KHP Newsletter

Students in KHP are back in the classroom and the field/court..etc! KHP is the place where students work hard to achieve their dreams and their career goals. KHP faculty and staff are happy to have everyone back, and we look forward to having the another great semester!

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KHP offers the Master's Program (M.Ed.) in Teaching and Technology (Option4: Health & Physical Education). The VCSU online master’s in Education is recognized by U.S. News and World Report in its Best Online Programs rankings.

The program offers diverse courses that help students to become a next level educator. Example courses are:

• HPER 620: Current Literature in Health and Physical Education
• HPER 640: Advanced techniques in teaching Health and Physical Education
• HPER 650: Curriculum Development and Evaluation in Health and Physical Education
• HPER 660: Leadership and Supervision in Health and Physical Education

Comments from current KHP graduate students:

"So far, the experiences that I have had during the master program have helped me to become a well-rounded educator. I have had the ability to discuss best practices as well as interact with students and teachers from Japan and Greece. Additionally, I have the confidence to conduct research in my classroom in order to increase the overall level of instruction for each of my students." (Andrew Hirsch, K-5th grade Elementary Physical Education teacher at Springfield Elementary School, MN)

"The masters program has been really interesting so far! I've especially appreciated how flexible professors have been with allowing me to adapt my classwork towards coaching. It has given me the opportunity to focus on concepts and ideas that are meaningful and rewarding for my specific needs as a baseball coach here on campus." (Calan Fougner, Assistant Baseball Coach at VCSU)

"The physical education graduate concentration program at Valley City State University has been a great experience! I have enjoyed growing in my career through learning new ways to implement the newest information. I love the small class sizes and the personal connections I have made with all my professors in the program." (Mindy Niebuhr, Physical Education Specialist, Bismarck Public Schools)

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Department Chair Dr. Rachelle Hunt (rachelle.hunt@vcsu.edu).

Join us in our outstanding master's program!

• What are you doing now?

"I recently started a new position as a Strength and Conditioning Coach working with Army soldiers. My role here is to better prepare soldiers for situations they may encounter within the field by increasing strength, resiliency and improving movement patterns".

• What is your favorite memory at KHP?

"When I reflect on my time within the KHP program, what stays in my mind the most is the level of support professors had for us as students. Sarah, Diane, and Rachelle wanted me to succeed in life instead of just the classroom. It has been nearly seven years since I graduated, but I still feel connected to the professors and the department".

• What is your advice to current student at KHP?

"My advice to current students is to involve yourself in as much as possible. Raise your hand, ask questions, volunteer your time, be present, don’t be afraid to be wrong. You’re surrounded by people that want to help you reach your potential. So many doors will open just by involving yourself as much as you can".

Website: https://www.vcsu.edu/departments/kinesiology-and-human-performance/
Location: Valley City, ND, USA
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