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In the dynamic landscape of high school education, PDHPE teachers play a crucial role not only in imparting knowledge but also in shaping students' confidence and self-esteem. Understanding the importance of self-esteem in academic success and personal development, Angela Nicole is the founder of Bl...

Teaching Groups in Context poses unique challenges for Community and Family Studies teachers, requiring careful planning and execution to ensure comprehensive coverage of the curriculum. In this article, we explore practical strategies to streamline group teaching, empowering educators to maximise e...

Hands-on learning experiences can bring subjects to life for students in powerful ways. For the Community and Family Studies course, excursions and incursions provide opportunities to directly engage with topics and deepen understanding of real-world applications. Here are 6 ideas shared by our Comm...

PDHPE teachers across New South Wales are preparing to implement the new Health and Movement Science Syllabus for Year 11 & 12 students. With changes from the previous syllabus, many teachers have been left feeling overwhelmed by the task of unpacking and understanding the new requirements. 

Downlo...

In this article, we will dive into some insights on mapping the new Health and Movement Science Syllabus to existing resources. With over 16 years in the classroom and extensive experience supporting teachers, I’ll be sharing my strategies for streamlining course development.

Introduction

The intr...

With the rollout of the new Health and Movement Science (HMS) syllabus in New South Wales schools, teachers are faced with navigating significant changes to content, skills and assessment. In this article, I’m sharing insights and strategies gathered from over 20 years in the classroom to support te...

As a teacher of 20 years turned coach and mentor who runs memberships and online courses to support Physical Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) and Community and Family Studies (CAFS) teachers, I recently sat down with Stef Love, a PDHPE teacher who is part of my new Health and Movem...

Teachers in NSW are facing an unprecedented amount of change as new syllabi are rolled out across different subject areas at a rapid pace. This presents both challenges and opportunities for PDHPE teachers to adapt their practice.

The Elephant in the Room
Many PDHPE teachers are feeling overwhelmed ...

 As a new school year begins, it's important for PDHPE & Community & Family Studies teachers to start off on the right foot. Here are some key things to focus on at the start of term using the six step process in the form of the acronym ACTION. 

Advocate for Yourself
As the school year begins, it's ...

 Primary school teachers have a lot on their plates when it comes to curriculum delivery. With constant changes happening across all key learning areas, it can be difficult to keep up and incorporate new requirements into an already busy schedule. Personal Development, Health and Physical Education ...

The PDHPE & CAFS Podcast Episode 83 introduces "Relationships are Everything," focusing on the power of trust as the foundation for transformative teaching in your PDHPE and Community and Family Studies classrooms. We'll discuss the impact of trust-building on student resilience and learning, share ...

In my latest podcast episode, I shared the top 20 teaching tips and lessons I have gathered throughout my extensive 20+ year career in the PDHPE & Community And Family Studies classroom. From building relationships to advocating for self-care, you’ll get a wealth of practical strategies that can tak...