Greetings from World History. I hope everyone enjoyed the fantastic weather we had this weekend and was able to relax a bit. NFL is back so I am sure many of you were glued to your TV sets wondering how badly the replacement officials would mess up.
Monday 9/10
Pre-AP students attended a National History Day meeting to continue our discussion on topic selection. Further students were shown examples of websites, documentaries, and performances. Next Monday the Pre-AP students will attend another NHD meeting that will discuss papers and exhibits.
The non-pre-AP students began reviewing for their test on Wednesday by discussing excerpts from Niccolò Machiavelli's The Prince. Students were given crossword puzzle reviews along with their study guide. These crossword puzzles are enrichment activities and are NOT mandatory. If students complete the assignment they will recieve credit. If they do not complete the assignment they will receive no credit BUT WILL NOT receive a zero.
Tuesday 9/11
I want to take a moment to remember the tragedy that struck our nation 11 years ago. I remember sitting in class hearing about the WTC from my mother who was a teacher at my school. Our school for the most part shut down and learning the core subjects stopped, many parents came for their kids, and I vividly remember watching those horrible scenes unfold while sitting in my mother’s classroom. While that terrorist attack on our nation hurt us a great deal I am proud of how our country has responded. I am proud of the men and women who serve in our military and protect our freedoms, often making the biggest of sacrifices so we can live free. May we always remember 9/11 and may it serve as a reminder of the greatness that is our country and the sacrifice our men and women give in protecting our freedom.
In class today, students will review for their test by playing Jeopardy.
Wednesday 9/12
TEST!!! Students will take the Renaissance Test!!!! Hope they studied!!!!
Students also received their next homework assignment, reading notes on chapter 17 section 3. Due Friday (9/14)
Thursday 9/13
Students will be introduced to the Reformation by looking at the four w's (what, where, when, and why.) Students will take discussion notes and have time in class to work on their reading notes.
Friday 9/14
Chapter 17 Section 3 Reading Notes are due TODAY! Students will receive a completion grade and then we will begin discussing Chapter 17 Section 3 while students check the accuracy of their reading notes and highlight main concepts and ideas. Students will have NO HOMEWORK over the weekend.
