“The kids are the future, we have to make sure we invest in the future…show them how important they all are.show them to be more than their upbringing.”- Shelly Hoffman

In 2014, Shelly Hoffman of Franklin Elementary School in Wichita, Kansas was recognized as SHAPE America’s National Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year (TOY). Shelly has been with her current school district for 26 years.

“I love teaching. I love seeing that light bulb turn on when the kids finally get it. That moment when they achieve it, that is what I love the most. I am the toughest teacher, but it’s because I love the kids and want to see them excel.”