As the end of 2023 approaches, it's easy for PDHPE & CAFS teachers to feel overwhelmed by everything left to do before the holidays. While it's normal to feel stressed this time of year, it's important we also take steps to set ourselves up for success in the new year.

In my latest podcast "5...

Consent and sex education are important topics for students to learn, but they can be difficult subjects for teachers to broach in an engaging way. In a recent interview for The PDHPE & CAFS Podcast, Natalie Stokell shares practical strategies she uses in her own workshops that bring these...

Are you ready to conquer Term 4 as a PDHPE and Community and Family Studies teacher? Term 4 is often a whirlwind of activity, and whether you're an experienced educator or new to the field, it can be overwhelming. But fear not, because I'm here to share four straightforward strategies that will...

As a former teacher with over 20 years of experience, my mission is to help you protect your precious time, energy, and well-being. Let’s explore the joys of the school holidays, the challenges of a new term, and some strategies to make your teaching journey smoother!

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Today, I want to talk to you about something that's been on my mind for a while. It's time to get off your Community and Family Studies (CAFS) Island. Let's explore a better, more efficient and supportive way to navigate your Community and Family Studies journey. Why should you listen to me?...

As a Health and Movement Science educator, you have a unique opportunity to empower your students with skills that will shape their future success. Let's explore the ins and outs of the Collaborative Investigation within the Health and Movement Science Syllabus for Year 11, offering you a...

Let’s discover the ins and outs of the new Health and Movement Science syllabus, exploring what's in, what's out, and how these changes will shape the learning experiences of our students.

 It’s time to unravel the mysteries of the refreshed course!

Unpacking the Syllabus: What's...

 As an experienced teacher and coach in the field of PDHPE and CAFS, I cannot contain my excitement about the new Health and Movement Science (HMS) Syllabus. Having taken a deep dive into its content, I am truly in awe of the thoughtfulness and relevance it brings to Stage 6 PDHPE. Read on...

Are you stuck for ideas to work with your Year 11 Community & Family Studies students?

Want to make every lesson count with your Year 11 CAFS Crew? ‍

In today's Podcast episode, we chat about what you can do to make meaningful connections from the Year 11 Community & Family Studies...

In this episode of The Learning Network Podcast, a podcast for educators, teachers, entrepreneurs and Community and Family Studies students, I am joined by a very special guest, Megan Durham, who shares with us what we can do to protect our time, our energy and our wellbeing.

If you've...

In this episode of The Learning Network Podcast, I will be chatting to you about 5 lessons I have learnt throughout 2022! 

This year has been a bit of a different one for me and I just wanted to share some things I have learnt in my personal life and work life as I moved into my 3rd year of...

In this episode of The Learning Network Podcast, I am chatting to you about focusing on what really matters and this time of year!

As we head into the busy end of Term 4 it's important for us to focus on the things that really matter, both as an educator, as a parent, but also as a...