Grades 9-12
Alisha Anunson, Instructor
This informative two-semester (1 credit) class provides an overview of U.S. history from its first peoples, to the present.
Our textbook will be: American History: combined edition 1492-present. Written by Thomas Kidd. “In this combined edition, the full content of volumes 1 and 2 of Thomas Kidd’s American History are brought together in a single, accessible textbook. This sweeping narrative spans the full scope of American history from the first Native American societies to the political and cultural struggles of contemporary times. In clear, readable prose, and with attention to well-known and more obscure figures from American history, Kidd gives a robust account of the events, people, and ideas that gave shape to our nation. Students will come away from American History well-informed, and better prepared to wrestle with the political and cultural changes that have dramatically transformed contemporary American life.”
Weekly classes will include PowerPoint lectures, discussion of assigned reading, videos, review games and student presentations. Quizzes and regular exams will evaluate students’ understanding of the material. Students need to have at least a 70% grade in fall semester to continue into spring semester.
Minimum Class Size: 5 – If this minimum is not reached the class will be canceled, and registration fees will be refunded.
Day and Time: Mondays, 4th Period 12:30-1:40
Requirements:
9th – 12th-grade students must possess grade level reading and writing skills. New students may need to complete a writing sample for placement. Students will need daily computer access to complete assignments and must have reliable internet service with e-mail and web access, as well as a printer.
Families will need to purchase the textbook – American History: combined edition 1492-present by Thomas Kidd.
Tuition $210 Semester, $420 per year