what does spark stand for in pe
But the laughter was coming from about 40 adults â classroom and physical education teachers, recess monitors and even the principal. They were skipping, âgallopingâ and juggling scarves, among other things, as part of a SPARK physical education workshop designed to improve studentsâ health and learning. âThe energy in this room is amazing,â said Principal Erin Conn, who was in the thick of the fun. âThatâs what activity brings for all people.â. SPARK stands for Sports, Play and Active Recreation for Kids. Joan Gillem, a master SPARK instructor from California, was showing participants how various activities can be used not only to help students become more fit but also to help them to learn.