David Starnes

Hi

I am beyond excited to start a brand new school year at RLMS! Teaching is my passion. This year I am teaching 7th Grade Texas History and 8th grade US History, and I am Assistant Coach for all girl's athletics here at Red Lick.

Although this will be my third year at Red Lick, I have been in education for 19 years, and have taught K-8th grade.

I am married to Kimberlie Starnes, who is a fellow educator here at Red Lick Middle School, and I have three sons named Jonathan, Josiah, and Jared. Jared is a 5th grade student at Red Lick Middle School.

I am certified to teach Social Studies 7th- 12th grade, Early Childhood EC-4th, and ESL all grades. I hold a Legacy Master Math Teacher certification, and I have two Master of Education degrees, one in Curriculum Instruction and one in Educational Leadership. I also have my principal certification.

I am a worship leader and Pastor at Old Union Crosslife Church, and I enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities and the occasional video game.

Schedule

Period 1- US History (8:00-8:45)

Period 2- US History (8:49-9:36)

Period 3- US History (9:40-10:25)

Period 4- Conference (10:25-11:14)

Period 5- Texas History (11:18-12:03)

Advisory (12:38-1:08)

Period 6- Texas History (1:12-1:57)

Period 7- Texas History (2:01-2:46)

Period 8- Texas History (2:50-3:35)

dstarnes@redlickisd.com

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Pat Riley  

                                Texas History Grade 7

Coach Starnes

Conference Time 10:29-11:14                         

Email: dstarnes@redlickisd.com

Red Lick ISD Mission Statement

The mission of the Red Lick ISD is to provide student with an enthusiastic learning experience that is exceptional; to embrace the diversity of our students' learning abilities; to inspire optimism in all students so they may realize their full potential; to be proactive in providing teachers with current technology and training; and to be relentless in the pursuit of these principles for the benefit of our students.

Course Description

In Social Studies grade 7, students study the history of Texas from early times to the present. Students examine the full scope of Texas history, including Natural Texas and its People; Age of Contact; Spanish Colonial; Mexican National; Revolution and Republic; Early Statehood; Texas in the Civil War and Reconstruction; Cotton, Cattle, and Railroads; Age of Oil; Texas in the Great Depression and World War II; Civil Rights and Conservatism; and Contemporary Texas eras. The focus in each era is on key individuals, events, and issues and their impact. Students identify regions of Texas and the distribution of population within and among the regions and explain the factors that caused Texas to change from an agrarian to an urban society. Students describe the structure and functions of municipal, county, and state governments, explain the influence of the U.S. Constitution on the Texas Constitution, and examine the rights and responsibilities of Texas citizens. Students use primary and secondary sources to examine the rich and diverse cultural background of Texas as they identify the different racial and ethnic groups that settled in Texas to build a republic and then a state. Students analyze the impact of scientific discoveries and technological innovations on the development of Texas in various industries such as agricultural, energy, medical, computer, and aerospace. Students use primary and secondary sources to acquire information about Texas.

Classroom Expectations

The student will be required to comply with the Code of Conduct outlined in the Student

Handbook. In addition:

1. Daily each student will be expected to be in class on time with all needed supplies.

2. Each student is expected to contribute openly and honestly to classroom discussions,

simulations and role-play.

3. Each student is expected to have an open mind to new concepts and ideas that are

presented throughout the year, whether from myself or another student, so the benefit of

broadening one’s horizons in US History is expanded.

4. Cell Phones- Students should not have their cell phones on their person. Cell phones may be kept in their backpack. If a student is on their phone during class, the cell phone could be taken up and sent to the front office. Students in emergency situations should let me know as soon as possible. 

Texas History Grade 7

GRADING SYSTEM

Assignment grades are categorized as follows:

Part 1 – Daily grades: Interactive Notebooks and Quizzes (60% of grade)

Part 2 – Tests, projects, essays or other high level performance assignments (40% of

grade)

Redos- I generally let students redo daily work, for a grade up to 70, as long as I feel they are working hard. Students have multiple opportunities to pass my class. I will work with any student who is making a good faith effort. 

SUPPLIES NEEDED

Supplies have been provided to students this year. 


    US History Grade 8

Coach Starnes

Conference Time 10:25-11:14                       

Cell: 903-733-0921

Red Lick ISD Mission Statement

The mission of the Red Lick ISD is to provide student with an enthusiastic learning experience that is exceptional; to embrace the diversity of our students' learning abilities; to inspire optimism in all students so they may realize their full potential; to be proactive in providing teachers with current technology and training; and to be relentless in the pursuit of these principles for the benefit of our students.

 Goals

By the end of the school year, you should be able to:

1. Identify the key events that led to the colonization of North America and formation of

the United States.

2. Contrast and compare the major movements in each era of US History from

colonization through Reconstruction.

3. Explain the impact that key people in US History had upon the development of our nation.

4. Analyze and apply historical cycles to the present and possible future of your state, nation and world based on past events.

5. Describe the physical locations and characteristics of places and regions of the U.S.

Course Description: United States History to 1877

The overall focus will be the European events that led to the colonization of North American and the creation of the United States. The greatest focus will be on the creation of a Republic and its continuous evolution through the early years until Reconstruction after the American Civil War.

Classroom Expectations

The student will be required to comply with the Code of Conduct outlined in the Student

Handbook. In addition:

1. Daily each student will be expected to be in class on time with all needed supplies.

2. Each student is expected to contribute openly and honestly to classroom discussions, simulations and role-play.

3. Each student is expected to have an open mind to new concepts and ideas that are presented throughout the year, whether from myself or another student, so the benefit of broadening one’s horizons in US History is expanded.

4. Cell Phones- Students should not have their cell phones on their person. Cell phones may be kept in their backpack. If a student is on their phone during class, the cell phone could be taken up and sent to the front office. Students in emergency situations should let me know as soon as possible. 

US History Grade 8

GRADING SYSTEM

Assignment grades are categorized as follows:

Part 1 – Daily grades: Interactive Notebooks and Quizzes (60% of grade)

Part 2 – Tests, projects, essays or other high level performance assignments (40% of

grade)

Redos- I generally let students redo work, including tests, for a grade up to 80, as long as I feel they are working hard. Students have multiple opportunities to pass my class. 

STAAR- Students will take a US History STAAR test in May.

SUPPLIES NEEDED

Supplies have been given to students this year.