Distinguished Physical Education Podcast Episodes

#47 - Helping Every Student Find Their Thing | Amanda Flohrs

For information on our K-5 Curriculum, self-paced graduate courses, ten-session live virtual course, facilitator certification program, book, or merch, visit www.distinguishedpe.com [http://www.distinguishedpe.com] or email gary@distinguishedpe.com [gary@distinguishedpe.com]    Amanda Flohrs has been teaching physical education for 14 years. She is currently a middle school health and physical education teacher in Owatonna, Minnesota. She graduated in 2011 with her degree in Health and Physical Education and a minor in Adapted PE. In 2021, she earned her Master's in Teaching, Learning, and Leadership from Southwest Minnesota State University. She is also the 2025 Minnesota Shape Middle School Teacher of the Year.    Connect with Amanda on IG [https://www.instagram.com/oms_flohrs/] (oms_flohrs)   Distinguished Physical Education Logos created by Alex Stone [https://www.instagram.com/alexstone___/]

#46 - Building a Student-Driven Fitness Program | Derek Thomas

For information on our K-5 Curriculum, self-paced graduate courses, ten-session live virtual course, facilitator certification program, book, or merch, visit www.distinguishedpe.com [http://www.distinguishedpe.com] or email gary@distinguishedpe.com [gary@distinguishedpe.com]   Derek Thomas is a national board certified PE teacher at Cheyenne High School in North Las Vegas and the 2024 Shape Nevada and 2025 Shape America Western District High School teacher of the year. His teaching philosophy centers on movement with purpose.  Whether teaching, coaching, or mentoring colleagues, Derek's mission is to make PE a space where every student feels empowered, challenged, and proud of who they're becoming, both in and out of the gym.   Follow Derek on X (@coachDThomas84 [https://x.com/coachDThomas84]) or IG (@lovethegame1984 [https://www.instagram.com/lovethegame1984/])   Distinguished Physical Education Logos created by Alex Stone [https://www.instagram.com/alexstone___/]

#45 - Q&A #1: SHAPE KC, Assessment, PETE Programs, Unit Durations, and More | Jen Smith

For information on our K-5 Curriculum, self-paced graduate courses, ten-session live virtual course, facilitator certification program, book, or merch, visit www.distinguishedpe.com [http://www.distinguishedpe.com] or email gary@distinguishedpe.com [gary@distinguishedpe.com]   Distinguished PE has officially launched new self-paced courses! You can take them for graduate credits, for hours toward renewing your teaching license, or simply for your own professional growth and reflection. Each course aligns with a chapter from Becoming a Distinguished Physical Education Teacher and provides opportunities for authentic, job-embedded learning:   The following three credit, self-paced courses are now available: DPE 101: Promoting Inclusivity and Engagement DPE 102: High Expectations for Student Behavior DPE 103: Optimizing Use of Space and Resources DPE 104: Standards-Based Content and Language Objectives DPE 105: Assessing Students’ Progress and Understanding   You can earn three graduate-level credits for each course (15 total if you complete all five) through Colorado State University Pueblo, which can help teachers move over on their pay scale in many districts. These credits can also be used toward a Masters Degree at CSU! If you’re looking for renewal hours, each one offers up to 100 hours toward your teaching license. To learn more or get registered, email gary@distinguishedpe.com [gary@distinguishedpe.com] or head over to www.distinguishedpe.com [http://www.distinguishedpe.com] and click on Virtual Courses. Click here for the direct link to sign-up: Register Here! [https://forms.gle/nhL4aHDAgngcED2h9]   Distinguished Physical Education Logos created by Alex Stone [https://www.instagram.com/alexstone___/]

#44 - Would You Want to Be on Your Own Team Today? | Liz Potash

For information on our K-5 Curriculum, self-paced graduate courses, ten-session live virtual course, facilitator certification program, book, or merch, visit www.distinguishedpe.com [http://www.distinguishedpe.com] or email gary@distinguishedpe.com [gary@distinguishedpe.com]   Liz Potash has been teaching since 2002 and is currently an Elementary PE teacher at Goodnoe Elementary School in the Council Rock School District located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Liz is beginning her 5th year at the school teaching Grades K-6. Previously, she taught 10 years at Council Rock High School South and prior to that spent 9 years at Holland Middle School, all in the same district. For the last 14 years she has also served as the district curriculum coordinator, where she oversees the Health & PE programs for all 14 schools, with about 40 teachers under her lead. Liz is a strong believer in the importance of making Health and PE meaningful and relevant, while building strong relationships with her students.   Follow Liz on X [https://x.com/crhpe] (@crhpe) or IG [https://www.instagram.com/crhpe/] Contact Liz: epotash@crsd.org [epotash@crsd.org]    Distinguished Physical Education Logos created by Alex Stone [https://www.instagram.com/alexstone___/]

#43 - Assessment and Social Skill Development | Derek Martinez

For information on our K-5 Curriculum, self-paced graduate courses, ten-session live virtual course, facilitator certification program, book, or merch, visit www.distinguishedpe.com [http://www.distinguishedpe.com] or email gary@distinguishedpe.com [gary@distinguishedpe.com]   My guest today is Derek Martinez. Derek was born and raised in northern NV, then moved to Boise where he earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in K-12 Physical Education. After teaching for seven years in Nevada at the elementary level, Derek currently teaches secondary PE in North Carolina. He is passionate about high quality teaching and was recognized for his accomplishments by receiving the Nevada Elementary Teacher of the Year award in 2024.   Follow Derek on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/libertypeakpe/] (@libertypeakpe) or via email: derekmartinez777x@gmail.com [dmartinez@ecsdnv.net]   Distinguished Physical Education Logos created by Alex Stone [https://www.instagram.com/alexstone___/]