Why study

history?

We study history...• …to understand the historical references

made in everyday life. “To get it!!”

• …to learn from past happenings.

• … “because we believe that it is easier to know where we currently are if we understand where we came from.”

• …to graduate. (American History I & II are required courses.)

Tools of the Trade

http://www.classzone.com/

All Students need to maintain a notebook!

Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

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• Android and iphone platform• Free• Used primarily for definitions• Can be used without WIFI• Students still have an opportunity to do traditional work.

You can expect...

• … to discuss information for better understanding.

• … to take notes.

• … to be assigned preview and review work.

• … to take chapter quizzes and tests.

Special Attractions

Movies in Time• The Lost Battalion• The Grapes of Wrath• Saving Private Ryan

(1st 30 min. beach scene)

• Thirteen Days• Various short

documentaries

American History IIFort Indian Town Gap

Washington D.C.American History Museum

FDR MemorialMLK Jr. Memorial

Arlington National Cemetery

Special Guests•WWII, Korean, and Vietnam War Veterans•National Guard Educator Show and Share.

One Last Thought

“The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to

excellence.”

-- Vince Lombardi