8th Grade United States History Early Civilization to Reconstruction Coach Kuntz Bellwork- Answer the following: What do you think the most important historical event in your lifetime was? Why do you think it is important to study history?

Coach Kuntz Graduated from Ole Miss in 2014 Graduated from the University of Memphis in 2016 I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Mississippi in 2014 and I graduated with my Master’s of Public Administration in 2016.

Worked as a Graduate Assistant at University of Memphis Organized the Mayor’s Youth Council for the City of Horn Lake Worked as the Grants Administrator and PIO for DeSoto County During my career, I have worked as a Gradate Assistant at the University of Memphis, where I helped with research in the field of Public Administration (focusing on government finance), and I worked for the City of Horn Lake where I helped coordinate the Mayor’s Youth Council. My most recent job had me working for the DeSoto County Government; there I served as the Grants Administrator and Public Information Officer for the County.

My wife, Anna, is also a teacher My wife, Anna, is also a teacher. She teaches 7th grade math at Olive Branch Middle School. We both love animals, and currently have five pets: three cats named Esmeralda, Crookshanks, and Korra and two dogs named Justice and Kashyyyk (Kashi).

Rules of the classroom: Be respectful to everyone! Be prepared for class each day and have all necessary materials. Follow all Lake Cormorant Middle School rules.

Getting Organized: I recommend a three ring binder with pockets The binder needs to have four sections: Syllabus Bell Work Notes Class Assignments Homework can go in the front pocket and documents to be signed can go in back pocket

Grading: Tests/Quizzes- 40% 35%- Daily Grades 15%- Homework/Lab/PBA 10%- 9 Weeks & Semester Exam

Tonight's Homework: Get syllabus signed by your parent/guardian Get parent/guardian to sign up for Remind App Get organized for this class!