Teacher: My name is Mrs. Lisa Foster. I was born and raised in Rochester, NY. I attended college at SUNY Fredonia, where I received a BA in Social Studies Adolescence Education and a BA in History. I am certified to teach 6-12 grade social studies, which includes AP World History: Modern, AP US History, American History (honors & academic), Civics, Personal Financial Literacy (economics), and World History (honors & academic).

I taught in Kingman, AZ from 2010-2013 at a small rural school in which I was the only social studies teacher. I was responsible for all social studies classes from grades 7-12. In 2013, I moved to Raleigh, NC and began my position at Wakefield High School. For the 2021-2022, I will be in my twelfth year of teaching.

I am also the Social Studies Department Chair for Wakefield High School.

Email: lmfoster@wcpss.net

Courses: Fall 2021 - AP World History: Modern, AP United States History; Spring 2022 - AP United States History, American History (academic), Americsn History (honors)

Learning Management System: Google Classroom

Office Hours: 2:30-3:30 (Tuesday and Thursday) *** Students have access to a Google Meet Link for office hours via Google Classroom. ***

Communication: There are four formats for parents to keep track of what the class is learning.

• The first format is a my website linked to the faculty directory on the Wakefield High School website.

• The second format is a group message blast to parents via Talking Points. I send weekly announcements briefly summarizing what was just completed and the learning goals for the upcoming week. The Talking Points App for parents is available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

• The third resource is Google Classroom. You can request a limited access to the site which will allow you to see a list of assignments and due dates, along with any other information posted.

• The final way is through the Talking Points app. I use this to communicate with parents and give reminders and clarifications about assignments. Parents can send me a message, similar to a text message, and I'll promptly respond during normal office hours.