This course is a survey of the history of the United States from the time of colonization to the present day. Both domestic and foreign policy issues throughout this time period will be focused upon and an attempt will be made to place them in the various social science themes: Social, Political, Religious, Intellectual, Technological, Cultural and Economic. Current events will be a regular part of the course in order to make connections between what happened in our nation’s past and how it affects today’s citizens. Students will be responsible for keeping up with the reading assignments outside of class.Research indicates that those who read are more academically successful than those who do not. Lastly, we will try to develop FOUR main skills throughout the year:
1. Using evidence to construct and evaluate arguments 2.Using primary documents to analyze points of view, context, and bias 3.Developing the ability to assess issues of change and continuity 4.Enhancing the capacity to handle diversity of interpretations
Expectations
Be respectful of yourself, your peers, your
instructor and the property around you at all times.Displaying respect is especially important
during classroom discussions. If you have a question or desire to
participate in a discussion, raise your hand and directly address
arguments, not the people posing them.
Participate in class discussions and activities.
Be on time and prepared for class. This includes
having your textbook, binder, ink pens, and having completed the
assignments (including reading).
Assignments are due at the beginning of your
class period on the day specified in advance (see Make-Up/Late Work
policy).
Tardy Policy: Students late to class will be
required to sign the teacher’s tardy book.A student will be considered tardy if he/she
is not in his/her assigned seat when the late bell has finished sounding.
Please see the classroom tardy policy in the student handbook.
Gum, food and drink are not permitted in the
classroom.Students may have water
in a clear container.Hats are not
to be worn in school, writing on the desks is not permitted and cell
phones and audio devices are prohibited.Do not pack up your materials before the teacher is finished
instructing or the bell has sounded.
Comply with the general rules as listed in the Cambridge
High School student handbook.Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action (Infractions:
1-Documented; 2-S/T Discussion; 3-Call Parent/Guardian; 4-Meeting with
Parent/Guardian; 5-Administrative Referral)
Daily, we will.....
Arrive prepared for success
Respect one another and build a community of lifelong learners
Honor all school, district local, state and federal laws which govern us