Mr. Hofmann: From Up Stairs to Up Front

American author and motivational speaker Rachel Hollis has a quote that says, "Moving doesn't change who you are. It only changes the view outside your window." In Mr. Hofmann's case, the view from his window changed from the practice field to the front parking lot. The jump from math teacher to Vice Principal of 9th and 10th grade was difficult and every day throws him a new challenge.

“I loved teaching and interacting with students in the classroom,” said Mr. Hofmann, referring to the transition. 

Becoming an administrator came with challenges he hadn’t thought about before the promotion, like how different each day can be from one another and how challenging it can be to prepare for everything that may come. 

It also came with a lot of personal growth, and days he dealt with an inner struggle of whether or not it was the right move.

Despite the difficulties, he insists the people here, as well as the positive relationships that have been built, make it worth it. 

“(Mr. Becchetti and Mrs. Theony have) been great mentors,” said Mr. Hofmann. “If it weren’t for the other administrators being who they are as people and colleagues, it would’ve made the transition much harder.”

According to Mrs. Rogalewicz, who started at the same time as Mr. Hofmann, their first year here together was “typical of a first-year teacher” as it was hectic and full of figuring out new things that led to more personal growth and experience.

During his years here as a teacher, Mr. Hofmann’s been a part of seven league and eight district championship teams as a coach with the track team. 

Most important to him though, has been connecting with his students and watching them grow throughout the years of high school. 

Now in his new role in the school, Mr. Hofmann hopes to help change the climate of the school. 

“We want our teachers and staff to feel valued and appreciated. We want our students to feel this is a great place to come and learn.” 

“So far so good. I think he’s a good mix of tough and soft. He’s always fair and well-respected,” said Mrs. Rogalewicz about Mr. Hofmann's work so far. “I hope he follows through with policies and holds everyone to the same standards.”