Pizza and PE Kim Morton

Join us on this episode as we sit down with Charla Krahnke, the 2013 National High School Teacher of the Year and renowned OPEN national trainer.

Listen as we dive deep into the Sport Education Model as Charla shares her insights on its implementation and the remarkable successes she's witnessed. Discover invaluable advice for fellow educators and uncover the secrets behind Charla's enduring career.

Shape America 2024 National Elementary PE Teacher of the Year, Cindie Cortinas-Vogt, Attributes Success to Her "Tribe"

Discover how Cindie Cortinas-Vogt, awarded the Shape America 2024 National Elementary PE Teacher of the Year, credits her personal and professional achievements to the supportive circle she calls her "tribe." Explore the significance of surrounding yourself with positive influences and learn from her experience in leveraging Title I funds to transition from a 0.8 to a full-time position, enabling her to implement her innovative active content program.

Gain insights from her advice to PE teachers on nurturing success and effectiveness in their roles. Plus, don't miss the heartfelt surprise from a member of her "tribe," who drops in to share the profound impact Cindi has had on his life and career.

Nick Kline, director of Active Schools discusses what is an Active School and how to join the movement. He reveals the inspiration behind the creation of BetheHype.org and details the wide array of professional development workshops he orchestrates.
and his favorite professional development sessions he likes to conduct.


Serving as an adjunct professor at SUNY Cortland, a renowned institution for grooming future physical education teachers, Nick shares the unique approach that sets their program apart. Additionally, he offers some wisdom he would impart to his younger self, providing valuable insights for listeners.

Bo Shappell, a dedicated secondary PE teacher, unveils the foundations of his integrated wellness curriculum framework. Discover the catalyst that ignited his inspiring career journey and the unwavering motivation that drives him to continue teaching. Bo delves into the significance of 'COMCHI,' tracing its origin and unraveling the profound meaning behind the COMCHI product line.

Links to COMCHI Products: https://www.comchi.org/ and https://www.schoolhealth.com/

Jenn Vedder discusses her path from Captain to coach. Find out how she prepared and trained for her current role as a health and PE coordinator for a large urban school district in NC. Learn more about her ultimate mission in life..."Everybody needs a place where they feel safe, supported and where they belong."



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Dr. Curt Hinson shares how he became Dr. Recess, how you can help motivate students, what makes a good presenter, his "Wedding Cake" theory and there is "Too Much Sit Going On."

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