Mallory Nutt — 2020 Nebraska Elementary School Physical Education Teacher of the Year

Background

Mallory Nutt from Randolph Elementary School was named the 2020 Nebraska Elementary School Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska Society of Health and Physical Educators. This organization’s mission is to promote healthy lifestyles through leadership, professional development and advocacy in the areas of health, physical education, recreation and dance. It’s a state affiliate of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Every year, the organization recognizes educators for their exemplary leadership and programming in the categories of health and high school, middle school, elementary and adapted physical education.

Explanation

The Nebraska Society of Health and Physical Educators named Mallory Nutt from Randolph Elementary School the 2020 Elementary School Physical Education Teacher of the Year.

The organization said this about Nutt when announcing the honor:

“Nutt always goes above and beyond for her students and fellow teachers. Her classroom is very energetic, fully inclusive for all students, and she uses a variety of technology to make it fun and engaging. As if her work within her school district weren’t enough, she also led a statewide Twitter chat to help Nebraska teachers get through the shift to e-learning in the spring. Mallory is not only an asset to her school but also the state. She integrates mindfulness and social and emotional wellness into every class. You will see her actively participating alongside her students. She truly leads by example in class and out.”

Proposal

That the Lincoln Board of Education adopt the following resolution:

WHEREAS, Mallory Nutt has been named the 2020 Nebraska Elementary School Physical Education Teacher of the Year; and

WHEREAS, Mallory Nutt demonstrates a passion for physical education and a deep commitment to her students; and

WHEREAS, Mallory Nutt inspires a love for physical education among her students that leads to a lifetime of activity; and

WHEREAS, Mallory Nutt has earned the deep respect of not only her colleagues in Lincoln Public Schools but of her fellow teacher across the state; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Lincoln Board of Education
does hereby congratulate Mallory Nutt for being named the 2020 Nebraska Elementary School Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska Society of Health and Physical Educators.

Updated February 10, 2021