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U.S. History Paul Erickson630-608-5208 perickson@sd308.org. Topics-Regular. Why History Columbus-Early colonies French and Indian War Causes of Revolution Independence Revolutionary War Propaganda Voting American Flag U.S. Constitution Washington Jackson Causes of Civil War Reconstruction
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Topics-Regular • Why History Columbus-Early colonies French and Indian War • Causes of Revolution Independence Revolutionary War • Propaganda Voting American Flag U.S. Constitution • Washington Jackson Causes of Civil War Reconstruction • Civil Rights movement Industrial America WWI Roaring Twenties • Great Depression WWII Modern Era State of Il. Constitution • Projects • 1st---Billy Joel 2nd---Propaganda 3rd---Eulogy 4th---60’s-2010 speech or • TBD • U.S. Constitution (mandatory) State of Il. Constitution • Class trip---Springfield in May • Homework • Reading assignment Homework assignment ( check-in) Daily note taking Projects Quizzes Tests • Homework due on due date---50% late if unexcused
Topics-Honors Why History English History-Early colonies French and Indian War Causes of Revolution Declaration of Independence American Revolution Constitution Voting, American Flag Post-Revolution Jackson Presidency Pre-Civil War Civil War Reconstruction Civil Rights Roaring Twenties Great Depression WWII State of Il. Constitution Modern Era Skills Emphasis--- Informational text, evidence-based writing, research with purpose And historical interpretation. Projects--- 1st—Governor campaign 2nd—Propaganda 3rd-Research-based (eulogy) 4th—TBD Homework--- Regular assigned reading, note-taking, regular scheduled and unscheduled quizzes, midterm and final exams, project work. Homework due on due date---50% late if unexcused due to absense
What can I do to help my student? • Be informed---ask questions---check home access---Check the website---make students accountable--- • Donate Kleenex