Pizza and PE

In this inspiring episode of Pizza and PE, we sit down with Jess Lawrence and George Davis IV to talk about Jess's incredible mission to make soccer accessible for all youth. Jess is cycling across the United States—yes, coast to coast—in an effort to raise $50,000 for the LouCity & Racing Foundation, an organization committed to breaking down barriers and creating opportunities in youth soccer.We explore what drives Jess to take on this bold journey, the importance of equitable access to sport, and how George and the foundation are building community through soccer. From pedaling with purpose to shaping the future of youth sports, this episode is all about passion, persistence, and the power of play.Follow Jess's journey at www.pedaltothepitch.com to learn more, track her progress, and find out how you can donate and support this incredible cause.

In this episode of Pizza & PE, we're serving up inspiration with a side of strategy as we chat with Ben Landers, widely known as The PE Specialist! Ben shares his journey into teaching, how he discovered his passion for physical education, and the path that led him to become a Clinical Model Teacher with the University of South Carolina—supporting the next generation of educators through hands-on mentorship and professional growth.You'll also hear the story behind The PE Specialist, the online platform Ben created to help PE teachers across the globe. From classroom management tips to tech tools, activity ideas, and printable resources, his website has become a go-to for teachers looking to build stronger, more engaging PE programs.We dive into the how and why of building high-quality content, and Ben opens up about the real-life balance of being a full-time teacher, online creator, husband, and dad. His insights into managing time, staying creative, and focusing on impact will leave you motivated and ready to take on your own classroom challenges.Grab a slice and settle in—this episode is packed with ideas you can take straight into your gym (and your life)!

Join Andy Milne, creator of https://slowchathealth.com/ as he shares the inspiring story behind his globally recognized blog for health and physical education teachers. Discover the thought-provoking message from his TED Talk, “This is Not Your Parent's Health Class,” and learn why he's challenging the traditional fear-based health education often depicted in movies. In this episode, Andy opens up about his journey into skills-based health education, the resources that shaped his approach, and his passion for creating effective, student-centered lessons. Gain insights into how he collaborates to design impactful health curriculums, and hear his practical advice for educators who feel uncertain about teaching health. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this conversation is filled with valuable tips and inspiration to transform your teaching practice.

Join us for an inspiring episode with Mark Housel, the 2023 Shape America Eastern District Teacher of the Year. Mark shares the experiences and inspirations behind his new book, "What Kind of Teacher Do You Want to Be?" Hear about the challenges he faced in school that ignited his passion for teaching and discover his effective strategies for managing student behavior. Mark also discusses his views on competition and the mixed messages students often receive. Plus, learn about Housel FUN & Fitness, his innovative business that helps students and families connect through engaging fitness programs. Contact Mark at: https://houselfitness.com/

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." Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on ⁠www.PizzaPE.org  ⁠ Be sure to like and subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA  

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." Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu1 @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Patrick Noel an elementary PE teachers discusses how he incorporates "TrickShots" into his PE lessons. Find out how he teaches students the importance of making mistakes and solving problems through TrickShots. Most importantly, how TrickShots teaches students to understand that failure is often part of the learning process. Learn how trick-shots has ignited school spirit in his school. View all Coach Noel's TrickShots by going to his TikTok channel @mrnoelstrickshots. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on https://www.PizzaPE.org To learn more about TrainEdu click by clicking on https://www.TrainEdu.org Be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube Channel Follow us @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 @pm_Noel and #PizzaPE

Mark Collard, founding director and creator of Playmeo. Mark is one of the most respected and sought out experiential trainers and consultants in the world. He is super-passionate about sharing FUN and value of interactive group games and activities with program leaders all over the world. Learn more at https://www.playmeo.com/ Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on https://www.PizzaPE.org To learn more about TrainEdu click by clicking on https://www.TrainEdu.org Be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube Follow us @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 @Playmeo and #PizzaPE

Mike Kuczala discusses the 5 habits for success in his recently published third book, titled, “The Peak Performing Teacher.” Although the title of the book is The Peak Performing Teacher…you can replace the word teacher with any profession and it is still relevant and practical. Mike concentrates on 5 habits that will most likely yield the most significant life improvements. Listen how you can awaken the five habits into your own life by living the physical life, reducing stress through changing your mind, sharpening your mental game, practicing gratitude, and creating effective morning routines. Learn more at https://www.thepeakperformingteacher.com/ Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org. Be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube Follow us @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 @Kinestheticlass and #PizzaPE

Megaera Regan @MegaeraR has over 37 years in public education. In this podcast she explains why her #OneWord 2022 is "BE", what retirement life is like for her, a memorable teaching moment she experienced, and what "Meaningful PE" is and means. Megaera has been honored as NY Elementary physical education teacher of the year and as Shape America's Eastern District Teacher of the Year. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org Be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube Follow us on @TrainEdu1 @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 @MegaeraR and #PizzaPE

Chris Walker @CoachWalk has been teaching physical education for 26 years at Hillsborough Elementary School. Currently, he serves as the NC SHAPE president and is a national OPEN PhysEd. trainer. Chris shares why he got into teaching, how he became a DanSIR, a memorable moment in his career, why you should participate in your state or national organization, and what it is like to present internationally. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org Be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube Follow us on @TrainEdu1 @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE @AdventureEdGuy

Mark Friedrich the @AdventureEdGuy has been teaching for 27 years. He currently teaches at Millburn High School in New Jersey. He is nationally recognized and award winning teacher for his Adventure Education program. In 2016, he was the Shape NJ high school teacher of the year. In 2021, he was Shape America's Joy of Effort Award winner. Mark shares why he got into teaching, who influenced his career, what is adventure education, liability concerns, and the importance of "Connecting before Content." Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org Be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube Follow us on @TrainEdu1 @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE @AdventureEdGuy

Pizza and PE Podcast: Captain Madison Martin Captain Madison Martin, a former student of Kim and Keith's and provides her perspective on how schools should prepare students for the "real-world." Madison shares her favorite memories and experiences she had in elementary and in high school. As a graduate of the Air Force Academy, Madison shares how sports prepared her to persevere and be a good "wingman." To succeed as a captain, her motto is "Mission first and people always." Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu1 @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPEMadison Martin

Pizza and PE Podcast: Guest Heather Albritton Heather Albritton, Director of Physical Education and Health in Duval County Schools is "Leading by example." Heather shares how she got into teaching, who influenced her career, where her personal strength stems from, and what she feels is the greatest issue in health and PE. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu1 @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Artie Kamiya has been called the “nation's leading expert for K-12 physical education.” Always in demand for his exciting presentations, Artie has conducted about 500 workshops in over 40 different states. He is the co-owner of a well-known publishing/consulting firm and has successfully written over $45 million in grants for schools. His work has appeared on numerous ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox TV affiliates, as well as on National Public Radio and in USA Today. A former National Physical Education Administrator of the Year (2004), he was recognized by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education as the 2007 “Joy of Effort” Award winner. Distinguished as one of the most enthusiastic and compelling physical education professionals, he has a “standing offer” to present at numerous state and national conferences throughout the year. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu1 @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Matt Wood, elementary physical education teacher in Tacoma, Washington shares positives he has experienced from the pandemic. Matt discusses why he became a teacher, what inspires him, and what influences his creativity. Matt was awarded the Golden Apple Award for his out of the box thinking and reimagining education for young people. Matt's firewoodssc YouTube Channel has over 1.81 subscribers with PE teachers across the globe using his interactive PE activities such as Among Us and Jurassic Parkour. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Subscribe to Matt's Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCklqtz22JOX2b5FsiHdMT4w Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Dr. Adrian Talley, Superintendent of the Indian Prairie School District 204 in Chicago, Illinois discusses the importance of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child approach in education. Dr. Talley explains why physical education is an integral part of student learning and how he gets teacher and principal buy-in. As a first year superintendent of Indian Prairie School District 204, he shares some of the challenges he has faced during the pandemic. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Ready, Set, go! with Mike Kuczala. Mike, is a leading expert in creating brain-compatible learning environments through state management, motivation and physical activity. He is a best selling author of The Kinesthetic Classroom: Teaching and Learning through Movement, Training in Motion: How to Use Movement to Create an Engaging and Effective Learning Environments and Ready, Set, Go! The Kinesthetic Classroom 2.0. Mike is acclaimed keynote speaker and innovative professional developer in both education and corporate settings. He is the president of Kuczala Consulting and the Director of Instruction for the Regional training Center. His website is www.mikekuczala.com. Mike shares his 6-step teaching framework, Ted Talk experience, why learning doesn't just happen from the neck up; it happens from the feet up, and working with extraordinary people who share his same passion. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Keri Schoeff, Safe, Healthy and Active Students Specialist for the Department of Arizona discusses what is like to work for the DOE, how to write state standards and why they are important, why and how to advocate for federal and state funding, and explains her reasons for running for 2021 Shape America President-Elect. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcasts by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

"Lifelong Wellness" with Ron Malm, Chief Operating Officer for Focused Fitness. Kim, Keith, Andrew and Ron discuss how and why Focused Fitness got started and what resources are available for health and PE teachers. Ron shares his reasons why great PE teachers are more than just "managers" of a gymnasium, they are purveyors of great content....allowing students to apply what they learn for a lifetime. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

"Real Talk" with Eric Stern, Health and PE Coordinator for Palm Beach County Schools. Kim, Keith, Andrew and Eric discuss appropriate vs. inappropriate HPE practices and the importance of working with your district's legal and risk management department for strengthening your district's HPE programs. Also, Eric shares how providing more curriculum, more resources, more equipment does not always guarantee a quality HPE program---great teachers are the difference! Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Dr. Kymm Ballard, Campbell University Professor, NCShape President-Elect, and Shape America Board member discusses how we can "Pay it Forward" by being a #MacMentor, prepare beginning teachers, being involved in your state and national associations, and by sharing "your story." Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Jamie Sparks "Redefining Our Community" Jamie Sparks, KYShape executive director, program health manager for ETR, and 2019 Shape America President shares how we can "Redefine Our Community"in health and physical education. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Social media guru and founder of ZAGPro Academy, Guy Danhoff shares several strategies on how to level up your influence, impact and advocacy in health and PE using effective digital marketing strategies. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Chip Candy discusses "How to Be a Hall of Fame" physical education teacher and presenter and Why PE is SEL. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

Just a group of friends eating pizza while discussing physical education. Guest Principal Larenda Denien discusses how PE and physical activity impacted her school's culture in a Title I elementary school. Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE

What is the Pizza and PE Podcast (otherwise known as the "Triple P")? Listen to all Pizza and PE podcast by clicking on www.PizzaPE.org To learn more visit www.TrainEdu.org and be sure to like and subscribe to our TrainEdu YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjT4cNV8B1seFJG9x_MBvoA Follow us on @TrainEdu @MortonMoves @Arom07 @CMSPE225 and #PizzaPE