Where Learning is Fun!

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” -Mahatma Gandhi Political & Spiritual Leader in India

To make the subject matter interesting To inspire critical thinking To raise the self-esteem of every child

Alberstsons Grocery Store Cal State Fullerton B.A. in History & Political Science East Whittier Middle School Concordia University M.A. in Curriculum & Design Culver City Middle School Present

Geography Hominids & the Stone Age Mesopotamia Ancient Egypt (Kingdom of Kush & Israeli) Ancient India Ancient China Ancient Greece The Roman Empire

What Makes a Successful Student? Goals, Time Management, & Binder Organization Cornell Notes Annotating Socratic Seminar Philosophical Chairs College Project

I give short homework assignments. They consist of 3 to 4 written questions or a vocabulary assignment. Sometimes homework assignments entail a conversation with a family member. “Home-School Connections” Students and parents should be looking at the website regularly. I assign NO major projects outside the classroom that cost any money!!!

30% General Classwork Homework 70% In-Class Projects Summative Writing Assignments Exams & Quizzes

Make a good decision Solve the problem Show respect

Please, never hesitate to contact me will questions and/or concerns. Remember it’s my job and you pay my salary!!!