Resources for Future Professionals

You are starting your career at a crucial time. You’ll be shaping a future where all schools have well-designed health and physical education programs, and 60 minutes of daily physical activity is the new norm.

Surround yourself with a network of dedicated educators who can provide career support. SHAPE America can help … through our Career Center, networking opportunities, and much more!

Join SHAPE America … and Get Involved!

As a student member of SHAPE America, you’ll have opportunities to meet experienced educators, build confidence, and develop your leadership skills. The relationships you build today can have a lasting impact throughout your career!

Take the first step by joining the SHAPE America Student SIG and marking your calendar to attend the 2026 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo!

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Engage in the profession

Join or renew your membership in SHAPE America - Society of Health and Physical Educators
Learn more about SHAPE America’s health. moves. minds.^®, powered by Booster — and how to raise funds for your HPE Club or a K-12 school in your community!
Get involved with advocacy efforts to garner local, state and national legislative support for health and physical education
Check out the Student Center section of our Career Center for resources relating to scholarships, undergraduate/graduate student award opportunities, and more

Understand your role in health and physical education

Read SHAPE America's Momentum magazine and award-winning journals…
Familiarize yourself with the new SHAPE America National Physical Education Standards and National Health Education Standards
Browse the SHAPE America Catalog for a wide range of standards-based resources

Commit to lifelong learning

Take advantage of student discounts for professional development opportunities, including the National Convention & Expo
View webinars that teach best-practices in curriculum and instruction
Subscribe to the SHAPE America Blog to get HPE teacher tips and insights delivered right to your inbox

Whatʼs Your Role?

From Our Blog

Fitness Through Play: How to Reimagine Physical Education for Lifelong Wellness

Why All Physical Education Teachers Need an Adapted PE Bucket

How Professional Associations Have Made Me a Better Health and Physical Education Teacher and Leader

5 Strategies for Using the National Physical Education Standards … and the Benefits of Being a Standards-Based PE Teacher

Using the National Health Education Standards and Other Important Elements to Guide Your Teaching in Health Ed

Resources for Future Professionals

Join SHAPE America … and Get Involved!

Here's How To...

Whatʼs Your Role?

From Our Blog

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