INSHAPE 2026: Full Schedule

8:55am EST

Practice What You Teach: The Wellness Lessons We Forget to Give Ourselves

Thursday November 5, 2026 8:55am - 10:20am EST

PE educators spend their days teaching students the importance of healthy habits, perseverance, recovery, and balance. Yet too often, the people encouraging others to thrive are running on empty themselves.

In this uplifting and energizing keynote, educator, author, and speaker Carrie Wisehart challenges participants to consider what happens when we extend ourselves the same encouragement, patience, and grace we so freely offer our students. Through humor, personal stories, and practical insights, Carrie explores how the very lessons we teach in the gym, on the field, and in the classroom can help us navigate stress, avoid burnout, and reconnect with what matters most.

Attendees will discover simple strategies to protect their energy, celebrate progress over perfection, and create more "Best Day Ever" moments, even during life's most challenging seasons. Because wellness is not about having perfect days. It is about recognizing the good, embracing growth, and staying connected to your purpose.

Participants will leave refreshed, inspired, and equipped with practical tools to sustain their well-being, strengthen their resilience, and continue making a positive impact on the students and communities they serve.

Speakers

Carrie Wisehart

Associate Principal, DeKalb High School

Carrie Wisehart can best be described as creative, energetic, and passionate -- a best day ever adventurer and joy chooser.

For the past 22 years, Carrie has touched the heart of high school students by recognizing their unique strengths and helping them develop their fullest potential. Through the privilege of educating students, Carrie has won NBC 33's Excellence in Education award, was featured for... Read More →

Thursday November 5, 2026 8:55am - 10:20am EST
Keynote

All Audiences, Session #35

10:30am EST

Mrs. Teacher to Mrs. Gym - Transitioning from Classroom Teacher to Teaching an the Gym

Thursday November 5, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EST

Keynote

Join in on an interactive discussion session focused on the unique journey of transitioning from a traditional classroom teacher into the role of a PE teacher. Drawing from my 3 years of teaching 5th grade and then transitioning to my 15 year of teaching Physical Education, I will present key topics on how to navigate the shift, adapt behavior management for larger spaces, and introduce unique programs that build a library of physical literacy skills. This session is designed to be highly collaborative, providing an open forum to field questions, share real-world challenges, and collaborate with other physical educators on how to successfully pivot into the gym while continuing to provide the best experiences for our students.

Speakers

Andrea Bornino

Lecturer and Klondike Elementary PE Teacher, Tippecanoe School Corporation

Andrea Bornino is a former VP of The INSHAPE Elementary PE Council, currently serves on the INSHAPE Grants Council, has taught PE for over 15+ years, is a Lecturer at Purdue and was the 2017 INSHAPE Elementary PE TOY.

AWARD: INSHAPE Elementary TOY 2017 Teacher of the Year... Read More →

Thursday November 5, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EST
Keynote

Elementary, Session #24

12:45pm EST

From Passive Notes to Active Skills: Rethinking Note-Taking in Health Education

Thursday November 5, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EST

Keynote

Traditional note-taking often falls short in skills-based health education.

When students are asked to copy definitions or slides, they may “complete” notes—but they rarely
develop the decision-making, reflection, and application skills health education is designed to teach.
In this session, participants will explore how guided, interactive note-taking can support skills-based
instruction. Using real classroom examples, this presentation will demonstrate how note-taking can
move beyond passive recording to become an active learning experience that builds essential National
Health Education Standards skills. Participants will experience sample note-taking activities the skills-
based way.

Speakers

Lindsay Prozanski

Health Teacher, Northside Middle School

I’ve taught HPE at the secondary level for over 5 years. I’ve really found my stride in Health education after making the move from Kentucky to Indiana. I received my bachelor’s degree in P-12 Health and Physical Education and a masters degree in Teacher Leadership. When I’m... Read More →

Thursday November 5, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EST
Keynote

Health, Session #28

1:45pm EST

Comprehensive School Health and Wellness Programs

Thursday November 5, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EST

Keynote

Comprehensive school health and wellness is more than one lesson, event, or program. It is a school-wide approach that connects physical education, health education, staff wellness, student voice, families, community partners, and school culture. This session will share practical ways to build wellness into your school through light movement, discussion, planning tools, and real examples participants can take back and adapt to their own buildings.

Speakers

Danae Rush

PE Teacher, Tippecanoe School Corporation

Danae Rush is a Health and Physical Education teacher with Tippecanoe School Corporation, the corporation’s Health and Physical Education Department Chair, an MSW student, and a TSC BOOST Intern. Her work focuses on movement, wellness, mental health awareness, social-emotional learning... Read More →

Andrea Bornino

Lecturer and Klondike Elementary PE Teacher, Tippecanoe School Corporation

Thursday November 5, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EST
Keynote

All Audiences, Session #21

12:30pm EST

Coffee Talk with INSHAPE Past Presidents

Friday November 6, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST

Keynote

INSHAPE welcomes our Past Presidents in this 20-minute session. INSHAPE will honor their legacy, connecting past achievements to the future of our organization and acknowledging their service with gratitude. A personal touch will include an introduction of our President, Maria Rarey and a photo to capture this historical event.

Speakers

Carole DeHaven

Past President INSHAPE; Retired Purdue University, Purdue University

Engagement, Energy and Passion are three words that describe Carole. She has served on the INSHAPE Board since 1998 as a member or chair of Secondary, Advocacy, Fitness, Dance and Mini Grant Councils and as INSHAPE President. Carole has served on four different occasions as the... Read More →

Maria Rarey

Physical Education Teacher, DeKalb High School

President of INSHAPE

Health Teacher of the Year INSHAPE 2016

Friday November 6, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST
Keynote

Advocacy, Session #10

2:30pm EST

Mental Health Awareness and Best Practice in PE

Friday November 6, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm EST

Keynote

Physical education teachers are in a unique position to notice, hear, and support students in ways that may not always happen in a traditional classroom. Movement can help students feel safe, talk, connect, and regulate emotions. This session will include light movement, reflection, and practical examples for recognizing concerns, knowing who to turn to, and building SEL and safe practices into daily PE routines.

Speakers