US History: First we are going to take our test on Chapter 4.
Competency Goal 2: Expansion and Reform (1801-1850) - The learner will assess the competing forces of expansionism, nationalism, and sectionalism. 2.01 Analyze the effects of territorial expansion and the admission of new states to the Union.
Use the maps on textbook page 169 to fill out this map and in the atlas to locate the following bodies of water, landforms, territories, cities, and routes of explorers. Then label them on
the outline map on the back of this page.
Label: Bodies of Water and Landforms:
Pacific Ocean
Mississippi River
Rocky Mountains
Territories and Nations:
Michigan Territory
Spanish Territory
Mississippi Territory
Indiana Territory
Louisiana Purchase
British Territory
Spanish Florida
Canada
Routes of Explorers:
Lewis and Clark 1804–1805
Pike 1805–1806
Clark’s return
Pike 1806–1807
Lewis’s return
Lewis and Clark 1806
Cities and Locations:
New Orleans
Fort Clatsop
St. Louis
US States
Color the following areas, each a separate color. Mimic the textbook:
US States, Louisiana Purchase, Spanish Territory, Oregon Territory, British Territory
Civics and Economics: We are going to start with our Test on Chapter 3. Then we are going to start Unit 2, the Legislative branch. We are going to take interactive notes on Page 24 in Binder: US Congress. If we have time, we are going to define all the highlighted words in Chapter 6.
Competency Goal 5 The learner will explain how the political and legal systems provide a means to balance competing interests and resolve conflicts.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Friday, October 9, 2009
Friday, October 9, 2009
Today is a half day and only 3rd and 4th period will be meeting.
Civics: Today we are going to discuss the current event of the President winning the Nobel Peace Prize and the political repercussion from this decision.
Then, we are going to go over the Test which I have delayed till Monday. We are going to go over the test.
TEST MONDAY FOR CIVICS!
US History: We are a little behind 2nd period and are going to have a short discussion on the dress code and then we are going to complete Guided Reading 4.
Have a great weekend! Enjoy Oktoberfest!
Reminder- If you reply to any post on the blog you will get 5 points extra credit on the next test!
Civics: Today we are going to discuss the current event of the President winning the Nobel Peace Prize and the political repercussion from this decision.
Then, we are going to go over the Test which I have delayed till Monday. We are going to go over the test.
TEST MONDAY FOR CIVICS!
US History: We are a little behind 2nd period and are going to have a short discussion on the dress code and then we are going to complete Guided Reading 4.
Have a great weekend! Enjoy Oktoberfest!
Reminder- If you reply to any post on the blog you will get 5 points extra credit on the next test!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Thursday, October 8th 2009
Civics and Economics: NC SCOS:
Competency Goal 1 The learner will investigate the foundations of the American political system and explore basic values and principles of American democracy.
1.07 Evaluate the extent to which the Bill of Rights extended the Constitution.
Yesterday we finished the Constitution Scavenger Hunt but did not have time to look at the Constitution Test.
Today- We are going to spend the class period completing the test individually using textbook and notes. We will have this test tomorrow (Friday). Go Home and Study it!!!
Also, I have some students that have not completed the Amendments Sheet, I will give you the opportunity to finish this and any other missing work.
US History: NCSCOS Competency Goal 1
The New Nation (1789-1820) - The learner will identify, investigate, and assess the effectiveness of the institutions of the emerging republic.
1.03 Assess commercial and diplomatic relationships with Britain, France, and other nations.
Today- We will be completing Guided Reading 4. This will be the last day. We will then work on this test. You can use your notes and textbook on this mock test. Once students are finished with the test we will go over it and make sure all students have the correct answers.
The real test will be on Monday, and will look very similar to the test you have in your hand (hint, hint). The test will be on Chapter 4 in the America Visions Textbook.
The test will be Monday, as 2nd Period will not be meeting tomorrow.
During class, the Teacher will be walking around the room helping students with the assignment.
Both Classes: As an incentive to check the blog, I have made an extra credit opportunity where if you make a comment on any post in this blog you will get 5 points extra credit on your next test!
Remember: Tomorrow (Friday) is a half-day! Oktoberfest is this weekend, remember to have fun and be safe!
Competency Goal 1 The learner will investigate the foundations of the American political system and explore basic values and principles of American democracy.
1.07 Evaluate the extent to which the Bill of Rights extended the Constitution.
Yesterday we finished the Constitution Scavenger Hunt but did not have time to look at the Constitution Test.
Today- We are going to spend the class period completing the test individually using textbook and notes. We will have this test tomorrow (Friday). Go Home and Study it!!!
Also, I have some students that have not completed the Amendments Sheet, I will give you the opportunity to finish this and any other missing work.
US History: NCSCOS Competency Goal 1
The New Nation (1789-1820) - The learner will identify, investigate, and assess the effectiveness of the institutions of the emerging republic.
1.03 Assess commercial and diplomatic relationships with Britain, France, and other nations.
Today- We will be completing Guided Reading 4. This will be the last day. We will then work on this test. You can use your notes and textbook on this mock test. Once students are finished with the test we will go over it and make sure all students have the correct answers.
The real test will be on Monday, and will look very similar to the test you have in your hand (hint, hint). The test will be on Chapter 4 in the America Visions Textbook.
The test will be Monday, as 2nd Period will not be meeting tomorrow.
During class, the Teacher will be walking around the room helping students with the assignment.
Both Classes: As an incentive to check the blog, I have made an extra credit opportunity where if you make a comment on any post in this blog you will get 5 points extra credit on your next test!
Remember: Tomorrow (Friday) is a half-day! Oktoberfest is this weekend, remember to have fun and be safe!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
2nd US History- We are going to finish up on the Guided Reading 4. If we have time we are going to go over. Also we are going to start looking at Test 4, which we will be having Monday October 12, because we will not be having class on Friday (half day).
While students are working on Guided Reading 4, I will finish grading all previous work and turn it back to the students.
3rd Civics - We got distracted yesterday and did not have time to finish the Scavenger Hunt and Sample Test. I will give this out and we will have the test. The Test will be on Friday.
What we did yesterday: “We are going to take the short quiz that we did not take yesterday. This is going to start out class and then we are going to go over it as a group. When complete we are going to finish the back page of the Constitutional Scavenger Hunt .We are then going to take a mock test on a Civics Constitution Test that we will have on Thursday."
4th US History - We will also finish Guided Reading 4 in class. After this we will be going over the Guided Reading and the test together to make sure everyone has the correct answers.
We will then allow students to work independently on the test. Students will probably not complete it and we will finish it tomorrow. (Thursday)
While students are working on Guided Reading 4, I will finish grading all previous work and turn it back to the students.
While students are working on Guided Reading 4, I will finish grading all previous work and turn it back to the students.
3rd Civics - We got distracted yesterday and did not have time to finish the Scavenger Hunt and Sample Test. I will give this out and we will have the test. The Test will be on Friday.
What we did yesterday: “We are going to take the short quiz that we did not take yesterday. This is going to start out class and then we are going to go over it as a group. When complete we are going to finish the back page of the Constitutional Scavenger Hunt .We are then going to take a mock test on a Civics Constitution Test that we will have on Thursday."
4th US History - We will also finish Guided Reading 4 in class. After this we will be going over the Guided Reading and the test together to make sure everyone has the correct answers.
We will then allow students to work independently on the test. Students will probably not complete it and we will finish it tomorrow. (Thursday)
While students are working on Guided Reading 4, I will finish grading all previous work and turn it back to the students.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Civics and Economics (2nd):
We are going to take the short quiz that we did not take yesterday. This is going to start out class and then we are going to go over it as a group. When complete we are going to finish the back page of the Constitutional Scavenger Hunt .
We are then going to take a mock test on a Civics Constitution Test that we will have on Thursday.
US History - (2nd and 4th)- we are going to finish the backside of the Constitutional Scavenger Hunt. We are going to go through this as a group and then we are going to start working on Guided Reading 4.
We are going to take the short quiz that we did not take yesterday. This is going to start out class and then we are going to go over it as a group. When complete we are going to finish the back page of the Constitutional Scavenger Hunt .
We are then going to take a mock test on a Civics Constitution Test that we will have on Thursday.
US History - (2nd and 4th)- we are going to finish the backside of the Constitutional Scavenger Hunt. We are going to go through this as a group and then we are going to start working on Guided Reading 4.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Monday, October 5th 2009
I hope everyone had a nice weekend!
Civics: Today we are going to start with a mock quiz to determine student knowledge of the Constitutional Convention and what occurred. Secondly we are going to work on a Scavenger Hunt on the Constitution.
Students should write there answers on another piece of paper.
US History: Today we are going to first discuss the Constitution and then we are going to complete a Scavenger Hunt, exploring the Constitution.
Students should write there answers on another piece of paper.
Civics: Today we are going to start with a mock quiz to determine student knowledge of the Constitutional Convention and what occurred. Secondly we are going to work on a Scavenger Hunt on the Constitution.
Students should write there answers on another piece of paper.
US History: Today we are going to first discuss the Constitution and then we are going to complete a Scavenger Hunt, exploring the Constitution.
Students should write there answers on another piece of paper.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Friday, October 2nd, 2009
US History and Civics:
Remember every item that is underlined is a link!
2nd Period. - We are going to first complete the Hamilton v. Jefferson Activity that we did not complete yesterday. Click Here to see that activity.
For 3rd and 4th period we are going to discuss then complete this sheet on how the Bill of Rights affects us, or does it? The sheet can be found here. If students have not completed the other assignment, they will have the opportunity to.
Have a great weekend! Remember next weekend is Oktoberfest!
Remember every item that is underlined is a link!
2nd Period. - We are going to first complete the Hamilton v. Jefferson Activity that we did not complete yesterday. Click Here to see that activity.
For 3rd and 4th period we are going to discuss then complete this sheet on how the Bill of Rights affects us, or does it? The sheet can be found here. If students have not completed the other assignment, they will have the opportunity to.
Have a great weekend! Remember next weekend is Oktoberfest!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Thursday, October 1st 2009
Civics and Economics, US History:
Today, we are going to be reviewing the very important concept of Federalism. We will be looking at how the early leaders of the republic, Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton shaped the two contrasting viewpoints that continue today to dictate arguments of US American domestic political policy.
We will first be looking at this PowerPoint presentation, taking notes on the most important concepts.
Processing - Then we will be using a History Alive handout to fill out the contrasting viewpoints of Hamilton and Jefferson.
Today, we are going to be reviewing the very important concept of Federalism. We will be looking at how the early leaders of the republic, Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton shaped the two contrasting viewpoints that continue today to dictate arguments of US American domestic political policy.
We will first be looking at this PowerPoint presentation, taking notes on the most important concepts.
Processing - Then we will be using a History Alive handout to fill out the contrasting viewpoints of Hamilton and Jefferson.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Civics: Today we are going to look at the 6 purposes for government. Here are the Notes and Presentation we are going to view.
Writing Prompt: (please complete on sheet of paper)
Why do we need Government?
What is the Purposes of the US Government?
For each of the following, tell what each means to you:
1. To form a more perfect Union…..
2. To establish Justice…….
3. To ensure domestic tranquility……
4. To provide for the common defense….
5. To promote the General Welfare…
6. To secure the blessings of liberty
When complete with this activity we are going to complete Guided Reading 3 individually.
US History: Today I am going to give back your graded test. I will discuss opportunities to make up the test with each student. Then we are going to work on Guided Reading 3 individually.
Writing Prompt: (please complete on sheet of paper)
Why do we need Government?
What is the Purposes of the US Government?
For each of the following, tell what each means to you:
1. To form a more perfect Union…..
2. To establish Justice…….
3. To ensure domestic tranquility……
4. To provide for the common defense….
5. To promote the General Welfare…
6. To secure the blessings of liberty
When complete with this activity we are going to complete Guided Reading 3 individually.
US History: Today I am going to give back your graded test. I will discuss opportunities to make up the test with each student. Then we are going to work on Guided Reading 3 individually.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Civics:
The Constitution
Today we are going to over the Constitutional Convention. Taking Notes on this page.
We are then going to complete Guided Reading 3 in class.
US History:
Test today! I am going to give students 10 minutes to study for the test. Then students are going to take test. We will then go over the Articles of Confederation on Page 8 in the binder.
The Constitution
Today we are going to over the Constitutional Convention. Taking Notes on this page.
We are then going to complete Guided Reading 3 in class.
US History:
Test today! I am going to give students 10 minutes to study for the test. Then students are going to take test. We will then go over the Articles of Confederation on Page 8 in the binder.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Friday, September 29, 2009
We have finally made it to Friday!!!
Civics: Today we will be looking at the Articles of Confederation and how those articles influenced future governments:
The learning goal for today is:
Here is the presentation that we will be viewing today and taking notes on.
Processing Today:
Complete 1 of the following activities:
1. Create a small chart listing the major problems of the Articles and what their consequences would have been.
2. Create a graphic organizer showing the organization, strengths and weaknesses of the Articles. Look in Civics Today page 69.
US History: In Class today we will finish discussing The Patriot and then we are going to go over together the Revolutionary War Test Study Guide. Students will have 20 minutes to finish any of the questions the know and then we will spend the rest of the hour going over and making sure everyone has the answers. TEST MONDAY FOR US HISTORY!
Civics: Today we will be looking at the Articles of Confederation and how those articles influenced future governments:
The learning goal for today is:
Students can identify reasons for the Articles of Confederation and why they were not the final rule of law for the new country.
Here is the presentation that we will be viewing today and taking notes on.
Processing Today:
Complete 1 of the following activities:
1. Create a small chart listing the major problems of the Articles and what their consequences would have been.
2. Create a graphic organizer showing the organization, strengths and weaknesses of the Articles. Look in Civics Today page 69.
US History: In Class today we will finish discussing The Patriot and then we are going to go over together the Revolutionary War Test Study Guide. Students will have 20 minutes to finish any of the questions the know and then we will spend the rest of the hour going over and making sure everyone has the answers. TEST MONDAY FOR US HISTORY!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Thursday, September 24th, 2009
US History and Civics: Today we will continue on Part 2 of The Patriot, Students are expected to view of the film with a eye towards historical accuracy. When the movie is complete we will be going over the questions on the sheet that were handed out. These questions will be extra credit.
With a few students back after suspensions, we will give these students time to make up work.
With a few students back after suspensions, we will give these students time to make up work.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Wedsday September, 23rd 2009
US History and Civics Classes: Today, as a reward for good work in class, we will be watching the film The Patriot staring Mel Gibson. This film gives a portrayal of life before and during the American Revolution. Though it has some historical inaccuracies, as we will discuss, it helps to give us an idea of colonial life during the Revolutionary War.
While we watch the film we will answer the following Questions: HPS Link Google Docs Link
While we watch the film we will answer the following Questions: HPS Link Google Docs Link
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Civics: At the start of class, we are going to have the real quiz on the 3 branches and 3 levels of government.
I realize I have not been giving students enough time to work independently, so I am going to give students a last chance to complete their Colonial Life Journal and Colonial Life Brochure.
After this, I am going to give out a Study Guide for a Test on the American Revolution. I am going to give students time to work on it independently, then hopefully we will have time to go over it.
Here are some excellent notes that could be useful on the test.
US History: I am going to give students another 30 minutes to complete all missing assignments and to look over Progress Reports for any missing assignments.
After this, I am going to give out a Study Guide for a Test on the American Revolution.
We are going to be having a test on the Revolutionary War by the end of the week.
Here are some excellent notes that could be useful on the test.
Remember Open House tonight @ CVHS @ 6.30!
I realize I have not been giving students enough time to work independently, so I am going to give students a last chance to complete their Colonial Life Journal and Colonial Life Brochure.
After this, I am going to give out a Study Guide for a Test on the American Revolution. I am going to give students time to work on it independently, then hopefully we will have time to go over it.
Here are some excellent notes that could be useful on the test.
US History: I am going to give students another 30 minutes to complete all missing assignments and to look over Progress Reports for any missing assignments.
After this, I am going to give out a Study Guide for a Test on the American Revolution.
We are going to be having a test on the Revolutionary War by the end of the week.
Here are some excellent notes that could be useful on the test.
Remember Open House tonight @ CVHS @ 6.30!
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