Brian M Grimes
Data based on 2 reviews.
What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2020
Take good notes about what he teaches in class, and engage during the review sessions (they're usually fun and competitive, so this shouldn't be hard). If possible, review the homework and your corrections before every quiz/test and you should be good. disclaimer: I am speaking from a pre-coronavirus perspective (class of 2019), so this advice might be null nowadays.
Additional Comments
Class of 2020
I took him for APUSH. Honestly, Grimes was my favorite teacher. I know he was a controversial figure, and likely still is, but he was always really kind and accommodating with me. There was a point senior year where I had a little bit of a mental breakdown during one of my classes, and the teacher promptly sent me on walk to go see him. We had a good student-teacher friendship and I'll always remember him for the kindness he showed me when I needed it.