School Health Educators

Ideas for How to Recharge over the Summer Months with Nicole Sheffer

As the school year comes to an end for many HE teachers, the summer provides us with time to recharge before another school year. In this episode Nicole Sheffer, SHAPE America’s Southern District Teacher of the Year for 2026, shares how she recharges to inspire others. Discussed ideas include professional development, connections with other educators, and supporting teacher morale. You can connect with Nicole Sheffer by emailing her at: Nicole.sheffer@jefferson.kyschools.us [Nicole.sheffer@jefferson.kyschools.us] Remember you can watch this episode on the School Health Educators YouTube channel here. [https://youtu.be/_6ezvEo0ibU] To be a guest on the School Health Educators’ Podcast or to contact Lori about other things, email her at schoolhealtheducators@gmail.com or check out her websites at: www.schoolhealtheducators.org [http://www.schoolhealtheducators.org/] and www.lorireichel.com [http://www.lorireichel.com/].

Chatting with Drew Miller about Ensuring a Comfortable Environment in HE Classes

Want to know how health education teachers create a comfortable classroom environment? Drew Miller, the 2026 SHAPE Eastern Division Health Education Teacher of the Year, shares his advice, along with some of his favorite lessons. To connect with Drew Miller, reach out on socials (Instagram, TikTok, X) @Millerhealthed Remember you can watch this episode on the School Health Educators YouTube channel here. [https://youtu.be/4sXi3nudVEw] To be a guest on the School Health Educators’ Podcast or to contact Lori about other things, email her at schoolhealtheducators@gmail.com or check out her websites at: www.schoolhealtheducators.org [http://www.schoolhealtheducators.org/] and www.lorireichel.com [http://www.lorireichel.com/].

Not Your Momma’s Sex Ed… with Dr. Sue Milstein

Spring has arrived, and many health educators are getting ready to teach human sexuality lessons. In this episode, guest Dr. Sue Milstein offers helpful reminders to stay current on the topic. She also discusses how human sexuality education has evolved and shares resources to support best practices. Contact Dr. Sue at/through: email  MilsteinHC@gmail.com [MilsteinHC@gmail.com] L Linkedin  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-milstein-16b4a49/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-milstein-16b4a49/] or Instagram @heydrsue or through her website milsteinhc.com [http://milsteinhc.com/] Remember, you can watch this episode on the School Health Educators YouTube channel here. [https://youtu.be/Vs7X36Zc0l0] To be a guest on the School Health Educators’ Podcast or to contact Lori about other things, email her at schoolhealtheducators@gmail.com or check out her websites at: www.schoolhealtheducators.org [http://www.schoolhealtheducators.org/] and www.lorireichel.com [http://www.lorireichel.com/].

FHK Reminders for Puberty Lessons

In this episode, Lori reminds listeners of the typical changes children go through during puberty. She also suggests two standards to guide the development of a skill-based unit that incorporates functional health knowledge about puberty, along with resources to support planning these units and lessons. Remember, you can watch this episode on the School Health Educators YouTube channel here. [https://youtu.be/thy_WApi5gg] To be a guest on the School Health Educators’ Podcast or to contact Lori about other things, email her at schoolhealtheducators@gmail.com or check out her websites at: www.schoolhealtheducators.org [http://www.schoolhealtheducators.org/] and www.lorireichel.com [http://www.lorireichel.com/].

How We Need to “Talk More” with guest Lauren Barinaeu

Children and youth need many conversations regarding growing up, including talking about their bodies and how they change. In this episode, Lauren Barinaeu, the person behind Talk More, discusses the importance of these early conversations. She shares specific strategies and resources to get you started.  To contact Lauren, go to her website at: www.talk-more.org [http://www.talk-more.org/] Remember you can watch this episode on the School Health Educators YouTube Channel here. [https://youtu.be/VIuLCkxdxuI] To be a guest on the School Health Educators’ Podcast or to contact Lori about other things, email her at schoolhealtheducators@gmail.com or check out her websites at: www.schoolhealtheducators.org [http://www.schoolhealtheducators.org/] and www.lorireichel.com [http://www.lorireichel.com/].