Leading Healthy Schools: Improving Student Engagement with Physical Activity
Part of 2026 SHAPE America National Convention & ExpoPresented by Gaddis Thompson, Kaitlyn, & Foster, Laura
Wednesday 18 March 2026·3:15 pm
Moving bodies, engaged brains! Join Kansas City Principal, Laura Foster, as she shares why and how she is leading teachers at her elementary school to incorporate physical activity across the school day. Hear the impact this change has had on student and teacher perception and make bring back ideas to your school.
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