AP U.S. History

Course Overview

AP U.S. History is an introductory college-level U.S. history course. Students cultivate their understanding of U.S. history from c. 1491 CE to the present through analyzing historical sources and learning to make connections and craft historical arguments as they explore concepts like American and national identity; work, exchange, and technology; geography and the environment; migration and settlement; politics and power; America in the world; American and regional culture; and social structures.

For more detailed information regarding the College Board AP US history curriculum, see below:

apcentral.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/ap-us-history-course-and-exam-description.pdf

Syllabus

APUSH Syllabus 25-26.pdf

Class Calendar

Required Class Materials

fully charged iPad each day
organizational folder for handouts
pens/pencils

Textbook

Give Me Liberty! 5th ed. by Eric Foner

Google Classroom

Westlake High School utilizes the Google Classroom platform to share classroom resources, many assignments, and assessment preparation materials to students. WHS students will receive a classroom code to access these materials, submit assignments, and track any missing work.

Additional Resources

Learning Targets will be available to download from Google Classroom. They are NOT required, but have been proven to aid in student success.
AP Classroom
Google Classroom

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