#espechat Archive


Tuesday February 19, 2019
8:00 PM EST

  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Good evening! Welcome to tonight's #espechat. My name is Dan & I'll be your moderator for tonight's topic - "How to Fund Your PE Program." Just a reminder that we will use the Q1/A1 format tonight & be sure to use the hashtag #espechat for all your replies.
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Before we dive into the questions. Let's see who's here. What's your name? Where are you from? Whatcha teach? How are you doing tonight? #espechat
  • CoachWilliamsPE Feb 19 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Crystal from TN and I teach Preschool-5th grade PE #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Like I said, I'm Dan from Indy. I teach grades K-8 PE & I'm energized to be here with you all tonight. #espechat
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hey #espechat. Ginger, from Alabama. I teach K-5 #physed.
  • Mr_C_PE Feb 19 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hey #ESPEChat fam! Thanks for moderating @BigTennPhysEd! Ross from Central MD here. I’ll be in and out tonight.
  • ILESPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Jimmy from va beach. I teach K-5. I’ll be in and out tonight. #espechat
  • Lovettsvillepe Feb 19 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hugh Brockway, Loudoun County, VA I teach K-5 PE with @MrLosePE and @WaterfordPE #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd, @MrLosePE, @WaterfordPE
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hey hey Coach! Thanks for joining in. #espechat
    In reply to @CoachWilliamsPE
  • PerkettPE Feb 19 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Jason from ND...in and out tonight. I teach K-5 #PhysEd #espechat
  • ElemPE1 Feb 19 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Kyle Bragg, k-5 PE, from Scottsdale, AZ! #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • MrBiehlsPE Feb 19 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Derrick Biehl K-5 PE from Naperville IL! Last week was a tough one for me. I'm glad to be back, and ready for some #espechat
  • EvansTekye Feb 19 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Tekye Evans from Salisbury University and I am a student. I’m doing great #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • CoachFoe Feb 19 @ 8:04 PM EST
    #espechat Howdy @BigTennPhysEd Mark from IL checking in.
  • jbarrype Feb 19 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi #espechat I'm Jim from eastern Maryland
  • abh199600 Feb 19 @ 8:05 PM EST
    My name is Ashton Hawkins. I am currently still in college in my senior year I will graduate fall 2019. I am an English major I plan to be an English teacher and basketball coach. #espechat #sp19EDFB4338
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Thanks for joining us, Ashton. Awesome to have some other education disciplines represented here. #espechat
    In reply to @abh199600
  • JPrincePhysed Feb 19 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Jaryd Prince, Clinton, IA, K-5 Health and P.E. I am rolling some bowling balls and tuning into some great physed related conversation. #espechat
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Cassie here from IN. MS Health/PE for 19 yrs. #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Thanks everyone for taking time from your busy lives to be here. Let's get rolling. Q1 #espechat
  • ZgadwillP Feb 19 @ 8:07 PM EST
    #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • CoachFoe Feb 19 @ 8:09 PM EST
    #espechat A1 My whole career it was a battle.
  • MrBiehlsPE Feb 19 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1) I get $250 per year, but my PTA is amazing! They help with Field Day and projects as well. I'm definitely interested to see what others budgets are...#espechat
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1 Mine is GREAT for consumable items. It’s 0 for items that aren’t “used up” within a few years. Dan, you now I don’t gif/meme so here’s my effort. 👍🏻👎🏻 #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • ElemPE1 Feb 19 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Q1) 350/year. Very blessed to have plenty of equipment. However, just like kids playing with the cardboard box instead of toys, I'm playing with cheap noodles instead of expensive items 👍 #espechat
  • PerkettPE Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1) I have never actually seen or been told what my budget is. I feel like I am pretty lucky when it becomes to money and budgeting. If I can justify why I want something I can typically get get it...which I know is rare so I feel blessed in that capacity. #espechat
  • abh199600 Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    From being a college athlete here at my university and talking to my coach ours is LOW but even from high school athletes it was very low #espechat #Sp19EDFB4338
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • Lovettsvillepe Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 - My district provides $300-$400 per school year. My PTO provides and additional $900 for PE supplies/needs and an additional $400 specifically for Recess Run incentives. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • JPrincePhysed Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1) I am an annual budget of $650.00 #espechat
  • Hunter40672601 Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Hunter gilmore, P.E major at Salisbury, doing good, coach lacrosse #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 I've been blessed to have supportive admin during my career. I've never had a set budget, which means I get a lot of yeses, but also a lot of nos. Doesn't always make sense. #espechat
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: We get roughly $450 from state, per teacher (we have 2 #physed Ts). Plus we usually profit around $1500 from Field Day. PTO usually provides about $100-$150 per teacher. And grant money.... #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Interesting. Even in a state with mandatory daily PE. Wow! #espechat
    In reply to @CoachFoe
  • DustinBerkey Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Gotta make the budget last. #espechat
    In reply to @ElemPE1
  • physedreview Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Reporting for duty #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    That's usually where I fall, too. #espechat
    In reply to @PerkettPE
  • Mr_C_PE Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Good to see my alma mater @SalisburyU showing up STRONG for tonight’s #espechat! @mrzphyzed @DustinBerkey
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:13 PM EST
    That's a pretty nice total there. #espechat
    In reply to @Lovettsvillepe
  • MrThomp82893929 Feb 19 @ 8:13 PM EST
    My name is Robert Thompson III and I am currently a freshamn at Salisbury University aspiring to be a future phys ed educator #espechat
  • CoachWilliamsPE Feb 19 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1 We get $250 a yr but we can ask our district leads for PE or our principals for things. We can also write a grant for our school's town education foundation #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Question 2 warming up... #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:14 PM EST
    That's wonderful that you have that ability to seek more funding. Keep that in mind for later... #espechat
    In reply to @CoachWilliamsPE
  • rich_wiles - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Rich from the Chesapeake Bay. Thanks for moderating @BigTennPhysEd #espechat
  • HBE_PE_Dept Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Chris Concepcion, El Paso, TX. I teach K-5. #espechat
  • SaraWoodPE Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Sara Wood in NYC #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Just want to make a correction to an earlier tweet. I know IL no longer has daily PE mandate, but it used to, which is why it is disappointing that there would be no $ for it. #espechat
  • rich_wiles - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1. About 866 dollars this year #espechat About 2 dollars per student. PTA also has a line item of 400 dollars and 400 for recess each year.
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Q2 A goal that is written down is more likely to be achieved, therefore... #espechat
  • JrV4Victory Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Victor from Virginia Teaching PE & Health in 3 Elementary Schools in Arlington K-5! Doing fantastic, just got back from a 2 mile run and ready to dive in!!! #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • SaraWoodPE Feb 19 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A1 I don’t have a defined yearly budget #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • Mr_C_PE Feb 19 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Good to see my alma mater @SalisburyU showing up STRONG for tonight’s #espechat! @ZgadwillP @DustinBerkey #phed135
  • rich_wiles - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2. Five dollars per student each year. Would be nice Number for Equipment and materials. #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Welcome to all those who just joined us. #espechat
  • Mr_C_PE Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A1) we have per pupil funding. Big school = more money. Our budget this year is around $1400 #espechat
  • physedreview Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: If I could get roughly $1,500 that would be perfect. At this point at my school I’ve accumulated enough basics and now I’m replacing and/or buying something new each year. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    That would be nice. #espechat
    In reply to @rich_wiles
  • JPrincePhysed Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2) I would love flexibility. I would like to present what I would find useful and within reason to improve my program and have my principal approve it. Not an exact number. #espechat
  • SaraWoodPE Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1 NYC DOE does provide each teacher with $250 tho #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • MrBiehlsPE Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2) Realistically I would like 400. Equipment is expensive, and I could get more accomplished if I had a class where all 60 Ss had their own equipment. I'm DEFINITELY HAPPY with what I have, but simple things like foam paddles are 60$ for 6...it gets outrageous #espechat
  • DustinBerkey Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    ThankS @Mr_C_PE looking forward to this!!! #espechat #phed135
    In reply to @Mr_C_PE, @SalisburyU, @ZgadwillP, @Mr_C_PE
  • CoachWilliamsPE Feb 19 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2 I think I like to be able to request items instead of being on a budget. Most of the time my requested items cost more than what I would get from a budget. #tech items #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • JrV4Victory Feb 19 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A1) I would like to be able to request items that I think are needed then having a fixed budget #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:22 PM EST
    The thing about not having a budget is that sometimes the answers make no sense. I once got approved for a $10k climbing wall through the PTO, but I later got denied $200 for basketballs. Gotta know the rules I'm playing with. #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Question 3 is right around the corner. Great perspectives everyone. #espechat
  • PerkettPE Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2) Realistically I would like about $3-5,000 a year, which I know sounds high to many of you here but that would include recess and probably would not all be used every year. Have to conscider space as well. #espechat
  • CoachFoe Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    #espechat A2 I don't know what a reasonable $$ amount would be. IMO I would want the same amount as all other areas. If that is a set amount or a per pupil amount, I feel it should be equitable. My class is just as important as Math, Science, LA, etc
  • SaraWoodPE Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2 when you’re allocated a certain amount of money it can be hard to decide what is most important #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • Chris_WalkerSU Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • JrV4Victory Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A1 Being in 3 schools not too sure what the budget is! What I know is that they usually can ask and get for what they need in the school #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    PREACH!! #espechat
    In reply to @CoachFoe
  • MsKsoccernut24 Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Lara Cox from AZ. I teach K-5 PE. Trying to catch up A1 No set budget but PTO is very willing to help out when needed A2 enough to maintain what we have and then a little to purchase something new each year #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:24 PM EST
    It is high, but it goes fast, like someone else said earlier. And, if you do it right, it would last a long time. So it's not unreasonable. #espechat
    In reply to @PerkettPE
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Q3 There are a lot of grants out there, but the process can seem daunting to find them, write a good one, etc. My questions is... #espechat
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Why would it include recess? Educate me how things are different in your situation..... #espechat
    In reply to @PerkettPE
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:25 PM EST
    I've heard teachers in AZ say budgets can be very, very tight. Is that common? #espechat
    In reply to @MsKsoccernut24
  • Chris_WalkerSU Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Chris student at salisbury.👍 #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • prism1226 Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    #espechat I was pleasantly surprised to learn today that items I asked our Special Education director to purchase to use with our special education population and their inclusive classes, was approved. That was a great help in the “budget battles”.
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • ElemPE1 Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3) Talk to @KymmBallard, the grant queen. Enough said. @SHAPE_America #physed #espechat
  • HBE_PE_Dept Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A1) I don’t have a problem with budget as long as I can justify my purchases. #espechat
  • SaraWoodPE Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3 NYC DOE Office of School Wellness programs offers $1000 grant to schools with a wellness council. I got that last year and was able to fill n so much of what was missing from my closet #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • JPrincePhysed Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3) I find my grant opportunities through non for profits. I feel I have been pretty blessed to bring some quality equipment to Jefferson through grants. My tip is to have a certain purpose, don’t just write for general equipment. #espechat
  • rich_wiles - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3. Don’t qualify for many grants, local businesses, and partnerships #espechat
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3 I seem to have had most success from businesses, sports teams, and health-focused programs like @FUTP60 and @Act4HlthyKids #espechat
  • CoachWilliamsPE Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3 It seems equipment grants. Cupstacking, lacrosse equipment, etc #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • MsKsoccernut24 Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3) I haven't written too many but the ones I did have been with the associations themselves (ex:US Tennis Assoc. and Lacrosse) #espechat
  • physedreview Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: All Of The Above. I’ve written grants funded by state organizations, local education programs, etc. Write grants, that’s the point. The more you write, the more you have a chance to score some. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • SaraWoodPE Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3 when writing a grant, explain how it will help your students, their future, their families, and your community. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • jhohnke20 Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Joel from MI. Joining late. A1 We get 300 from PTO but that doesn’t go too far. A2 Id like money as i need it in a dream world #espechat
  • DustinBerkey Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    I believe that schools whether they are elementary, intermediate, middle school, or even high school should have somewhere between $400-500 to spend on equipment that needs fixing. #espechat #PHED135
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • abh199600 Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3 I have no answer for this one since I am still in college but I’d love to hear how you all do so I know what to do in my years coming as a teacher. What sources do you all use? #espechat #sp19EDFB4338
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • jbarrype Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    #espechat Q3 I found local non-profits with health goals were a great place to submit local grants about $500 dollars; also state associations have grants and then you present or write an article.
  • MrBiehlsPE Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3) Our District has an Education Foundation grant which is pretty fantastic. I got a new iPad through @DonorsChoose this year and it has been a game changer! Ive been applying every month for a @SpeedStacksInc grant...still hoping to get it 😉 #espechat
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3 I think best tip is to look far in distance, print questions & brainstorm answers for a few days, then organize kind of like persuasive essay... #espechat
  • Chris_WalkerSU Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Fascinating topics! #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • CoachFoe Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    #espechat A3 Good Sports, Action For Healthy Kids are good places to start with. I started writing for small amount grants, to Target, Walmart ($50-$100). I got used to writing grants and the follow up work that is required with grants. Then started venturing out for bigger amts
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: I have found a lot of local hospitals have grant programs that schools can qualify for. Know your data points, and show how it will positively impact your school and the community. How can you involve parents, community partners, etc. They need to show their impact. #espechat
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: I am constantly on the search and constantly writing. Here are my top 9 tips: #espechat
  • jhohnke20 Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3 We have our district grant foundation. Not asking for too much and why it benefits students are helpful for me. #espechat
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3... explain the problem/need, paint a picture of outcomes you desire for students, call to action (what you’re asking for) #espechat
  • SaraWoodPE Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
    I’ve been using amazon and other retailers if the pricing is cheaper. I want to use PE retailers but it doesn’t always fit #espechat
    In reply to @PerkettPE, @BigTennPhysEd
  • HBE_PE_Dept Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A2) I am actually good with being able to ask for what I need vs having a fixed budget. #espechat
  • Lovettsvillepe Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    I agree with @Brooks01CL @FUTP60 (Up to $4000/year) is fantastic. They have also done many @AdCapYOUth innovation challenges for students to win for their school. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd, @Brooks01CL, @FUTP60, @AdCapYOUth
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Those are great tips. Thanks for sharing! #espechat
    In reply to @GingerAaron
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Interesting..... #espechat
    In reply to @PerkettPE
  • PhysEdFreak Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3) I’ve been successful in finding local non-profit organizations that link up with Donor’s Choose to provide funding for our entire school. Essentially this earmark money and anyone at my school can submit projects. It’s been a godsend! #espechat
  • Mr_C_PE Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3) Look outside the #physed world. If you apply for typical #physed equipment for #physed specific grants, you are white noise. Think outside the box. Look to local non-profits and tech-specific grant offerings I’ve gotten $7,000 in grant funding by doing this #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Is there a certain umbrella those organizations fall under? Hospitals, churches, etc.? #espechat
    In reply to @PhysEdFreak
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3: My most successful grant funding has happened when I've connected other academic areas or had program goals that incorporated nutrition, outdoor ed, SEL... #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    HRMs...iPads...now my wheels are turning. Thanks for that, Ross. #espechat
    In reply to @Mr_C_PE
  • Lovettsvillepe Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Having the support of my PTO has taken years of trust and relationship building. Showing that what I spend on directly benefits the most students. #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Question 4 is getting eager to join the fray... #espechat
  • HBE_PE_Dept Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3) This is an area where I would like to grow. Going to take some of the ideas from tonight to help me be successful. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Glad we can help. The first one is always the hardest. Ultimately, you just gotta go for it. #espechat
    In reply to @HBE_PE_Dept
  • Tthack33 Feb 19 @ 8:34 PM EST
    I was turned down for any budget when attending conferences or items I've picked from catalogs. But I have been reimbursed for items I purchased at the Dollar Tree.. gotta use what you've got and be creative!#espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Q4 We may or may not have been Scouts, but I know fundraisers are out there... #espechat
  • PhysEdFreak Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    There is one organization that has a partnership with our school, but I’d imagine there are others #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • Hunter40672601 Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A2, I wouldn’t so much want an exact budget but more so just to be able to get the kids the correct and proper equipment #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • CoachFoe Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    #espechat A3 Also, regarding thinking outside the box, think about in-kind donations for equipment. I was able to get free wgt equip, benches, racks when a baseball facility wanted to add more cages and was selling equip. I asked the owner and he thought it was a good idea.
  • Hunter40672601 Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • AndyPickett7 Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Hi all, Andy from Chicago here. A1) My program budget is $5000/year split between 8 high school PE teachers teaching in weight rooms, pool and a gym. Some years it is plenty, but when big ticket items need replacement/maintaince....not nearly enough. #espechat
  • SaraWoodPE Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4 I have never done any fundraising, other than JRFH and receiving gift certs #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • Hunter40672601 Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A1, the school I’m starting to coach at gives a 500$ budget each year. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    For ex:when I wanted balls for fitness drumming my grant program was 4 movement in the classroom. Ts use the exer balls in their classrooms throughout year &I get them back for my drum unit. Keeps me from having to in/deflate balls & allows them to stay in use all year #espechat
    • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
      A3: My most successful grant funding has happened when I've connected other academic areas or had program goals that incorporated nutrition, outdoor ed, SEL... #espechat
  • DustinBerkey Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A3 I believe that you can find the most successful grants from non-profit organizations that focus primarily on health. They would be more then welcome to help. #espechat #PHED135
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • jhohnke20 Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4 I think it’s tough to throw one more fundraiser at the stakeholders. I still do the AHA one so I find it hard to just keep asking for money. Especially because the rest of the school does it too. #espechat
  • abh199600 Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4 When I was in high school we did a free throw fundraiser where however many free throws you made your family and friends could donate that much that went towards uniforms #espechat #Sp19EDFB4338
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • Hunter40672601 Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4, the fundraising we do is over discounts at a nearby restaurant and we get a percentage of the money the restaurant brings in through the discounts #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • PhysEdFreak Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    This is a huge avenue too! Local businesses like little leagues, bowling alleys, tennis centers, etc might be willing to donate used equipment that would serve its purpose in a PE program! #espechat
    In reply to @CoachFoe
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Brilliant! #espechat
    In reply to @GingerAaron
  • jbarrype Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    #espechat A4) Teachers were not allowed to hold fundraisers so home and school would have to do them. However we were allowed to use donors choose
  • abh199600 Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    What are some fundraisers you all did? #espechat #Sp19EDFB4338
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4: Field Day is my fundraiser. #espechat .
  • JPrincePhysed Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4) This is our first year doing a running club. We will be putting on a mile run/5k in April to raise funds for PTA and physed. Fingers crossed it goes well. #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    That is tough. My hope is that Ts find a way to become part of the overall fundraising picture. Just to get our piece of the pie. #espechat
    In reply to @jhohnke20
  • ChrisFloria2 Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Not sure but i’d love to find out how to help in any way with getting more for the budget! #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • MrBiehlsPE Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Last year I ductaped myself to a wall. $1 = 1 foot of duct tape. This year I'm doing Field Day shirts to go along with our "Welcome to the Jungle" theme. #espechat *pro-tip: put pool noodles behind your knees if you plan to duct tape yourself to a wall...I learned the hard way*
  • HBE_PE_Dept Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4) Fundraising is something that we do well at my campus. I have one major fundraiser that I host per year as well as a few minor ones. I use the most beneficial as my major fundraiser and I experiment with the minor ones to find something new for the future. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • Chris_WalkerSU Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Hmm never thought about outside fundraisers to fund programs #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • PerkettPE Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4) Our school does a cookie dough fundraiser every year and the money is usually used for large playground equipment or random purchases throughout the school, not necessarily #PhysEd equipment. #espechat
  • JrV4Victory Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4 My schools do Silent Auctions and 5k runs for some ways to get money for the department #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • ILESPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4 T-shirt’s for our final mile race brings in some funds for pe #espechat
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4 I don’t really do fundraisers but I’ve gotten more comfortable asking local business owners to pitch in and provide donations to help out w my annual fitness night expenses #espechat
  • ChrisFloria2 Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    What a great idea! #espechat
    In reply to @abh199600, @BigTennPhysEd
  • MrBiehlsPE Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4) ** #espechat
  • ElemPE1 Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4) I did JDRF too, @SaraWoodPE! Mostly though I ask parents to donate extra stuff they don't use anymore (shoes, basketballs, jump ropes, etc.) I sell it pretty good to them though, as I'm used to fighting for quality #physed 👍#espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: JRFH (once) & a local candle company were where I've done my fundraising. The candle one was great. I usually did it in November so people could buy them as gifts. #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Interesting. Please explain how you do this. #espechat
    In reply to @GingerAaron
  • HDPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Hello #espechat! Cliff from IN!
  • AndyPickett7 Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A2) My department budget of $5000 is adequate for yearly replacement and small improvements. I would like it to take into consideration that this budget services all 2000 students in the building and spaces/equipment are used by sports teams and outside rental groups. #espechat
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Field Day is an all day event-we ask that all Ss contribute $5 to cover the expenses + to provide funding to our PE program for new equipment & professional dev. Our main expenses are inflatables.....but we also purchase cups, gatorade, and popsicles. Net is about $1500 #espechat
    In reply to @JPrincePhysed
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4 I don’tdo fundraisers bc our school district only wants a couple big causes and then if we want something we’re supposed to ask PTO or Education Foundation #espechat
  • CoachFoe Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    #espechat A4 Maybe 5 yrs ago I conducted a winter quarter carnival to give Ss something to do in the middle of winter. Every game was 25 cents, in the gym and prizes were things I collected and begged for from 5K races I ran in a year
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Field Day is an all day event-we ask that all Ss contribute $5 to cover the expenses + to provide funding to our PE program for new equipment & professional dev. Our main expenses are inflatables.....but we also purchase cups, gatorade, and popsicles. Net is about $1500 #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • rich_wiles - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    We did well a few times over the years.#ESPEChat
    In reply to @JPrincePhysed
  • Chris_WalkerSU Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I believe that is probably true. I wish my school had done that. #espechat
    In reply to @PerkettPE, @BigTennPhysEd
  • DustinBerkey Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I have done fundraising for many things in life. I have sold raffle tickets to the community for my cub scouts. I have done yard sales to give my unwanted belongings to others in my community. I have done 5k's for people with diseases. Also many more things. #espechat #PHED135
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    That was how I got my climbing wall. I asked the PTO every year. One year it just so happened they had nothing major to buy, but were looking to pad the bank account. I got principal on board first, and it was easy from there. Like mentioned earlier, build that trust. #espechat
    In reply to @PerkettPE
  • HDPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A3: I approached a local doctor to see if they would donate pedometers. He hooked me up with his group, who bought 60 for me! #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Question 5 is ready to go... #espechat
  • ChrisFloria2 Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    At my high school, we had parents that would host fundraisers as well. It was a good way to vouch for the PE program we had and raise money for new equipment #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • AndyPickett7 Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A3) Been most successful writing grants from "Friends of" school group. They have skin in the game as their kids directly benefit. This year I built and launched an urban adventure education program. They loved the idea for the school and their kids and made it happen. #espechat
  • smsandino Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Hey @BigTennPhysEd 👋🏼 & #ESPEchat! My name is Stephanie and I’m a ms #physed teacher in Southern California (grades 7/8). Sorry I’m a bit late, trying to leave everything ready for my sub while I’m at @CAHPERD #CAHPERD19
  • MsKsoccernut24 Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A4 I don't like to do the traditional fundraising of selling stuff..my own kids are always bringing stuff home from school, scouts and their sports. Its just too much. We've talked about a family run or bike event and proceeds going to PE program #espechat
  • HDPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Getting pumped to write some grants with help from some awesome super #physed friends #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Q5 This or that... #espechat
  • MrThomp82893929 Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    How was field day used as a fundraiser? @GingerAaron #espechat
  • LovePrimaryPE Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    I have a monthly Family Skate night fundraiser. We also sell T-shirt’s before field day every year. #espechat
  • Lovettsvillepe Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    We also have Ss plant seeds in milk cartons and grow until seedlings, then sell them at our Bike Rodeo for $3-$ each. Nice return on the minimal investment. Plus a great, practical project. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • foes4sports Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    That is EXACTLY what I was going to reply! Guess I have to use a GIF! #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd, @GingerAaron
  • CoachFoe Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    #espechat Another good idea, which I have done as well. Get donations then I sell raffle tickets for 50 cents at our Family Wellness Night.
    • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
      A4 I don’t really do fundraisers but I’ve gotten more comfortable asking local business owners to pitch in and provide donations to help out w my annual fitness night expenses #espechat
  • ChrisFloria2 Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    The food fundraisers at local restaurants are a great way to earn money twords the program! #espechat
    In reply to @Hunter40672601, @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5: I prefer fundraisers. I usually get more than I do with a grant, and it is not something I have to track and report all year long like with a grant. #espechat
  • JPrincePhysed Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5) Grants for sure! So many more opportunities. Like @physedreview said the more you apply the better chance you get of scoring one. Can only hold so many fundraisers. #espechat
  • ChrisFloria2 Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Fundraisers.. They are a great way to get people interacted. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • Chris_WalkerSU Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5) to me it seems a grant would be the more appealing of the two, but fundraising has less limits and has less hoops to jump through. #espechat #PHED135
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A5: Hands down, without a doubt.....Grants!! #espechat
  • rich_wiles - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A5. I have always had better lucky with fundraising yet most of the times it was for a different cause. Good luck with fund runs and jump a thons #espechat
  • jhohnke20 Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A5 I would much rather write grants because I like the straightforward process of the applications and I am a better writer than organizer. #espechat
  • PerkettPE Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Gotta bounce folks! Thanks for moderating tonight Daniel!! @BigTennPhysEd #espechat
  • eheard Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A4) Our district made it so schools aren't allowed to do these as part of the district wellness policy. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • foes4sports Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Another brilliant idea!! #espechat
    In reply to @HDPhysEd
  • PhysEdFreak Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A5) fundraisers are usually more fun because the school community gets involved. However, grants don’t put pressure on those involved to raise money or make anyone feel bad if they can’t contribute. Grants take a little more work, but can be more fruitful. #espechat
  • LovePrimaryPE Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A4 This year our PTO used Boosterthon Fun Run $ to build us a fantastic Covered Outdoor Learning Space! I am so excited as I have waited 29 years for this project!! Completion date is early May🙌🏻 #espechat
  • jbarrype Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    #espechat A5 for me grants were a better way of getting money for my program. I would use the data, particularly fitnessgram data and compare it to academic performance showing that the students who score better in fitnessgram would tend to have the higher scores
  • MrBiehlsPE Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A5) I feel like i prefer fundraisers because it isn't tedious work. You definitely see the fruit of your labor, and more often than not they're a riot to organize and do. But Grant's are much less time consuming #espechat
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A5: I prefer grants bc I’m good at writing but only comfortable asking those who I know are more able to give #espechat
  • ElemPE1 Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A5) I prefer grants, even though I rarely get them. I'll keep trying, though! #espechat
  • smsandino Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A1 At the middle school level our budget is what we sell from our #physed clothes so it just depends. We also have certain expenses that happen every year but the numbers always fluctuate (ie. T&F ribbons, ACE shirts, mile run shirts, otter pops, etc.) #ESPEchat
  • HDPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    They've been in my corner ever since! We did some studies together with the pedometers and student experiences with them. #espechat
    In reply to @foes4sports
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Same here!! #espechat
    In reply to @eheard, @BigTennPhysEd
  • CoachFoe Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    #espechat A5 I felt my biggest bang was with grants and in-kind donations. Fundraisers were not really appreciated by our admin.
  • HBE_PE_Dept Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A5) I prefer fundraising because it’s worked well for my program. However, I do want to get into the grant portion as well. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Seems to be a pretty even split on the grant or fundraiser question, but great & honest answers. #espechat
  • DustinBerkey Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Fundraising is beneficial, but only if people contribute. Grants are useful but only if there is abundance. #espechat #PHED135
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • HDPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A5: Grant writing: though it seems scary, it seems like a lot less work and parts. But fund raising can bring a lot of people together for a huge buy-in of the program. #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Is that because there are food items? What about non food items? My candle fundraiser always brought it quite a bit. #espechat
    In reply to @GingerAaron, @eheard
  • smsandino Feb 19 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A2 Realistically, it’s about $2,000– however there are years where we go big like last year and our purchase of the chip timing system 🏃🏽‍♀️ 🏃🏽 #ESPEchat
  • foes4sports Feb 19 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Awesome. Talk about advocacy! #espechat
    In reply to @HDPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Getting short on time, so I'm gonna pick up the pace a bit. 2 more questions. Number 7 is right around the corner... #espechat
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Because it is food. Our school still sells candles and giftwrap. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd, @eheard
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Gotcha. Is there a way you can jump in on that action? #espechat
    In reply to @GingerAaron, @eheard
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Q6 ESSA time... #espechat
  • eheard Feb 19 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Yeah, the food items were just flat out unhealthy. Not the direction we wanted to go. I have never really done a fundraiser because my principal doesn't like them. It just doesn't really work in that community. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd, @GingerAaron
  • foes4sports Feb 19 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Sorry for jumping in, but I am very curious. re: grants - How many of you are in states whose state organization offers grants? Do any of you not know for sure if your state offers grants? #espechat
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6: Nope!! #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6: Nope. Not yet. @Brooks01CL, how can we find out how to access ESSA funds? #espechat
  • jhohnke20 Feb 19 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6 I have not and wouldn’t know where to begin. #espechat
  • smsandino Feb 19 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A3 I must say I haven’t had much success with our local grants (the ones you get via email through your district). Branch out to specific equipment organizations, state organizations and commercial stores such as Target for example! 1/2 #ESPEchat
  • CoachWilliamsPE Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A6 I haven't but my PE friend @Coachadamspe did #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd, @Coachadamspe
  • LovePrimaryPE Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A6 I have asked about it but got a very nice over my head run around. #espechat
  • GingerAaron Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Alabama (ASAHPERD) doesn't offer grants currently, although when we had our relationship w/ AHA there were a few JRFH/HFH heart grants available. #espechat
    In reply to @foes4sports
  • Brooks01CL Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A6 I know my districtgot about $1500 from using SHAPE America online request but I didn’t ask bc my department couldn’t decide what they’d want most 🙄#espechat
  • rich_wiles - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    We offer a few in MD. #espechat We see more requests for sub days in MD for Professional Development Subs.
    In reply to @foes4sports
  • HDPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Never apologize! I've been told IN has them, and I plan on starting there...#espechat
    In reply to @foes4sports
  • JPrincePhysed Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A6) 😑. I’ve been told we do not have access to those funds. Had an hour and half meeting with admin to get shot down. #espechat
  • smsandino Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A3 Specifying not only how it will help you and your teaching but also the students, their families possibly (bringing the learning home) and even the community (how will the face of PA look in the neighborhood because of it) 2/2 #ESPEchat
  • Hunter40672601 Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • CoachWilliamsPE Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    @tahperd has a grant #espechat
    In reply to @foes4sports, @tahperd
  • rich_wiles - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A6. Most of those funds are spent before they get to the local schools. Money spent at county school board level. #espechat
  • Lovettsvillepe Feb 19 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A6. Sadly. I have no idea if, how or what to ask for. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • foes4sports Feb 19 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Your state AHPERD or SHAPE. #espechat
    In reply to @1WORLDPE
  • HBE_PE_Dept Feb 19 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A6) Not sure if we have. I will have to look into this on our end. Doesn’t hurt to research that a bit. #espechat
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd
  • DustinBerkey Feb 19 @ 8:58 PM EST
    I have not been able to access ESSA funds. @BigTennPhysEd #espechat #PHED135
    In reply to @BigTennPhysEd, @BigTennPhysEd
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:58 PM EST
    It sounds like we still have a lot of work to do with ESSA funds reaching #physed #healthed programs. State SHAPE/AHPERD members out there...let's roll up our sleeves. Question 7 is coming up... #espechat
  • BigTennPhysEd Feb 19 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Q7 Let's think outside the box... #espechat
  • smsandino Feb 19 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A4 The only fundraising we help put on is our annual PTA Turkey Trot/Family Fun Run. The problem we run into is scheduling when to do this because it can’t overlap with any fundraising that is happening on campus...there’s usually always something. It makes it seem 1/2 #ESPEchat