Call for Proposals

SHAPE America National Convention & Expo

March 17–21, 2026 | Kansas City, MO

The Nation’s Premier Event for Health & Physical Educators

Join thousands of health and physical education professionals—from preK–12 teachers to higher education faculty and future professionals—for five days of learning, networking, and inspiration at the 2026 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo in Kansas City, Missouri.

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The Call for Proposals is now Closed.

Proposal Instructions

Step 1: Review the Presenter Agreement

All presenters must read and agree to the Presenter Agreement before being listed on a session proposal.

Step 2: Choose the Right Submission Category

Carefully review the available submission categories and select the most appropriate category and sub-category (if applicable) for your session content.

Step 3: Review the Submission Guide

Make sure you understand the requirements for your proposal by reviewing the appropriate submission guide. These session types are intended to be educator-led or research-focused.

Note: If you represent a corporate or nonprofit organization and would like to lead an activity or presentation-based session, it must be submitted as a Learning Leader Spotlight/Power In Play Showcase Sessions

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Step 4: Start Your Submission

Whether you're focused on curriculum design, advocacy, technology integration, or community engagement, your expertise can help move the profession forward.

Click the link below to begin. Make sure to select the correct session type before clicking “Start Submission.”

You do not need to complete your proposal in one sitting. After you begin, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a session/abstract ID and password—allowing you to return and edit your submission any time before the deadline.

Submission Deadline:

  • Thursday, August 14, 2025, by 11:59 p.m. PT

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