Welcome, to our 8th-grade U.S. History class! 

Prepare yourself for an epic adventure through the pages of the past, where you will discover the incredible stories that shaped our nation. This year, you will acquire lifelong skills that extend far beyond this class. Our goal is to instill in you the confidence to apply critical thinking skills that help you adapt and excel as citizens of a fast-changing world. So come on in, and let’s make history one lesson at a time. 

Knowing the past helps us make history today by inspiring us with stories of resilience and innovation, reminding us that even in the face of adversity, humans have triumphed and overcome challenges.  It brings us together as a nation, fostering a shared sense of heritage and collective memory that strengthens our bonds and promotes unity. 

This year we will learn about: 

• Colonial America - Life in a New Land 1587-1763

• American Independence - Restlessness to Rebellion 1763-1783

• Writing the Constitution - Creating a More Perfect Union 1783-1791

• Early Republic - Addressing Challenges 1789-1828

• Age of Jackson - Democracy Expands 1820s-1830s

• Westward Expansion - From Sea to Shining Sea 1780s-1850s

• Industrialization and Reform - Innovation Brings Change 1800s-1850s

• Sectionalism - Growing Division 1820s-1850s

• Civil War - The Endangered Union 1860-1865

• Reconstruction - Rebuilding the Union 1865-1877