1. United States History
Mr. Eric Mossberg

2. Welcome everyone to
Back to School Night
August 24, 2017

3. United States History and Geography A & B Parent-Student Letter
Dear Parent:
It is a pleasure to have the opportunity to teach 11th grade United States History And Geography to your son
or daughter this year. The major emphasis of the course is to provide a study of the geographic, economic,
political, social and cultural changes that have shaped the history of the United States during the 20th century.
Each student should acquire an appreciation for our common heritage and culture as a nation, while recognizing
our cultural pluralism. Please read the attached information. If you have any comments or questions, be sure to make note of them in the space provided below.
The Vision:
of San Pedro High School is to become a learning community embracing collaboration, inquiry, and responsibility in the pursuit of academic excellence.
Expected School Wide Learning Results (ESLRs):
Active Citizens who participate as informed members in a global environment.

4. Creative And Critical Thinkers who analyze, problem-solve, and synthesize answers efficiently.
Effective Communicators who demonstrate competence in speaking, writing, and current technology
Content and performance standards:
Analyze the major political, economic, and social developments that have shaped the United States.
Analyze the historical interaction and interdependence of the United States and world cultures.
Analyze the democratic principles and evaluate how these principles are evident in national and
international issues.
Instructional methods and strategies may include:
a. Lecture. f. Research and reports.
b. Cooperative work groups. g. Reading.
c. Multimedia presentations. h. Practice for skill development.
d. Writing and speaking exercises. i. Discovery and problem-solving.
e. Demonstrations. j. Various map assignments.
Performance evaluations or standards may include:
a. Teacher-made exams. f. Oral presentations.
b. Projects. g. Homework.
c. Writing portfolio. h. Quizzes.
d. Writing proficiency tests. i. Participation in class discussions.
e. Essays and other papers. j. Proper citizenship.

5. Technology:
Students have access to one or more computer in every classroom, the Library/Media Center, Computer Lab,
and other technology centers on campus. Students will be given an Internet account that allows access to
different web browsers and . Students will receive instruction in a variety of software applications and
other media, such as film, videotapes, DVDs, encyclopedias, magazines, newspapers, CD-ROMs and other
electronic reference materials.
Long term planning and goals:
First Semester
Connecting with past learning (Revolutionary War to Reconstruction). 4 wks
Industrialization, immigration, and Progressives. 3 wks
Imperialism and World War I wks
Roaring Twenties and the Crash wks
The New Deal wks
World War II wks
The Home Front wks
Second Semester
The Cold War pt.1 ( ) wks
Postwar America wks
The Civil Rights Movement wks
The 1960s wks
Vietnam War wks
Nixon to Bush wks

6. During the year each student will actively participate in the study of history by completing the following
research projects.
Students will:
1. Hand draw a large geographic map of the United States
2. Construct a family tree and timeline. Interview family members and
acquaintances regarding historical events and issues.
3. Conduct mock trials, press conferences, and skits covering several important historic events or eras.
4. Create a group video, newspaper, or museum display on a particular decade in United States history covering a variety of subjects.
Classroom Management Plan:
While in class students are expected to conduct themselves in an orderly and mature manner. To attain
this end, the following expectations will be enforced and the following procedures will be used.
While in class, students are expected to:
1. Be responsible for materials issued and all materials needed for class.
2. Be in their seat and ready to work when the class begins.
3. Obtain permission before speaking and leaving assigned seat.
4. Be accountable for the completion of all assigned class work.
5. Respect and be polite to all people, and to the property of others.

7. Violations will be dealt with in the following manner.
1st infraction-warning
2nd infraction-conference between student and teacher
3rd infraction-class detention (cleaning, etc.) and parent contacted
4th infraction-conference with parent
5th infraction and following infractions-parent contacted and Dean's Office (referral)
Attendance Policy:
A maximum of 7 full day/ 28 total class period absences are allowed during the current school year.
Semester grade scale: 90%+ A %-89% B % C %-64%D below 55% Fail
Yours truly,
Mr. Mossberg
Social Science Instructor
United States History: Grade Eleven

8. Mr. Eric Mossberg
Contact info:
School website: sanpedrohs.org
Check your child’s grades at: schoology.com
Students will be required to take home progress reports at the end of each unit, to be signed by parents/guardians, so as to facilitate parent awareness of their progress in class.

9. Oh my, exam day!