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Derek Picha

@mrpicha-pe.bsky.social

2024 SHAPE America Central District Elementary PE T.O.Y. • 2022 MNSHAPE Elementary PE T.O.Y. • Elementary #PhysEd Teacher in Austin, MN https://sites.google.com/view/mr-pichas-pe-page/home

126 Followers  |  58 Following  |  24 Posts  |  Joined: 17.11.2024
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Can’t wait to present at #SHAPEKC in a few weeks! First time as a solo presenter at the national level.

23.02.2026 00:08 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Mr. Picha's PE Page - Professional Development Sessions balloons, noodles & teamwork...Oh My!

Just updated my #PhysEd website to include some of my PD sessions that I’ve provided. Getting some productivity in during MEA break!

sites.google.com/view/mr-pich...

18.10.2025 23:01 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Fitness Kid & The Heart Health Heroes
YouTube video by Derek Picha Fitness Kid & The Heart Health Heroes

My ongoing #PhysEd project has turned into an unofficial audio book of sorts. The goal is to inspire students to make healthy lifestyle choices through daily movement and healthier food choices

youtu.be/Bq4MAo_3mo4

12.10.2025 15:21 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Building core memories with K-1 this week in #PhysEd

11.10.2025 00:44 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Year number 13 begins tomorrow! Time to build some muscles, brain cells, and core memories in #PhysEd

19.08.2025 23:41 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Kentucky SHAPE: thanks so much for the hospitality at #MoveThrive5 this past week! Onto the next adventure…

01.07.2025 16:55 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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#MoveThrive5 attendees! Can’t wait to connect and learn with everyone next week.

Come down to Main Gym - South Friday at 12:30 for high-engagement cooperative activities that are great for #PhysEd programs on a budget!

There may be an equipment giveaway after this session

20.06.2025 01:32 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Officially in summer break mode. Time to rest, reflect, and recharge for (un)lucky year number 13 next year!

01.06.2025 01:49 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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We’re one week away from the Southwest district workshop brought to you by WHPE! Looking forward to presenting and connecting

26.04.2025 15:03 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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📣 Get ready to level up your teaching! 📣
Join us for the Best Practices in Health & PE, July 28-30, 2025, in Stevens Point, WI!

This year, we're bringing together some of the nation's top Health & PE teachers for an unforgettable professional development experience!

www3.uwsp.edu/conted/Pages...

19.04.2025 23:17 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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For those #SHAPEBaltimore attendees who may have missed the elementary TOY session, or those who attended and still need handouts. Scan for a public view link to part 1 and part 2.

05.04.2025 11:45 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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So EXCITED for #SHAPEBaltimore this week! Come learn with the 2024 Elementary TOYS in Ballroom II on Wednesday.

29.03.2025 20:32 — 👍 4    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

I’m going to guess @mrjeffadaptedpe.bsky.social is one

22.03.2025 18:43 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Two weeks from today! At #SHAPEBaltimore the 2024 Elementary TOYS will bring the passion and energy to level up your striking units.

19.03.2025 16:51 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Team MNSHAPE‼️

Let us know if you’re coming to #SHAPEBaltimore so we can connect!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

12.03.2025 09:46 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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#SHAPEBaltimore is fast approaching and our 2024 Elementary TOY team is SO EXCITED to connect and share our passion and knowledge with everyone!

11.03.2025 14:55 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Now accepting nominations for our 2025 awards until May 1! Nominate a deserving colleague today. #PhysEd #AdaptedPE #HealthEd

02.03.2025 20:12 — 👍 7    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Going to be a FUN week in #PhysEd at Sumner with Pits & Alleys!

02.03.2025 18:02 — 👍 4    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Advocates have ASSEMBLED to support quality HPE! #MoreTitleIV #SHAPEadvocacy #SpeakOutDay @shapeamerica.bsky.social

25.02.2025 18:44 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Bringing my “why” behind #SpeakOutDay participation with me to Capitol Hill this year. This will be the second journey my Sumner Family shirt takes with me. #SHAPEadvocacy

24.02.2025 01:25 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Restore CDC Health Data and Information for Students and Educators - 2/2/25 Subject: Restore CDC Health Data and Information for Students and Educators Dear Senator [Name], I’m sure you are aware of how recent executive orders from President Trump have impacted the CDC webs...

📢ADVOCACY ALERT!

I just emailed my senators requesting them to restore CDC health data and information.

Here's my letter, adapted from Jen Mead, that you can use (and modify to your liking): docs.google.com/document/d/1...

02.02.2025 22:18 — 👍 4    🔁 3    💬 1    📌 0
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Officially snagged my shoes of choice for SHAPE America #SpeakOutDay! Who else is joining in #SHAPEAdvocacy efforts this year? #PhysEd #HealthEd

02.02.2025 18:56 — 👍 6    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
Cardio Drumming - “Wake Up” by Imagine Dragons
YouTube video by Derek Picha Cardio Drumming - “Wake Up” by Imagine Dragons

Hot off the press! Newly recorded #CardioDrumming routine this morning. #PhysEd #elempe

youtu.be/1GtN4RQ93A8

27.01.2025 21:22 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Contemplating some new #SpeakOutDay shoes…

#SHAPEAdvocacy #PhysEd

26.01.2025 19:20 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Hard to believe #SHAPEBaltimore is only about 2 months away! Our #elempe TOY team is excited to learn and connect with everyone.

26.01.2025 02:57 — 👍 6    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

Nice part of this platform at least so far: if you stick with your “following” feed then that’s all you see. No overabundance of ads or anything.

21.11.2024 00:08 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
Mr. Picha's PE Page - PE Resources Slideshows: Use these to provide visuals for your students using a projector.

Recently updated my resource page to include my most recent #rhythms videos. #PhysEd #ElemPE

sites.google.com/view/mr-pich...

17.11.2024 18:15 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Students have been highly engaged in climbing and balance stations during #PhysEd at my school this week. Lots of students being brave and persevering through challenges

17.11.2024 17:26 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0