We are about to embark on a journey through time, to learn about many of the most exciting and influential periods in American History. Some of the topics we will be exploring are:

• The Nation Divided
• The Civil War
• Reconstruction
• The West Transformed
• Industry & Urban Growth
• Political Reform
• World War I
• The Depression and the New Deal
• World War II
• The Cold War Era
• The Civil Rights Movements and more...

We will be using primary source materials, small group project-based assignments, individual research projects, plays, simulations, and a variety of media to investigate American History.

• Classroom rules: The rules in social studies are the same as those in the student handbook; the following will be emphasized:

• Arrive on time and prepared.
• Listen carefully and follow all directions.
• Only one person may speak at a time.
• Finish all work.
• Treat all people and property with respect.

Of course, students should also focus on our Raider Profile: Engage, Embrace, Think, Care, Create, Empathize, and Collaborate!

• Grades will be based on the following criteria:

• Assessments 30%
• Small Group Project-Based Assignments 20%
• Research Projects/Homework 20%
• Document-Based Essays 20%
• Classwork and Participation 10%

• Assessments: There will be a quiz after each chapter or unit. Quizzes may include multiple-choice, short answer, & constructed-response questions.

• Small Group Project-Based Assignments: Project-Based Assignments will mainly be completed and presented in class.

• Research Projects: Students will be required to complete an individual Research Project each marking period.

• Document-Based Essays: There will be 1 or 2 Document-Based Essay each marking period.

• Classwork and Participation: A collaborative, informed, creative, and engaged attitude is expected in class. Students will contribute to a dynamic whole-brain based classroom environment. Class participation counts and will be tracked using a "dot system".
• Notebook: Social Studies 3-ring binders will be kept in our classroom.  An organized binder will aid studying.

• Textbook: America: History of Our Nation will occasionally be used in class.

• Absences: Students are responsible for work missed due to absences.  Assignments, class notes, and project information are available in Microsoft Teams.

• Extra Credit & Extra Help: Extra assignments are available and encouraged. These can be used for a 5% On Coupon, which is worth a 5 percent bonus on any graded assignment. I am available to provide extra help just about every day until 3:00, by appointment.

• Contacting me: I can be reached by phone at LAMS ext. 71097.  My school E-mail is dfleischman@rhcsd.org.  Our class Teams Page includes information about our class, class notes, study guides, project information and more.  Be sure to visit our Teams page often.