1. Getting to Know About Mrs. Holder SMILE….I am!

2. My History I am a product of Parkway: Green Trails Elementary Parkway Central Jr. and Sr. High: Go Colts!!! MIZZOU: Go Tigers! Maryville University/ Master’s Degree

3. My Family My parents still live in my childhood home in Chesterfield. I am married to Dave, a Computer Specialist Consultant and live in St. Charles. I have 3 teenagers: Brianna is a Senior, attending DePauw University in Indiana and is playing college Volleyball. Logan is a Junior, attending UMC, MIZZOU Valerie is a Sophomore, attending Westminster College and is playing college soccer. We have a 14 year old Yellow Lab named Roscoe and one 1 ½ year old named Rex.

4. Professional Facts Undergraduate Education K-8, UMC Master’s Degree in Education, Maryville University MO Health Certification K-12 Wentzville School District, 5 th grade,12 years Parkway West Middle, Science and Health,3 years Parkway Southwest Middle, classroom health, grades 6,7,8 for 11 years Parkway Alumni Association President, 4 years, Board of Directors, Granting Dreams Chairperson,14 years Pillar of Parkway 2008 World History Certification 2009 Parkway Southwest Middle, World History 2009-2011

5. My Favorites I enjoy: Cooking for others Reading/Learning Singing/Jamming with the radio Being with my children Spending time with my parents Being outside Hanging with my friends Playing with Roscoe and Rex Traveling Visiting my kiddos at college Watching my favorite shows, movies, going to the theater

6. Interesting Facts I have another daughter, Chelsea I have one sister, Cheri I was a Junior Olympic Diver I coached diving for 12 years I coached volleyball for 6 years My favorite color is plum I have a great deal of energy and am very organized. I love working with students!

7. World History: Southwest Middle School World History presents significant people and events. It also encompasses broad historical themes that occur through time. Students will apply concepts from the social sciences including economics, geography, and government/civics to the study of medieval history. Areas of study include: River Valley Civilizations, Egypt, Ancient Greece, Egypt, Ancient Rome, Byzantine Empire, African Empires, Europe, Middle Ages, Japanese Feudalism, Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas.

8. World History Class Requirements Students in World History class will need to: create a WH folder with pockets, prongs and paper to be brought to each class period be prepared for class by bringing their World History textbook, a pencil, pen, hi-lighter, thin black marker and a personal book to read each class period have a personal flash drive will be important throughout the year be responsible and aware to meet deadlines and be prepared for upcoming assessments (Trailblazer homework hotline #314-415-7300-5-2-2) Have a positive attitude, good behavior, and be ready to learn, work together, and have fun.

9. World History: Goals and Objectives The intent, is for students to gain information and knowledge of ancient times through the Middle Ages with a brief introduction to prehistory. Students will be engaged in technology, group work, self-study and research to make connections with the understandings of the past and be able to show how they effect contemporary life and the potential impact on the future. Students should be prepared for class each day with their assignments and materials, and be ready to share new information with their classmates.

10. CITIZENSHIP Citizenship Outstanding! student goes above and beyond what is asked student participates in class student consistently has homework and assignments student is inquisitive about subject matter Satisfactory student is regularly prepared for class with materials and assignments student shows effort and works hard to do well student is paying attention in class and not distracting others Needs Improvement student does not complete assignments student does not to come to class prepared with materials student does not participate in class Unsatisfactory student is rarely prepared for class with materials or assignments student chooses not to participate in class and is often off task student distracts him/herself, and /or others during class time

11. Closure I look forward to working with your child to help them have a successful school year! Thank you, Mrs. Holder