HW Assignments Week of 11/19

Hello, USH'ers:
Here are your HW assignments for the week of 11/18/2013.   As previously stated, with regard to Homework...

1.  It's assigned every night, even weekends! 
2.  It's due by the next class day, unless it's specified otherwise.
3.  It must be signed by a parent in order for you to get credit. 
4.  It must be completed in ink, on looseleaf paper, or can be computer printed.
5.  It is essential for your success in this class!


MONDAY NIGHT - 

1.  Carefully view, and take notes on the following lectures.  Each lecture is roughly 9 to 10 minutes in length.

Video #1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8TknXzKpCU

2.  Complete the  "Principles of Government Lecture Review" worksheet

Please watch the video carefully.  There's something VERY specific which I will be looking for, to make sure you watched it. 

TUESDAY NIGHT:  

View "Principles of Government Lecture #2"

2.  Complete the Worksheet related to the lecture

Here is the PowerPoint from Tuesday's (11/19) class




WEDNESDAY NIGHT: 
Watch the following video on "Checks and Balances"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rekVGf1Qns

Take notes on the video.  When you're done, complete the worksheet that corresponds to the video.  You can find that video by clicking here.  It will also be emailed to you.

THURSDAY NIGHT: DUE MONDAY

Complete the Reading Study Guide Packet on the "Living Constitution."  You can find the Living Constitution on pp. 152-173 of your textbook.

Please note that this HW will be collected, and graded as a quiz.  If you don't complete it, it's the same thing as getting a ZERO on a quiz.   

PLEASE CHECK YOUR WJPS EMAIL OFTEN FOR UPDATES.  

HW Assignments Week of 11/11/13

Hello, USH Students:

For this week's HW, you will continue the work we will complete in class on the "Critical Period" Video Quest.   A link to the folder containing all of the information regarding the assignment has been sent to your school email.

***IMPORTANT***

• The videos for this assignment seem to work very well with portable devices, such as iPads, iPods, tablets, smartphones, etc.  When using your computers, you may have to download the files, in order to get them to work.  You can delete them when you're done.  
• All of the information regarding the video quest has been emailed to you.  All of the files should be in your "shared with me" google drive folder.  
• You will need your headphones in class, every day to complete this assignment. If you have a smartphone, tablet, etc., it is advised that you bring that technology with you to class. It is very important that everyone utilizes their Personal Education Device (PED) for this assignment.
  
  You must also include notes on each video clip.

Please note the criteria upon which you will be evaluated.   

This assignment will count for 4.0 grade points (a major exam).  Failure to complete the assignment timely will result in a ZERO grade.  Your evaluation will be based on

1.  The accuracy, detail, and depth of your answers.  Each question should contain an answer that is a MINIMUM of FIVE sentences (a brief paragraph).  

2.  ANALYSIS - Did you just copy information from the websites, videos, and presentations?  Or, did you put it into your own words, and explain WHY this information is important?  

3.  Outside Information - Did you bring in information from other sources, not discussed in the videos, or other resources

4.  APPEARANCE - Is your assignment neat, and organized?  Did you computer print the assignment, or write it in your best handwriting?  Did you staple all of the components together?  

5.  COMPLETION OF TASK - Did you answer ALL of the Questions?  Did you include the RUBRIC?  Did you have a parent review, and SIGN your rubric?

PROJECT START DATE:
Tuesday November 12th, 2013

PROJECT COMPLETION DATE:
Monday November 18th, 2013

***IMPORTANT:  As the semester is ending very shortly, the assignment cannot be accepted after November 18th.  If you don't do the assignment, it's the same thing as getting a zero on a test***

UPDATE:  Here is a link to the entire video on SchoolTube.  




Here's the video on YouTube.   There's also an awesome app on Google Chrome called Video Notes, which will allow you to take notes while the video's playing.  Check it out!  

HW Assignments Week of 11/4

Hello, USH Students:

Here are your HW assignments for the week of 11/4/13

We are going to have two collection dates for homework this week, on Wednesday and Friday.   Please make sure that you attach the enclosed homework rubric to your homework on each day that it is collected.  Both assignments will be graded as quizzes.  Failure to complete either one would be the same thing as getting a zero on quiz; miss both, and it's like getting a zero on a test. 

All of the materials, with the exception of the video are available by accessing the following folder.  This folder previously was shared with everyone; please check your "shared with me" folder in your google drive.  

https://drive.google.com/a/wjps.org/folderview?id=0ByCiJPtXHAqEMWNhZGI1ZDQtNWMzOC00YzJkLTk1YTMtNzBmODk3OGNjMWI3&usp=sharing

Here's what you have to do this week.  

MONDAY NIGHT - 

1. Watch the Crash Course Video 

2. Take notes on the video.  Please note that the video moves very fast!  You will have to rewind it several times.  

3.  Complete the video worksheet.  

4.  Complete the Articles of Confederation Worksheet 

5.  If you do not finish the We The People Assignment in class, you must finish it for homework.  

TUESDAY NIGHT: Finish Monday's HW, to be handed in Wednesday 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: 

1. Take Notes on the Chapter 5 PowerPoint 

2. Complete the Reading Study Guides for Chapter 5, Sections 1, 2, and 3 

THURSDAY NIGHT: 
Complete Wednesday's HW, to be handed in on FRIDAY

FRIDAY NIGHT: DUE MONDAY 

Complete the Chapter 5 Review.  You will need to be able to access the online textbook, or use the hard copy to finish this assignment.  

Good Luck!  

YouTube - Videos from this email

Revolutionary War Assessment #2 - Thematic Essay

Due Date - November 1st, 2013

American Revolution Thematic Essay 

Historical Context:  

Following the end of the French and Indian War, most Americans were proud, loyal subjects of the British Empire.  During the twelve years that followed, a series of decisions by the British Parliament and King (George III) convinced many Americans that they should fight for their independence. 

Task: 

Choose THREE (3) events that occurred between 1763-1775, and for each event...

• DISCUSS the historical background of the event.  You should use extensive facts, details, and outside information. 
• EXPLAIN in your own words, how the event contributed to the colonists' decision to declare their independence from England 

You may use any major event from 1763-1775.  Some suggestions you might wish to consider include: 

• Proclamation of 1763
• Stamp Act
• Townshend Acts
• Boston Massacre
• Tea Act/Boston Tea Party
• Intolerable Acts
• Battles of Lexington/Concord 

You are not limited to these suggestions.  

Guidelines: 

• All essays should be five paragraphs in length and include a well-organized introduction, body and 

conclusion.

• You must make an outline, and at least two drafts of your essay and staple your outline to the back of your essay. 

• All essays must include correct spelling, punctuation and grammar. 

• Please type your essay using 12 point font in either Times New Roman or Arial and double space. 

• You should use your notes to complete this assignment, no additional research is required.

HW Assignments Week of 10/21

Hello, RUSH/APUSH'ers: 

Here are your HW assignments for the week of 10/21/2013.   As previously stated, with regard to Homework...

1.  It's assigned every night, even weekends! 
2.  It's due by the next class day, unless it's specified otherwise.
3.  It must be signed by a parent in order for you to get credit. 
4.  It must be completed in ink, on looseleaf paper, or can be computer printed.
5.  It is essential for your success in this class!

For this week's HW, you will continue the work we will complete in class on the "Road to Revolution" Video Quest.  

***IMPORTANT*** 

• The videos for this assignment seem to work very well with portable devices, such as iPads, iPods, tablets, smartphones, etc.  When using your computers, you may have to download the files, in order to get them to work.  You can delete them when you're done.  
• All of the information regarding the video quest has been emailed to you.  All of the files should be in your "shared with me" google drive folder.  
• You will need your headphones to complete this assignment 

Please note the criteria upon which you will be evaluated.   

This assignment will count for 4.0 grade points (a major exam).  Failure to complete the assignment timely may result in a ZERO grade.  Your evaluation will be based on

1.  The accuracy, detail, and depth of your answers.  Each question should contain an answer that is a MINIMUM of FIVE sentences (a brief paragraph).  

2.  ANALYSIS - Did you just copy information from the websites, videos, and presentations?  Or, did you put it into your own words, and explain WHY this information is important?  

3.  Outside Information - Did you bring in information from other sources, not discussed in the videos, or other resources

4.  APPEARANCE - Is your assignment neat, and organized?  Did you computer print the assignment, or write it in your best handwriting?  Did you staple all of the components together?  

5.  COMPLETION OF TASK - Did you answer ALL of the Questions?  Did you include the RUBRIC?  Did you have a parent review, and SIGN your rubric?

PROJECT START DATE:
MONDAY OCTOBER 21

PROJECT COMPLETION DATE:
THURSDAY OCTOBER 24

LATE PENALTY: 

FRIDAY 10/25:  10 percent deduction

MONDAY 10/27: 25 percent deduction

TUESDAY 10/28: 35 percent deduction

***NO ASSIGNMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER TUESDAY, AND A ZERO GRADE WILL BE ENTERED***

HW Week of 10/14/13

Hello, RUSH/APUSH'ers: 

Here are your HW assignments for the week of 10/14/2013.   As previously stated, with regard to Homework...

1.  It's assigned every night, even weekends! 
2.  It's due by the next class day, unless it's specified otherwise.
3.  It must be signed by a parent in order for you to get credit. 
4.  It must be completed in ink, on looseleaf paper, or can be computer printed.
5.  It is essential for your success in this class!

TUESDAY NIGHT:  DUE THURSDAY 10/17/13
1.  LISTEN TO THE LECTURE "The Great Declaration"   READ THE LECTURE HERE
2.  TAKE NOTES ON SLIDES 5-9 from THE PPT BELOW


  
3.  COMPLETE THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE WORKSHEET

The Notes and Worksheet Will Be Collected on THURSDAY, along with WEDNESDAY NIGHT'S HW!  

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: DUE THURSDAY 10/17/13 
1. REVIEW CHAPTER 4 SECTION 2 IN YOUR TEXTBOOK.  
2. COMPLETE THE QUESTIONS ON PAGE 2 OF THE CHAPTER 4 STUDY GUIDE 

***Please Note:  You will be handing in both the Tuesday and Wednesday Assignments.  As such, you will be required to attach the HW rubric to these assignments.  Please review your WJPS emails for a copy of the rubric***

THURSDAY: 
Complete the "American Revolution DBQ" .  Answer all of the questions in detailed, complete sentences.   

FRIDAY: Complete any parts of the Chapter 4 Station Assignment that you did not finish in class.  DUE MONDAY 10/21/13.  You must include a checklist, and HW RUBRIC.  

Here's an AWESOME video that will help you review the causes of the Revolution! 

Homework Assignments - Week of 10/7/2013

Hello, RUSH/APUSH'ers:

Here are your HW assignments for the week of 10/7/2013.   As previously stated, with regard to Homework...

1.  It's assigned every night, even weekends! 
2.  It's due by the next class day, unless it's specified otherwise.
3.  It must be signed by a parent in order for you to get credit. 
4.  It must be completed in ink, on looseleaf paper, or can be computer printed.
5.  It is essential for your success in this class!

This week, we will cover the causes of the American Revolution, as well as the ideas, and people who helped lead this country to break free from England.  

HERE IS A LINK TO A FOLDER WITH ALL OF THE WORKSHEETS FOR THIS WEEK'S HW ASSIGNMENTS!  

Please note that you will also receive this folder via email.  

MONDAY NIGHT:  

1.  Finish revising, and re-submit your DBQ Essay.   

2.  Take NOTES on slides 2-6 of the Presentation Below.  


3.  REVIEW Chapter 4, Section 1 of your textbook (pp. 96-101) 
***In case your On-Line Textbook isn't working, CLICK HERE***

4.  Complete Chapter 4 Section 1 Reading Study Guide   

TUESDAY NIGHT 
1. Review Chapter 4 Section 1 of your Textbook.  
2. Complete Chapter 4 Section 1 Re-Teaching 
3.  IF YOU DIDN'T FINISH THE 4-1 STUDY GUIDE, HERE IS A LINK TO THE DOCUMENT!  

Wednesday Night 

1.  Take notes on Slides 7-13 of the presentation.  
2.  Complete Chapter 4 Section 2 Reading Study Guide 

Thursday Night:
1.  Review Chapter 4, Section 2 of your Textbook 
2.  Complete Chapter 4 Section 2 Re-Teaching Activity 

Friday Night:
1. WATCH "America The Story of US: Revolution"  

2.  While you're watching the video, complete the following worksheet. 

QUIZ STUDY GUIDE - Chapter 3

Chapter 3 Quiz - Friday October 4th

14 vocab questions

Terms to know

Parliament balance of trade

mercantilism Sir Edmund Andros

Navigation Acts Glorious Revolution

salutary neglect Dominion of New England

Chief Pontiac
William Pitt
writ of assistance
Sugar Act George Grenville  


George Washington
Proclamation of 1763 French and Indian War

Multiple Choice
20 Questions.

All Questions will come from the regentsprep.org website (topics covered "Geography" and "Colonization").

Study Resources: Class Notes
Chap 3, Sections 1&4 in textbook
Chapter 4 in the Quick Review Book (the one you ordered this summer)
Any of the HW assignments from the week of 9/23
BRAIN POP - Thirteen Colonies and French/Indian War

Good Luck!

HW Assignments Week of 9/30/13

Hello, RUSH'ers:

Here are your assignments for the week of 9/30.  As we've previously stated, with regard to homework,

1.  It's assigned every night, even weekends!
2.  It's due by the next class day, unless it's specified otherwise.
3.  It must be signed by a parent in order for you to get credit.
4.  It must be completed in ink, on looseleaf paper, or can be computer printed.
5.  It is essential for your success in this class!

MONDAY NIGHT:  Complete any remaining parts of the station assignments that you haven't finished.  Please check your WJPS email for the assignment sheets.  You will choose the best eight pieces of work, that you feel best reflect your understanding of the topic.

Thanks to Renee C. from period 7 for taking pics of the assignment sheets.

TUESDAY NIGHT:  Read, Highlight, and Outline Chapter 4 in your BLACK, or BLUE Regents Review Book (the book you ordered over the summer).

WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY:  STUDY FOR YOUR EXAM FRIDAY on Geography and Early Colonization.  Details to follow

FRIDAY:  Revise your Water DBQ essays, and resubmit for TUESDAY October 9th.

Good Luck!

Accessing Your Online Textbook

Accessing Your Online Textbook

With any internet-accessible device, you can now access your textbook online!  Complete your homework on the bus!  On the treadmill at the gym!  In the car, when you’re driving to grandma’s house for dinner!  

Here’s how to access your textbook online.  

1.  Click on the following link.  Once you click on the link, it is strongly advised that you bookmark this link in your internet browser.  

http://www.classzone.com/cz/books/americans05/book_home.htm?state=IL

2.  Once you’ve accessed the link above, scroll down to the bottom of the page.  You will see a picture of the textbook, and its link.  Click on that link.  

Online Book

3.  When you click on the “Online Book” link, you will be redirected to a login screen.   The link for that login screen is listed below.  

http://www.classzone.com/cz/login.htm?redirectUrl=http://www.classzone.com:80/cz/books/americans05/secured/resources/applications/ebook/index.jsp

4. To log in, enter the following:

User Name - Muffin2013

Password - muffin

- Congratulations!  You’ve now successfully accessed your textbook!  Welcome to the digital age!  

HW Assignments Week of 9/23/13

Hello, History Students:

Here are your assignments for the week of 9/23/13.

Please note that unless stated otherwise, homework is assigned every night, and is due by the next class day.  In order to receive credit for HW, students must...

1. Complete their homework in ink, or they may print it on a computer.
2. Complete on looseleaf paper if hand-writing.
3. Have a parent sign their HW for credit.

PLEASE NOTE:  YOU MUST BE SIGNED IN TO YOUR WJPS ACCOUNT TO ACCESS THE FILES FOR YOUR HW ASSIGNMENT!
MONDAY NIGHT - COMPLETE THE DBQ ESSAY ON WATER.  Due TUESDAY 9/24.  Please reference the post of September 15th for more information on the assignment.  

TUESDAY NIGHT - 
1.  Read, and take notes on slides 4-7 of the presentation below.  Please note that you will have to be signed in to your WJPS account in order to view the presentation.  



2. CLICK HERE for "Instructions on Accessing Your Online Textbook" 
3. Read Chapter 3, Section 1 of your Textbook (pp. 66-71)
4. Complete Chapter 3, Section 1 Reading Study Guide 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT 
1. Review Chapter 3 Section 1 in your textbook, as well as the class notes from today's lesson 
2. Complete Chapter 3 Section 1 Reteaching Worksheet 

THURSDAY NIGHT 
1. READ, and Take Notes on  CHAPTER 3 Section 4 of the presentation, slides 23-26.  
2. READ  (pp.85-89)
2. Complete Chapter 3 Section 4 Reading Study Guide 

Friday Night 
1. Review Chapter 3 Section 4 
2. Complete Chapter 3 Section 4 Reteaching 

PREPARE FOR A QUIZ MONDAY, OR TUESDAY, ON CHAPTER 3, SECTIONS 1 and 4.  

CLICK HERE FOR THE FILES NEEDED FOR THE WEEK'S HW

STILL CAN'T ACCESS THE TEXTBOOK?  CLICK HERE! 

HW Assignments Week of 9/16/2013

Hello, All:

Below are your HW assignments for the week of 9/16.  Please note that unless stated otherwise, homework is assigned every night, and is due by the next class day.  In order to receive credit for HW, students must...

1. Complete their homework in ink, or they may print it on a computer.
2. Complete on looseleaf paper if hand-writing.
3. Have a parent sign their HW for credit.

Monday Night - Finish the "What America Means to Me" project by TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 17th.

Wednesday Night -
1. Click here to access the US History and Government Regents Website.  .
2. Click on the link for the January 2010 US History Regents.  
3. Download, and PRINT the DBQ, which appears on pp. 11 to 20 of the exam.  Please note that you do not have to print the entire exam.  I am only asking you to print the DBQ.  

***IMPORTANT***
Keep the focus on the TASK you are trying to complete.  You are discussing how WATER...
1. Influenced the Political Development of the US 
2. Influenced the Economic Development of the US

When working on the task, keep these questions in mind...

How did water influence the exploration and settlement of the US? 
How did water lead to the expansion westward into the Pacific? 
How did water influence Agricultural (farming) and Industrial (machine/factories) development in the US? 
How did water influence migration patterns (where people moved)? 
What are some environmental concerns regarding water?  

After printing out the DBQ section, please complete any questions that we did not finish in class.

Thursday - Begin writing a FIRST DRAFT of your DBQ essay.   Your draft must consist of a minimum of FOUR paragraphs, including an introduction, and conclusion.

Friday- After revising your first draft, complete a second draft of your essay.

Monday 9/23 - Complete a FINAL DRAFT of your essay, to be handed in on TUESDAY 9/23.  

LISTED BELOW ARE THE GUIDELINES FOR THE ESSAY, AS WELL AS PENALTIES FOR NOT FOLLOWING THE GUIDELINES.   

1. PARENTAL SIGNATURE (YOUR ESSAY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A PARENT'S SIGNATURE)  2. COMPUTER PRINTED, OR NEATLY HANDWRITTEN IN INK ON LOOSELEAF PAPER. (-5 FOR SLOPPY HANDWRITING, OR IN PENCIL)
3.  DOUBLE SPACED 
4.  12 POINT FONT; BUSINESS FONTS ONLY 
5.  STAPLED (-5 FOR NOT STAPLED) 
6.  COPY OF DBQ RUBRIC  (-5 FOR NO RUBRIC) CLICK HERE IN CASE THE OTHER LINK IS NOT WORKING
7.  INCLUDE COMPLETED COPY OF DBQ SHORT ANSWER SECTION (-5 FOR NO DBQ) 
8.  UPLOADED TO E-PORTFOLIO (+5 Bonus) 
9.  DBQ Essay Checklist
***Please make sure that your work is arranged as follows: 1) Final Draft  2) Rough Draft(s) 3) DBQ Short Answers  4) Rubric.  Make sure all work is stapled!***

Homework Assignments Week of Sept 9, 2013

Welcome to WJPS 2015-16!

I will be using this blog to post your assignments. Generally, I will post your assignments for the coming week on SUNDAY NIGHT.   It's up to you to decide how to budget your time.  You can complete your assignments day-to-day, or you can go ahead.  Many of my students like to finish their assignments early, so they have less to do over the week.  

ASSIGNMENT #1

IF YOU HAVEN'T DONE SO ALREADY...
1.  Purchase the supplies for this class. CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST OF SUPPLIES

2. CLICK HERE, print out the CLASS CONTRACT. Please read the contract and bring it with you on the first day of school. You, and your parents must sign the contract. The contract must be on your person every day that you are in this class!

***CONTRACT, AND SUPPLIES FOR CLASS ARE DUE WEDNESDAY 9/16***

3. CONTINUE WORKING ON THE SUMMER ASSIGNMENT.  FOR ALL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE SUMMER ASSIGNMENT, PLEASE CLICK HERE.  PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SUMMER ASSIGNMENT IS DUE ON 9/21.  THERE WILL BE AN EXAM, BASED ON THE ASSIGNMENT ON 9/25.

HW Assignments 5/27-6/7

Hello, RUSH Students:

Here are your assignments for the week of 5/27.  

TUESDAY NIGHT: 

1. PURCHASE ONE (1) Composition Notebook, and a set of Index Cards.  

2. Read Tips for U.S. History Regents Exam

3 Do Constitution reading .

4 Read/study Government cheat sheet .

5. Review/Summarize Chart of Supreme Court cases .

6.  Complete the "Government Review Questions" worksheet.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: 

1. Read Tips for U.S. History Regents Exam

2. Read "Early 1800s"

3. complete "Early 1800s Review Questions" worksheet.

THURSDAY NIGHT: 
Do Civil War, Reconstruction & Westward Expansionreadings and complete the corresponding worksheet

FRIDAY NIGHT: 
Read Industrialization & Gilded Age Review Reading and complete the corresponding worksheet. 

MONDAY 6/3: 
 Read "The Progressive Era" and complete the"Progressive Era & Suffrage Review Questions" 

TUESDAY 6/4: 
Read "Imperialism & World War I" and complete the"Imperialism & World War I Review Questions."

WEDNESDAY 6/5: 
Do Twenties and Thirties reading and complete thecorresponding questions (packet p.12).

THURSDAY 6/6: 
COMPLETE THE WWII AND COLD WAR STUDY GUIDE 

FRIDAY 6/7 
COMPLETE THE SIXTIES STUDY GUIDE AND CONTEMPORARY POLITICS STUDY GUIDE 

HW Assignments 5/13-5/24

Hello, RUSH'ers:

Here are your HW assignments for the week of 5/13/13.  In an effort to help you budget your time over the next two weeks, I've laid out your assignments through next FRIDAY (5/24).  As previously stated, all HW assignments must be signed by a parent.

MONDAY NIGHT: 
1.  CLICK HERE for the video World War II - The Road to War.  
2.  ANSWER the Questions on the Worksheet.  The questions have been emailed to you.  

TUESDAY NIGHT: 
1. CLICK HERE for the Video World War II - The World at War
2. ANSWER the Questions on the Worksheet.  The questions have been emailed to you.

WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY NIGHT:
REVIEW FOR AN EXAM FRIDAY ON WWII.  

FRIDAY NIGHT (5/17):  DUE 5/20

1. Read Chapter 26 Section 1
2. Complete:
a.  Chapter 26 Section 1 Reading Study Guide
b.  Chapter 26 Section 1 Quiz


MONDAY NIGHT: 5/20
1.  Complete Chapter 26 Section 1 Primary Source
2.  Complete Chapter 26 Section 1 Geography

TUESDAY NIGHT: 5/21: 

1.  Read Chapter 26 Section 2
2.  Complete Chapter 26 Section 2 Reading Study Guide
3.  Complete Chapter 26 Section 2 Quiz

WEDNESDAY: 5/22: 

1. Read Chapter 26 Section 3
2. Complete Chapter 26/Section 3 R.S.G.
3. Complete Chapter 26/Section 3 Quiz

THURSDAY 5/23: 
1. Read Chapter 26 Section 4
2. Complete Chapter 26/Section 4 R.S.G.
3. Complete Chapter 26/Section 4 Quiz

FRIDAY: 
DBQ SHORT ANSWER AND ESSAY!  DUE TUESDAY 5/27
CLICK HERE FOR THE LINK TO THE DBQ!