Huffman recipient of NCSS Secondary Teacher of the Year Award
SMITHVILLE − Kimberly Huffman is the recipient of the 2022 National Council for the Social Studies Secondary Teacher of the Year award, which is presented annually to a teacher who has made outstanding contributions in teaching social studies to secondary students.
Huffman is a social studies instructor in Smithville who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to her profession. She has been recognized for her teaching style, which incorporates a wide range of creative activities and instructional strategies to help students develop a deeper understanding of social studies concepts, according to a news release.
Huffman was celebrated at the 102nd NCSS annual conference. She hosted a collaborative session on professional development opportunities at the conference, sharing her insights and experiences with other educators from across the country.
Her entry for the award included a lesson plan on First Amendment Protection of Student Speech, which demonstrated her commitment to providing students with a deep understanding of social studies concepts and their real-world applications.
"We are thrilled to recognize Kimberly Huffman as the 2022 NCSS Secondary Teacher of the Year," said NCSS President Shannon Pugh. "Her dedication to social studies education and commitment to excellence in teaching have made her a true leader in the field. She is an inspiration to educators everywhere, and we are proud to honor her with this award."
"Kimberly Huffman is an exemplary social studies educator, whose commitment to student learning and professional growth are evident in all aspects of her work" said NCSS Executive Director Lawrence Paska." Her dedication to teaching and learning is reflected not only in her impressive lesson plans and instructional strategies but also in her willingness to share her expertise with colleagues."