This year marked my second at Hangzhou International School and my 10th year in teaching. I knew from the beginning that it would be a journey filled with challenges and triumphs. With two key goals in mind this year — keeping high standards and being vulnerable. I took on the year with enthusiasm and determination. …
End of Year Reflection: Celebrating Another Year of Growth in PE Read More »
As educators we recognise that Physical Education is about more than sports and fitness. We realise it is also a place where we can grow personally and learn to be responsible, respectful, and awesome teammates. Thanks to the Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility (TPSR) model, our classes are more than just workouts and games – …
Growing Stronger Together: How TPSR is Changing the Game in Physical Education Read More »
The nervous anticipation of delivering a message effectively. The hope that your content inspires or guides someone else. The fear of forgetting what to say or talking nonsense. The reality that you are no longer addressing a group of students but a room filled with adults, teachers, and professionals! Conferences and workshops are a great …
Embracing Growth Through Professional Development and Presenting Read More »
I’ve written before about the importance of collaboration and the excitement of ninja training camp as a way to teach movement composition, but please read on and allow me to present the magic of both in a new way. I have co-written this blog with David Hatton the Grade Level Leader for Grade 2 at …
When Teacher Collaboration Leads to Exciting Adventures Read More »
As educators we are committed to empowering our students, encouraging them to take agency and make a positive impact in their class, school, and wider community. One of the key areas I have fostered a focus is teaching my students not only about physical health but also about sustainability and responsibility. I have some useful …
Empowering Students Through Sustainable Practices in PE Read More »
As the dust settles on the holiday season, I want to take a moment to wish each of you a very happy New Year! I hope your break was filled with joy, laughter, and quality time with loved ones. For me, the holidays were a much-needed opportunity to recharge and spend precious moments with my …
Hello Listeners! I’m so excited to share that I was recently interviewed on the SheEducates podcast! In this episode, I had a fantastic conversation about my journey as a PE teacher, from the UK to Malaysia, and the experiences that have shaped my approach to teaching and advocating for gender equality in sports. We …
I’m excited to share that I was featured on PE Insights by PE Scholar, where we discussed my teaching journey and how it led me to specialize in Primary PE. In this episode, I talk about discovering the transformative power of storytelling in Physical Education and its profound impact on engaging young learners. …
Storytelling in physical education | Podcast with PE Scholar Read More »
I was thrilled to join Ryan Underwood again for my second appearance on the show. My first appearance was back in episode 137, where we explored all things Primary PE, including my favorite warm-up activities, top tips, and more. In this episode, I had the chance to catch up with Ryan about everything …
Storytelling, Cognitive Biases & PE Life After Lockdown | Podcast with The PE Umbrella Read More »
I had the pleasure of joining host Ryan Ellis to share my journey as a PE teacher working abroad. Having spent my entire career teaching in various international settings, it was a unique opportunity to discuss how teaching PE in different countries—ranging from secondary to primary—has shaped my perspective and approach to education. …
PE Tales from China | Podcast with The PE Umbrella Read More »