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Robert Gibbs
Social Studies / Athletics Director
(since 1979)
Email: rgibbs@southwesternacademy.edu
Extension: 210

Birthplace: Los Angeles, CA

College Degree: M.A.(in progress), Cal. State Los Angeles;
B.A., University of California, Los Angeles; A.A., Pasadena City College

Classes taught: U.S. History, History of Western Civilization, World Cultures, Modern World History (A.P.)

Educational field trips: Huntington Library, Getty Center, Getty Villa, Norton Simon Museum

I am in charge of the following school events/activities: Volleyball Club Activities, volleyball tournaments and games

Interests other than teaching: UCLA sports, Volleyball

Athletic coach of: Girls’ and boys’ volleyball

I like teaching at Southwestern because: I like the small class size where a teacher can get to know his students and really “teach” them. I also like meeting and getting know students from many different countries and cultures.

Favorite quote: “Talent is not in short supply, discipline is.”

My teaching philosophy: I believe that with guidance and motivation of caring teachers all students can overcome their handicaps and learn what is needed for success in life.