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 About the Course

 
      This course presents the social impacts and multiple perspectives of people associated with significant events in pre-1890 American history.  Our studies will expose students to the important contributions made by the many groups who shaped and continue to influence the American experience.  This will include an examination of the roles of typically underrepresented groups.  The role of religion will be discussed as the shaping ideal in the formation of the United States.  Students also will be provided with a deep examination of the role of the Constitution in our government and our societal values.  In the spring, all students will be expected to participate in the National History Day formal research at the school level.  District participation in this competition is optional.  Each Friday, students will participate in a short discussion of current events called “Last Word.”  All students will have the opportunity to lead this discussion using civil conversation skills.

          

U.S. History to 1890 Curriculum

First Semester                                                                     Second Semester                               

The First Americans                                                                Territorial Acquisitions

Regions of Colonization and Conflict                                         Our Roots of Secession

Colonial America                                                                    The Civil War

The Slave Trade                                                                     National History Day Research

The Revolutionary Era                                                             Reconstruction/ Civil Rights Era

A New Nation and Constitution                                                 Westward Expansion 

  

This webpage was edited by 8th grader Alden Maben  Last Edited 2/15/2012.  

Have a Great Summer and see you in August 8/12!!! Ms. KG
  		 
 

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 Current Events

 
6/1/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
6/8/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
6/15/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
6/22/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
6/29/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
7/6/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
7/13/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
7/20/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
7/27/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
8/3/2012 4:00 PM Last Word 
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