Shawnee High School Announces Mr. Dan O'Keefe as Teacher of the Year

Mr. Dan O'Keefe, Shawnee High School Math Teacher, has been named Teacher of the Year!

Medford, NJ – Shawnee High School announces and proudly congratulates Daniel O’Keefe, Shawnee High School Math Teacher, as Teacher of the Year. 

Mr. Dan O'Keefe embodies the qualities of an exceptional educator. He demonstrates care and compassion toward his students, actively participates in numerous clubs and activities, and volunteers for almost every school event.  In the classroom, Dan demonstrates a passion for teaching, creating lessons and activities that ask students to apply mathematical and RBT principles to the real world.   Dan's true focus is on teaching students to take responsibility for their learning.

Outside of the classroom, Dan is deeply involved in extracurricular activities. He serves as the voice of the Shawnee football team, helps organize and serves as the “master of ceremony” for pep rallies, nominates students for "People's Choice" awards, and participates in school fundraisers like the Kids for Wish Talent Show. Additionally, Dan is the Head Coach of Girls’ Tennis, and is an Assistant Coach of Boys' Swimming, Boys' Lacrosse, and previously coached Esports when the program was brand new.

Matthew Campbell, Principal of Shawnee High School, states, “Dan embraces the deep-rooted culture and traditions of Shawnee and is always successful in connecting with students in ways which resonate with them in today’s world.”  He continues, “From his first day as a Renegade, Dan not only serves as a great role model for students, but is a consummate professional to work with, ensuring he always treats everyone with the utmost respect.” 

Photo Caption L to R: Shawnee High School Principal Mr. Matthew Campbell, Teacher of the Year Mr. Daniel O’Keefe, and Assistant Principal/Math Supervisor Mrs. Ryann DiNatale.

(Photo Credit: Shawnee Photo Club under the direction of Christian Hochenberger)