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My guest today is Jen Smith, a passionate PE leader and teacher from Denver, Colorado, who recently returned from the 2025 SHAPE America National Convention in Baltimore. Jen has been teaching for over 20 years and is known for her energy, thoughtful leadership, and commitment to elevating the field of physical education.
In this episode, Jen and I discuss:
- What made SHAPE Baltimore stand out from past conventions
- How professional development helps reignite passion for teaching
- Memorable sessions, presenters, and takeaways from the week
- How to bring the energy and ideas from the conference back to your own teaching
- Why connection and community matter more than ever in our profession
If you missed the conference or want to relive the highlights, this recap will give you insight, inspiration, and ideas you can bring into your own practice.
Secure your spot for the 2025-2026 DPE Virtual Book Study, facilitated by Gary Zaharatos and Jen Smith. Buy tickets here! Feel free to email gary@distinguishedpe.com for group discounts or any questions.
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