Position: 3-8 Gifted Teacher and 6-7 Advisor
School: Missouri Connections Academy
School District: Sturgeon R-V School District
City, State: Springfield , MO
Music that Describes Rhonda
Rhonda Moffit was nominated by a parent of a student.
"I am writing to nominate Rhonda Moffit, a gifted teacher for third through eighth-grade students, and a middle school advisor, as a LifeChanger in our community," said the nominator. "Rhonda has proven to have a beneficial impact on the lives of over 200 students, and she has been an instrumental figure in developing the school's atmosphere, particularly during the virtual and new school setup."
As an innovative teacher, Ms. Moffit has kept the students engaged and motivated by sorting them into virtual Harry Potter houses, which has created a sense of community and belonging even in a virtual environment. Her leadership within the school district has been phenomenal, and she runs a weekly middle school Learning Pod that allows teachers and students to collaborate for success.
This is Ms. Moffit's fifteenth year of teaching, and she has a record of excellent performance at the professional level. She is committed to producing a nurturing atmosphere that makes parents and students feel relaxed, motivated, and cared for. Her high moral and ethical standards have made her a role model for her students, and both students and parents look to her as a problem solver and a beacon of hope.
"Rhonda is a remarkable teacher who has consistently demonstrated her ability to impact the lives of her students positively," said the nominator. "She has created a safe and nurturing environment for students to thrive in and has shown tremendous leadership within the school district. I wholeheartedly recommend Rhonda Moffit the LifeChanger in our community award for these reasons."