Session Description

Can movement really boost student achievement? What does research say? Have you noticed anything different in your students during lessons (or with yourself in PD) when they 'sit & get' versus when they 'move & groove' ? What obstacles should be considered as you begin to add movement to your lessons? - logistics, time, space, age appropriateness, content relevancy What strategies for movement will you try to implement in your classroom? - chunk lessons, add brain breaks, take class outside, incorporate music/dance where appropriate By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the significance of connecting movement to learning
2. Acknowledge at least 3 movement ideas you will try in your classroom
3. Incorporate a movement strategy to connect learning within the first week of school