I was born and raised in Vero Beach, Florida. I am an alumni of John Carroll and after graduation I attended the University of Notre Dame where I earned my BA in Political Science with minors in Public Policy and Latin American Studies. I spent 2 years working for a political consulting firm in West Palm Beach before returning to Vero. I am so excited to be back at John Carroll. I am also the coach for the Girls' Swim Team and the moderator of the Political Science Club.

Class Rules

1. Students will enter the room quietly and be in their seats when the bell rings. You must have a late slip to enter the classroom after the bell.
2. Students need to come prepared for class every day with all their appropriate books and supplies.
3. Food, gum and/or drinks (including bottled water) are not allowed in the classroom.
4. All students must adhere to school dress code throughout the entire class.
5. Students will be respectful of each others’ ideas, opinions and views throughout all class discussions.
6. Rudeness and other class disruptions will not be tolerated.

Grading Policies

1. Tests- Tests are 45% of your grade. Make up tests for excused absences will be given after school the next day.
2. Quizzes- Quizzes are 30% of your grade.
3. Projects & Classwork- These will be assigned throughout the semester and will be worth 15% of your grade.
4. Homework- Homework (including currents events) will be worth 10%.
5. Cheating will not be tolerated. A zero will be given to any student who participates.

This week we will be finishing chapter 3 and starting the Bill of Rights.
Academic Study Guides are due on Tuesday, Sept. 7th
We will have a test on Thursday or Friday covering Chapter 3 and the Bill of Rights.