Welcome to Civic Class with Mrs. Tracy

The Basics

My name is Mrs. Tracy
DeGaetano. I will be teaching
8th grade WV Studies, U.S.
History, and Civics. I have been
teaching for almost 20 years! I
am excited to start my third year
at Virtual Prep Academy of West
Virginia.

My Schooling

I grew up in Loudoun County, Virginia until I
graduated from high school. When I graduated
HS I moved across the country to go to
university in Utah. After receiving my
undergraduate degree I returned to Virginia
where I got married and worked for a few
years. Last year I went back to school and
earned my masters degree in curriculum and
instruction from Western Governor’s School!

My Favorites

Food: Tacos
Dessert: Chocolate Ice Cream
Book: Harry Potter Series &
Hunger Games Series
Drink: Boba Tea
Season: Fall
Sport: Soccer
Hobby: Traveling
Subject: History & English
Store: Target
Candy: Reese's Peanut Butter
Cups
Restaurant: Secret Sandwich
Society
Color: Green
Fruit: Raspberry

Fun Facts

●I lived overseas for 5 years with
my family as a teacher

●I am a soccer coach for
Fayetteville PK8 middle school
team

●I have two kids, both in middle
school (Jack is in 8th grade
and Ella is in 7th grade)

●My husband teaches at VPrep
too!

Class Expectations

Be in your course and ready to work at the beginning of each class session.

Wear school appropriate attire while attending live sessions.

Choose a place to attend live sessions that is free of distractions and noise.

Keep your mic muted and raise your (virtual) hand if you have a question, comment, or concern.

Do your best to create a positive, respectful, and encouraging learning environment.

Participate and engage in the lesson!