United States History2014-2015Remember that it is your responsibility to find out what information was discussed as well as any missed assignments while you were absent. This schedule is subject to change based on the speed of class comprehension of topics or school activities such as AIMS testing or school assemblies.

FALL SEMESTER

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Week 1

Mon., July 21 Welcome/IntrosBell Work: Ask me a questionObjective(s):I. Bell Work Sheets II. AttendanceIII. Syllabus- Due at end of WeekIV. BooksV. Presidential PowersClosure: Name three classmates

Tues., July 22 Your Seating Chart is located on Front Desk

Current EventsBell Work: Describe one event that has taken place since the end of last school year.Objective(s):I.II. PretestIII. Current Events Form- Located on website- If you type it out two extra pointsIV. Unit 1- Essential Questions –Assign Reading Chapters 2 and 3Closure: Name the current Vice-President

Wed., July 23 AmericaBell Work: What is the population of the US? Arizona?Objective(s): Recognize Religious Reasons for people coming to AmericaI. Class Website- Current EventsII. US MAP – Presidential PartnersIII. Unit 1 Essential QuestionsIV. Road to Revolution NotesV. Begin Essential Question 1 - Work timeClosure: List the 7 Continents** Syllabus Due Tomorrow*** Assigned Reading Chapters 2 and 3 and Unit 1 Essential Questions

Thurs., July 24 Road to RevolutionBell Work: Define the term ProtestantObjective(s): Recognize Differences between 3 colony regions* Map Review

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I. Current EventsII. Rules for “America” – Presidential Partner –

- What symbols generally represent the United States- Create an illustration that defines America. What does it mean to be an American? How

do/would others view our country? How would you illustrate our history- Be Creative- Limit the generic images- Limit words- No Offensive Images

III. 13 colonies map http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/colonies_nl.pdfIV. Continue Unit 1 Road to Revolution Notes Three Different Colony RegionsV. Essential Questions Work TimeClosure: Name three Southern Colonies

Fri., July 25 Road to RevolutionBell Work: Define the term ProtestantObjective(s): Recognize Differences between 3 colony regions* Map ReviewI. Current EventsII. Rules for “America” – Presidential Partner –

- What symbols generally represent the United States- Create an illustration that defines America. What does it mean to be an American? How

do/would others view our country? How would you illustrate our history- Be Creative- Limit the generic images- Limit words- No Offensive Images

III. 13 colonies map http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/colonies_nl.pdfIV. Continue Unit 1 Road to Revolution Notes Three Different Colony RegionsV. Essential Questions Work TimeClosure:

 Week 2

Mon., July 28 Colony RegionsBell Work: What are the names of the three colony regions?Objective(s): Identify differences between colony regionsI. Map ReviewII. Current EventsIII. Notes- Colony RegionsIV. Slavery/Indentured ServantsClosure: Who founded the colony of Pennsylvania?

Tues., July 29 Government in the ColoniesBell Work: Grab a Map and Complete the States. Work with someone seated near you if you need help. I know it is repetitive, but I want everyone in this class to be able to label all 50 states.Objective(s): Identify key government principles that were developed during colonial times.I. Complete MapII. Current EventsIII. Government in the ColoniesIV. The Great AwakeningClosure: In own words define Habeas Corpus

Wed., July 30 French/IndianWarBell Work: List three principles established by the Magna CartaObjective(s):I. Current EventsII. America: The Story of Us (20 min)III. French-Indian WarIV. Treaty of Paris, 1763 (The first!) Proclamation Line Albany Plan of UnionV. Colonial Review

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Closure: Any Questions before the Quiz

Thursday, July 31st

Quiz DateBell Work: Study your MapObjective(s):I. Current EventsII. United States QuizIII. Content QuizIV. Begin Unit 2V. Bubble Diagram US GovernmentClosure: Make Sure you can access infinite campus

Fri., August 1 Quiz DateBell Work: Study your MapObjective(s):I. Current EventsII. United States QuizIII. Content QuizIV. Begin Unit 2- EssentialsV. Bubble Diagram US GovernmentClosure: Make Sure you can access infinite campus

Week 3

Mon., August 4 Colonial FrustrationsBell Work: Look at New Seating Chart When did the American Revolution take place? Take a GuessObjective(s): Describe and List the events that led up to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution.

.- Review Government – three peopleI. America: The Story of Us - Rebels (Start at 19 min)II. Taxation- FrustrationIII. Essential Question Work TimeClosure: Who was the first causality of the American Revolution?

4th Hour turn in health and student conduct forms

Tues., August 5 Declaration of IndependenceBell Work: The first shot or battle of the Revolutionary War took place in?Objective(s): To be able to interpret the different parts of the Declaration of Independence

Sit next to your president partner- Move desks together- Each group grab a WS, Book, Highlighter, blank half-sheet of paper.

I. Current EventsII. Read through Document A together Hamilton RulesIII. Read through Document B- highlight key points-annotateIV. Complete Parts C/EV. In your book find the Declaration of Independence- p. 113-115- What are the four parts? Which future presidents signed the Document?VI 10 question QuizClosure: Who was President of the 1st Continental Congress?

Wed., August 6 Articles of Confederation

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Bell Work: Which radical thinker published Common Sense and distributed it throughout the colonies?Objective(s): Identify strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of ConfederationI. Lexington/Concord It’s too late to apologize...II. Articles of Confederation – StrengthsIII. Essential Question Work timeIV. America Story of US tomorrow4th Hour FormsClosure: How many votes did each Colony receive with the AOC?

Thurs., August 7 American RevolutionBell Work: List three things you learned yesterday about the AOCObjective(s): Identify Key and Important events of the American RevolutionI. Finish AOC notesII. America the Story of Us RevolutionIII. Current EventsIV. Essential Question Work time.Closure: List two battles of the American Revolution.

Fri., August 8 American RevolutionBell Work: List three things you learned yesterday about the AOCObjective(s): Identify Key and Important events of the American RevolutionI. Finish AOC notesII. America the Story of Us RevolutionIII. Current EventsIV. Essential Question Work time.Closure: List two battles of the American Revolution

Week 4

Mon., August 11 Creating the ConstitutionBell Work: How was your weekend?Objective(s): Describe the compromises necessary in ratifying the US Constitution.I. Current EventsII. QuizIII. Compromises if the ConstitutionIV. Reminder Test at End of WeekClosure: Complete Activity as Your Closure4th Hour Forms

Tues., August 12 Creating the ConstitutionBell Work: List three powers of the Legislative BranchObjective(s): Describe the compromises necessary in ratifying the US Constitution.I. CNN Student NewsII. Three Compromises of the ConstitutionIII. Rank the Three Compromises?IV. Remember Test at End of WeekClosure: List three principles of the Constitution

Wed., August 13 ConstitutionBell Work: Grab a book- How do you think Supreme Court should rule in the scenario provided?Objective(s): Identify various aspects of the Constitution and apply its principles.I. CNN Student NewsII. Scenario Discussion III. Constitution WS- With President PartnerClosure: Write a possible test Question

Order of Papers tomorrow 1- Bell Work Video Guides

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Constitution WS Essentials Notes

Thurs., August 14 Test/ Unit 2Bell Work: On half sheet of paper write a possible Test question and exchange with classmateObjectives: Examine the 1st Amendment. Assess Unit 2 KnowledgeI. ReviewII. TestIII. CNN Student NewsIV. Analysis ProtocolClosure: Have a Great Weekend

Order of Papers tomorrow 1- Bell Work Video Guides Constitution WS Essentials Notes

Fri., August 15 Test/ Unit 2Bell Work: On half sheet of paper write a possible Test question and exchange with classmateObjectives: Examine the 1st Amendment. Assess Unit 2 KnowledgeI. ReviewII. TestIII. CNN Student NewsIV. Analysis ProtocolClosure: Have a Great Weekend

Order of Papers tomorrow 1- Bell Work Video Guides Constitution WS Essentials Notes

Week 5

Mon., August 18 Freedom of ReligionBell Work: What is one quality that you want in your President?Objective(s): Students will be able to develop a thesis statement and describe qualities of a successful president.I. Freedom of Religion-

- Review Your Writings and Highlighting from last week. Write a response that includes: 1) Introduction 2) Body 3) Conclusion. You should state your thesis within your response twice.

- Within your group 1) Yellow- Highlight Thesis in Introduction 2) Pink- Highlight citations or references to the article or 1st Amendment 3) Green- Highlight Thesis in Conclusion When Complete Stamp Paragraph behind article and turn in

II. Presidential Rubric - How are we going to determine what makes a President successful? Within your group create a Presidential Rubric- Must have a least 5 different traits- and distinguish between what makes a good-bad

president (at least one sentence )III. Washington- America’s 1st electionIV. Essential QuestionsClosure: Who was the United States 1st, 2nd, and 3rd President?

Tues., August 19 WashingtonBell Work: Answer 3 questions from Slide.

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Objective(s): Identify How Washington influenced todays government.I. Washington as President II. Comparing Hamilton and Jefferson. III. CNN Student NewsIV. Essential QuestionsClosure: With whom to you agree more- Hamilton or Jefferson?

Wed., August 20 Washington’s Farewell AddressBell Work: Who is the current Secretary of State?Objective(s): Describe Foreign Policy and how Washington’s view is different than today’s Presidents.CNN Student NewsI. Hamilton’s Financial Plan II. Neutrality under Washington III. Washington’s Farewell Address- HWClosure: Define the term Foreign Policy

Thurs., August 21 Presidency of AdamsBell Work: Which political party favored the BUS?Objective(s): Evaluate Primary Sources and interpret their impact on today’s government.I. CNN Student News. II. Quiz. III. Alien and Sedition ActsIV. Kentucky and VA Resolves Primary Source AnalysisV. Essential QuestionsClosure: What Foreign Policy disaster limited Adam’s Presidency to just 1 term?

Fri., August 22 Presidency of AdamsBell Work: Which political party favored the BUS?Objective(s): Evaluate Primary Sources and interpret their impact on today’s government.I. CNN Student News. II. Quiz. III. Alien and Sedition ActsIV. Kentucky and VA Resolves Primary Source AnalysisV. Essential QuestionsClosure: Have a good weekend

Week 6

Mon., August 25 Jefferson as President

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Bell Work: What are two documents written by Thomas JeffersonObjectives: Identify the principle of Judicial ReviewI. Jefferson as PresidentII. Court Case Marbury V. Madison (1803)III. WS Due Tomorrow- Answer Questions directly on the back of WSClosure: Define the term Judicial Review

Tues., August 26 LA PurchaseBell Work: Write out the Outline in your notes for LA PurchaseObjectives: Identify key principles of Jeffersonian DemocracyI. LA PurchaseII. Jeffersonian DemocracyIII. Cross out parts that do not fit- use your book and a penClosure: How does Judicial Review stop the President from becoming a dictator?

Wed., August 27 War of 1812Bell Work: List one key ideal of Jeffersonian Democracy.Objectives: Describe key events from the War of 1812New Seating ChartI. War of 1812 NotesII. Learning Activity- TimelineIII. Reminder Quiz TomorrowClosure: Who became a national hero as a result of War of 1812?

Thurs., August 28 Monroe as President/Monroe DoctrineBell Work: Who was president during the war of 1812?Objectives: Identify changes in American Foreign Policy

QUIZI. CNN Student NewsII. American NationalismIII. Monroe DoctrineIV. Primary Source- Monroe Doctrine- WSClosure: What terms best defines the Monroe Doctrine?

Fri., August 29 Monroe as President/Monroe DoctrineBell Work: Who was president during the war of 1812?Objectives: Identify changes in American Foreign Policy

IF YOU ARE FAILING THIS CLASS YOU WILL BE SPENDING NEXT WEEK IN ASD.

QuizI. CNN Student NewsII. American NationalismIII. Monroe DoctrineIV. Primary Source- Monroe Doctrine- WSClosure: What terms best defines the Monroe Doctrine?Fall Sports Assembly

Week 7

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Mon., September 1

No School Labor Day

Tues., September 2

SectionalismBell Work: What policy did the Monroe Doctrine Establish?Objectives:I. Monroe PresidencyII. Missouri CompromiseIII. CNN Student News- if there is time?Closure: Who came up with the American System?

Wed., September 3

MO CompromiseBell Work: What were two parts of Clay’s American System?Objectives: Identify growing divide between regions in the United States.I. Review Chapter 6- On Yellow Paper number 1-20II. Missouri Compromise- SectionalismIII. Essential Work timeClosure: Was Missouri a free or slave state?

Thurs., September 4

ReviewBell Work: Write a possible test QuestionObjectives: Develop Understanding of Unit 3 The New NationI. CNN Student NewsII. Review- WS and AnswersIII. Your next MapIV. Essential Questions Work timeV. Test on MondayClosure: Get your packet in order

- Bell work- Essential Question- Learning Activities- Primary Source- Class Notes

Staple all together

Fri., September 5 ReviewBell Work: Write a possible test QuestionObjectives: Develop Understanding of Unit 3 The New NationI. Next Unit’s MapII. CNN Student NewsIII. Review – Questions are located on class websiteIV. Essential Questions Work timeV. Test on MondayClosure: Get your packet in order

- Bell work- Essential Question- Learning Activities- Primary Source- Class Notes- Staple all together- You may use on the test

Week 8

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Mon., September 8

Test Day

Tues., September 9

National Economy of the SouthBell Work: When is your Test?Objectives: Identify the Economic Structure of Southern StatesI. Review Previous Day TestII. Begin Unit 4- Hand out packet- All WorksheetsIII. Begin Market Transportation and Industrial RevolutionIV. You should have Chapter 7 read by the end of the WeekClosure: What percentage of Southerners owned slaves prior to the Civil War

If you did not finish or take the test your test grade will remain a zero if not taken “outside” of class time by Thursday morning. I am here in the morning by 6:45 and leave at 2:55 in the afternoon. That is 4 opportunities to make it up.

There are only 22 Current Events opportunities available – including today. Remember you are responsible for 2 per quarter. No Exceptions

Wed., September 10

National Economy of the North/WestBell Work: Label as many capitals in the West as you know.Objectives: Identify economic structure of the North and SouthI. Economy- North and the WestII. CNN student NewsIII. Essential Work timeClosure: Name the two inventions of Eli Whitney?

Thurs., September 11

Reform MovementsBell Work: What did Cyrus McCormick and John Deere invent?Objectives: Identify social reform movements of the Antebellum EraI. CNN Student NewsII. Geography and Capitals QuizIII. Reform Movement ActivityIV. Reform Movement NotesV. Essential Questions Work timeClosure: Term: Desire to emancipate all slaves

Fri., September 12

Westward ExpansionBell Work: What did Cyrus McCormick and John Deere invent?Objectives: Identify reasons behind American movement Westward

Tests- Self-advocacy-Responsibility- Highest grade now possible is a 50%

I. CNN Student NewsII. Geography and Capitals QuizIII. America the Story of USIV. Essential Question Work timeClosure: Term: Money needed to invents in a company or start a business

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Week 9

Mon., September 15

Westward Expansion MapBell Work: NoneObjectives: Student will label on a map the westward movement during the Manifest DestinyI. Information for Map Completion will be found in Chapter 9* Students can use entire class time for completion of Map- If class time is not used effectively the map will be due at the end of the class period.

Tues., September 16

Creating a National EconomyBell Work: A person who crosses the picket line is known as a …..Objectives: Students will identify transportation and immigration patterns in the US+Quiz- GeographyI. Discuss Westward Expansion mapII. Complete Market Transportation and Industrial RevolutionIII. Essential Question- Complete your answer to Number 1 before you leave today.Closure: What is the meaning of the political cartoon?

Wed., September 17

Reform MovementsBell Work: Which political Party was started in the 1840’s?Objectives: Identify social reform movements of the Antebellum Era

I. CNN Student NewsII. Reform MovementIII. Essential Question- Complete your answer to Number 3 before you leave todayClosure: Term: Desire to emancipate all slaves

Thurs., September 18

Age of JacksonBell Work: Meeting place of women in the 1840’s- meet to discuss more rightsObjectives: Identify the 3 controversies that surround the presidency of JacksonI. CNN Student NewsII. Map work- You are going to become an educated AmericanIII. Jackson’s Presidency

- 15 minute videoIV. Complete Andrew Jackson WS QuestionsV. Essential Question Number 2Closure: Define the term Spoils System

Fri., September 19

Age of JacksonBell Work: Meeting place of women in the 1840’s- meet to discuss more rightsObjectives: Identify the 3 controversies that surround the presidency of JacksonI. CNN Student NewsII. Map work- You are going to become an educated AmericanIII. Jackson’s Presidency

- 15 minute videoIV. Complete Andrew Jackson WS QuestionsV. Essential Question Number 2Closure: What is similar about the election of Jackson and elections today? How did Jackson abuse presidential power?

Week 10

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Mon., September 22

Age of JacksonBell Work: Which political party started to oppose the work of Andrew JacksonObjectives: Identify the 3 controversies that surround the presidency of JacksonI. Student Current Events/ CNN Student NewsII. QuizIII. Andrew Jackson WS due on Wednesday- last graded assignment of the quarterClosure: What reform movement was led by Elizabeth Cady Stanton?

Tues., September 23

Age of JacksonBell Work: The movement to reform prisons and homes for the mentally ill was started by whom? Dorothea DixObjectives: Identify the 3 controversies that surround the presidency of JacksonI. Complete Jackson NotesII. Assess the Presidents in your notes- Work with a partnerIII. Complete Essential QuestionsClosure: Respond to the Political Cartoon – True/Untrue

Wed., September 24

Manifest DestinyBell Work: Who was the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court that ruled against Jackson’s plan to remove Indians from Georgia?Objectives: Identify reasons for Westward ExpansionI. Primary Sources- Manifest DestinyII. Reasons for the Manifest DestinyIII. Essential Question Work TimeIV. CNN Student NewsClosure: Define Manifest Destiny

Thurs., September 25

The WestBell Work: From your reading: LDS leader who lead Mormons to UtahObjectives: Identify reasons for why Americans moved West during the 1840’sI. CNN Student NewsII. US Crash Course- Manifest DestinyIII. TriviaIV. Before end of class complete an Essential Question and show me. *Closure: Have a Great Break

Fri., September 26

The WestBell Work: From your reading: LDS leader who lead Mormons to UtahObjectives: Identify reasons for why Americans moved West during the 1840’sI. CNN Student NewsII. US Crash Course- Manifest DestinyIII. TriviaIV. Before end of class complete an Essential Question and show me. *Closure: Have a Great Break

Week 11

Mon., September 29

NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Tues., September 30

NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

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Wed., October 1 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Thurs., October 2 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Fri., October 3 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Week 12

Mon., October 6 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Tues., October 7 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Wed., October 8 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Thurs., October 9 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Fri., October 10 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Week 13

Mon., October 13 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Tues., October 14 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSION

Wed., October 15 Westward ExpansionBell Work: Tell me one thing you did over break.Objectives: Complete our understanding of the term Manifest DestinyI. Complete Notes on Manifest Destiny and the Oregon TrailII. Watch Fallon video on the Gadsden PurchaseIII. Completing our Unit- Continuing on with Current EventsClosure: Name the three Trails that moved people westward.

Thurs., October 16

Westward ExpansionBell Work:Objectives: Describe how Manifest Destiny led to expansion of US into TexasI. CNN Student NewsII. Mexican-American War - Through CaliforniaIII. Primary Source- Read Questions first- Highlight to Help your answerIV. Major Cities ReviewV. Test Reminder WednesdayClosure: What agreement allowed for the U.S. to acquire the southern part of present-day Arizona?

Fri., October 17 Westward ExpansionBell Work:Objectives: Describe how Manifest Destiny led to expansion of US into TexasI. CNN Student NewsII. Mexican-American War - Through CaliforniaIII. Primary Source- Read Questions first- Highlight to Help your answerIV. Major Cities ReviewV. Test Reminder WednesdayClosure: What agreement allowed for the U.S. to acquire the southern part of present-day Arizona?

Week 14

Mon., October 20 Review Day

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Bell Work: What state was admitted to the Union as a result of Texas being a slave state?Objectives: Assess your k knowledge and prepare for testI. From a Group of no more than three- Have one group piece of paper to answer questionsII. Answer Review questions from power point.III. Essential Question work timeClosure: Any questions about the Test?

Tues., October 21 Test Day

Wed., October 22 Review DayBell Work:Objectives:I.II.III.IV.V.Closure:

Thurs., October 23

Review DayBell Work:Objectives:I.II.III.IV.V.Closure:

Fri., October 24 Review DayBell Work:Objectives:I.II.III.IV.V.Closure:

Week 15

Mon., October 27

Tues., October 28 Review DayBell Work:Objectives:I.II.III.

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Wed., October 29 Review DayBell Work:Objectives:I.II.III.IV.V.Closure:

Thurs., October 30

Review DayBell Work:Objectives:I.II.III.IV.V.Closure:

Fri., October 31 Review DayBell Work:Objectives:I.II.III.IV.V.Closure:

Week 16

Mon., November 3

Story of US: End of the Civil WarBell Work: What does it mean to “reconstruct” something?Objective: TSWBAT discuss the impact of the Civil War and the path the United States takes towards reconstruction.I. DBQ DeadlineII. Story of Us (31 to end)III. Progress Reports / Graded WorkIV. Unit 3 Study GuidesClosure: (1) What is due signed and returned? (2) How many assignments am I missing?

Tues., November 4

Civil Rights AmendmentsBell Work: List two barriers to the North and South coming together peacefully.Objective: TSWBAT define the purpose of each Civil Rights Amendment (13,14,15) through creating a visual and translation of each.*Progress Reports*

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I. Reconstruction Civil Liberties to African Americans Civil Rights Acts Civil Rights Amendments Assignment: Description / ImageII. Why necessary? Black Codes Plessy vs. Ferguson (Segregation)III. Visitor tomorrow… (APH)IV. Unit 3 Study GuidesClosure: Which Civil Rights Amendment was the most important? Why?

Wed., November 5

Black CodesBell Work: Why would some people have a problem with the picture on the board?Objective: TSWBAT rationalize the creation of groups such as the KKK as well as state policies such as Black Codes intended to discriminate against African Americans after the Civil War.I. North vs. South End of War = End of Discrimination?II. Stopping at the National Level Yesterday’s Amendments Good for Americans/Bad for AmericansII. Stopping at the State Level “Circle” Groups Black CodesIII. Impact: First hand accounts… (video) Positives / NegativesClosure: Describe one Black Code.

Thurs., November 6

Black Codes Cont.Bell Work: Why do you think the North didn’t speak up against Black Codes in the South?Objective: TSWBAT rationalize the creation of groups such as the KKK as well as state policies such as Black Codes/Jim Crow Laws intended to discriminate against African Americans after the Civil War.I. Review Black Codes / KKKII. Jim Crow Laws Segregation (Plessy vs. Ferguson)III. SharecroppingIV. First hand accounts… (video)V. Country’s Leadership…. LincolnVI. Unit 3 Study GuidesClosure: Explain why the KKK has the right to exist today.

Fri., November 7 Election of 1864Bell Work: Describe sharecropping.Objective: TSWBAT differentiate between the two candidates in election of 1864 leading towards Lincoln’s second term and his assassination.I. Symbols of the South Confederate Flag at MHSII. Election of 1864: Lincoln vs. McClennen Results?III. Lincoln’s 2nd Inaugural AddressIV. All that effort…. Assassination!V. Unit 3 Study Guides

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Closure: What reason would someone have for wanting to assassinate Lincoln?Lesson Resource: http://www.civilwar.org/education/teachers/lesson-plans/election-of-1864-lesson-plan/lessonplanelection1864-2.html

Week 17

Mon., November 10

Assassination AttemptsBell Work: Describe the person who ran against Lincoln in 1864.Objective: TSWBAT list the reasons that a person would want to assassinate Abraham Lincoln and describe other attempts on his life before John Wilkes Booth.I. Election of 1864II. Attempts on Lincoln’s LifeIII. Replacing “Honest Abe” Andrew Johnson - Impeachment?IV. Tomorrow...QUIZ!Closure: Write one sample question (with answer) that could be on your quiz.

Tues., November 11

No School Veterans Day http://www.quia.com/cb/183337.html

Wed., November 12

Thurs., November 13

Fri., November 14

Week 18

Mon., November 17

Effects of the WarBell Work: Why was Andrew Johnson almost the first President to be removed from office?Objectives: TSWBAT analyze primary sources to identify the proposals for Reconstruction as well as the impact of the Civil War on America.I. ReconstructionII. Effects of the War (Activity Link)III. Tomorrow… DocumentsClosure: What is the difference between a primary and secondary source?Current Event 16 due today!

Tues., November 18

Effects - Primary DocumentsBell Work: Explain one of the three Constitutional Amendments that followed the Civil War.Objectives: TSWBAT analyze primary sources to identify the proposals for Reconstruction as well as the impact of the Civil War on America.I. Effects of the War End Questions Graphic Organizer WorksheetII. Primary DocumentsIII. “Mini” DBQ tomorrow!IV.Closure: Explain which document best describes the impact of Reconstruction.

Wed., November Integrating Sources

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19 Bell Work: When you write a research paper or DBQ, why is it important to use resources to back up your arguments?Objectives: analyze primary sources to identify the proposals for Reconstruction as well as the impact of the Civil War on America.I. Finish Primary DocumentsII. Practice DBQ Effects of the War - Writing Prompt Preparation Only! Current Events!III. Unit 3 Study GuidesPrompt: Consider the state of America today and determine if the Civil War achieved its aims. Does the United States today embody the key ideals of the democratic republican form of government: individual human dignity, equality and the rule of law? List specific examples to support your stance.Closure: Answer using Current Events... did we “learn” from the Civil War?*PARENT Email / final coming up, gone with the wind

Thurs., November 20

Reconstruction EventsBell Work: Grab a textbook and open to 357. What are key differences between plans for reconstruction?Objectives: TSWBAT create a timeline identifying key events that shaped our nation during the time of Reconstruction.I. Proposals: Johnson, Lincoln, Congress (Pg 357) Carpetbaggers and ScalawagsII. Timeline Events (Pic/Label/Impact) Lee’s Appomattox Surrender Reconstruction Debates (x3) Freedman’s Bureau Lincoln Assassination Ku Klux Klan Military Reconstruction Act Sharecropping “Sin Taxes” Civil Rights Act of 1866 Compromise of 1877III. Unit 3 Study GuidesClosure: Explain which event had the largest impact on our country.

Fri., November 21 Reconstruction RecapBell Work: Why was it such a big deal for the South to swear loyalty to the United States?Objectives: TSWBAT create a timeline identifying key events that shaped our nation during the time of Reconstruction.I. Finish TimelinesII.III.IV.Closure: What is a Scalawag?

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Week 19

Mon., November 24

American Culture During ReconstructionBell Work: What big changes are taking place in the south after the Civil War?Objectives: The students will be able to (1) Discuss the long term effects of Jim Crow laws and the impact Plessy vs. Ferguson separate but equal doctrine. (2) Describe life during reconstruction as seen through Gone with the Wind.*Finish Friday’s Work!*I. Jim Crow Laws Plessy vs. FergusonII. Effects of the War Southern Culture Role of African-AmericansIII.Closure: What key names came up in the video so far?

Tues., November 25

Gone with the WindBell Work: Why is the video titled “Gone with the Wind”?.Objectives: describe life during reconstruction as seen through Gone with the Wind.I. What have we seen about… Minority Roles? Southern Cultures?II. How are customs different today?III.Closure: Would you get along with Scarlet?

Wed., November 26

Thurs., December 12

THANKSGIVING

Fri., December 13 THANKSGIVING

Week 20

Mon., December 1 Semester Final Study GuideBell Work: List two items the video has demonstrated about life in the South during Reconstruction.Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.*Finish Gone with the Wind*I. Final Exam Format - PrepII. Semester Exam Study GuideClosure: Look at your Semester Final Study Guide, write down two question numbers that you would like to discuss as a class tomorrow.

Tues., December 2

Semester Exam Review GameBell Work: What two things should you bring with you tomorrow?Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.*Finish Gone with the Wind*

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I. Semester Exam Study GuideII. Review GameIII.Closure: Look at your Final Exam Study Guide, write down two numbers from your Semester Final study guide that you know the answer to.

Wed., December 3 Semester ExamBell Work: What score do you expect to receive today. Why?Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.I. StudyII. Final ExamClosure: -None-

Thurs., December 4

Fri., December 5

Week 21

Mon., December 8

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Fri., December 12

Week 22

Mon., December 14

Tues., December 15

Wed., December 16

SPRING SEMESTER Jan 2015

Week 1

Tues., January 6 Civil War ReviewBell Work: What was a main cause of the Civil War? (Do not use slavery!)Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over Civil War history content and objectives.

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I. Words of advice...II. Civil War Review Winner = 1 CEIII. ReconstructionClosure: What did we call the period after the Civil War?

Wed., January 7 Reconstruction to Gilded AgeBell Work: 1- What is Martial Law? 2- Which state didn’t need Martial Law?Objective: TSWBAT (1) describe the key events and figures that brought an end to the era of Reconstruction. (2) identify Boss Tweed as a example of American corruption leading into the Gilded Age.I. Reconstruction Presidents Lincoln > Johnson > G___ > Hayes What did they do?II. Why not Grant? Corruption: Boss Tweed (Ex. Gangs of New York)III. Tomorrow… Current Events!IV. Friday… Gilded Age as “Seen” on the Homefront!Closure: Which three states were the last to have troops pulled out/ (L, F, SC)Lesson Aid: http://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu/exhibits/reconstruction/timeline.html

Thurs., January 8 Syllabus/Current Event RecapBell Work: What made the Current Events easy? What made them hard?Objective(s): TSWBAT analyze and discuss the potential impact of top news stories on the American Government.I. Parent Letters / Syllabus WebsiteII. Current Events

III. Application to Government? (Group Practice) Top Weird Stories of 2013IV. Tomorrow… Gilded AgeClosure: What are the two ways to get extra credit on Current Events?

Fri., January 9 Gilded at HomeBell Work: Define Gilded.Objective: describe the basic changes that took place in the United States following the Civil War that made US life appealing to those looking from the outside moving towards the Gilded Age.I. Gilded?II. Story of US: Heartland Why does America look great? What is going on that’s bad?III. Gilded TechnologiesClosure: List two changes that took place in the US following the Civil War.

Week 2

Mon., January 12 Gilded TheoriesBell Work: Give two reasons why immigrants started seeing America as the promise land.Objectives: TSWBAT identify new economic and social theories developed during the Gilded Age.I. Finish Story of US: Heartland (32m)

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II. Theories and IdeasIII. New technologies Patents 1790-1860 +360,000 to 1861-1890 +500,000Closure: Describe the technology that you were assigned? Transcontinental Railroad ‘69 Automobiles Wall Street (Invest!) Telegraphs ’44 / Telephones ‘76 Electricity (Light Bulb ‘80) Steel Cable Bridge (Brooklyn ’83) Labor Unions - Join! (Nat. Labor U ’86, Knights of L ’69, AFL ‘90’s) Typewriters Building Factory Machines (vs. Manual Labor)

Tues., January 13 Industrial RevolutionBell Work: What do these numbers tell you? (Patents)Objectives: TSWBAT describe the impact of new technologies/innovations introduced during the Gilded Age.I. Theories and Ideas Cont.II. New technologies Patents 1790-1860 +360,000 to 1861-1890 +500,000III. Marketing/Commercials Sample Infomercials (5 Info, 5 Over the Top Comedy: 45 sec)IV. Impact on Immigration...Closure: Which group did the best job advertising their innovation? Transcontinental Railroad ‘69 Automobiles Wall Street (Invest!) Telegraphs ’44 / Telephones ‘76 Electricity (Light Bulb ‘80) Steel Cable Bridge (Brooklyn ’83) Labor Unions - Join! (Nat. Labor U ’86, Knights of L ’69, AFL ‘90’s) Typewriters Building Factory Machines (vs. Manual Labor)Closure: Which technology would be most appealing to immigrants?

Wed., January 14 ImmigrationBell Work: What did yesterdays presentations do well? Not so well?Objectives: TSWBAT identify reasons for increased immigration during the Gilded Age as well as the American conditions that immigrants were welcomed into.I. Recap TechnologiesII. Impact on Immigration Statue of Liberty, 1885 (New Colossus by Emma Lazarus, 1883) Photo Analysis (Immigration Photos Link)III. Capitalism and Laissez FaireClosure: Describe the conditions that immigrants were welcomed to in the US.

Thurs., January 15

Laissez FaireBell Work: What does the Statue of Liberty Symbolize?

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Statue of Liberty, 1885 (New Colossus by Emma Lazarus, 1883)Objective: TSWBAT (1) Define Laissez Faire economics and the role it played in the evolution of American Capitalism during the Gilded Age. (2) Role play using Monopoly to evaluate the entrepreneur experience.I. Finish Immigration Photo Analysis (Immigration Photos Link)II. Who should improve condition? Government - Laissez Faire Business InvestorsIII. Robber Baron or Captains of Industry? Capitalism and MonopoliesClosure: Put Laissez Faire in your own words.

Fri., January 16 Robbers or Captains? (w/ Monopoly)Bell Work: What is a Monopoly?Objectives: 1) Identify key economic individuals of the Gilded Age and define them as Robber Barons or Captains of Industry of their time. (2) Role play using Monopoly to evaluate the entrepreneur experience.I. Laissez FaireII. Robbers… or Captains Philanthropy Gospel of WealthIII. MonopolyClosure: In your opinion, explain whether or not the rich owe anything to the poor.

Week 3

Mon., January 19 NO SCHOOL MLK JR.DAYTues., January 20 Social Darwinism

Bell Work: What is a Robber Baron?Objectives: define Social Darwinism and compare it to the role of the Government to ensure the “American Dream”.I. Robber Barons or Captains Gospel of Wealth (Example: http://www.runnersworld.com/runners-stories/the-humanitarian-wesley-korir )II. Social Darwinism vs. Pursuit of HappinessIII. Gilded Age Test Bell Work / ExpectationsClosure: Explain whether or not it this cartoon is accurate?

Wed., January 21 Gilded Glog (Lab 130)Bell Work: Describe your assignment.Objective: create a poster highlighting key concepts and terms of the Gilded Age.I. Complete Gilded GlogII. Progressive Era Begins FridayClosure: What do you need to do to ensure you are finished tomorrow?

Thurs., January 22

Gilded Glog (MC Lab)Bell Work: What did you get done yesterday?

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Objective: TSWBAT create a poster highlighting key concepts and terms of the Gilded Age.I. Complete Gilded GlogII. Progressive Era Being FridayClosure: Tomorrow we begin the “Progressive Era”. What does it mean to Progress?

Fri., January 23 Bell Work: Why are you meeting with counselors this week?*Extra Credit: State of the Union due 1/31*Closure: Which courses are you lining up for next year?

Week 4

Mon., January 26 Progressive EraBell Work: Progress. Is it good or bad?Objective: TSWBAT define the Progressive Era as attempt to modernize andI. Exit Gilded Age (Glogs?)II. Progress: Farms to Factories Ex. Monopolies > Sherman AntiTrust Labor UnionsIII. Story of US: Cities (0 - 23:50) Noting Advancements/ProgressIV. Spanish American WarClosure: Identify two big changes that took place in America according to the video.

Tues., January 27 Spanish-American War (Roosevelt's Rough Riders)Bell Work: How much can you learn about a news story from just the headline? (sample headlines)Objective: TSWBAT describe the impact of Teddy Roosevelt and yellow journalism on the Spanish American War.*Extra Credit: State of the Union due 1/31*I. Yellow Journalism- HeadlinesII. New American Hero: Teddy Roosevelt Spanish American War TimelineIII. Panama CanalIV. ?(Sub Closure According to the reading, why was Roosevelt considered a Hero?)Closure: What geographic advantage does the Panama Canal give the US? (map)

Wed., January 28 Upton Sinclair - The JungleBell Work: Define Yellow Journalism.Objective: TSWBAT identify the role of mass media including Yellow Journalism leading towards the Spanish American War and muckraking that led to exposing American factory conditions in Upton Sinclair’s “The Jungle”.I. Mass Media Yellow Journalism MuckrakingII. International Issues… Panama Canal (map)III. Domestic Issues… The Jungle (Worksheet)

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Factories and in the streets… Story of US (23:50 - 38)IV. Sub Thurs and FriClosure: What was the worst excerpt from the Jungle.

Thurs., January 29

Progressive PresidentsBell Work: What did “The Jungle” expose about factory conditions?Objective: TSWBT identify the contributions of Progressive Presidents Teddy Roosevelt and Howard Taft in approving American labor and living conditions.I. Pg 527 1-7II. Pg 528-535 Roosevelt vs. Taft Create a chart listing the events that each President dealt with as well as laws passedClosure: List two contributions of President Theodore Roosevelt.

Fri., January 30 Progressive Study GuideBell Work: List two contributions of Howard Taft.Objective: TSWBT identify the contributions of Progressive Presidents Teddy Roosevelt and Howard Taft in approving American labor and living conditions.I.II.Closure: When is your study guide due?

Week 5

Mon., February 2 Women’s SuffrageBell Work: List three problems that were exposed by muckrakers during the Progressive Era.Objective: identify the significance of women’s rights during the Progressive Era.I. Problems Identified Poor Immigrant conditions Political Corruption Women’s Rights Labor PracticesII. Solutions Jane Addams (Hull House, Chicago) Prohibition 18th Amendment Sherman Ant-Trust ActIII. Women’s Rights? Ain’t I a Woman? Women’s Suffrage Song - Susan B AnthonyIV. Fixing FactoriesClosure: What were other words to describe the rights associated with the 19th Amendment? (Franchise, Suffrage)

Tues., February 3 Fixing FactoriesBell Work: What nationwide changes were made through the 18th and 19th Amendments?Objective: TSWBAT

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I. Women’s Suffrage (Cartoon)II. Working Conditions Children Working Conditions Story of US (38:30 - 46)III. Roosevelt’s Legacy Military Service / Troop Support National Park Service / Antiquities Act Acts (Meat Inspection/Pure Food and Drug) Trust Busting Labor UnionsIV. Taft’s Legacy - ArizonaV . Unit 5 Study GuideClosure: Why do some workers today prefer to be part of a union?

Wed., February 4 Progressing our NationBell Work: Give two reasons why some people label Roosevelt as a good President. (His legacy?)Objectives: TSWBAT identify the national and local changes during the Progressive Ear as seen through the 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th Amendments to the US Constitution and Arizona’s voter initiatives, referendums, and recalls.I. National Changes 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th AmendmentsII. Local Changes Az: Initiatives, Referendums, Recalls Taft vs. Az PoemIII. Progressive ProjectClosure: Why did Taft reject Arizona’s first attempt at statehood?

Thurs., February 5

America Progresses On!Bell Work: Who are you working with?Objective: TSWBAT create a newsletter identifying significant achievements of the progressive era.Progressive ProjectUnit 5 Study GuideClosure: What two topics did you choose not to cover in your paper?*Teen Court*

Fri., February 6 America Progresses On! Cont.Bell Work: What has been the most difficult aspect of working with the Google Presentation?Objective: TSWBAT create a newsletter identifying significant achievements of the progressive era.Progressive ProjectUnit 5 Study GuideClosure: What big items are coming up next week?

Week 6

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Mon., February 9 Progressive ReviewBell Work: Write two test questions with answers that could appear on tomorrow'Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over unit content and objectives over the Progressive Era through a summative assessment.I. Study GuideII. ReviewIII. TestClosure: What is due tomorrow?

Tues., February 10

Progressive Era TestBell Work: What have you done to prepare for today’s test?Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over unit content and objectives over the Progressive Era through a summative assessment.I. Study GuideII. ReviewIII. TestClosure: As America grew in power and industrial might, who notices? Do we owe anything to nations that are behind us?

Wed., February 11 American ImperialismBell Work: What does it mean to “Pay it Forward”?Objectives: TSWBAT describe the events that led to the United States Imperial debates as well as arguments over American Imperialism and apply it to interpretations of White man’s Burden.I. America ProgressesII. Prior to Spanish-American War 495 2, 3, 5, 7, 503 4,6III. Imperialism - American Colonies?V. White Man’s BurdenVI. Tomorrow… American CultureClosure: Define Imperialism.

Thurs., February 12

20’s Jazz Day (Aud)Bell Work: Culture. What is it?Objective: TSWBAT describe cultural aspects of the 1920’s seen through a multi-media presentation.1920’s PresentationClosure: List three items that stood out to your about American Culture at that time.

Fri., February 13 Global ImperialismBell Work: Describe the cartoon you see at this link.Objective: TSWBAT analyze primary documents to determine the views and attitudes of Imperialism as it applied to multiple countries at the turn of the 19th century.*Thursday’s Presentations*I. Bell Work “Test”II. At the Imperialism DBQ site, take out a blank sheet of paper and answer the questions associated with each of the four documents.III. Read the full text of White Man’s Burden. Be ready to discuss it.Closure: Describe the perspective of this cartoon.

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Week 7

Mon., February 16 NO SCHOOL PRESIDENTS DAYTues., February 17

Imperialism: Yes or No?Bell Work: What were the goals of the Declaration of Independence?Objective: TSWBAT describe the events that led to the United States Imperial debates as well as arguments over American Imperialism and apply it to interpretations of White man’s Burden.I. Sphere of Influence Good or bad? White Man’s BurdenII. Imperialism - American Colonies? Declaration of IndependenceIII. Global Power = Global Threat ISMs of WWIIV. WWI Group Project starts ThursdayClosure: As the USA is seen as a major world power, why is it also seen as a threat?

Wed., February 18 “-isms” of the early 1900’sBell Work: Give one reason why “White Man’s Burden” represented the good or bad of Imperialism?Objectives: TSWBAT describe and visualize how the terms Nationalism, Imperialism, Militarism, and Isolationism could be used to describe the United States in the early 1900’s.I. White Man’s BurdenII. US Imperialism and Colonies?III. Key Vocabulary Nationalism Imperialism Militarism Isolationism (US)IV. World at War WW “he kept us out of war” Invest in our AlliesV. Unit 6 Study GuideClosure: Which “ISM” is most likely to lead us to war?

Thurs., February 19

WWI Group ProjectBell Work: What should we do with a President who goes back on their word?Objective: TSWBAT collaboratively create a puzzle identifying key pieces in the causes, sides, and effects of World War I.I. Isolationism Money (Invest in Allies)II. Lusitania German U(tersee) Boats Sussex PledgeIII. Zimmerman TelegramIV. US enters the war…. Wilson “Making the world safe for…” You put the pieces together

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V. Unit 6 Study GuideClosure: In your opinion, do you agree with Wilson that our democracy was being threatened?

Fri., February 20 American War PropagandaBell Work: Give two reasons why the US felt the need to enter World War I.Objective: TSWBAT collaboratively create a puzzle identifying key pieces in the causes, sides, and effects of World War I.I. US in WWIII. Selling the War Propaganda NumbersIII. WWI PuzzleIV. Unit 6 Study GuideClosure: Based on the numbers presented, who do they identify as the winners and losers of the war?

Week 8

Mon., February 23

Tues., February 24

Wed., February 25 Ending the WarBell Work: What do you need to do in order to have your puzzle finished by mid-class?Objectives: TSWBAT identify major impact of the Treaty of Versailles as well as the contributors in it’s creation including Woodrow Wilson’s 14 point plan.*Finish WWI Puzzles*I. America Here’s my Boy Songs of the War Armistice Day (11/11/1918)II. Treaty of Versailles Big Four (Br, Fr, It, US) Wilson’s 14 Point Plan German ReparationsIII. League of NationsIV. Test coming up!Closure: Based on the cartoon, why was the US hesitant to join the League of Nations?

Thurs., February 26

Imperialism/WWI ReviewBell Work: Write two questions with answers that could appear on tomorrow’s test.Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over unit content and objectives over Imperialism/World War I through a summative assessment.I. Study GuideII. ReviewIII. TestClosure: What are the FOUR key items to keep in mind for tomorrow? (CE, SG, Puzzle, Test)

Fri., February 27 Imperialism/WWI Test

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Bell Work: What have you done to prepare for today’s test?Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over unit content and objectives over Imperialism/World War I through a summative assessment.I. Study GuideII. ReviewIII. TestIV. Next Week….Closure: As we prepare for the next era in American history, what are three items that are coming up?

Week 9

Mon., March 2 Introduce DBQ/Work on DocsBell Work: Why was there a strong sense in American nationalism following World War I?Objective: TSWBAT compare the Great Depression to the “Current” Recession using primary sources from each time period.I. American Nationalism Pride, Investing, Banks, Stocks From Boom to...II. DBQ: Dep. vs. Rec. Doc B VideoIII. Document AnalysisClosure: What did you see in 2007 that would have compared to the great depression?

Tues., March 3 DBQ ResearchBell Work: What is your DBQ prompt?Objective: TSWBAT compare the Great Depression to the “Current” Recession using primary sources from each time period.I. DBQ: Dep. vs. Rec. Doc B VideoII. Tomorrow Additional ResearchClosure: Give one reason why the Great Depression / Recession was worse on America.

Wed., March 4 DBQ Documents (Lab 130)Bell Work: How would you define a depression?Objective: TSWBAT compare the Great Depression to the “Current” Recession using primary sources from each time period.Additional ResearchClosure: Which document best supports your side? Why?

Thurs., March 5 Roaring 20’sBell Work: Why were the 20’s known as the “Roaring Twenties”?Objective: TSWBAT identify the events that led to the social, political, economic, and cultural boom of the 1920’s.I. Past Culture PresentationII. Story of US: BoomIII. Investing in America (Stocks / Banks)

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Closure: What are two example of America “Booming” in the 1920’s/

Fri., March 6 Borrowing on the MarginBell Work: What big changes does the motion picture industry bring?Objectives: TSWBAT identify the events that led to the social, political, economic, and cultural boom of the 1920’s.I. Finish Story of US Boom...II. Stock Market: Margins … to BustII. New SG / New SeatsIII. Graded Papers Late work deadline! 5/2Closure: When is the absolute last date this semester to turn in any late work or make up any assessments?

Week 10

Mon., March 9 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSIONTues., March 10 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSIONWed., March 11 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSIONThurs., March 12 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSIONFri., March 13 NO SCHOOL INTERCESSIONWeek 11

Mon., March 17 Boom to Bust Board GameBell Work: If I told you that you were to be pick your own groups. Describe characteristics you would want in group members.Objective: TSWBAT cooperatively create a board game identifying the political, economic, and social changes that inspired the Roaring Twenties leading to and beyond the Great Depression.I. Boom to Bust Board GameII. Life in the Roaring TwentiesIII. Late Work Deadline?IV. SG out tomorrowClosure: What would be good items to bring in for your board game?Current Event 9 due today!

Tues., March 18 Boom to Bust Board Game Work DayBell Work: What are elements of a good board game?Objective: TSWBAT cooperatively create a board game identifying the political, economic, and social changes that inspired the Roaring Twenties leading to and beyond the Great Depression.I. Boom to Bust Board Game Life in the Harlem Renaissance (Music)II. Boom to Bust Study GuideIII. Late Work Deadline?IV. Depression StoriesClosure: On a scale of 1 to 10 (perfect!), how close is your group in terms of being done by the end of Friday?

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Wed., March 19 Boom to Bust Board Game Work DayBell Work: If you had to sell your game to someone using around 15 words, what would you say?Objective: TSWBAT cooperatively create a board game identifying the political, economic, and social changes that inspired the Roaring Twenties leading to and beyond the Great Depression.I. Boom to Bust Board Game Story of US: Bust (0-19 min)II. Boom to Bust Study GuideIII. Late Work Deadline?Closure: What did you get done today on your game?Bell Work 4 (2/24 to 3/19) due today!

Thurs., March 20 Boom to Bust Board Game Work DayBell Work: What does this picture tell you about the Great Depression? (Dorothea Lange Mother Pic)Objective: TSWBAT cooperatively create a board game identifying the political, economic, and social changes that inspired the Roaring Twenties leading to and beyond the Great Depression.I. Boom to Bust Board Game Photos of the Depression Optional: Stories from the DepressionII. Boom to Bust Study GuideIII. Tomorrow… RecoveryIV. Late Work Deadline?Closure: Give an example of an event that would move you forward in your game.

Fri., March 21 Recovery: New DealBell Work: Describe a Hooverville.Objective: TSWBAT cooperatively create a board game identifying the political, economic, and social changes that inspired the Roaring Twenties leading to and beyond the Great Depression.I. Roosevelt’s New Deal Nothing to fear but… 1st 100 days and Alphabet SoupII. Laissez Faire? Roosevelt’s Fireside chats (vs. Obama media today)III. Board GameIV. Boom to Bust Study GuideClosure: What was FDR’s famous line to Americans regarding the depression?Current Event 10 due today!

Week 12

Mon., March 24 Dust BowlBell Work: Give an example of Roosevelt’s “Alphabet Soup”.Objective: TSWBAT describe the environment circumstances that delayed American from exiting the Great Depression.I. Collect Board GamesII. Finish Story of US: BustIII. Boom to Bust Study GuideClosure: How do you think Roosevelt’s Fireside Chats benefited America?

Tues., March 25 Board GamesBell Work: Describe the impact of the Dust Bowl.

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Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over unit content and objectives through evaluating Boom to Bust projects.I. Boom to Bust Game EvaluationsII. Boom to Bust Study GuideClosure: What was good about the games today? Bad?

Wed., March 26 Quiz/Study GuideBell Work: How does your game compare to those you played yesterday? (Staple a ½ sheet of paper to the front of your study guide.)Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over unit content and objectives through evaluating Boom to Bust projects.I. Boom to Bust Game EvaluationsII. Boom to Bust Study GuideIII. Unit QuizClosure: If wars are so bad why did the video on Monday state that WWII would pull us out of the depression?

Thurs., March 27 Causes of WWIIBell Work: What are the benefits/drawbacks of War?Objectives: TSWBAT identify the key events and people that led to World War II through a webquest.I. Exiting the Depression Roosevelt’s New DealII. World War IIIII. Questions / WebquestClosure: Tell me something about WWII from today’s Webquest.

Fri., March 28 Cont. Causes of WWIIBell Work: Describe Part II of your assignment.Objectives: TSWBAT identify the key events and people that led to World War II through a webquest.I. World War II Questions / WebquestII. Coming up… Presentations/DeadlineIII. GradesClosure: What incentive would Japan have to “bring” America in to WW II?Current Event 11 due today!

Week 13

Mon., March 31 Pearl HarborBell Work: Pearl Harbor. Say something about it.Objective: TSWBAT describe the impact of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.I. 10 minutes for CausesII. Story of US: WWII (0:00-9:00)III. Pearl Harbor QuestionsClosure: Tell me one thing you didn’t know about Pearl Harbor.

Tues., April 1 War on the Home FrontBell Work: What does the poster show you about women in WW II?

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Objective: TSWBAT describe how World War II helped boom the American economy and inspired new innovations and brought in a new type of labor force.I. Pearl Harbor QuestionsII. Rosie the Riveter Industry and Technologies Story of US: WWII (9:00-27:30)II. Protecting the US? Alien and Sedition Act 1798 Japanese Americans?Closure: How does carpet bombing change the way wars are now fought?

Wed., April 2 Protection from “Them”Bell Work: What was the purpose of the propaganda poster? (Loose Lips...)Objective: TSWBAT debate both sides of whether or not Japanese interment was a necessary part of the WW II war efforts.*Finish Story of US (27min)*I. Roosevelt Addresses Congress Loose Lips Sink Ships Alien and Sedition Act 1798II. Question of Japanese Internment “Nisei”III. War Strategies “Go for Broke”Closure: If we went to war with Mexico right now, what should we do with Mexican-Americans?

Thurs., April 3 *Teen Court*Fighting the WarBell Work: Give one reason why it was (or was not) necessary to “separate” Japanese Americans.Objective: TSWBAT analyze charts and maps to identify key battle strategies used throughout World War II.I. Battles Midway 725 1-2II. Story of US: WWII (27:30-39:30) DDay 739 1-2 / 744 1-2 Hayes Flag Image Island Hopping 741 1-2III. Roosevelt’s Legacy Depression / WWII Elected 4 times!IV. TrumanClosure: Describe “D Day”.Bell Work 5 (3/20 to 4/3) due today!

Fri., April 4 Ending the War with JapanBell Work: Describe the significance of this image. (Hayes Flag)Objective: TSWBAT debate both sides of the decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan.I. Welcome President Truman

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Roosevelt’s 4 Term Legacy (Depression/World War II) Saw DDay, but not VE/VJ DayII. Commander in Chief Atomic Bomb? Truman’s AdvisorsIII. DebateClosure: What was one reason for not wanting to drop the atomic bomb?Current Event 12 due today!

Week 14

Mon., April 7 Dropping the Bomb?Bell Work: Why is he President often referred to our “Commander in Chief”?Objective: TSWBAT debate both sides of the decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan.I. DebateII. Impact of these Weapons?III. Aftermath Story of US: WWII (39:30 - 6 min)Closure: When would it be appropriate today for the US to use a nuclear bomb?

Tues., April 8 AIMS TESTING - MATH (2,1)No Class Today

Wed., April 9 AIMS TESTING - SCIENCE ( , 3)⅘No Class Today

Thurs., April 10 STANFORD 10 - (6,7)WW II WritingsBell Work: Had we known the effects, do you think we would have used the atomic bomb on Japan? Give one reason as support.Objective: TSWBAT utilize linguistic skills in highlighting some of the attitudes and perspectives of the United States during World War II.I. Dropping the BombII. WritingsIII. Secret CommunicationsClosure: Pictures can say a 1000 words. What does this picture tell you about the end of the war? (Soldier Kiss Pic)

Fri., April 11 Navajo Code TalkersBell Work: One of our largest advantages in WWII came through communication. What advantage did we have?Objective: TSWBAT identify the impact and contributions of Navajo Code Talkers during World War II.I. Writing SamplesII. Wind TalkersIII. Study Guide TimeClosure: What was so special about the Navajo Code Talkers?Current Event 13 due today!

Week 15

Mon., April 14 Truman DoctrineBell Work: Why was the US seen as a “superpower” after World War II?

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Objective: TSWBAT identify causes of tension between the United States and Soviet Russia post World War II leading to the Cold War.I. Truman Doctrine (Cartoon) US vs. Soviet RussiaII. Story of US (0-22:45)III. Causes of the Cold War (765: 5,6)IV. Study GuideV. Project starts tomorrow...Closure: Identify one cause of the Cold War.

Tues., April 15 Post WW II Culture / ProjectBell Work: Describe the Cold War.Objective: TSWBAT create an outline of major political, economic, and social events impacting the United States from the end of World War II to “modern” events.I. Cold War McCarthyism / Red Scare Bomb Shelters/ Safety Videos (Long Version)II. FG 1-19 minIII. Culture (Elvis/“Ike for President”)Closure: What are three visual differences you saw between Forrest’s classmates and yours today?

Wed., April 16 Civil RightsBell Work: What were the two steps our government thought necessary if you “see the flash”?Objective: TSWBAT create an outline of major political, economic, and social events impacting the United States from the end of World War II to “modern” events.I. Post WW II Culture Nixon (VP) Kitchen DebatesII. FG 19-35 min 54 Desegregation / 63 JFK AssassinationIII. JFK Cuban Missile Crisis Assassination (Zapruder Film)IV. JFK’s Role in Civil Rights? Brown vs. Board of Education / DesegregationClosure: Based on the Kennedy clip, explain whether you feel it needs to be investigated further?

Thurs., April 17 VietnamBell Work: What do we know about Martin Luther King, Jr.?Objective: TSWBAT create an outline of major political, economic, and social events impacting the United States from the end of World War II to “modern” events.I. I have a Dream... MLK (68) and JFK (63) Assassinations LBJ “their cause should be our cause too” “We shall overcome”II. Vietnam (61-73) - Domino TheoryIII. FG 35-58 min

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Vietnam / LBJIV. Nixon (Kitchen Debates) Kent State Shooting - “Baby Killers”V. Something Happening HereClosure: Why was there a lot of negativity regarding “Vietnam”?

Fri., April 18 NO SCHOOL – PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Week 16

Mon., April 21 Hippie Counter CultureBell Work: What was the purpose of the “Kitchen Debates”?Objective: TSWBAT create an outline of major political, economic, and social events impacting the United States from the end of World War II to “modern” events.I. Vietnam Stats What are we fighting for? Who gets to fight? (Draft) (Compared to Other…)II. FG 58-1:08 min Counterculture (Hippies/Black Panthers)III. Counter Culture WoodstockIV. US Superior? Space RaceClosure: Describe the “race to space”?Current Event 14 due today!

Tues., April 22 Space Race / WatergateBell Work: Why did some people panic when the Soviet Union launched the first satellite into space orbit (Sputnik, 1957)?Objective: TSWBAT create an outline of major political, economic, and social events impacting the United States from the end of World War II to “modern” events.I. Nixon 73 Vietnam “Police Action” WithdrawII. FG 1:08-1:21 min Moon Landing / Ping Pong Diplomacy / WatergateIII. Watergate Top 5 Events - 940-945IV. Veteran Care/BenefitsClosure: Explain “Ping Pong Diplomacy”.

Wed., April 23 Labor UnionsBell Work: Tell me something about Nixon’s Watergate Scandal.Objective: TSWBAT create an outline of major political, economic, and social events impacting the United States from the end of World War II to “modern” events.I. FG 1:21-1:38 minII. Cesar Chavez (Nat. Farmers Work Assoc.)III. FG 1:38-1:53 min New Technologies 76 AppleClosure: Take a guess. What do you think your project is going to be?

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Bell Work 6 (4/4 to 4/23) due today!

Thurs., April 24 Information Age / TechnologyBell Work: What significant impact does technology play today?Objective: TSWBAT create an outline of major political, economic, and social events impacting the United States from the end of World War II to “modern” events.I. New Technologies/Gadgets WeVideoII. FG 1:53-2:09 min New IllnessesIII. Project HandoutsVI. Assign Groups / Brainstorm Inventory SkillsV. Draft today?Closure: List two events that you really want.

Fri., April 25 Spring AssemblyFinal Project!Bell Work: 1) What is the name of the program showed yesterday? 2) How can you access it?Objective: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. Group ExpectationsII. Event DraftIII. Get to work!Closure: Of all your events, which is your... Favorite? Least Favorite?Current Event 15 due today!

Week 17

Mon., April 28 Project Work DayBell Work: Describe your project.Objective: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. WeVideoII. Event DetailsIII. Get to work!Closure: Based on all you’ve finished today, what do you need to do to ensure that you’re finished by the end of the week?

Tues., April 29 Project Work DayBell Work: What has your group planned/done in terms of filming?Objective: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. WeVideoII. Event DetailsIII. Get to work!Closure: Since we will be in the lab the next three days, what would be good items to bring in?

Wed., April 30 (Lab 130)Lab Day 1

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Bell Work: Name one song you plan to use in video.Objectives: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. Lab Behavior/ExpectationsII. WeVideoIII. Deadlines!Closure: What did you get done today?

Thurs., May 1 (Lab 130)Lab Day 2Bell Work: How many events have you filmed so far?Objectives: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. Lab BehaviorII. WeVideoIII. Deadlines!Closure: With one work day left, what do you have left?

Fri., May 2 (Lab 130)FINAL WORK DAYBell Work: What is the weakest part of your video?Objectives: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. Lab BehaviorII. WeVideoIII. Deadlines!Closure: How do you plan to get your video to your teacher?Current Event 16 due today!LAST DAY FOR ANY SPRING LATE/MAKE UP WORK!

Week 18

Mon., May 5 (Lab 130)FINAL WORK DAYBell Work: Since you were given an extra work day, how will you use it?Objectives: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. Lab BehaviorII. WeVideoIII. Deadlines!Closure: What do you still need to do? (Print outs? Video?)

Tues., May 6 Timeline/PresentBell Work: How should we determine who presents first, second, third, and so on?Objectives: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. Event DescriptionsII. Timeline AssignmentIII. Videos!Closure: What did today’s groups do well? What did some struggle with?

Wed., May 7 Timeline/Present Cont.

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Bell Work: If you were to do this project again, what would you do differently?Objectives: TSWBAT role play the life of a fictional character as they experience major events in American history from 1980 to present.I. Event DescriptionsII. Timeline AssignmentIII. Videos!Closure: What video was the best, why?

Thurs., May 8 Story of US: SuperPowerBell Work: What grade do you deserve on your project? Give one reason why.Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.I. Wrap up PresentationsII. US As a Superpower (Story of US: Superpower) Bingo!III. Final Exam Study GuideClosure: When is the first part of the final?Bell Work 7 (4/24 to 5/8) due today!

Fri.,May 9 Story of US: SuperPowerBell Work: Take out your “Bingo” paper from yesterday.. (and study guide)Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.I. Finish Story of US: Superpower BingoII. Study GuideIII. Graded Work

Week 19

Mon., May 12 Final Exam Study GuideBell Work: Take out your study guide and begin working quietly!Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.I. Study GuideII. Final FormatsIII. #2 Pencil

Tues., May 13 Story of US: MilleniumBell Work: Take out your “Bingo” paper from yesterday.. (and study guide)Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.I. Story of US: Millenium BingoII. Study GuideIII. Graded Work

Wed., May 14 Final Exam Review GameBell Work: Take out your study guide and begin working quietly!Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.

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I. Study GuideII. Review GameIII. #2 Pencil

Thurs., May 15 Final Part I – MCBell Work: Take out your study guide and begin working quietly!Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content and knowledge through a summative assessment.Final Exam Part I

Fri., May 16 Final Part II - DBQBell Work: Grab a copy of the DBQ packet and complete the cover sheet. Quietly begin reading the prompt.Objectives: TSWBAT demonstrate persuasive writing ability through document and content application in a document based question.I. F Document AnalysisII. M *Post It Help* / BrainstormIII. Tu Prewrite/Proof ReadIV. Last Day - Finalize DBQ / VBQPoint Breakdown:10 Document Analysis5 Prewrite/Brainstorm20 Final15 Document ApplicationLAST DAY FOR SENIORS

Week 20

Mon., May 19 Final Part II - DBQBell Work: Grab your DBQ packet and begin working quietly!Objectives: TSWBAT demonstrate persuasive writing ability through document and content application in a document based question.I. F Document AnalysisII. M *Post It Help* / BrainstormIII. Tu Prewrite/Proof ReadIV. Last Day - Finalize DBQ

Tues., May 20 Final Part II - DBQ Bell Work: Grab your DBQ packet and begin working quietly!Objectives: TSWBAT demonstrate persuasive writing ability through document and content application in a document based question.I. F- Document AnalysisII. M- *Post It Help* / BrainstormIII. Tu- Prewrite/Proof ReadIV. Last Day - Finalize DBQ

Wed., May 21 FINALS HALF DAY-no class today-

Thurs., May 22 FINALS HALF DAY (9-10:30)Final Part IIIBell Work: Grab your DBQ and begin working on it quietly.Objective: TSWBAT demonstrate knowledge and competency over course content throughI. Finish DBQII. Good bye and Good Luck!

Fri., December 20 NO SCHOOL – WINTER BREAK

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