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Membership Benefits
We are a professional organization committed to the quality and promotion of health education, physical education, recreation and dance programs throughout the State of New York. Our members are directors of health, physical education and athletics; health and physical education teachers; recreation and dance professionals; college professors and future professionals.
We provide professional development opportunities through statewide and local zone conferences, as well as, virtual opportunities and our NYS AHPERD Learning Series. We also provide technical assistance related to regulations, recommendations, and resources.
NYS AHPERD offers an annual General Liability Insurance program that covers current members in their workplace and for job-related activities outside the workplace. Current members have a $1,000,000 general liability insurance policy, administered by Loomis & Lapann Inc.
Our advocacy initiatives add a powerful voice to keep health, physical education, recreation and dance programs as part of every child's education. The association leadership organizes advocacy initiatives with members of the Board of Regents, the Commissioner of Education, our Legislative Representatives and the Governor.
The NYS AHPERD Foundation, along with several Zones, offer annual grant opportunities exclusively to NYS AHPERD members. Grants are available to purchase equipment, expand curriclum offerings, and develop or broaden innovative programs for students.
Teachers need 100 CTLE hours every five years to maintain their teaching certifications. NYS AHPERD is certified by the State Education Department to provide these hours. Processing of CTLE hours is free for members.
Mentorship in education is a powerful tool for growth and collaboration. Experienced educators provide guidance, share classroom strategies and offer support to assist new teachers build confidence or experienced teachers to take the next steps in their career. Members can be a mentor or request a mentor at any time.