Course Syllabus

Description of Course Content

The study of United States History in high school builds on historical and geographical perspectives gained from the elementary and middle level study of North Carolina and the United States. The study of World History in grade nine will now enable students to place the United States in a world context as well. The economic and political perspectives and historical foundations gained from the study of Civics and Economics will prepare students for the examination of our nation’s history. In North Carolina, the study of history no longer supports memorization of unexamined and isolated facts but emphasizes the thinking skills to detect trends, analyze movements and events, and develop a “sense of history”. The class will begin with a 1 week review of Colonial life and then begin with the 7 years war.  American 1 will end with the Post Civil War reconstruction in the American South.

Classroom expectations

Rules and Procedures American History Fall 2021.pptx 

 

Grades- Compared to previous semesters there will be a higher emphasis on classwork/homework than assessments. Tentatively looking at:

40% Tests,

35% Classwork/Homework,

25% Quiz

Late work policy - FRIDAY = makeup day

Everything that is assigned is due on the Friday of the week it was assigned.  If assignment is turned in after without extenuating circumstances, points will continue to be taken off until turned in.

attendance/signing on policy 

All Quizzes and Tests will ideally be completed in person on the day that you're assigned.  All UCPS attendence guidlines and policies will be followed.