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=Welcome to Mr. Gainza's U.S. History Class!=

About Me:
My name is Jose Gainza and I will be the instructor for this U.S. History class. I graduated from the University of Central Florida majoring in Social Science Education with a minor in Coaching/Physical Education. I was born and raised in Orlando, FL and attended Lake Highland Preparatory School from grades Kindergarten until iI graduated in 2008. I lettered in football (2 times), weightlifting (3), and soccer (6) in high school and was the captain of the soccer team my senior year. I first became interested in teaching when i was a senior in high school and was a TA in a freshman math course. There I really got involved in helping other students with the work and was even given the opportunity to lead some fo the lessons prepared by the teacher. In college I was active in support UCF's numerous sports teams through the Rowdy Knights. If you can't tell by now I am passionate about my sports. One day I hope to coach a high school soccer team as well as teach. In my spare time I enjoy going out and playing any sport I can. I may not be good at all of them, but I will always try my best.

My family isn't the largest but I love them very much. I have one biological sister, three step-brothers, and one step-sister. My parents are divorced and have each remarried. I also have 6 pets, 4 dogs and 2 cats. I love each one of them. My family loves to play cards. Our favorite games include Euchre, 13, Rummy, and Be Nice to Your Neighbor. My wonderful girlfriend loves to play cards and is especially gifted at Rummy.