Monday, November 30, 2015

Introductions

I know, I know, we already covered introductions at the beginning of the school year. However, now that I am taking over Mr. Graham's History of the Americas class, I want to take some time to reintroduce myself.

Currently I am a graduate student at Lewis and Clark College, working toward my Masters in the Arts of Teaching with a focus on Social Studies. Before enrolling at Lewis and Clark College, I worked as a union organizer for nearly five years between Portland and Seattle, Washington. Before becoming a union organizer, I received my Bachelors in the Arts in International Studies from the University of Washington in 2010, and have completed additional education at Cornell University and Portland Community College in the years in-between. 

I am going on my fourth year in Portland, Oregon, but have called the Pacific Northwest home since for nearly 10 years. I love many of the things that draw people to the Northwest: good food, good company, our beautiful environment, and yes, the weather.

Growing up I always dreamed of a career in teaching. I believe our youth are the single greatest resource we have for securing a more just, equitable, and compassionate future. I consider it a privilege to get to work with our youth and endeavor together to learn more about our society, whether through reflection of the past or in pursuit of ideas for a better future.

This is a brief introduction, of course. The best way to get to know me is to simply ask. Feel free to stop me before or after class, or send me an email.

Welcome to Mr. Reed's History of the Americas

Welcome, this is the class blog for Mr. Reed's IB History of the Americas. Here you will find:

  • An overview of each class, including: agenda, assignments, homework;
  • Related course materials, links, and resources;
  • Relevant connections between what we study in the classroom and what we experience in our community.
This website is a tool designed to enhance our learning and class experience. Feel free to meet with me in class or send me an email with any ideas or suggestions for improving the class blog.