Coach Scazzero

US History

My name is Jennifer Scazzero. I am starting my 16th year in education and am excited to be part of the Trinity Family! I am coming from the north Austin area, having previously taught at Westwood High School in Round Rock ISD. I have taught World Geography, Advanced World Geography, Government, and AP Psychology. I have also coached Softball and Basketball at my previous school.

United States History Studies Since 1877 is the second part of a two-year study that begins in Grade 8, students study the history of the United States from 1877 to the present. Historical content focuses on the political, economic, and social events and issues related to industrialization and urbanization, major wars, domestic and foreign policies, and reform movements, including civil rights. Students examine the impact of geographic factors on major events and eras and analyze their causes and effects, the impact of constitutional issues on American society, evaluate the dynamic relationship of the three branches of the federal government, and analyze efforts to expand the democratic process. Students describe the relationship between the arts and popular culture and the times during which they were created as well as analyze the impact of technological innovations on American life. Students use critical-thinking skills and a variety of primary and secondary source material to explain and apply different methods that historians use to understand and interpret the past, including multiple points of view and historical context.

Date of US History EOC:

Wednesday, April 21, 2027

Course Outline:

United States History Since 1877, Part A, covers US history from 1877 (Post-Reconstruction) to World War II

Unit 1:  American Principles & Values

Unit 2:  The Gilded Age

Unit 3:  The Progressive Era

Unit 4:  American Expansionism & World War I

Unit 5:  1920s

Unit 6:  Great Depression & The New Deal

Unit 7:  World War II

Unit 8-11: Part B