Why study history? We study history... …to understand the historical references made in everyday life. “To get it!!” …to learn from past happenings.

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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 …to understand the historical references made in everyday life.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

All Students need to maintain a notebook! Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

iflashcard 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

Civil War Living History Encampment With special guest presentations WWII Living History Encampment planned for the spring

Movies in Time The Lost Battalion The Grapes of Wrath Saving Private Ryan (1 st 30 min. beach scene) Thirteen Days Various short documentaries

World War II Oral History Project Connecting local veterans with local students to complete the history of our involvement in World War II.

American History II Fort Indian Town Gap Washington D.C. American History Museum FDR Memorial MLK Jr. Memorial Arlington National Cemetery

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YMCA Youth & Government The purpose of the program is to bring the workings of state government alive to students. Students can participate as… Officers and Administrators Legislators Attorneys Lobbyists Press Corps

And we’re just getting started!

One Last Thought “The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence.” -- Vince Lombardi