Introduction
Welcome to my showcase page. This page is a collection of my skills and abilities acquired through the MAED (Masters in Education) program at Michigan State University. Here, I have resources for both physical education teachers and athletic directors. I did so because despite having a passion for phys. ed, my experiences and skills have evolved into more leadership roles in my district the past few years. Here I hope this showcase can be a valuable resource to both roles. Click on the title of each showcase to access the document. It is split between PE and AD (athletic director).
01 (PE)
For my EAP (Emergency Action Plan) slideshow, I created a presentation that is tailored to the needs of physical education teachers. This slideshow covered site risk analysis, potential hazards, preventive measures, and monitoring and evaluation. This slideshow is a valuable skill I learned to review their own EAP or develop a new one.
02 (PE)
Physical education teachers are responsible for teaching their students how to perform exercises such as squats safely and effective. While this brochure is specifically tailored towards the anatomy of the squat and its mechanisms of injury, brochures of other exercises exist as a resource. Physical education teachers can not only use the information to review information but they can also distribute them to students as well. Skill learned is creating brochures and materials to give a visual.
03 (PE)
Physical education teachers have the opportunity to advocate for their profession. Here I wrote a letter to MLive about underreporting concussions due to our culture of playing through pain and the racial and gender disparities in knowledge of concussions. This letter can help physical education teachers read into the dangers of underreporting concussions and the importance of creating a culture of safety. Skill learned is writing letters and advocating for your profession.
04 (AD)
Positive Youth Development (PYD) are designed to promote development among youths by focusing on their strengths and assets. In this presentation, I discussed how to effectively develop a PYD in a city setting. Topics covered included program structure, developmental assets, and training coaches. Skill learned is finding resources.
05 (AD)
Evaluations are essential to improving school programs. In this scenario I take the role of an administrator/athletic director on evaluating coaches on their implementation on positive youth development. Using a logic model, coaches are expected to meet the visions of the mission statement. Skill learned is how to evaluate coaches and students to better fit the vision of the program.
06 (AD)
Assuming the role of athletic director, I designed a month-by-month “gameplan” for risk management. In this gameplan, I identified, assessed, and mitigated risks associated with athletic programs. This helps protect not only yourself in this role, but your staff, athletes, and school. Skill learned is thinking big picture and creating a step by step procedure to follow.
07 (AD)
It is important to know laws in education and sports to protect all those involved. Examined here is Kleinknecht v. Gettysburg College where I dissected a case study of a student who suffered through cardiac arrest during practice. By understanding the responsibilities of schools, administrators and athletic directors can mitigate any complications. Skill learned is being able to navigate through complex laws in sports.
08 (AD)
In this paper I discuss what budgeting is and it’s significance. I also share my experiences and what I learned. I hope this can help educators and stakeholders be mindful of allocation to better meet the needs of students. Skill learned is using Excel.
