I graduated from Virginia Tech in December 2000. It was a semester early and a blessing in disguise. A teacher retired early and I was able to get a job right away. I went to college as a Biology major and left with a teaching degree and endorsements in PK through 12th grade Health and Physical Education. I grew up as a child of two teachers, so I guess it was in my blood. The homemade overhead projectors at age 10 may have also been a give away.
My sister and I cheering on the HOKIES!
I started out teaching middle school health and PE. I was moved to a new high school that opened. It was then that I realized, I was not meant to teach at the high school level. I was fortunate enough to move to the elementary level the following year and I have NEVER looked backed.
During my first five years at the elementary level, I traveled between two schools. The last nine years, I have been at one school. We use an Encore Rotation for PE, Music, Art, and Library. Basically, it is like block scheduling for the elementary level.
I was also a high school varsity volleyball coach for 14 years. I started coaching volleyball when I was in college. My dad took over a high school program and I would help when I was in town from college. Coaching was something that I knew I wanted to do. My dad always coached and my family was always in a gym or on a field. Right out of college, I coached three sports - basketball, volleyball, and track. Once I had my first child, I gave up basketball and then a couple of years later gave up track. After having my third son, I decided it was time to put more of my time towards my boys. They are very involved and I love being able to support them!
I decided to put this blog together after searching for PE ideas and materials....and coming up empty handed. I hope other PE teachers find the ideas helpful and rejuvenating!
