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TEKS Snapshot
TEKS Snapshot
Texas has adopted curriculum standards that are to be used in all the state's public schools. The current standards, which outline what students are to learn in each course or grade, are called Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The standards are adopted by the State Board of Education, after extensive input from educators and other stakeholders.
U.S. History Year at a Glance
U.S. History Year at a Glance
Students study the history of the United States from Exploration through Reconstruction. Historical content focuses on the political, economic, and social events during this period. Students examine the American beliefs and principles reflected in the U.S. Constitution and other historical documents. They study the rights and responsibilities of citizens of the United States, as well as the importance of effective leadership in a democratic society.
Units of Study:
Units of Study:
Unit 1: European Exploration
Unit 2: The 13 Colonies
Unit 3: The American Revolution
Unit 4: Constitution
Unit 5: Early Republic
Unit 6: Geographic & Political Changes
Unit 7: The Civil War and Reconstruction
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