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About the Author ---------------- Sarah Sparrow Benes, EdD, CHES, is a senior lecturer and program director in physical education and education at Boston University. Sarah teaches a variety of undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in and physical education, does service projects in local communities, and conducts research on education and physical activity in schools. She has numerous publications in refereed journals and chapters examining education; she has also made more than a dozen presentations on skill-based education and related topics at state and regional conferences. Sarah serves on a variety of education committees, including as a member of the education steering committee for SHAPE America—the Society of and Physical Educators—and as the vice president of education for the Massachusetts Association for , Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Benes consults with school districts on and issues with a focus on skills-based curriculum development and implementation and is a member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and SHAPE America. She is a certified and licensed athletic trainer and education spet. Sarah received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Connecticut, a master’s degree in education, and a doctorate in curriculum and teaching from Boston University and is currently working on an MPH. She lives in Natick with her husband, two daughters, and yellow Labrador. She enjoys spending time with her family on nature walks and enjoying the s and sounds of the Northeast. Holly Alperin, EdM, MCHES, has worked to improve the and academic outcomes of young people by leveraging partnerships in order to strengthen school-level policies and practices both in the education classroom and throughout the school. She provides training and technical assistance to preK-12 educators, administrators, and staff; teaches preservice and graduate students working toward degrees in education; and develops and implements trainings to advance the capacity of state and national stakeholders to improve the outcomes of children. Holly is a sought-after presenter, having been invited to numerous local, state, and national events. She is an advocate for ensuring that educators receive high-quality professional development and takes this responsibility to heart through her personal development and participation in professional organizations including SHAPE America. Holly received her bachelor’s degree in education and promotion from Central Michigan University and her master of education in policy, planning, and administration from Boston University. Holly currently lives in New Hampshire with her husband and two daughters. Together they enjoy the best of New England—ocean, ains, cities, and countless adventures. Read more ( javascript:void(0) )