Join Dr. Beighle, Angela Stark, and Dr. Erin Centeio for an inside look at how thoughtful leadership and practical innovation can reshape health and PE in schools. Through honest stories and actionable insights, they explores mentorship, movement integration, program sustainability, and making wellness a school-wide priority. It’s a motivating conversation about empowering educators, supporting students, and building healthier communities, one intentional decision at a time.

Episode Highlights

06:47 – Professional Growth Through Conferences: Reference to state and national PE conferences, highlighting how in-person conferences influence their practice and bring fresh strategies back to their schools.

12:06 – Every Educator’s Journey Looks Different: A reflection on how each teacher enters and evolves in the profession, acknowledging varied paths and learning curves.

16:39 – Transition Into Deeper Discussion: The conversation shifts toward examples and stories that lay the groundwork for their PE philosophy.

21:44 – Supporting Student Teachers Effectively: They explain hands-on strategies for preparing student teachers, including real-time feedback and mentoring roles.

26:29 – Timing Challenges in Program Implementation: Discussion around the complexity of aligning program timing with school schedules, resources, and readiness.

41:31 – Modeling Healthy Behaviors for Students: They stress the importance of teachers modeling physical activity and wellness, not just teaching it.

45:41 – Wellness Committees as Sustainability Engines: An explanation of why wellness committees are essential for long-term success in schoolwide health initiatives.

56:26 – Closing Reflections & Final Clarifications: A brief wrap-up moment and closing statements