SOCIAL STUDIES

Welcome to 8th Grade Social Studies with Mr. VanPelt!

Email: dvanpelt@renewschools.org

Phone: 304-657-2396

Welcome Back!!!

I am so excited that we are back at school and I can't wait to see you in person!

What is History?

History is a story about the past that is true based on evidence. In this course you will learn about the past by looking at historical documents, map reading, and annotating evidence.

Theme:

"History is often told from the perspective of the oppressor, which eliminates the voices of the oppressed and promotes a single story. As a result, oppressed peoples fight back in different ways in an attempt to (re)claim their freedoms."

Yearlong Essential Question:

"How do people liberate themselves from oppression?"

Virtual Classroom Rules

Be on time!
Complete all assigned work and come to class ready with questions
All typewritten work in Times Roman and 12pt Font
Be respectful of Peers and listen

Unit 1: Colonial Louisiana

Essential Question: What is the legacy of settlement and colonization on Louisiana's identity?

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