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United States History
United States History
Mr Nudds and Mr Bellanca thank you so much for taking on the challenge of the most exciting course taught in social studies. We look forward to working with you in September. As you collect your textbook and Unit 1 Workbook, we want to give you the following instructions:
Collect your textbook and Unit 1 Workbook at the High School Library through June 27, 8 am - 2:30 pm. After June 27, collect it from the Main Office, 8 am - 2:30 pm.
There is no summer assignment, BUT there is an assignment due for the second day of class in which you will have to read Chapter 1 in the textbook, and make “thinking notes”. The chapter itself, which covers the early development of Native American societies, is 32 pages and it is strongly recommended that you begin work on this over the summer.
Use a note-making technique that you are familiar with, and then we will spend time over the first couple of classes trying to improve that skill.
The assignment, like all of the assignments you will be receiving this year, is located within the unit plan of your Unit 1 Workbook. You can find it listed underneath Class #2 where it says “H.W. Due Today:”
You can expect that there will be quizzes given throughout the year based on the reading assignments for this course.
Have a great summer and see you in September!
Want free, quick prep from Barron's experts? Study with Barron's AP US History Podcast and be prepared for exam day. We'll discuss historical thinking skills and themes, briefly explore each time period covered on the exam, walk you through answering all question types, pose questions and provide answers, and offer tips and strategies to help you succeed.
African American Studies
African American Studies
Mr Washington is so happy to welcome you to the brand new AP African American Studies course! The course is so new that we are still putting together the final touches. We strongly encourage you to be reading throughout the summer. There are many wonderful books on various African American topics by amazing authors. Head to the library and pick one of these books to read over the summer. Need an idea? Check here.
Going on a long trip? Need something to listen to? Here are some great podcasts to get you started in AAS.
Economics
Economics
Hello from Mr Rasmussen! You've made a great choice by signing up to take AP Economics. As most of you probably know, we will be doing AP Microeconomics the first semester and AP Macroeconomics the second semester. You will be taking two separate AP exams in May which means you will have an opportunity to earn a total of 6 college credits! Don't worry if you aren't 100% sure what economics is all about, we'll hit the ground running in September. Remember, nobody else has taken economics before either, so you're all in the same boat. If you are interested in previewing the topic contents for the two courses you can check out the two links below. Have a great summer, and I can't wait to meet you in the fall.
Government & Politics
Government & Politics
Ms Privitere would like to welcome you to AP U.S. Government and Politics! We will explore the underpinnings of our government (including founding documents and American values), a thorough examination of the three branches and multiple levels of the United States Government, and the many ways you and I will participate in our republic all through a new and improved PROJECT BASED CURRICULUM!
To kick this off, reading our Constitution is a must! If you are ambitious enough to get ahead and make the beginning of the year a bit easier for you, make a copy of the attached activity and begin the work. This fall we will be following a project-based curriculum full of interactive activities and role-playing. Rest up this summer and come back ready to dive into the fun!
I also recommend you start reading and watching the news! I have the apps for NPR (National Public Radio), Reuters, and the Associated Press (AP) on my phone, and I get notifications from them regularly.
Psychology
Psychology
Mr Fantauzzo and Ms Smith wish you an enjoyable and relaxing summer! Take some time to refresh and re-energize. No summer "assignment," but check out some of these psychology podcasts and journals to keep up-to-date with psychology.
World History
World History
Mrs Lindstrom and Mr Inglese hope you have a fun, safe summer! While you are on vacation, try to find ways to learn a little more about our world! We recommend listening to some of the podcast episodes linked below, reading one of the books we have recommended, or watching some of Mr. Heimler's History. You could also try out some of the geography games we have listed as well. There is no official summer assignment - but we highly recommend staying up-to-date with the events happening around the world! We can't wait to meet you!
Want free, quick prep from Barron's experts? Study with Barron's AP World History Podcast and be prepared for exam day. We'll discuss historical thinking skills and themes, briefly explore each time period covered on the exam, walk you through answering all question types, pose questions and provide answers, and offer tips and strategies to help you succeed.
Try one of these other great social studies podcasts!
Try one of these other great social studies podcasts!
In 45 chronological episodes, the “Presidential” podcast takes listeners on an epic historical journey through the personality and legacy of each of the American presidents. Created and hosted by Washington Post reporter Lillian Cunningham, “Presidential” features interviews with the country’s greatest experts on the presidency, including Pulitzer Prize-winning biographers Doris Kearns Goodwin, David McCullough, Jon Meacham and Bob Woodward. Start listening at the very beginning, with the life of George Washington, or jump ahead to any president whose story you want to better understand.
With the writing of the Constitution in 1787, the framers set out a young nation’s highest ideals. And ever since, we’ve been fighting over it — what is in it and what was left out. At the heart of these arguments is the story of America.
Reporter Lillian Cunningham returns with this series exploring the Constitution and the people who framed and reframed it — revolutionaries, abolitionists, suffragists, teetotalers, protesters, justices, presidents – in the ongoing struggle to form a more perfect union across a vast and diverse land.
The Cold War, Prohibition, the Gold Rush, the Space Race. Every part of your life - the words you speak, the ideas you share - can be traced to our history, but how well do you really know the stories that made America? We'll take you to the events, the times and the people that shaped our nation. And we'll show you how our history affected them, their families and affects you today. Hosted by Lindsay Graham (not the Senator). From Wondery, the network behind American Scandal, Tides of History, American Innovations and more.
Imagine you could call up a friend and say, "Meet me at the bar and tell me what's going on with the economy." Now imagine that's actually a fun evening. That's what we're going for at Planet Money.
We find creative, entertaining ways to make sense of the big, complicated forces that move our economy. That's why we made a t-shirt and traced the supply chain around the world from cotton field to factory; bought 100 barrels of crude oil — paying cash out of a briefcase for fun — then followed it from ground to gas tank; launched a satellite; and built an adorable algorithmic trading Twitter bot, and adopted an abandoned superhero and built a merchandising empire.
Every weekday, host Kai Ryssdal helps you make sense of the day’s business and economic news — no econ degree or finance background required. “Marketplace” takes you beyond the numbers, bringing you context. Our team of reporters all over the world speak with CEOs, policymakers and regular people just trying to get by. Several podcasts available including Morning Report, Make Me Smart, Tech, and Financially Inclined.
A weekly show of constitutional debate hosted by National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen where listeners can hear the best arguments on all sides of the constitutional issues at the center of American life.
What's the difference between the House and the Senate? How do landmark Supreme Court decisions affect our lives? What does the 2nd Amendment really say? Civics 101 is the podcast about how our democracy works…or is supposed to work, anyway.
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