Scott Klungseth

Klungseth's teaching interests include:

• Elementary Methods in Physical Education
• Administration in Exercise Science
• Administration in Physical Education
• Biomechanics
• Kinesiology
• Motor Learning and Development
• Stress Management
• Obesity and Weight Management
• Technology in Physical Education and Exercise Science
• Curriculum in Physical Education
• Secondary Methods in Physical Education
• Tests & Measures
• Practicum in Elementary Adaptive Physical Education
• Practicum in Secondary Adaptive Physical Education
• Community Health
• Seminar in Exercise Science
• Applied Sport & Exercise Science

Klungseth's research interests include:

• “Assessment of Athletic Graduate Assistant Burnout” - data currently being collected during Spring and Fall 2022
• “An Examination of South Dakota Teacher Moonlighting and Morale” – data currently being collected during Spring and Fall 2022
• 5-year Longitudinal Study of “Student Perception of Academic Focus in the Kinesthetic Classroom”
• Faculty Research Initiative Award – “Calorie Consumption, Strength Development, and Speed/Agility Development Between Fitwall HIIT Workouts and Traditional Workouts” – completed in May 2018
• Faculty Research Initiative Award – “A Comparison of Non-Motorized & Motorized Treadmills in Calorie Burn, Rate of Perceived Exertion, Actual Exertion, and Stride Length” - completed in December 2014 - January 2015
• “Central Nervous System Response and Muscle Activation n High School Athletes During FitWall Exercise” – data collection completed March 2015

• National Play Ambassador (2018-2019) – Chosen by the National Afterschool Association and the Genius of Play-TOY Association to serve as a National Play Ambassador for 2018-2019
• Leaders of the Movement (2018) – Recognized by the KidsFit company as a leader in the movement towards the integration of kinesthetic-based learning and strategies.
• DSU Faculty Appreciation Recipient (2015)- Recommended by DSU Student-Athlete for Faculty Appreciation Recognition
• Friend of the Watchdog (2013) – Awarded based on commitment, volunteerism, promotion, and extreme dedication to developing the community of Beresford and the Beresford School District.
• Teacher of Influence (2013) – Student nominated at Augustana College
• Secondary Teacher of the Year (2008) – South Dakota Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
• NSU Champs/Lifeskills Teacher Who Makes a Difference (2005, 2007) – Student nominated at Northern State University
• Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers (2002, 2005) – Student nominated

• BOOST OST Conference - 2022
• National After-School Convention – 2022, 2018, 2017, 2016
• Action Based Learning Professional 3L Training – May 2018
• SHAPE-America Central District Convention – January 2018
• Active Classrooms professional training - July 2017
• SHAPE-America National Convention – 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2007, 2006, 2005
• SHAPE-SD Convention – 2021, 2016, 2015, 2014,2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003
• Specialized Training with OptoGait Gait Analysis Technologies – December 2014
• Dartfish Certified Technologist – November 2014
• BeFit2Learn Physical Activity in the Classroom Training – Summer, 2014; Summer, 2013; Summer, 2012
• CDAHPERD Leadership Summit – Summer 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010
• Certified Trainer in Action Based Learning – Spring, 2014
• IHT Spirit System Training and Experience – Fall, 2013
• FitSTEP PRO Pedometer Data Collection Training and Experience – Fall, 2013
• SPARK PE Curriculum Training – Summer, 2013
• Physical Best for Higher Education Specialist Certification – Spring, 2013
• Physical Education Teacher Education Program and NCATE Training – Fall, 2012
• POLAR Heart Rate Monitor Training – Summer, 2012; Summer, 2008; Summer, 2005
• POLAR TriFit Evaluation System Training- Summer, 2012; Summer, 2008; Summer, 2005
• POLAR PE Manager Training- Summer, 2012; Summer, 2008, Summer, 2005
• Head Start Body Start Physical Activity Consultant Training – Spring, 2010
• National Fly Fishing in Schools Program Training – Winter, 2010
• Project WILD/Project Aquatic Conservation and Environmental Education – Fall, 2009
• Geomotion Meaningful Movement Lab Training – Fall, 2009
• SPARK Physical Education Curriculum Training – Fall, 2009
• Physical Best Health-Fitness Instructor Certification – Spring, 2009
• National Archery in Schools Program Training – Fall, 2008

• Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Grant – grant author for successful grant application on behalf of Beresford PRCE. Spring 2022
• Child Care Program Stabilization Grant – grant author for successful grant application on behalf of Beresford PRCE. Summer, 2021
• CARES Act Grant – grant author for successful grant application on behalf of Beresford PRCE. September 2020
• Minnesota Twins for Kids Grant – grant author for successful foundation grant on behalf of the Beresford Baseball-Softball Association. Summer, 2021
• Beresford Community Foundation Grant - grant author for successful foundation grant on behalf of the Beresford Baseball-Softball Association. Summer, 2021
• Legends for Kids Grant – grant author for successful foundation grant on behalf of Beresford PRCE. November 2018.
• 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) Grant – grant author for successful 21st CCLC state grant on behalf of the Henry School District. June 2018
• South Dakota Community Foundation – grant author for successful SDCF grant on behalf of Beresford Parks, Recreation, and Community Education – March 2017
• Classroom Innovation Grant - South Dakota Department of Education – grant author for successful Classroom Innovation Grant on behalf of the Alcester-Hudson School District – November 2016
• Classroom Innovation Grant - South Dakota Department of Education – grant author for successful Classroom Innovation Grant on behalf of the Beresford School District – November 2016.
• 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) Grant – Grant author for successful 5-year $561,500 grant on behalf of the Alcester-Hudson School District – June 2016
• Wellmark Foundation Kickstart Grant (Foundation Grant) – Grant author for successful $10,000 grant on behalf of Beresford Parks, Recreation, and Community Education – November 2015
• SAMSHA Project AWARE Grant (Federal Grant) – Grant Author for successful 2-year $100,000 grant on behalf of the Neenah School District – September 2014
• Carol M. White Physical Education Progress Grant (Federal Grant) – Grant author for successful 3-year $800,000 grant on behalf of the Beresford School District. September 2013
• Georgia SHAPE Grant – Grant author for successful grant on behalf of a school district in Georgia. June 2012
• Excellence in Education Grant (Foundation Grant) – Grant author for successful grant on behalf of Dell Rapids St. Mary School District. October 2011
• IBM Smartkids Grant (Corporate Grant) – Grant author for successful grant on behalf of the Beresford Head Start Watchpuppy Depot. May 2011
• Carol M. White Physical Education Progress Grant (Federal Grant) – Grant Author for successful 3-year $600,000 grant on behalf of Beresford Area Parks, Recreation, and Community Education. September 2011
• Carol M. White Physical Education Progress Grant (Federal Grant) – Grant Author for successful 3-year $400,000 grant on behalf of Tea Area Schools. Sept 2011
• Carol M. White Physical Education Progress Grant (Federal Grant) – Grant Author for successful 3-year $1.1 million grant on behalf of Oxford Hills School District. September 2011
• Head Start Body Start Outdoor Play Space Grant (Federal Grant) – Grant Author for successful proposal on behalf of the Beresford Head Start Watch Puppy Depot. September 2010
• ING Unsung Heroes Grant (Corporate Foundation) – Grant Author for successful proposal for Adventure/Outdoor Education and Mentoring course. July 2009
• No Child Left Inside Grant (State Grant)- Grant Author for successful proposal South Dakota Game Fish and Parks grant. April 2009.
• Carol M. White Physical Education Progress Grant (Federal Grant) – Grant Author for successful 3-year $300,000 grant on behalf of Beresford School District. June 2008
• Collaborative Research Grant Recipient – “Integration of TriFit Fitness Assessment in Wellness Labs” April 2006 – April 2007
• Bush Grant Recipient – “Preparing Teacher Education Students to Experience Cultural Diversity” April 2003 – April 2004
• Governor’s Grant Recipient – “Using Technology to Prepare Future Physical Education Teachers” April 2002 –April 2003
• LOFTI Academy Grant Recipient – “Developing a Rubric for the Electronic Portfolio” May 2002
• LOFTI Grant Recipient – “Promoting the Benefits of Your Physical Education Program” May 2001 – May 2002

• “Good Reads for Health and Physical Education Teachers” -published SDAHPERD journal, Spring, 2010
• “Individuals with Disabilities and Interscholastic Athletics” published in Coach and Athletic Director, January 2007.
• “The Five NCAA Recruiting Rules that H.S. Coaches Should Know” published in Coach and Athletic Director, April 2005
• “Getting Yourself Recruited: A Guide for High School Athletes” published in Coach and Athletic Director, September 2004.

• “Knowing Your Why versus Your What” -presented at the Educator’s Rising Conference, Summer 2022
• “Knowing Your Why versus Your What” -presented at the DSU Dakota Dreams Conference, Summer 2022
• “Knowing Your Why versus Your What” -presented at the National BOOST Conference, April 2022
• “Knowing Your Why versus Your What” -presented at the National After-School Conference, March 2022
• “Knowing Your Why versus Your What” -presented at the Educator’s Rising Conference, February 2022
• “Kinesthetic Learning Strategies for Classroom Teachers” -presented at Dakota State University summer TEACH Camp, May 2020 SHAPE-SD Conference (Invited Presenter) -- presented both “Outside the Box” and “Minimal Space-Minimal Equipment” in November 2019
• South Dakota Department of Education Conference (Invited Presenter) Presented both “Kinesthetic Learning Strategies for Classroom Teachers” and “Minimal Space-Minimal Equipment” sessions, May 2019
• “Teaching PETE Students to Integrate Multi-Disciplinary Academics in Traditional Activities” -presented at SHAPE-America National Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) Conference, October 2018
• South Dakota Department of Education Conference (Invited Presenter) - presented both “Outside the Box” and “Minimal Space-Minimal Equipment” in August 2018
• “Outside the Box III” (Invited Presenter) -presented at 2018 YMCA of Central Florida Summer Training Institute
• “Minimal Space – Minimal Equipment” (Top Presenter) -presented at the 2018 National Afterschool Convention
• “Outside the Box: Creative Ideas with Common Equipment” -presented at 2018 CD-SHAPE Conference
• “The Top 10 of Leadership” -Keynote Speech at 2017 SoDakSACA Conference
• “Outside the Box: Creative Ideas with Common Equipment” -presented at 2017 SoDakSACA Conference
• “Minimal Space – Minimal Equipment” -presented at 2017 SoDakSACA Conference
• “Outside the Box II” -presented at 2017 YMCA of Central Florida Summer Training Institute
• “Outside the Box II” -presented at 2017 National Afterschool Association Conference
• “Outside the Box: Creative Ideas with Common Equipment” -presented at 2016 SHAPE-ND Conference
• “Minimal Space-Minimal Equipment” -presented at 2016 SHAPE-ND Conference
• “Outside the Box: Creative Ideas with Common Equipment” -presented at YMCA of Central Florida Summer Training Institute
• “Developing A Community-Wide Health and Wellness Initiative’ -presented at 2016 national SHAPE-America Convention – April 2016
• “Developing a Community-Wide Youth Wellness Initiative” -presented -2016 National Afterschool Association Convention – March, 2016
• “Outside the Box: Creative Ideas Common Equipment” (Top Presenter) - presented -2016 National Afterschool Association Convention – March, 2016
• “Activities for Active Classroom Academics – K-12” -presented 4-hour workshop at Shepherd School District, Shepherd, MT – Aug. 2015
• “Minimal Space-Minimal Equipment -presented at SHAPE American National Convention – March 2015
• “Thinking Outside-the-Box: Creating Meaningful Activities for Elementary Students” -presented at SHAPE Central District Convention – Feb. 2015
• “Active Academic for the Elementary Classroom” -presented at West Central School District – Jan. 2015
• "Developing a Community-Wide Youth Nutrition and Physical Fitness Initiative" -presented at 2014 AAHPERD Convention
• “Thinking Outside-the-Box: Creating Meaningful Activities for Elementary Students” (Top Presenter) -presented at 2014 AAHPERD Convention
• “Activities for Active Academics” -presented at 2014 SDAESP/SDASSP Joint Conference
• “Using Fitlights to Create High Intensity Exercise Programs” -presented at 2013 SDAHPERD Convention
• “Hula Hoops Extravaganza” – presented at 2012 CDAHPERD Convention
• “Thinking Outside-the-box: Creating Meaningful Activities for Elementary Students” -presented at 2012 SDAHPERD Convention
• “Hula Hoops Extravaganza” - presented at 2011 SDAHPERD Convention
• “Creating Leadership in Education” - presented at 2011 Fargo Area Schools Summer Teachers Conference
• “Hula Hoops Extravaganza” – presented at 2011 Fargo Area Schools Summer Teachers Conference
• “Technology Integration in Physical Education” -presented at AAHPERD Central District Leadership Summit, July 2010
• “Integration of Geomotion Mats in Health/Physical Education” -presented at Harrisburg Physical Education, Health and Wellness Summer Clinic, June 2010
• “Technology Integration in Physical Education” -presented at SDAHPERD Convention, November 2009
• “Best Practice Speaker” – Policy in Action! Implementing, Monitoring and Evaluating -Your Local Wellness Policy Training Event, July 2009
• “Heart Rate Monitors and Other Technology in PE” -presented at Harrisburg Physical Education, Health and Wellness Summer Clinic, June, 09
• “Digital Video Technology for Sport Management and Physical Education” -co-presented at 2006 National AAHPERD Convention
• “Five NCAA Recruiting Rules that H.S. Basketball Coaches Should Know” -presented at 2005 South Dakota Basketball Coaches Convention
• “Know the Terminology for Your Profession” -presented at 2004 SDAAHPERD Convention
• “Preparing Teacher Education Students to Experience Cultural Diversity” -presented at 2004 SDAAHPERD Convention