Social Studies

Mrs. Hughes

shughes@esmschools.org

course information

History of the United States and New York State I

is a chronological study of United States history from before the arrival of Columbus in 1492 through the Civil War ending in 1865.

Wherever possible, connections between historic and current events will be explored.

In 8th grade the study will continue through present day.

Key Units:

  1. Native Americans- September
  2. Colonial Developments- October/November
  3. American Independence- December/January
  4. Constitution & Government- January/February
  5. Westward Expansion- March
  6. Reform Movements- April
  7. A Nation Divided & Civil War- May/June


Grading Policy:

80% Assessments (graded work)- includes writing assignments, quizzes, tests, projects

These assignments need to be completed independently. Copying work from others is not allowed, and consequences include detention to redo the assignment, as well as receiving limited or no credit.

15% Homework- graded for complete effort, can take the form of readings, worksheets, as well as online tools such as EdPuzzle, Flocabulary, & iCivics.

Homework will be given 2-4x/week, and should not take more than 20 minutes. If it does, please stop and get a guardian signature to receive full credit.

5% Responsibility- includes participation, preparedness, attendance

Student's and teacher's input are both factored into this grade.

Absences- Students are expected to visit class websites before checking in with teachers to make up missed work immediately upon their return.

Students are encouraged to stay after school with a teacher on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for support in completing homework assignments, as well as study sessions.


Mrs. Hughes

I LOVE middle schoolers, my family with two kiddos and two large cats, and my great friends. When I'm not at school you can find me camping, attempting to yoga, or coaching my daughter's soccer team.

Resources

CNN 10

The news explained in 10 minutes!

First Americans

National Museum of the American Indian

Khan Academy

Watch FREE videos to learn about US history.

icivics

This site offers games to increase citizenship and knowledge of government.

Mr. Betts History

Mr. Betts provides education and humor on all topics Social Studies! Subscribe to his YouTube channel and explore all his videos.

sheppard software

This site has basic geography and history interactive tools. Learn about Capitals, States, Landscapes and more!

mission u.s.

Interactive history games.

Jamestown Settlement

Explore the story of America's beginning.

Plymouth Settlement

Learn about the iconic story of Plymouth Colony