Introduction to U.S. History

What you will know and understand at the end of the year:
Geography and the story of mankind are interwoven.
Conflict is effectively addressed by recognizing and dealing with the underlying reasons for conflict.
The Constitution is the guiding forces and standard by which all laws are measured in the US
Knowing the past is critical to understanding the present.
The United States was founded on the principle and the extension of democratic principles.
The United States is a diverse nation- it’s story has been shaped by many different cultures, ethnicities and religions. 

Skills you will acquire during the course of the year:
Historical Literacy 
(sourcing, context, corroboration, close reading)
Civic Dialogue
(collaborate, communicate & compromise)
Formulating argument with evidence
Historical Inquiry
​(cause & effect; summarization; compare & contrast)

Dispositions you will build upon during the course of the year:
Sacrifice & Compromise
Willingness to Sacrifice Interests for the Common Good
Courage
Courage to stand up for what is right
Empathy
Inclination to seek to understand others perspectives 
Curiosity
Civil Engagement
Inclination to notice and solve problems 
Patriotism

Instructions for Disclosure Document Survey

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All students are required to take the Disclosure Document survey via the link below.  Parents who take the online survey are not required to sign and turn in the completed hard copy of the Disclosure Document.  Plan on at least 30 minutes to adequately complete the survey.

2020-2021 COVID-19 Protocols

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Access the COVID-19 2020-2021 Protocols from this link
​Returning to the classroom during this difficult time brings a number of challenges. I’ve identified four of note:
  1. Ensuring classroom safety
  2. COVID-19 related absences
  3. Potential soft closure with resulting distant learning
  4. Evolving State, District and School Protocols
To meet these challenges I have established the attached COVID-19 protocols.  Please review the document (accessible below) for COVID-19 guidelines.  I am committed to doing my best to establish a safe and healthy environment for your children.  In turn I ask that you encourage your children to use safe health practices around one another and around me.  I have personal health concerns and cannot afford to be lackadaisical with these COVID-19 protocols. Students will be required to follow all safety protocols when in my class room.  

Introduction & Why History Unit Calendar