Welcome to the classroom website for Mr. Palacios' classes. Throughout, you will find an "About Mr. Palacios" section, links to class newsletters, the school Calendar, Commonly Used Classroom Links, and a Frequently Asked Questions section.
About Mr. Palacios
Education - Mr. Palacios attended all primary and secondary schools in San Diego County. He attended Lee Elementary School. He promoted to Spring Valley Middle School. He then attended and graduated from Monte Vista High School. He received a BA in Social Science from San Diego State University. He received his Preliminary Teaching Credential from CSU, Northridge, then earned is Clear Credential in History from UCSD Extensions.
Teaching Experience - Mr. Palacios' teaching experience is broken down into two parts. - Initially, Mr. Palacios taught History in High School, beginning in 2005. - His first assignment was at Santee Education Complex in South Los Angeles. He transferred to Animo Justice, where he taught California History, World History, and a CAHSEE Prep course. Mr. Palacios then transferred to Encore High School, where he taught World History and AP World History. His final High School was Guidance Charter High School, where he taught World History, US History, and Civics. - Mr. Palacios then moved to Catholic Schools and began teaching Junior High in 2017. - His first assignment was at St. James the Lesser Catholic School. He taught Junior High History, 8th Religion, and PE. He then moved to St. Catherine of Siena School and taught Junior High Math, History, and Writing. He is currently at St. Luke Catholic School and teaches Junior High Math, History, and Art.
Likes - Chickens - Coffee (Cafe Bustelo) - DIY House Projects - Drawing/Painting - Reading - The Lord of the Rings - The Legend of Zelda (Breath of the Wild) - Travel
Family Mr. Palacios is a husband and father to a lovely family. He is married to his amazing wife, Dr. Palacios. He has two incredible children. He has one quickly growing puppy named Valentina.