Degree(s): BA, History (Minor, Secondary Education) From: The Master’s University Certification(s): Secondary Social Studies, Secondary US History Subjects I teach: US History World History Psychology Sociology Law & Society I teach because: I love helping students discover and understand the breadth and depth of the human experience, both past and present. I find people and their stories endlessly fascinating, and I love to share my passion with students Something I bring to the classroom: I bring my desire to see each student both succeed academically and become more curious about and involved with the world around them. How to contact me:Petry.classroom@gmail.com
Joshua Brink
Degree(s): Bachelors: History M:Ed Educational Leadership From: University of Arizona Northern Arizona University Certification(s): 7-12 English 7-12 History Subjects I teach: English (ELA) 1-8 I teach because: I love it. I enjoy the day to day challenge of inspiring students to love reading, and writing with a purpose. I enjoy the interactions with my students, and that “a-ha” moment that comes when they understand a concept that I was working with them with. Something I bring to the classroom: A wide array of experiences and an overabundance of anecdotes that can sometimes become non-sequiturs in the classroom. Honestly though, the experiences I have been through allow me a wide array of perspectives and insights on how to reach someone. How to contact me: Joshua.brink@dvusd.org
MELISA REAGAN
Degree(s): BA Communications / MA Education From: Grand Canyon University / University of Phoenix Certification(s): ELA Secondary Education Subjects I teach: English, Yearbook, Electives I teach because: Students deserve to have teachers who are passionate about the subject they teach and about working with teenagers. Something I bring to the classroom: First and foremost as the mother of four boys, I have an appreciation for the trials and travails of students. I love teaching and am so glad that I chose to pursue education as a career. How to contact me: Melissa.reagan@dvusd.org
