To the Parents of U.S. History Students, 2007/2008

I was unable to come to the open house, but I wanted you to have a description of the class. We cover Reconstruction to Modern-day events. Thinking maps, paideia seminars, technology projects, tests, reading strategies, primary documents, blogs, powerpoints, and problem solving activities will cover the year. You should know that all students have ten extra credit points at the beginning of each quarter to use as they wish. This could include lateness or bathroom visits. The students will also be watching various appropriate films. Two novels and a play will be read during the year, and Edline postings will be after the first unit and mid-quarter and final. Assessment will be in the form of tests and a folder containing all of the student's work for the unit. The student is responsible for copying down all assignments and putting them into the folder. Ask them if you want to know what they are supposed to be doing. You are welcome to visit this blog at any time. Have a great year!