This session introduces practical tools and teaching strategies to support multilingual learners in physical education. Participants will engage with examples of visual supports, movement-based instruction, and inclusive communication strategies that help multilingual students access learning and feel a sense of belonging in PE.
Sheyla Martinez is a physical education lecturer at SUNY Brockport, where she teaches courses in physical education and adapted physical education. She has more than 10 years of experience in the field, including five years teaching in Colorado. She is also a doctoral candidate whose... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 8:55am - 10:05am MDT Classroom 3
This session explores effective language acquisition strategies tailored for the physical education environment to support our emergent multilingual learners (EMLs). With movement-rich settings offering a natural context for language development, PE teachers are uniquely positioned to reinforce both academic and social language. Participants will learn practical, low-prep strategies that integrate physical activity with intentional language supports -- such as visual cues, structured routines, modeling, and student talk opportunities. The session will highlight how aligning instruction with content and language objectives not only boosts engagement but also creates a more inclusive and equitable learning experience. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use tools that foster comprehension, participation, and confidence for EMLs, without sacrificing the integrity of their PE program. Whether you're new to supporting multilingual learners or looking to enhance your current practices, this session provides actionable approaches that make language acquisition a natural part of every PE class.
Jennifer Rushin is a K–12 Instructional Specialist for Physical Education with Montgomery County Public Schools in Rockville, Maryland. With 24 years in education, she spent 12 years teaching elementary math before transitioning into physical education, where she has worked for... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:35am - 11:45am MDT Classroom 3
Talentlockr helps coaches easily measure and track and develop student athlete performance through accessible powered AI technology. Our real time dashboard gives coaches an easy way to monitor performance data and pinpoint strengths and weaknesses in core fitness fundamentals.
