Jennings Named MOSHAPE Teacher of the Year

Melody Jennings, instructor in exercise science, was named a 2025 Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Missouri Society of Health and Physical Educators (MOSHAPE). The award winners are recognized for their outstanding contributions to health and physical education and are selected based on criteria that reflect a comprehensive and high-quality program that includes standards-based instruction, implementation of best teaching practices in health and physical education, the application of effective classroom assessment strategies and active advocacy for the profession. Jennings was one of eight teachers throughout the state recognized by MOSHAPE.