• To the parents and guardians:

    Welcome back to a new school year at James S. Rickards High School. My name is Dr. Anthony Thompson and I will be your child’s Honors United States History teacher this year. I earned my Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Florida State University. I have a Master’s degree in History from Florida A&M University. I also obtained my Bachelor’s degree in Social Science Education from Rust College in Holly Springs, Mississippi. I have over 12 years of professional teaching experience. I’m eager to get started this new year and with this great group of terrific children. I am confident that together we’ll have a fun and productive year.

    I am looking forward to teaching your children the importance of history, civic responsibility in their communities, and being critical thinkers about the issues that involve the world around them and abroad.

    I intend to make learning a positive experience for your child and ask you to help me by supporting your child at home through encouraging them to read assigned text, watch assigned videos, and read the notes they take in class. Attached are forms that will help me teach your child better and to achieve their learning and social needs. Each of these sheets will also be counted as a homework grade. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me via email.

    Thank you so much for all your help. I look forward to meeting you soon. Let’s have a great year together!

    Sincerely,

    Dr. Anthony Thompson

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Getting to Know You, The Student!

     

     

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