules, blueprints and plans
Purchase orders (except purchasing department copy)
Receiving sheets
Requisitions
Property appraisals by outside appraisers
Property records-including costs, depreciation reserves, end-of-year trial balances,
depreciation schedules, blueprints and plans
Purchase orders (except purchasing department copy)
Receiving sheets
Requisitions
Sales records
Savings bond registration records of employees
Scrap and salvage records (inventories, sales, etc.)
Stock and bond certificates (canceled)
Stockroom withdrawal forms
Subsidiary ledgers
Tax returns and worksheets, revenue agents’ reports and other documents relating to
determination of income tax liability
Time books
Trade mark registrations
Voucher register and schedules
Vouchers for payments to vendors, employees, etc. (includes allowances and reimbursement
of employees, officers, etc., for travel and entertainment expenses)
3 years
7 years
7 years
7 years
Permanently
3 years
Permanently
7 years
7 years
7 years
3 years
3 years
7 years
Permanently
Permanently
2 years
2 years
2 years
Permanently
Permanently
2 years
2 years
2 years
7 years
3 years
7 years
7 years
2 years
7 years
Permanently
7 years
Permanently
7 years
7 years
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Refunds for TAHPERD Events
Refunds for TAHPERD Convention or any TAHPERD meeting will be made, less a processing fee, if the request is received 14 days
prior to the meeting. No refunds will be made on requests later than 14 days prior to the meeting. The Executive Director has the
authority to override this policy if the request so warrants such action.
2003 Fall Board Meeting
Area Division Vice Presidents
1.
If a TAHPERD member is working for or representing a business/vendor involved in the HPERD disciplines, this member is
not eligible as a nominee for the Vice President of the Area Division position.
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Once elected, if a Vice President of the Area Division begins a relationship of working for or representing a business/vendor
involved in the HPERD disciplines, the Vice President must resign.
2010 Fall Board Meeting
Speaker Honorarium for TAHPERD Members
TAHPERD will not pay an honorarium, which includes in-kind compensation, for a TAHPERD member to present a program at
the Annual Convention and/or the Summer Conference.
2003 Spring Board Meeting
Travel Reimbursement Policy
TAHPERD will reimburse on the following basis:
Transportation
The least costly between car mileage at $0.40 per mile or most economical airfare.
Airport parking
Mileage to and from home to airport
Travel from airport to meeting
Meals:
$9 - Breakfast
$11- Lunch
$16 - Dinner
Any special meal expenses, such as Awards Dinner, etc., are the individual's responsibility.
Housing
Full reimbursement for a shared room (one other person).
One half reimbursed for a private room. Individual pays other half.
Exception to be made if the private room results from odd number situations.
TAHPERD strives to keep expenses low in providing fair and equitable reimbursements for volunteer and guest expenses while conducting TAHPERD business.
2004 Spring Board Meeting
Vendor Policy
The intent of TAHPERD’s Vendor Policy is to insure that all TAHPERD members and vendors are treated fairly.
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The exposure and marketing of a business and/or vendor at a TAHPERD event provides a money-making opportunity and
requires the purchase of that opportunity.
o If a TAHPERD member benefits from such an opportunity, they are considered a vendor.
o Vendors may not hold elected office or serve as a delegate for the Representative Assembly. If an officer (holds an elected
office) of TAHPERD begins a relationship of working for or representing a business/vendor or starts their own business
involved in the HPERD disciplines, the officer must resign.
Educational Program – No Fee
o A TAHPERD member may present an educational program at no charge if the member, member’s school, educational
institution, company, or non-profit does not directly benefit financially from the presentation.
Vendor Category
a. If a person, school, company, or non-profit association is selling a product or distributing information, they must purchase
a booth in the Exhibit Hall. Costs vary depending on size and location.
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If a person, school, company, or non-profit wants to present a program which results in the production of income, they
must purchase a booth and submit a program proposal for an Exhibitor’s Showcase. If the proposal is approved, a fee will
be required to present the Exhibitor’s Showcase.
Annual Convention
i. A vendor may submit a program proposal for an Exhibitor’s Showcase. If the proposal is approved, a fee will be required
to present the Exhibitor’s Showcase.
Summer Conference
i. A vendor may submit a program proposal for an Exhibitor’s Showcase. If the proposal is approved, a fee will be required
to present the Exhibitor’s Showcase.
ii. A vendor who exhibited at the previous TAHPERD Annual Convention may submit a program proposal for an
Exhibitor’s Showcase. If the proposal is approved, no fee will be required to present the Exhibitor’s Showcase.
TAHPERD Member Working in a Vendor’s Booth
a. Must pay the conference/convention registration fee
b. Must be a current TAHPERD member
c. May present the vendor’s Exhibitor’s Showcase program with the appropriate fee
d. This member may also present a non-vendor program (no fee) as long as they do not wear any vendor clothing or mention
the vendor’s product.
Outside the Exhibit Hall
a. No individual, school, company, or non-profit may sell or market themselves or their products outside the Exhibit Hall.
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Whistleblower Policy - Board of Directors, Foundation & Trustees
The Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (TAHPERD) Code of Ethics and Conduct requires
directors, officers and employees to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. As employees and representatives of TAHPERD, we must practice honesty and integrity in fulfilling our responsibilities
and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Reporting Responsibility
It is the responsibility of all directors, officers, and employees to comply with the Code and to report violations or suspected violations
in accordance with this Whistleblower Policy.
Retaliation
No director, officer or employee, who in good faith, reports a violation of the Code shall suffer harassment, retaliation, or adverse
employment consequence. An employee who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment. This Whistleblower Policy is intended to encourage and enable employees
and others to raise serious concerns within the Organization prior to seeking resolution outside the Organization.
Reporting Violations
The Code addresses the TAHPERD’s open door policy and suggests that employees share their questions, concerns, suggestions or
complaints with someone who can address them properly. In most cases, an employee’s supervisor is in the best position to address
an area of concern. However, if you are not comfortable speaking with your supervisor or you are not satisfied with your supervisor’s
response, you are encouraged to speak with someone in the Human Resources Department or anyone in management whom you
are comfortable in approaching. Supervisors and managers are required to report suspected violations of the Code of Conduct to the
Organization’s Compliance Officer, who has specific and exclusive responsibility to investigate all reported violations. For suspected
fraud, or when you are not satisfied or uncomfortable with following the Organization’s open door policy, individuals should contact the
Organization’s Compliance Officer directly.
Compliance Officer1
The Organization’s Compliance Officer is responsible for investigating and resolving all reported complaints and allegations concerning violations of the Code and, at her/his discretion, shall advise the Executive Director and/or the audit committee. The
Compliance Officer has direct access to the audit committee of the board of directors and is required to report to the audit committee
at least annually on compliance activity. The Organization’s Compliance Officer is the chair of the audit committee.
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Accounting and Auditing Matters
The audit committee of the board of directors shall address all reported concerns or complaints regarding corporate accounting practices, internal controls, or auditing. The Compliance Officer shall immediately notify the audit committee of any such complaint
and work with the committee until the matter is resolved.
Acting in Good Faith
Anyone filing a complaint concerning a violation or suspected violation of the Code must be acting in good faith and have reasonable
grounds for believing the information disclosed indicates a violation of the Code. Any allegations that prove not to be substantiated
and which prove to have been made maliciously or knowingly to be false will be viewed as a serious disciplinary offense.
Confidentiality
Violations or suspected violations may be submitted on a confidential basis by the complainant or may be submitted anonymously.
Reports of violations or suspected violations will be kept confidential to the extent possible, consistent with the need to conduct an
adequate investigation.
Handling of Reported Violations
The Compliance Officer will notify the sender and acknowledge receipt of the reported violation or suspected violation within five
business days. All reports will be promptly investigated and appropriate corrective action will be taken if warranted by the investigation.
1Note:
Compliance officer could be a committee of the board, a designated director, or a third party such as an HR Specialist or the
board attorney.
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TAHPERD Handbook of
Duties & Procedures for Officers
The Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance is the primary professional organization for
developing and promoting the disciplines and professions of health, physical education, recreation, and dance in the State of
Texas. The Association is a professional organization committed to the development of knowledge and programs that foster
active and healthy lifestyles and to the enhancement of skilled and aesthetic motor performance.
As a member-driven association, the officers are elected by the membership to develop, monitor, and utilize the rules of governance to carry out the business of the Association. The success of TAHPERD continues to be the result of shared governance
and the cooperative efforts of volunteer leaders. TAHPERD governance is structured such that all volunteers are expected to
work together in their decision-making. This structure also provides an “elect” year for new officers to learn the governance
process and the strategic plan of their particular area. The Officers’ Handbook describes the duties and responsibilities of the
officers of TAHPERD.
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is composed of the President, President-elect, Past President, and Executive Director. As a structure of
the highest elected officers and the State Office Director, their collaborative governing efforts for TAHPERD carry some of the highest responsibilities. Some of these responsibilities include:
1. multiple meetings (either face-to-face, conference calls, or email) to assure that Board action is being implemented and to conduct Association business between Board meetings;
2. to develop plans with the State Office for the convention and conferences;
3. to monitor the establishment and progress of goals by the Divisions, Sections, and Committees; and
4. to monitor the work and effectiveness of the Executive Director
The Executive Committee must be knowledgeable of the operation of all governance structures and initiate action to ensure proper
supervision and adequate discharge of responsibilities and duties.
The Executive Committee supervises the Executive Director for the Board of Directors who has the ultimate responsibility for the
employment of the Executive Director. While the Executive Director is responsible to all TAHPERD members, the office is a professional position with responsibilities and duties comparable to those of the three Presidents in scope and importance.
President
The President is responsible for the effective shared governance of the Association. This includes the Executive Committee, Board
of Directors, Representative Assembly, TAHPERD committees, Trustees, and Texas Foundation for HPERD. While the responsibility for all officers and committee chairs are under the direction of the President, immediate supervision should be delegated. For
example, the Vice Presidents should supervise the officers in their respective divisions and sections.
As the presiding officer of the Board of Directors, the President serves as the Chair of the Executive Committee, Board of Directors,
and Representative Assembly. Through consultation with the Executive Committee, the presiding officer develops the agendas and
conducts the meetings.
Outlined hereinafter are specific duties of the President, categorized according to general function. Where applicable these duties
should be examined and implemented in relation to those listed under the same headings for the Executive Director.
Appointments
Through consultation with the Executive Committee, the President makes appointments for the Association structures listed below.
The appointments are made while he/she is serving as President-elect when the selection and notification are done prior to the effective date of the appointments. Other appointments are made as needed and in accordance with the Bylaws and/or Operating Codes.
Appointments must be made within restrictions imposed by the Bylaws and/or Operating Codes. The Executive Director will provide
a list of all committees with members’ terms and descriptions of the vacancies to be filled. The appointments will be included in the
21-day mailing to the Board of Directors prior to the Fall Board meeting. The Board of Directors must approve all appointments.
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Members of Standing Committees whose terms will expire at the upcoming convention.
Chairs of Standing Committees. If the current committee chair still has time remaining in her/his term, and the President
wishes to change the Chair appointment, it is the responsibility of the President to contact the current Chair and notify
him/her of the change. If the President chooses to have the current chair with remaining time in her/his term as Chair, the
President should confirm this reappointment with the current Chair.
The term of the members and Chairs of a President’s Ad Hoc Committees will coincide with that of the appointing
President. If an incoming President wishes to continue, and thus reappoint, a previous ad hoc committee, he/she may do
so and should confirm the appointment with the ad hoc committee members.
Convention Manager(s) are appointed after consultation with the Executive Committee and the TAHPERD Director of
Convention and Meetings.
Parliamentarian of the Board of Directors and Representative Assembly.
TAHPERD delegates and alternate delegates to the SHAPE America Representative Assembly.
TAHPERD delegates and alternate delegates to Southern District SHAPE America Representative Assembly.
Selects recipient(s) for the TAHPERD Distinguished Service Citation.
NOTE: while the President may contact key individuals to determine their willingness to serve on committees, the Executive
Director, following approval by the Board of Directors, will send the official announcements of committee appointments.
Meetings
1. Convention
a. Selects the theme for her/his convention year
b. Consults with EC to suggest speakers for the general sessions
c. Presides at general sessions
d. Presents the awards at the Awards Dinner and introduces all award honorees at a general session
e. Heads the receiving line at receptions which may be held to honor officers and award recipients and special guests
f. Presides over and serves as voting member at meetings of the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and Representative
Assembly.
g. Submits an annual report to the Board of Directors and the Representative Assembly
h. Serves as an official spokesperson of the association to news media
i. Writes letters or notes of appreciation to include the following:
1) Convention Managers and Chairs of local committees
2) Participants at general sessions including speakers, persons delivering welcome messages, color guards, and musical groups.
3) Commercial exhibitors (in conjunction with Exhibits Manager)
2. Summer Conference
a. Consults with Executive Director and local committee to suggest speakers for the general session
b. Presides at the general session
c. Writes letters or notes of appreciation to include the following:
1) Convention Managers and Chairs of local committees
2) Participants at the general session including speakers, persons delivering welcome messages, color guards, and musical
groups (in conjunction with Director of Meetings and Convention)
3) Commercial exhibitors (in conjunction with Exhibits Manager)
3. Leadership Conference
a. Consults with Executive Committee to develop the agenda
b. Presides over the conference
TAHPERD Publications
1. Write a President’s Message for each issue of the TAHPERD Journal. Deadlines for sending copy to the editor are January 1 for
the spring issue, June 1 for the summer issue, and September 1 for the fall issue.
2. Write a President’s Message to introduce each new issue of the Membership Directory. Copy should be sent to the TAHPERD
office by February 1st.
3. Write a President’s Message for the Annual Convention program (by October 1) and Summer Conference program (by July 1).
Correspondence and Reports
The President may sign correspondence and reports of official action of the Association which should be prepared in consultation
with the Executive Director and Executive Committee as needed. The Executive Director is to provide assistance in the preparation
and distribution and file copies are to be kept in the TAHPERD office.
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While certain matters may be handled more expeditiously by telephone, in most instances written correspondence and e-mail are
more effective and economical and provide needed documentation. Important decisions and information provided by telephone
should always be confirmed by correspondence to eliminate errors and misunderstanding, to provide a written record, and to keep
appropriate individuals informed. The President should routinely send copies of correspondence and reports to the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
President-Elect, immediate Past President, Executive Director: all correspondence and reports.
TAHPERD’s Director of Conventions and Meetings: matters relating to the convention, including program details. Always
copy to the Executive Director.
Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents-Elect, Past Vice Presidents: matters relating to Divisions, Sections, or Committees related to
the Divisions. Always copy to the Executive Director.
Section officers: matters related to the Section or Committees related to the Section. Always copy to the Executive Director and
appropriate VPs.
Committee Chairs: matters related to the Committees. Always copy to the Executive Director.
In conjunction with the Executive Director, prepares and submits an annual report of Texas AHPERD activities to the American
Alliance via the Southern District Representative to the Alliance Board of Governors.
Finances
Funds are provided in the budget to defray the expenses of the President in discharging the duties of office. Reimbursement is made
by submitting expense vouchers to the Executive Director. Presidents should attempt to obtain support from their own school, college/university, or other professional affiliation. It is often the policy of such institutions to assist with support in terms of postage,
clerical assistance, and telephone costs to persons serving as officers in professional associations. The following are expenditures for
which the President may be reimbursed by the association:
1. Long distance telephone charges
2. Postage
3. Clerical assistance
4. Travel expenses (except to state convention) to perform specific duties including:
a. specific to Presidential travel - clinics and workshops conducted and/or sponsored by the Association
b. presentations and meetings of teachers and/or majors clubs
c. SHAPE America and Southern District conventions
d. meetings of the Executive Committee
NOTE: TAHPERD provides a complimentary suite for the President and complimentary registration for the Annual Convention
but the costs of travel and meals are to be paid by the individual.
Committee Service
The President serves as a member of the Board of Directors, Representative Assembly, Executive Committee, Finance Committee,
and Personnel Committee.
President-Elect
The President-Elect acts for the President during his/her absence and assumes the office of President in the event of a vacancy.
According to Robert’s Rules of Order, when the unexpired term is less than one-half (after June 1 for TAHPERD) the Presidentelect completes the unexpired term of the President and then serves a full term as President. The Bylaws prescribe that a vacancy in
the office of President-elect is filled by the person with the second highest vote in the election. While the President-elect has specific duties as are outlined herein after, the principal responsibility is to become familiar with the operation of the Association and to
initiate planning for the term as President. Specific duties include:
1.
Serve as Chair of the Finance Committee
2.
Serve as a member of the:
a. Executive Committee
b. Board of Directors
c. Representative Assembly
d. Personnel Committee
3.
Make selections for committee appointments as outlined above under the duties of the President. Selections need to be
made prior to the deadline for Board Report submissions.
4.
Submit an annual report (written and possibly oral) to the Board of Directors and the Representative Assembly.
5.
Attend the SHAPE America Presidents-elect Conference and prepare a report for the fall issue of the TAHPERD Journal.
6.
Serve as a delegate to the Representative Assembly of both SHAPE America and Southern District SHAPE America.
7.
Attend the annual officer orientation and next year’s convention kick-off meeting at the convention.
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Correspondence
While certain matters may be handled more expeditiously by telephone, in most instances written correspondence is more effective
and economical. Important decisions and information provided by telephone should be confirmed by correspondence to eliminate
error and misunderstandings, to provide a written record, and to keep appropriate individuals informed. Modern communication
technology of e-mail and faxes can often speed this written documentation as needed. The President-elect should routinely send
copies of correspondence and reports to the following:
1. President, immediate Past President, and Executive Director: all correspondence and reports.
2. Convention Manager and Executive Director: matters relating to the convention, including program details.
Finances
Funds are provided in the budget to defray the expenses of the President-elect in discharging the responsibilities of office.
Reimbursement is made by submitting expense vouchers to the Executive Director. The President-elect should attempt to obtain
support from her/his school, college/university, or other professional affiliation. It is often the policy of such institutions to assist
with support in terms of postage, clerical assistance, and telephone costs to persons serving as officers in professional affiliations. The
following are expenditures for which the President-elect may be reimbursed by the association:
1. Long distance telephone charges
2. Postage
3. Travel expenses (except to Annual Convention) to perform specific duties including:
a. SHAPE America Leadership Development Conference (Presidents-elect and Executive Director)
b. SHAPE America and Southern District SHAPE America Conventions to serve as a delegate to the Representative Assembly
c. Southern District SHAPE America Leadership Conference with Vice President-elects.
d. Meetings of the Executive Committee, Finance Committee, and Personnel Committee
e. Other travel requested/approved by the Executive Committee to represent TAHPERD
Past President
The principal function of the immediate Past President is to assist the President and the Executive Director through the benefit of
experience to ensure continued effective governance. The following are specific duties to which may be added specific assignments
for which the individual may be uniquely qualified because of experience as President.
1. Serves as a member of the:
a. Executive Committee
b. Finance Committee
c. Personnel Committee - Chair
d. Board of Directors
e. Representative Assembly
2. Serves as Chair of the Personnel Committee
3. With the assistance of the Executive committee, plans and presides at the Presidents’ Luncheon during the Annual Convention.
4. Presents an annual report of activities and recommendations (written and possibly oral) to the Board of Directors and the
Representative Assembly.
Correspondence
The Past President should routinely send copies of correspondence to the President, President-Elect, and Executive Director and to
other officers and individuals as appropriate.
Finances
Funds are provided in the budget to defray the expenses of the immediate Past President to attend meetings of the Executive
Committee (except at the TAHPERD convention) and for specific functions as assigned by the Executive Committee and/or the
Board of Directors. Care should be exercised not to assign duties normally performed by the President. Expenses for duties performed as a substitute for the President are to be charged to the President’s budget allocation.
Executive Director
The Executive Director of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance is the chief executive officer of
the Association and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the state office. This is a salaried, non-voting position. As an employee
of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director functions under the supervision of the Executive Committee Presidents, who are the
chief elected officers of the Association. The Bylaws prescribe certain responsibilities and duties for the Executive Director. The Board
of Directors may assign additional duties.
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The administrative and general oversight duties of the Executive Director are as follows. The Executive Director shall:
1. Serve as advisor to the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors, and the Representative Assembly in their respective planning
and policy-making functions.
2. Develop strategies to implement the Association's Strategic Plan and evaluate its effectiveness.
3. Serve as the chief business and financial officer of the Association.
4. Establish and maintain liaisons with professional associations outside the Association.
5. Establish and maintain close contact with the Texas Legislature, State Board of Education, State Board for Educator Certification,
and other appropriate groups to monitor and influence their actions related to the mission of the Association.
6. Administer and coordinate the public affairs initiatives of the Association.
7. Employ, supervise, evaluate, and, if necessary, dismiss Association employees.
8. Administer and coordinate all Association conventions and conferences.
9. Administer and coordinate all membership service activities, including recruitment and retention.
10. Serve as the executive editor of all Association publications.
Division Officers
The Division officers consist of the Vice President, Vice President-elect, and immediate Past Vice President for each of the Divisions
of Area, College, Dance, General, Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. Each of these officers has specific responsibilities and
duties as outlined hereinafter and together they function as the Division Executive Committee. As prescribed in the Bylaws, the
Executive Committees conduct such activities as are necessary between annual conventions to ensure continuity in the operation of
the Division.
Division Vice Presidents
The Vice Presidents have charge of activities of the Divisions and they supervise the officers of the Sections within their respective
Divisions. The Vice Presidents are responsible to the President, but they work and communicate directly with the Executive Director
and other officers as appropriate on various matters. The following are specific duties of the Vice Presidents:
1. Serve as Chair of their respective Division’s Executive Committee and initiate projects for the year.
2. Attend the convention program planning meetings: one held at the convention and the other held prior to the Spring Board of
Directors meeting.
3. Plan and execute programs for their respective Divisions for the state convention.
4. Preside at the Division meetings during the convention.
5. Write letters of appreciation following the convention to persons participating in the Division programs.
6. Supervise and assist Section Chairs in planning convention (2) and summer conference (1) programs. This supervision includes
examination of programs to ensure quality programs and to avoid duplication among Sections. Ensures that abstracts and audio
visual requirements are submitted and complete along with the program proposals.
7. Organize a system for Division Vice Presidents and/or Section Officers to visit each program presented by the Division at convention to monitor the quality of the program and the number in attendance. Complete and turn in a “Section Chair Report”
for each program observed.
8. Work with the Division Executive Committee and Section leaders to evaluate each Section’s viability.
9. Assist interest groups to organize new Sections within the Divisions if necessary.
10. Serve as members of the Board of Directors and attend the two annual meetings. One is held on the Wednesday during the
TAHPERD convention and a spring meeting is usually scheduled on a weekend in April at the site of the next annual convention.
11. Serve as delegates to the Representative Assembly (RA) and work with the Division’s Section officers that they attend as delegates also. The RA is held on the Thursday evening of the convention.
12. Appoint two students to represent your Division as voting delegates to the Representative Assembly. Names should be submitted to the Executive Director prior to September 30.
13. Attendance at the annual Leadership Conference, which is usually held in late January or early February of each year.
14. Attend the meeting of the Convention Planning Committee, which is held in conjunction with the spring meeting of the Board
of Directors and at the site of the upcoming convention. Vice Presidents are responsible for the coordination of program planning and selection for their Divisions. NOTE: TAHPERD will pay travel expenses for Vice Presidents. Certain Section leaders are invited by the Executive Committee to attend this planning meeting and assist with programming.
15. Serve as ex officio members of appropriate Standing Committees, i.e., College Committee, Dance Committee, Health
Committee, Physical Education Committee, and Recreation Committee.
16. Submit an annual report of Division activities to the Board of Directors. This report should be mailed/emailed to the Executive
Director no later than 30 days prior to the Board meeting.
17. Keep the President, Executive Director, and Vice Presidents-elect informed of the operations of your respective Division.
18. No later than October 1, correspond with Section Chairs to ensure proper selection of candidates for Section elections and ballot preparation for the convention.
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19. Prior to the conclusion of the annual convention, make sure that each Section within your division has turned in the “Section
Election Results” form to the Hospitality Booth.
20. Prepares and submits budget requests (if any) to the Chair of the Finance Committee (President-Elect) for following year budget preparation. Requests must be submitted in writing to the State Office prior to February 1.
Division Vice Presidents-elect
The Vice Presidents-elect act for the Vice Presidents in their absence and assume the office of Vice President in the event of a vacancy.
According to Robert’s Rules of Order, when the unexpired term is less than one-half (after June 1 for TAHPERD) the Vice Presidentelect completes the unexpired term and then serves a full term as Vice President. The Bylaws prescribe that a vacancy in the office of
Vice President-elect is filled by the person with the second highest vote in the election.
While the Vice Presidents-elect have specific duties as outlined herein after, the principal responsibility is to become familiar with
the operation of the Association and to initiate planning for terms as Vice President. The specific duties include:
1. Serve as a member of the Division Executive Committee.
2. Serve as a member of the Board of Directors and attend the two annual meetings. One is held on Wednesday during the TAHPERD convention and a spring meeting is usually scheduled on a weekend in April at the site of the next annual convention.
3. Serve as a delegate for the Representative Assembly and attend the annual meeting, which is held on Thursday evening at the
convention.
4. Attend the convention program planning meetings: one held at the convention and the other held prior to the Spring Board of
Directors meeting.
5. Attendance at the annual Leadership Conference, which is usually held in late January or early February of each year.
6. Attend the meeting for Convention Planning and the Board of Directors, which is usually held in April at the site of the upcoming convention. Travel expenses will be reimbursed by TAHPERD.
7. Serve as ex officio member of appropriate Standing Committees, i.e., College Committee, Dance Committee, Health
Committee, Physical Education Committee, and Recreation Committee.
9. As a member of the Division Executive Committee, assist in the conduct of a review of the Sections within your respective
Division.
Division Past Vice Presidents
The principal function of the immediate Past Vice Presidents is to assist the Vice Presidents and Division Executive Committees
through the benefit of experience to ensure continued effective operation. The following are specific duties of the Past Vice
Presidents:
1. Serve as a member of the Division Executive Committee.
2. Serve as a member of the Board of Directors and attend the annual meetings. One is held on Wednesday during the TAHPERD
convention and a Spring meeting is usually scheduled on a weekend in April at the site of the next annual convention.
3. Serve as a delegate for the Representative Assembly.
4. Attend the convention program planning meetings: one held at the convention and the other held prior to the Spring Board of
Directors meeting.
5. Serve as ex officio member of appropriate Standing Committees, i.e., College Committee, Dance Committee, Health
Committee, Physical Education Committee, and Recreation Committee. NOTE: The Past Vice Presidents serve as the ex officio Chair of their respective Division Committees.
6. As a member of the Division Executive Committee, assist in the conduct of a review of the Sections within your respective
Division.
7. Attend the meeting of the Convention Planning Committee and the Board of Directors, which is usually held in April at the
site of the upcoming convention. Travel expenses will be reimbursed by TAHPERD.
Finances
Funds are provided to defray expenses of travel for Vice Presidents to meetings which they are “required” to attend. Also a small
Division budget is provided to cover business and convention program expenses during the year. The Division Executive Committee
should decide the expenditure of the Division’s budget.
Section Officers
The Section officers consist of the Chair, Chair-elect, immediate Past Chair, and Secretary (if available). Each of these officers has
specific responsibilities as outlined hereinafter and they function together with a student representative as the Section Executive
Committee. As prescribed in the Bylaws, the Executive Committees conduct such activities as are necessary between annual conventions to ensure continuity in the operation of the sections. The Executive Committees also serve as the Nominating Committees
for the election of that Section’s officers (see Section Operating Code). These nominations are to be reported to the Executive
Director no later than September 15.
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Section Chair
The Section Chairs are responsible to the appropriate Vice Presidents for the efficient and effective execution of their duties. The
following are specific duties of Section Chairs:
1. Serve as Chair of the Section Executive Committee to initiate projects for the year.
2. Appoint student representative to serve on the Committee if not elected in the Section’s business meeting, excluding the Area
Division.
3. Attend the annual officer orientation meeting, which is usually held on Friday at the convention. The Chairs attend this meeting with the Chairs-elect since it is held during the convention prior to the one for which they plan programs.
4. Attendance at the annual Leadership Conference, which is usually held in January or February of each year.
5. Solicits and/or presents at least two programs for your respective Section for annual convention and one program for summer
conference. In lieu of this requirement, the Area Division officers will evaluate all exhibitor showcase programs, provide door
prizes for the General Sessions, and distribute raffle tickets during the annual convention.
6. Communicates with the TAHPERD Office, Executive Committee, and Board of Directors as needed to carry out the duties as
a Section Officer.
7. Submits Section goals and budget requests (if needed) for the following year to the Division’s Vice President with copies to the
Executive Director. Requests must be made in writing prior to the Leadership Conference.
8. With the Section Executive Committee, reviews the Section Operating Code and makes any recommended changes in writing
to the Executive Director prior to September 30. Changes must be approved by the Board of Directors.
9. Preside at Section meetings including conducting the election of officers.
10. Write letters of appreciation following the convention to persons participating in the Section programs, excluding the Area
Division.
11. Serve as members of the Section Nominating Committees. Nominations must be sent to the Executive Director no later than
September 30.
12. Serve as members of the Representative Assembly and attend the annual meeting, which is usually held on Thursday evening
at the convention.
13. Submit an annual report of Section activities to the Board of Directors. Reports must be sent to the Executive Director no later
than 30 days prior to the Board meeting.
Section Chairs-elect
The Chairs-elect act for the Chairs in their absence and assume the office of Chair in the event of a vacancy. According to Robert’s
Rules of Order, when the unexpired term is less than one-half (after June 1 for TAHPERD) the individual completes the unexpired
term and then serves a full term as Chair. The Bylaws prescribe that a vacancy in the office of Chair-Elect is filled by the person with
the second highest vote in the election.
While the Chair-elect has specific duties as outlined hereinafter, the principle responsibility is to become familiar with the operation
of the association and to initiate planning for the term as Chair. The following are specific duties of the Chairs-elect:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Serve as members of the Section Executive Committee.
Serve as members of the Section Nominating Committee. This includes obtaining nominees for the offices of chair-elect and
secretary of the section, verifying eligibility of the candidates with the state office, communicating with the candidates, and
preparing ballots for election to be held during the section business meeting at the annual convention.
Serve as voting members of the Representative Assembly and attend the annual meeting, which is usually held on Thursday
evening at the convention.
Attend the annual officer orientation meeting, which is usually held on Friday at the convention.
Attendance at the Leadership Conference, which is usually held in January or February of each year.
Section Past Chairs
The principal function of the immediate Past Chair is to assist the Chairs and Section Executive Committees through the benefit of
experience to ensure continued effective operation. The following are specific duties of the immediate Past Chairs:
1. Serve as members of the Section Executive Committee.
2. Serve as Chairs of the Section Nominating Committee. A slate of candidates should be submitted to the Executive Director no
later than September 30.
3. Serve as a voting member of the Representative Assembly and attend the annual meeting, which is usually held on Thursday
evening at the convention.
4. Attend the annual officer orientation meeting, which is usually held on Friday at the convention.
Section Secretaries
1. Record minutes of the business meetings of the Section.
2. Prior to the conclusion of the annual convention, turn the Section’s officer ballot results into the Hospitality/Information Booth.
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Serve as members of the Section Nominating Committee.
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Student Section
All Student Section officers’ terms are for two (2) years. The following are specific duties of the Student Section Chair:
1. Appoint a student member to the positions of 1st Vice Chair for the Student Section.
2. Attendance at the annual Leadership Conference, which is usually held in January or February of each year.
3. Attend the convention planning meeting and the Board of Directors, which is usually held in April or May of each year. The
purpose of this meeting is to plan for convention programs with other officers and to conduct other business of the Association.
Travel expenses are reimbursed to this meeting and attendance is most important and strongly urged.
4. Working with the Student Section officers and the College Division Vice President, plan the business meetings, election of officers, and programs for the Student Section at the annual convention.
5. Submit an annual report of Student Section activities and any recommendations for action by the Board of Directors to the
Executive Director.
6. Serve as a voting member of the Board of Directors and attend the annual meeting, which is usually held on Wednesday during
the convention.
7. Preside at all Student Section meetings at the convention.
8. Serve as a voting member of the Representative Assembly and attend the annual meeting, which is usually held on Thursday
evening at the convention.
9. Review the Student Section Operating Code with the officers and Division Vice President. Any revisions in the Operating Code
must be approved by the Board of Directors and submitted to the Executive Director no later than September 30.
Student Representatives to Divisions and Sections
1. Attends meetings of the Division or Section.
2. If and when asked by the Division Vice President to serve as a delegate, attends the annual meeting of the Representative
Assembly, usually held on Thursday evening at the annual convention.
3. Presents the student perspective in dealing with issues with the other officers of the Division or Section.
Committees
Members of Standing Committees are appointed by the President for staggered terms of three (3) years and must be approved by
the Board of Directors. President’s Committees are ad hoc committees appointed by the President to carry out the specific duties
and responsibilities charged to them and do not require approval of the Board of Directors. Their term of service expires when their
specific function has been accomplished or at the end of the appointing President’s term of office. Succeeding Presidents, at their
discretion, may continue the functions of these Committees if their work is incomplete. If they continue, no change is normally
made in the membership of the Committee. A student member may be appointed for a one-year (1) term to each Committee as a
representative from the Student Section.
The following are specific duties of Committee Chairs:
1. Coordinate and supervise the work of the Committee during the year.
NOTE: Committee members should plan to meet at least one (1) time during the year in addition to meeting at the annual convention (usually at the annual Leadership Conference) to establish annual goals and report on progress. If funds are needed to
conduct the committee’s business, a request must be made to the Finance Committee in writing no later than February 15.
2. Provide all Committee members with a copy of the current operating code and the roster of names and addresses of the
Committee members.
3. Review with the Committee members the operating code and any charges given to the Committee by the President or the Board
of Directors. Any revisions in the operating code must be approved by the Board of Directors and should be submitted to the
Executive Director no later than August 31.
4. Attendance at the annual Leadership Conference, which is usually held in January or February of each year.
5. Submit an annual report of Committee activities and any recommendations for action by the Board of Directors no later than
30 days prior to Board meetings.
6. Preside at the meeting of the Committee at the annual convention and at other scheduled times. Arrangements for meeting facilities and times will be made by the Executive Director upon request from the Committee Chair.
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Trustees
The purpose of the Trustees is to supervise the investment of funds belonging to the TAHPERD Trust and managed by Kanaly Trust
Company of Houston, Texas. As a group of five (5) individuals, they recommend policy governing receipts and expenditures of the
“Trust” so as to maximize the investment growth and revenue. Trustees serve five-year (5) terms, and each President appoints one
(1) new Trustee that must then be approved by the Board of Directors. Qualifications for service as a Trustee should include background and interest in the management of financial investments and there should be evidence of fiscal responsibility for such management. They should also have a good understanding of TAHPERD’s budget and financial needs. Of utmost importance is a thorough knowledge of the structure and operation of the Association, and ideally a Trustee would have served as an officer.
Responsibilities of the Chair of the Trustees include:
1. Review (along with the Executive Director) prospective purchases/sales of stocks, bonds, notes, etc., as suggested by Kanaly
Trust officers and give approval for such trades when appropriate.
2. Plan the agenda and preside at all meetings of the Trustees.
3. Conduct orientation sessions during the convention so that Trustees can better understand their responsibilities.
4. On a timely basis, review the Trust portfolio, share concerns with the Executive Director, other Trustees, and the TAHPERD
Executive Committee.
5. Submit an annual written report to the Executive Director for use by the Board of Directors and the Representative Assembly
no later than 30 days prior to Board meetings.
6. Serve as a member of the Finance Committee to provide input into the budget planning process of the Association.
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Amended:
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College & University Departments
Abilene Christian University
ACU Box 28084
Abilene, TX 79699-8084
Department Chair:
Dr. Sheila Jones
(325) 674-2089
[email protected]
www.acu.edu
Alvin Community College
3110 Mustang Road
Alvin, TX 77511
Department Chair:
Bonny Johnson
(281) 756-3692
[email protected]
www. alvincollege.edu
Amarillo College
PO Box 447
Amarillo, TX 79178-0001
Department Chair:
Craig B. Clifton
(806) 371-5299
[email protected]
www.actx.edu
Angelina College
PO Box 7168
Lufkin, TX 75902-1768
Coordinator of the Physical
Education Department:
Patty Donaldson
(936) 633-5435
[email protected]
www.angelina.edu
Angelo State University
PO Box 290
Wall, TX 76957-0290
Interim Department Head:
Dr. Steven Snowden
(325) 486-6178
[email protected]
www.angelo.edu
Austin College
900 North Grand Avenue,
Suite 6A
Sherman, TX 75090-4400
Department Chair:
David Norman
(903) 813-2401
[email protected]
www.austincollege.edu
Austin Community College
- Northridge Campus
11928 Stone Hollow Drive
Austin, TX 78758-3101
Department Chairs:
Jamee Stewart
(512) 223-4815
[email protected]
www.austincc.edu
Baylor University
One Bear Place #97313
Waco, TX 76798-7313
Department Chair:
Dr. Paul M. Gordon
(254) 710-4003
[email protected]
www.baylor.edu
Blinn College
3608 Old College Road
Bryan, TX 77801-4107
Department Chair:
David Corkran
(979) 209-7380
[email protected]
www.blinn.edu
Blinn College
902 College Avenue
Brenham, TX 77833-4098
Athletic Director:
Scott Schumacher
(979) 830-4172
[email protected]
www.blinn.edu
Brazosport College
500 College Drive Box 56
Lake Jackson, TX 77566-3136
Allison Berg
(979) 230-3374
[email protected]
www.brazosport.edu
Brookhaven College
3939 Valley View Lane
Dallas, TX 75244-4906
Department Chair:
Cherilyn Cox
(972) 860-4128
[email protected]
www.brookhavencollege.edu
Cedar Valley College
3030 North Dallas Avenue
Lancaster, TX 75134-3799
Program Coordinator:
Tryn Harper
(972) 860-8088
[email protected]
www.cedarvalleycollege.edu
Central Texas College
PO Box 1800
Killeen, TX 76540-1800
Department Chair:
Richard M. Carney
(254) 526-1533
[email protected]
www.ctcd.edu
Cisco Junior College
101 College Heights
Cisco, TX 76437-1900
Division Chair:
Shawn Hughes
(254) 442-5033
[email protected]
www.cisco.edu
Clarendon College
PO Box 968
Clarendon, TX 79226-0968
Athletic Director:
Tony Starnes
(806) 874-4833 ext.136
tony.starnes@
clarendoncollege.edu
www.clarendoncollege.edu
Coastal Bend College
3800 Charco Road
Beeville, TX 78102-2110
Department Chair:
Jayne Duryea
(361) 354-2322
[email protected]
www.coastalbend.edu
Collin County Community
College
2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy.
Plano, TX 75074-3300
Department Chair:
Craig Leverette
(972) 881-5920
[email protected]
www.collin.edu
Concordia University
11400 Concordia University
Drive
Austin, TX 78726
Dir. of Kinesiology & Wellness:
Dr. Thomas R. Pate
(512) 313-5509
[email protected]
www.concordia.edu
Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway
Dallas, TX 75211-9299
Department Chair:
Dr. Phil S. Williams
(214) 333-5329
[email protected]
www.dbu.edu
Del Mar College
101 Baldwin Blvd.
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Interim Department Chair:
Dr. Judi Phillips
(361) 698-1685
[email protected]
www.delmar.edu
East Texas Baptist
University
1209 North Grove
Marshall, TX 75670
Department Chair:
Stacie Ray
(903) 923-2209
[email protected]
www.etbu.edu
Eastfield College
3737 Motley Drive
Mesquite, TX, 75150
Department Chair:
Don L. Mathus
(972) 860-7646
[email protected]
www.eastfieldcollege.edu
El Paso Community
College
PO Box 20500
El Paso, TX 79998-0500
Department Chair:
Bob Femat
(915) 831-2622
[email protected]
www.epcc.edu
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Frank Phillips College
PO Box 5118
Borger, TX 79008-5118
Athletic Coordinator:
Eric Rodewald
(806) 457-4200 ext. 757
[email protected]
www.fpctx.edu
Galveston College
4015 Avenue Q
Galveston, TX 77550-7496
Athletic Director:
Ken Delcambre
(409) 944-1314
[email protected]
www.gc.edu
Grayson County College
6101 Highway 691
Denison, TX 75020-8238
Department Chair:
Theresa Barnett
(903) 463-8753
[email protected]
www.grayson.edu
Hardin-Simmons
University
PO Box 16180
Abilene, TX 79698-0001
Department Chair:
David A. Stuckey
(325) 670-1378
[email protected]
www.hsutx.edu
Hill College
112 Lamar Drive
Hillsboro, TX 76645-2711
Program Coordinator:
Swede Trenkle
(254) 659-7960
[email protected]
www.hillcollege.edu
Houston Baptist University
7502 Fondren Road
Houston, Texas 77074-3298
Department Chair:
Dr. Kylee Short
(281) 649-3128
[email protected]
www.hbu.edu
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Houston Community
College
1300 Holman
Houston, TX 77004-3898
Department Chair:
Caprice L. Dodson
(713) 718-6086
[email protected]
www.hccs.edu
Howard College
1001 Birdwell Lane
Big Spring, TX 79720-5015
Athletic Director:
Britt Smith
(432) 264-5041
[email protected]
www.howardcollege.edu
Howard Payne University
5800 County Road 103
Brownwood, TX 76801-8628
Department Chair:
Dr. Graham Hatcher
(325) 649-8966
[email protected]
www.hputx.edu
Huston-Tillotson
University
900 Chicon Street
Austin, TX 78702-2795
Department Chair:
Dr. Carlos Cervantes
(512) 505-3095
[email protected]
www.htu.edu
Jarvis Christian College
PO Box 1470
Hawkins, TX 75765-1470
Director of Athletics:
Elissia Burwell
(903) 730-4890 ext. 2520
[email protected]
www.jarvis.edu
Kilgore College
1100 Broadway
Kilgore, TX 75662-3204
Department Chair:
Wendy Brown
(903) 983-8262
[email protected]
www.kilgore.edu
Lamar State CollegeOrange
410 Front Street
Orange, TX 77630-5843
Department Chair:
Donald Thomas
(409) 882-3906
[email protected]
www.lsco.edu
Lamar State College - Port
Arthur
1500 Procter Street
Port Arthur, TX 77640
Athletic Director & Sport
Department Chair:
Scott Street
(409) 984-6292
[email protected]
www.lamarpa.edu
Lamar University
101 Women’s Gym
Box 10039
Beaumont, Texas 77710-0039
Department Chair:
Dr. John Douglas Boatwright
(409) 880-8700
[email protected]
www.lamar.edu
Laredo Community
College
West End Washington Street
Laredo, TX 78040-4395
Kinesiology Coordinator:
Dr. Sara C. Carrasco
(956) 721-5329
[email protected]
www.laredo.edu
Lee College
P.O. Box 818
Baytown, TX 77520-0818
Division Chair:
Graeme Cox
(281) 425-6223
[email protected]
www.lee.edu
LeTourneau University
PO Box 7001
Longview, TX 75607
Department Chair:
Dr. Duane Trogdon
(903) 233-3871
[email protected]
www.letu.edu
Lone Star College - Cy Fair
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
Department Chair:
Tim Sebesta
(281) 290-3918
[email protected]
www.lonestar.edu
Lone Star College Kingwood
Lone Star College-Kingwood
PE DEPT
20000 Kingwood Drive - FTC
100A
Kingwood, TX 77339-3801
Department Chair:
Richard H. Almstedt
(281) 312-1656
[email protected]
www.lonestar.edu
Lone Star College Montgomery
3200 College Park Drive
Conroe, TX 77384-4500
Department Chair:
Kevin McKinney
(936) 273-7332
Kevin.W.McKinney@LoneStar
.edu
www.lonestar.edu/montgomery
Lone Star College - North
Harris
2700 W.W. Thorne Drive
Houston, TX 77073-3499
Department Chair:
Shirley Ennis
(281) 618-5659
[email protected]
www.lonestar.edu/northharris
Lone Star College Tomball
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
Department Chair:
Bruce D. Zarosky
(281) 351-3355
[email protected]
www.lonestar.edu/tomball
Lone Star College University Park
20515 S.H. 249
Houston, TX 77070
Department Chair:
Leslie LaPres
(281) 540-5835
[email protected]
www.lonestar.edu/universitycenter
Lubbock Christian
University
5601 West 19th Street
Lubbock, TX 79407
Department Chair:
Kim McCullough
(806) 720-7859
[email protected]
www.lcu.edu
McLennan Community
College
1400 College Drive
Waco, TX 76708-1499
Athletic Director:
Shawn Trochim
(254) 299-8811
[email protected]
www.mclennan.edu
McMurry University
Box 188 McMurry Station
Abilene, TX 79697
Department Chair:
Dr Pug Parris
(325) 793-4632
[email protected]
www.mcm.edu
Midland College
3600 North Garfield
Midland, TX 79705-6397
Program Chair:
Ann Leach
(915) 685-4579
[email protected]
www.midland.edu
Midwestern State
University
3410 Taft Boulevard
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
Department Chair:
Michaelle Kitchen
(940) 397-4141
[email protected]
www.mwsu.edu
Mountain View College
4849 West Illinois Avenue
Dallas, TX 75211-6503
Department Chair:
Dr. Karen N. Valencia
(214) 860-3687
[email protected]
www.mountainviewcollege.edu
Navarro College
3200 West 7th Avenue
Corsicana, TX 75110-4818
Kinesiology Director:
Roark Montgomery
(903) 875-7487
roark.montgomery@
navarrocollege.edu
www.navarrocollege.edu
North Central Texas
Community College
1525 West California Street
Gainesville, TX 76240-4636
Director of Athletics:
Van Hedrick
(940) 668-4286
[email protected]
www.nctc.edu
North Lake College
5001 North MacArthur Blvd.
Irving, TX 75038-3899
Executive Dean:
Dr. David Evans
(972) 273-3450
[email protected]
www.northlakecollege.edu
Northeast Texas
Community College
PO Box 1307
Mount Pleasant, TX 75456
Athletic Director:
Josh Stewart
(903) 434-8166
[email protected]
www.ntcc.edu
Northwest Vista College
3535 North Ellison Drive
San Antonio, TX 78251-4217
Academic Chair:
Tim Jones
(210) 486-4827
[email protected]
www.alamo.edu/nvc
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201 West University
Odessa, TX 79764-7127
Department Chair:
Jon Staton
(432) 335-6563
[email protected]
www.odessa.edu
Our Lady of the Lake
University
411 SW 24th Street
San Antonio, TX 78207-4666
Program Head:
Dr. Randy Dietz
(210) 434-6711, ext. 8105
[email protected]
www.ollusa.edu
Palo Alto College
1400 West Villaret Boulevard
San Antonio, TX 78224-2499
Department Chair:
Alexis L. Lowe
(210) 486-3166
[email protected]
www.alamo.edu/pac
Panola College
1109 West Panola Street
Carthage, TX 75633
Athletic Director:
Don Clinton
[email protected]
www.panola.edu
Paris Junior College
2400 Clarksville Street
Paris, TX 75460-6298
Director of Athletics:
Deron Clark
(903) 782-0394
[email protected]
www.parisjc.edu
Prairie View A&M
University
PO Box 519 Mailstop 2415
Prairie View, TX 77446-0519
Interim Department Chair:
Albert Johnson, Jr.
(936) 261-3900
[email protected]
www.pvamu.edu
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Ranger College
1100 College Circle
Ranger, TX 76470-3203
Department Chair:
David Deaver
(254) 647-3375
[email protected]
www.rangercollege.edu
Rice University
PO Box 1892
Houston, TX 77251-1892
Department Chair:
Dr. Nicholas K. Iammarino
(713) 348-5738
[email protected]
www.rice.edu
Richland College
12800 Abrams Road
Dallas, TX 75243-2199
Athletic Director:
Guy Simmons
(972) 238-6263
[email protected]
www.richlandcollege.edu
Sam Houston State
University
801 Bowers Boulevard
Huntsville, TX 77340
Department Chair:
Dr. Ryan Zapalac
(936) 294-4575
[email protected]
www.shsu.edu
San Antonio College
1300 San Pedro Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78212-4299
Department Chair:
Brad Dudney
(210) 486-1017
[email protected]
www.alamo.edu/sac
San Jacinto CollegeCentral
8060 Spencer Hwy.
Pasadena, TX 77505
Department Chair:
Sandi Morgan
(281) 998-6150 x1425
[email protected]
www.sjcd.edu
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San Jacinto College - South
13735 Beamer Road
Houston, TX 77089-6009
(281) 922-3425
www.sjcd.edu
Schreiner University
2100 Memorial Boulevard
Kerrville, TX 78028-5611
Department Chair:
Dr. J. Barry Shaw
(830) 792-7421
[email protected]
www.schreiner.edu
South Plains College
1400 S. College Ave
Levelland, TX 79336-6504
Department Chair:
Jon Marc Moore
(806) 716-2229
[email protected]
www.spc.cc.tx.us
South Texas College
2607 W. Pecan Blvd.
McAllen, TX 78501
Department Chair:
Dr. Rebecca De Los Santos
(956) 872-3725
[email protected]
www.southtexascollege.edu
Southern Methodist
University
6000 Airline Road, Rm. 013
Dallas, TX 75215-0353
Department Chair:
Dr. Lynn Romejko Jacobs
(214) 768-1811
[email protected]
www.smu.edu
Southwest Texas Junior
College
708 Sunrise Avenue
Uvalde, TX 78801-4004
Department Chair:
Landra Fowler
(830) 591-7241
[email protected]
www.swtjc.edu
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Southwestern Adventist
University
100 West Hillcrest
Keene, TX 76059
Department Chair:
Vesa Tapani Naukkarinen
(817) 202-6684
[email protected]
www.swau.edu
Southwestern University
1001 E. University
Georgetown, TX 78627-0770
Department Chair:
Dr. Scott P. McLean
(512) 863-1195
[email protected]
www.southwestern.edu
St. Edward’s University
3001 S. Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Department Chair:
Dr. J. Frank Smith
(512) 448-8555
[email protected]
www.stedwards.edu
St. Mary’s University
One Camino Santa Maria
San Antonio, TX 78228-5433
Department Chair:
Dr. Terri Boggess
(210) 436-3412
[email protected]
www.stmarytx.edu
St. Philip’s College
1801 Martin Luther King
San Antonio, TX 78203
Department Chair:
Randall Dawson
(210) 486-2471
[email protected]
www.alamo.edu/spc
Stephen F. Austin State
University
PO Box 13015 SFA Station
Nacogdoches, TX 75962
Department Chair:
Dr. Carla Murgia
(936) 468-3503
[email protected]
www.sfasu.edu
Sul Ross State University
P.O. Box C-114
Alpine, TX 79832
Department Chair:
Dr Jim Hector
(432) 837-8213
[email protected]
www.sulross.edu
Tarleton State University
P.O. Box T0370
Stephenville, TX 76402
Department Chair:
Dr. Kayla Peak
(254) 968-9824
[email protected]
www.tarleton.edu
Tarrant County CollegeNortheast Campus
828 Harwood Road
Hurst, TX 76054-3219
Department Chair:
Lacreacia Sanders
(817) 515-7692
[email protected]
www.tccd.edu
Tarrant County College Northwest Campus
4801 Marine Creek Pkwy.
Fort Worth, TX 76179
Department Chair:
Dr. Linda K. Quinn
(817) 515-6023
[email protected]
www.tccd.edu
Tarrant County College South Campus
5301 Campus Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76119
Department Chair:
Kiera R Amison
(817) 515-4270
[email protected]
www.tccd.edu
Tarrant County College Southeast Campus
2100 Southeast Parkway
Arlington, TX 76018-3144
Department Chair:
Jamie Perrin
(817) 515-3056
[email protected]
www.tccd.edu
Temple College
2600 South First Street
Temple, TX 76504-7435
Department Chair:
Pamela Lee
(254) 298-8521
[email protected]
www.templejc.edu
Texas A&M International
University
5201 University Boulevard
Laredo, TX 78041-1920
Dir. of Fitness & Sports:
Dr. Diana Linn
(956) 326-2677
[email protected]
www.tamiu.edu
Texas A&M University
158H Read Building
TAMU 4243
College Station, TX 77843-4243
Department Chair:
Dr. Richard Kreider
(979) 845-1333
[email protected]
www.tamu.edu
Texas A&M University Commerce
PO Box 3011
Commerce, TX 75429
Department Chair (Interim):
Tara Tietjen-Smith
(903) 468-8196
[email protected]
www.tamu-commerce.edu
Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Drive
Corpus Christi, Texas 78412
Department Chair:
Dr. Richard Ricard
(361) 825-3725
[email protected]
www.tamucc.edu
Texas A&M University Galveston
PO Box 1675
Galveston, TX 77553-1675
Dir. of Physical Education:
Jan Baldwin
(409) 740-4821
[email protected]
www.tamug.edu
Texas A&M University –
Kingsville
MSC 198 700 University Blvd.
Kingsville, TX 78363
Department Chair:
Dr. Chris Hearon
(361) 593-3048
[email protected]
www.tamuk.edu
Texas State University
Jowers Center - 601 University
San Marcos, TX 78666
Department Chair:
Dr. Duane V. Knudson
(512) 245-2561
[email protected]
www.txstate.edu
Texas A&M University –
Texarkana
7101 University Avenue
Texarkana, TX 75503
Director of Athletics:
Michael Galvan
(903) 223-3013
[email protected]
www.txwes.edu
Texas Wesleyan University
1201 Wesleyan Street
Fort Worth, TX 76105
Director of Athletics:
Dr. Pamela D. Rast
(817) 531-4876
[email protected]
www.txwes.edu
Texas A&M University – San
Antonio
One University Way
San Antonio, TX 78224
Department Chair:
Suzanne D. Mudge
(210) 784-2531
[email protected]
Texas Christian University
PO Box 297730
Fort Worth, TX 76129-0001
Department Chair:
Dr. Joel Mitchell
(817) 257-7665
[email protected]
www.tcu.edu
Texas Lutheran University
1000 West Court Street
Seguin, TX 78155-5978
Department Chair:
Dr. James E. Newberry
(830) 372-8123
[email protected]
www.tlu.edu
Texas Southern University
5301 Blythewood Street
Houston, TX 77021-1602
Interim Department Chair:
Dr. Dwalah Fisher
(713) 313-7272
[email protected]
www.tsu.edu
Texas Tech University
Exercise Sciences Center
HESS, Box 43011
Lubbock, TX 79409-3011
Department Chair:
Dr. Angela Lumpkin
(806) 742-3371
[email protected]
www.ttu.edu
Texas Woman’s University
Department of Dance
PO Box 425708
Denton, TX 76204
Department Chair:
Mary Williford-Shade
(940) 898-2082
[email protected]
www.twu.edu
Texas Woman’s University
Department of Health Studies
P.O. Box 425499
Denton, TX 76204-5499
Department Chair:
Dr. Gay James
(940) 898-2860
[email protected]
www.twu.edu
Texas Woman’s University
Department of Kinesiology
P. O. Box 425647
Denton, TX 76204-5647
Department Chair:
Dr. Charlotte (Barney) Sanborn
(940) 898-2576
[email protected]
www.twu.edu
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Trinity University
One Trinity Place
San Antonio, TX 78212-7200
Director of Athletics:
Bob King
(210) 999-8237
[email protected]
www.trinity.edu
Trinity Valley Community
College
100 Cardinal Drive
Athens, TX 75751-3243
Kinesiology Division
Chairperson:
Guy Furr
(903) 675-6226
[email protected]
www.tvcc.edu
Tyler Junior College
PO Box 9020
Tyler, TX 75711-9020
Co-Department Chair:
Roland Schick
(903) 510-2553
[email protected]
www.tjc.edu
University of Dallas
1845 East Northgate
Irving, TX 75062-9991
Athletic Director:
Dick L. Strockbine
(972) 721-5207
[email protected]
www.udallas.edu
University of Houston
104 Garrison Gym
Houston, TX 77204-0001
Department Chair:
Dr. Charles S. Layne
(713) 743-9868
[email protected]
www.uh.edu
University of Houston Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Boulevard
Houston, TX 77058-1002
Department Chair:
Terry L. Dupler
(281) 283-3389
[email protected]
www.uhcl.edu
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University of Mary
Hardin-Baylor
PO Box 8010
Belton, TX 76513
Department Chair:
Dr. Cliffa Foster
(254) 295-4610
[email protected]
www.umhb.edu
University of North Texas
Dept. of Dance & Theatre
PO Box 310607
Denton, TX 76203-0607
Department Chair:
Dr. Lorenzo Garcia
(940) 565-2446
[email protected]
www.unt.edu
University of North Texas
Kinesiology Department
P.O. Box 310769
Denton, TX 76203-1337
Department Chair:
Dr. Allen Jackson
(940) 565-2651
[email protected]
www.unt.edu
University of St. Thomas
3800 Montrose Boulevard
Houston, TX 77006-4626
Department Chair:
Bridget A. Duoos
(651) 962-5909
[email protected]
www.stthorm.edu
University of Texas –
Arlington
Department of Kinesiology
Box 19259
Arlington, TX 76019
Department Chair:
Dr. A. Louise Fincher
(817) 272-3107
[email protected]
www.uta.edu
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University of Texas - Austin
Department of Kinesiology &
Health Education
Belmont Hall 222
Austin, TX 78712
Department Chair (Interim):
Dr. John Bartholomew
(512) 232-6021
[email protected]
www.utexas.edu
University of Texas - San
Antonio
6900 N Loop 410 West
San Antonio, TX 78249-0601
Department Chair:
Dr. Wan Xiang Yao
(210) 458-5650
[email protected]
www.utsa.edu
University of Texas - Tyler
3900 University Boulevard
Tyler, TX 75799-0001
Department Interim Chair:
Dr. David Criswell
(903) 566-7178
[email protected]
www.uttyler.edu
University of Texas Brownsville/Texas
Southernmost College
80 Fort Brown
Brownsville, TX 78520
Department Chair:
Dr. Christopher Ledingham
(956) 882-5756
[email protected] University of the
www.utb.edu
Incarnate Word
4301 Broadway
University of Texas - El Paso San Antonio, TX 78209
Department Chair:
500 West University Ave.
El Paso, TX 79968
Dr. William Carleton
Department Chair:
(210) 829-3966
Dr. David K. Wittenbury
[email protected]
(915) 747-7208
www.uiw.edu
[email protected]
www.utep.edu
Vernon College
4400 College Drive
University of Texas - Pan
Vernon, TX 76384-4005
American
Athletic Director:
1201 W University Drive
John B. Hardin, III
Edinburg, TX 78539-2999
(940) 552-6291 ext.2250
Department Interim Chair:
[email protected]
Dr. Lin Wang
www.vernoncollege.edu
(956) 665-3505
[email protected]
Victoria College
2200 East Red River
www.utpa.edu
Victoria, TX 77901-4494
University of Texas Department Chair:
Permian Basin
Bill H. Byers
4901 East University Boulevard (361) 573-3291 ext. 3271
Odessa, TX 79762
[email protected]
Department Chair:
www.victoriacollege.edu
Dr. James Eldridge
(432) 552-2331
Wayland Baptist University
[email protected]
Wayland Baptist University
www.utpb.edu
1900 West 7th Street
Plainview, TX 79072-1513
Athletic Director:
Rick Cooper
(806) 291-3801
[email protected]
www.wbu.edu
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Weatherford College
225 College Park Drive
Weatherford, TX 76086-5560
Assistant Athletic Director:
Jeff Lightfoot
(817) 598-6353
[email protected]
www.wc.edu
West Texas A&M University
WTAMU Box 60216
Canyon, TX 79016-0001
Department Chair:
Lorna Strong
(806) 651-2382
[email protected]
www.wtamu.edu
Western Texas College
6200 College Avenue
Snyder, TX 79549-6189
Athletic Director:
Tammy Davis
(325) 574-7695
[email protected]
www.wtc.edu
Wharton County Junior
College
911 Boling Highway
Wharton, TX 77488-3252
Department Chair:
Gene Bahnsen
(979) 532-6369
[email protected]
www.wcjc.edu
Wiley College
711 Wiley Avenue
Marshall, TX 75670-5199
Athletic Director:
Janet Eaton
(903) 927-3293
[email protected]
www.wileyc.edu
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State Board of Education (SBOE)
District 1
Martha M. Dominguez
P.O. Box 960543
El Paso, TX 79996
(915) 373-3563
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
District 2
Ruben Cortez, Jr.
735 Habana St.
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 639-9171
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
District 3
Marisa B. Perez (D)
P.O. Box 276406
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 317-4651
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
District 4
Lawrence A. Allen, Jr.
2130 Vermillion Oak St.
Fresno, Texas 77545
(713) 203-1355
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
District 5
Ken Mercer
P.O. Box 781301
San Antonio, TX 78278-1301
(512) 463-9007
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
District 6
Donna Bahorich
P.O. Box 79842
Houston, TX 77279
(832) 303-9091
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
District 7
David Bradley
2165 North Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 835-3808
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
District 8
Barbara Cargill, Chair
61 W. Wedgemere Circle
The Woodlands, TX 77381
(512) 463-9007
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
District 9
Thomas Ratliff, Vice Chair
P.O. Box 232
Mount Pleasant, TX 75456
(903) 717-1190
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
District 10
Tom Maynard
P.O. Box 2885
Georgetown, TX 78627
(512) 763-2801
(512) 532-9517
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
District 11
Patricia Hardy
900 North Elm
Weatherford, TX 76086
(817) 598-2968
Fax: (817) 598-2833
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
District 12
Geraldine "Tincy" Miller (R)
1100 Providence Tower West
5001 Spring Valley Road
Dallas, TX 75244-3910
(972) 419-4000
Fax: (214) 522-8560
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
District 13
Erika Beltran
P.O. Box 601523
Dallas, TX 75360
(650) 269-8544
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
District 14
Sue Melton-Malone
101 Brewster
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 749-0415
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
District 15
Marty Rowley
P.O. Box 2129
Amarillo, TX 79105
(806) 373-6278
Fax: (806) 220-2812
[email protected]
Term: January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
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SBEC
State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC)
Brad W. Allard Teacher, Burleson ISD
Term Expires: February 1, 2015
Jill Harrison Druesedow Teacher, Haskell CISD
Term Expires: February 1, 2019
Sandra Bridges Teacher, Rockwall ISD
Term Expires: February 1, 2019
Susan Simpson Hull, Ph.D.,
Superintendent, Grand Prairie ISD
Term Expires: February 1, 2017
Laurie Bricker
Citizen, Houston
Term Expires: February 1, 2019
Dawn Buckingham
Citizen, Lakeway
Term Expires: February 1, 2019
Bonny L. Cain, Ed D., Board Chair
Superintendent, Waco ISD
Term Expires: February 1, 2015
Kathryn Everest Counselor, Fort Worth ISD
Term Expires: February 1, 2015
Grant W. Simpson, Ph.D.
Dean, St. Edward’s University
Term Expires: February 1, 2017 Leon Leal
Citizen, Grapevine
Term Expires: February 1, 2017
For Certification or Testing questions
please call (512) 936-8400
Judy Loredo, Ph.D.
Higher Education Coordinating Board
Representative
Suzanne McCall
Teacher, Slaton ISD
Term Expires: February 1, 2017
Texas Education Agency (TEA)
Curriculum
William “Barney” Fudge
(512) 463-9581
[email protected]
General Contact Information:
Texas Education Agency
1701 N. Congress Avenue
Austin, Texas, 78701
(512) 463-9734
www.tea.state.tx.us
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Judy Robison
Citizen, El Paso
Term Expires: February 1, 2015
Correspondence to:
State Board for Educator Certification
[email protected]
or (512) 936-9831
The Higher Education
Coordinating Board
Representative
Rex Peebles, Ph.D., assistant
commissioner of P-16 Initiatives.
Texas Education Agency
Representative
Michael Berry, deputy commissioner
of Policy and Programs.
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Regional Education Service Centers
Region I ESC
Clara Cáceres Contreras, M.Ed.,
1900 West Schunior
Edinburg, Texas 78539
(956) 984-6125
Fax: (956) 984-7631
[email protected]
Region II ESC
Jessica Gutierrez
209 North Water Street
Corpus Christi, Texas 78401
(361) 561-8578
Fax: (361) 883-3442
[email protected]
Region III ESC
Tonia Rozner
1905 Leary Lane
Victoria, Texas 77901
(361) 573-0731
Fax: (361) 576-4804
[email protected]
Region IV ESC
Charley Kennington
7145 West Tidwell
Houston, Texas 77092
(713) 744-6362
Fax: (713) 744-2731
[email protected]
Region V ESC
Concetta Rollins
Edison Plaza, 350 Pine Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 951-1876
Fax: (409) 833-9755
[email protected]
Region VI ESC
Deneen Carter
3332 Montgomery Road
Huntsville, Texas 77340
(936) 435-8400
Fax: (936) 435-8476
[email protected]
Region VII ESC
Sherri Wright
1909 North Longview Street
Kilgore, Texas 75662
(903) 988-6809
Fax: (903) 988-6860
[email protected]
Region VIII ESC
Lee Gill & Niki Jones
P.O. Box 1894
4845 US Hwy 271 N., Pittsburg 75686
Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75456
(903) 572-2672 or (903) 575-2785
Fax: (903) 575-2712
[email protected] or [email protected]
Region XIV ESC
Susan Graham
1850 Highway 351
Abilene, Texas 79601
(325) 675-8612
Fax: (325) 675-8659
[email protected]
Region X ESC
Natosha Scott
P.O. Box 831300
400 E. Spring Valley Road
Richardson, Texas 75083-1300
(972) 348-1398
Fax: (972) 348-1195
[email protected]
Region XVI ESC
JoAnn Eudy, RN, BSN
5800 Bell Street
Amarillo, Texas 79109
(806) 677-5143
Fax: (806) 677-5001
[email protected]
Region IX ESC
Travis Neville
301 Loop 11
Wichita Falls, Texas 76306
(940) 322-6928
Fax: (940) 767-3836
[email protected]
Region XI ESC
Keela McGraw
1451 S. Cherry Lane
White Settlement, TX 76108
(817) 740-7526
Fax: (817) 740-3622
[email protected]
Region XII ESC
Kandace Beckham
2101 West Loop 340
Waco, Texas 76712
(254) 297-1137
Fax: (254) 666-0823
[email protected]
Region XIII ESC
Cheryl Myers
5701 Springdale Road
Austin, Texas 78723
(512) 919-5462
Fax: (512) 919-5430
[email protected]
Region XV ESC
Robyn Tucker, R.N.
P.O. Box 5199
612 S. Irene 76903
San Angelo, Texas 76902
(325) 481-4030
Fax: (325) 658-6571
[email protected]
Region XVII ESC
Tricia Hays
1111 West Loop 289
Lubbock, Texas 79416
(806) 281-5835
Fax: (806) 799-8630
[email protected]
Region XVIII ESC
Jamye Swinford
2811 Laforce Boulevard
Midland, Texas 79706
(432) 561-4350
Fax: (432) 567-3290
[email protected]
Region XIX ESC
Ivonne Palomino
6611 Boeing
El Paso, Texas 79925
(915) 780-5325
Fax: (915) 780-6537
Region XX ESC
Mandy Tyler, M.Ed., RD/LD
1314 Hines Avenue
San Antonio, Texas 78208
(210) 370-5493
Fax: (210) 370-5754
[email protected]
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SHAPE America
Southern District SHAPE America Board of Directors
Executive Director
Donna Dunaway
H: 205-221-1554
F: 205-726-2607
[email protected]
SHAPE America District
Representative
Milton Wilder
[email protected]
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