World History Modern, Modern Genocide Studies, Room 413
nbumpus@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by checking for assignments on the Classwork tab of Google Classroom, making sure students join daily Meets, and encouraging students to reach out if they have any questions or concerns.

I love teaching social studies because not only do I love the stories of human history, but I am passionate about human rights. I am encouraged by the hearts of this generation and their desire to see all people be treated with dignity and respect.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me spending time with my family, whether it is driving them around from one activity to the next, or enjoying quality time on the lake or at the campground.

World History Ancient, World History Modern, US History, Room 405
wcasertano@ledyard.net
Twitter: @mrcasertano

For my class, families can help their students succeed by helping your student stay organized and continually meeting deadlines.

I love teaching social studies because it helps us all understand the world in which we live that much better.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me playing chauffeur for my two daughters.

Civics, Room 406
sgalante@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by helping your students to create a space at home for "attending class" using the Google Meet program. Encourage them to use the camera during classes. Seeing one another leads to better conversations.

I love teaching social studies because because it empowers students to participate in, and change, their public world. During this course students will be asked to identify issues that impact their community in a major way. After proper research, they will advocate for a change they would like to see, and push for that change. Students will find stakeholders that will sometimes help, and sometimes stand in the way of their projects. There will be disappointments, there will be victories, but in the end, it is our hope that they persevere.

American government and civic responsibility is something that I take very seriously. By the end of this class your student will have a better understanding of how to participate in their government, and how to use their power to impact change.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me in nature. I may be hiking, scouting, fishing, foraging, or just reading a book in my backyard after doing a bit of gardening. My wonderful dog Penny will be by my side for most of these activities.

World History Modern, 20th Century American Pop Culture, Room 403
ahargus@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by having a quiet place to work and checking in to see how they are doing.

I love teaching social studies because I love it when students are able to see how history applies to their lives and when students feel comfortable taking academic risks in class discussion and activities.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me going for a long run, boating with my family, and relaxing with my 13-year-old and 9-year-old.

APUSH, US History, Anthropology, Room 401
jobrien@ledyard.net
Twitter: @jobrien771

For my class, families can help their students succeed by reminding them to check Google Classroom, encouraging them to email the teacher if they have any questions, and having them check the weekly schedule posted in Class Resources in Google Classroom if they are unsure about what we are doing in class on a certain day.

I love teaching social studies because I love learning about people and places all over the world and throughout different time periods.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me taking my dogs for a walk or spending time with my family.

Civics, World History, Room 402
tsmith@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by encouraging them to stay organized and up to date with their assignments as well as to ask for help when they need it.

I love teaching social studies because it gives me an opportunity to broaden students’ perspectives on their nation and their world.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me walking my terrier mix Louie down by the beach, going out to breakfast with some old friends, reading or doing needlepoint.

U.S. History and AP Psychology, Room 404
evanfrachen@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by making sure your students have a dedicated place to work and focus while at home.

I love teaching social studies because I like learning about my students. In U.S. History I get to see where they stand on different issues and then how they are able to articulate why they feel the way they do.