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Hello! My name is Amy Leatherwood, affectionately known around the school as “Ldub.” I graduated with my Bachelors Degree in History and Secondary Education from Xavier University in 1995. I received my Master of Education Degree, Secondary Education, also from Xavier, but in 2006. This school year (2009-10) is my eleventh year teaching. Prior to my arrival at Mariemont, I taught at Princeton High School as well as in a drug rehabilitation program. I am married with three children (see pictures here), Abby, age 10, Matt, 7, and Charlie, 2 months. In my spare time, I like attending my kid’s soccer (and various other sports) games, chasing my dog, camping, gardening, and the like. I’m a big fan of Shelby Foote, red staplers, not sushi (especially when pregnant), FIFA tournaments with my BFF Mr. Vanags, and Forrest Gump. I co-moderate the amazing group Unified for UNIFAT (see details here), along with Mr. Vanags. Student leaders include Alyssa Dockery, Nikki Gauche', and Hannah Swords. See one of us to find out how you can help. Any other questions? Email me, ask me in class, (parents) call me, etc. Thank you :)

Policies:

Make-Up Work
You must see me BEFORE school to get any make-up work due to an absence. I will not take class time to do this, nor will I hunt you down to get you your work It is up to YOU to take the initiative to get the assignment and return it in the allotted amount of time that I give you (see handbook).

Late Work
I am expected to do my work on time and be prepared to teach you every day. I expect you to be prepared each day as well. I do not accept late work.

Discipline
All school policies apply in my classroom, no eating, drinking, iPods, etc. Please know that I am not shy about contacting parents for both good things and bad. If you act inappropriately in my classroom, they will know about it.

Communication
Within this class as well as in life, your ability to communicate effectively with others will determine your success. I am here for you. It is my job to ensure that you understand this material and have mastery of it. If there is a question that you have about your assignments, please ask!

I generally arrive to work in the morning at about 7:00 a.m. and am at school until about 3:30. Please do not hesitate to come and see me if you need help. If it is a bad time, we can set up an appointment for a better time.


Amy Leatherwood Email Me (513) 272-7665 Social Studies Dept. Chair