U.S. History I
Mr. LaFortune



U.S. History I


Monday June 21, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today was the last day of school. Have a fun and safe Summer Vacation!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Course Reflection- Last Day!


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Last Day of School 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work By 11:00 AM on Monday, June 21, 2021

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Friday June 18, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we finished watching a video to learn about how the west was won and the Native American Wars. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Continue Video: How the West Was Won & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: How the West Was Won- Part I

   Video: How the West Was Won- Part II


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C How the West Was Won Day 3 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Monday, June 21, 2021

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Thursday June 17, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we continued watching a video to learn about how the west was won and the Native American Wars.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Continue Video: How the West Was Won & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: How the West Was Won- Part I

   Video: How the West Was Won- Part II


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C How the West Was Won Day 2 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Friday, June 18, 2021

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Wednesday June 16, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we watched a video to learn about how the west was won and the Native American Wars.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Start Video: How the West Was Won & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: How the West Was Won- Part I

   Video: How the West Was Won- Part II


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C How the West Was Won Day 1 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Thursday, June 17, 2021

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Tuesday June 15, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we took the Unit V Test.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Unit V Test (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Unit V Test 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, June 16, 2021

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Monday June 14, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we reviewed for tomorrow's Unit V Test.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Finish Video: Men Who Built America 8 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 8

3. CCC XLV (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Unit V Review Game

   Unit V Round I

   Unit V Round II


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Unit V Review 1.Study for Unit V Test By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, June 15, 2021

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Friday June 11, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we finished the unit and watched video on the Men Who Built America. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. CCC XLIV (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Finish Video: Men Who Built America 6 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 6

4. Video: Men Who Built America 7 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 7

5. Start Video: Men Who Built America 8 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 8


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Men Who Built America 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Monday, June 14, 2021

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Thursday June 10, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about the development of a common culture during the Gilded Age.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit V)

   5-080 Golden Age or Gilded Age? (2:23)

   5-085 A New Common Culture (1:46)

   5-090 A Boom in Popular Entertainment (2:36)

3. Finish Video: Men Who Built America 5 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 5

4. Problem 60: What is Success? (in Jupiter Grades)

5. CCC XLIII (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Video: Men Who Built America 6 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 6


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Gilded Age Culture 1.Homework FFF (on slides 5-080, 85, 90). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Friday, June 11, 2021

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Wednesday June 9, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about urbanization and the issues facing cities at the turn of the twentieth century.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit V)

   5-065 Urban Migration (2:02)

   5-070 Technology Improves City Life (2:22)

   5-075 Social Issues Created by City Life (2:12)

3. Video: President Chester Arthur & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: President Chester Arthur

4. Video: President Grover Cleveland & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: President Grover Cleveland

5. Video: President Benjamin Harrison & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: President Benjamin Harrison

6. Video: Men Who Built America 4 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 4

7. Problem 59: City Kids (in Jupiter Grades)

8. CCC XLII (in Jupiter Grades)

9. Start Video: Men Who Built America 5 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 5


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Urbanization 1.Homework EEE (on slides 5-065, 70, 75). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Thursday, June 10, 2021

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Wednesday June 2, 2021 to Tuesday June 8, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




From Wednesday June 2 to Tuesday June 8, 2021 were MCAS Days. In each class that met we watched review videos to review the material we learned over the course of the semester and we answered video questions for them each.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Review Videos & Video Questions on Jupiter Grades

   American History Review Video 1

   American History Review Video 2

   American History Review Video 3

   American History Review Video 4

   American History Review Video 5

   American History Review Video 6

   American History Review Video 7

   American History Review Video 8


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Review Videos 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Complete Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, June 9, 2021

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Tuesday June 1, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about immigrants and the issues facing immigrants at the turn of the twentieth century.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit V)

   5-050 Immigration Boom (2:39)

   5-055 Social Issues Facing Immigrants (2:49)

   5-060 Immigrants Impact America (1:23)

3. Video: Men Who Built America 2 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 2

4. Video: Men Who Built America 3 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 3

5. Problem 58: Eugene V. Debs (in Jupiter Grades)

6. CCC XLI (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Immigration 1.Homework DDD (on slides 5-050, 55, 60). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, June 2, 2021

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Friday May 28, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about business and government regulation of business. Have a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit V)

   5-035 Difficulties Facing Workers (1:55)

   5-040 Growth of Labor Unions (2:22)

   5-045 Labor Union Protests (2:59)

3. Continue Video: Men Who Built America 2 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 2

4. Problem 58: Eugene V. Debs (in Jupiter Grades)

5. CCC XL (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Labor 1.Homework CCC (on slides 5-035, 40, 45). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, June 1, 2021

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Thursday May 27, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about business and government regulation of business.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit V)

   5-020 Corporate Ownership (2:52)

   5-025 "Robber Barons" or "Captains of Industry" (2:54)

   5-030 Government Regulates Business (2:01)

3. Video: Men Who Built America 2 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 2

4. Problem 57: Sherman Antitrust Act (in Jupiter Grades)

5. CCC XXXIX (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Business & Government Regulation 1.Homework BBB (on slides 5-020, 25, 30). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Friday, May 28, 2021

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Wednesday May 26, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we began Unit V by learning about the Second Industrial Revolution.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit V)

   5-000 Abundant Natural Resources (1:41)

   5-005 Conditions for Business Success (2:05)

   5-010 Innovation & New Technology (2:52)

   5-015 Effects of Industrialization (2:28)

3. Video: Men Who Built America 1 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Men Who Built America 1


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Second Industrial Revolution 1.Homework AAA (on slides 5-000, 5, 10, 15). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Thursday, May 27, 2021

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Tuesday May 25, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we found sources for the Research Project in the Library.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Research Project Day 6

   Research Project Instructions


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Research Project Day 6 1.Research Project: Google Slide By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, May 26, 2021

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Monday May 24, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we found sources for the Research Project in the Library.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Research Project Day 5

   Research Project Instructions


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Research Project Day 5 1.Research Project: Google Slide By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, May 26, 2021

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Friday May 21, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we found sources for the Research Project in the Library. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Research Project Day 4

   Research Project Instructions


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Research Project Day 4 1.Research Project: Note Cards By 7:00 AM on Monday, May 24, 2021

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Thursday May 20, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we found sources for the Research Project in the Library.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Research Project Day 3

   Research Project Instructions


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Research Project Day 3 1.Research Project: Note Cards By 7:00 AM on Monday, May 24, 2021

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Wednesday May 19, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we found sources for the Research Project in the Library.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Research Project Day 2

   Research Project Instructions


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Research Project Day 2 1.Research Project: Bibliography By 7:00 AM on Thursday, May 20, 2021

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Tuesday May 18, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we finished the Movie Glory and went over the directions for the Research Project.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: Finish Glory (on DVD) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Problem 55: Booker T. Washington (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Problem 56: W.E.B. Du Bois (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Research Project Explanation & Demonstration

   Research Project Instructions


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Glory Day 3 & Research Day 1 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, May 19, 2021

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Monday May 17, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we continued the Movie Glory.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: Continue Glory (on DVD) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Glory Day 2 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, May 18, 2021

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Friday May 14, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we began the Movie Glory.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: Begin Glory (on DVD) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Glory Day 1 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, May 18, 2021

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Thursday May 13, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we took the Unit IV Test.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Unit IV Test (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Unit IV Test 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, May 18, 2021

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Wednesday May 12, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about the End of the Reconstruction Era.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-150 Effects of Reconstruction (1:27)

   4-155 Restriction of African American Rights (2:52)

   4-160 African American Leaders Seek Reform (1:49)

3. CCC XXXVII (in Jupiter Grades)

4. CCC XXXVIII (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Unit IV Round I

   Unit IV Round I

6. Unit IV Round II

   Unit IV Round II

7. Unit IV Round III

   Unit IV Round III


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C End of the Reconstruction Era 1.Study for Unit IV Test & Homework ZZ (on slides 4-145, 150, 155, 160). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Thursday, May 13, 2021

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Tuesday May 11, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about the failures of Reconstruction.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-125 Problems After Reconstruction (2:16)

   4-130 New Lives for Freedmen (1:34)

   4-135 Land Distribution (1:52)

   4-140 Racial Violence (1:44)

   4-145 Reconstruction Ends (3:25)

3. CCC XXXVI (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Problem 54: Organization & Principles of the KKK (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Video: President Rutherford B. Hayes & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: President Rutherford B. Hayes

6. Video: President James A. Garfield & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President James A. Garfield


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Failures of Reconstruction 1.Homework YY (on slides 4-125, 130, 135, 140). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, May 12, 2021

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Monday May 10, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about the different Reconstruction Plans and the issues facing the country during Reconstruction.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-110 Johnson's Attempt at Reconstruction (2:07)

   4-115 Congress Takes Control of Reconstruction (2:18)

   4-120 Summary of Reconstruction Laws (0:50)

3. Video: President Andrew Johnson & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: President Andrew Johnson

4. Video: President Ulysses S. Grant & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: President Ulysses S. Grant

5. Problem 53: Lincoln's Plan of Amnesty & Reconstruction (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Reconstruction Plans 1.Homework XX (on slides 4-100, 105, 110, 115, 120). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, May 11, 2021

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Friday May 7, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we held Day 2 of our Reconstruction Debates. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Reconstruction Debates

3. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-100 Challenges of Reconstruction (1:45)

   4-105 Early Reconstruction Plans (1:58)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Reconstruction Debates Day 2 1.Check Jupiter & Do All Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Monday, May 10, 2021

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Thursday May 6, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we held Day 1 of our Reconstruction Debates.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Reconstruction Debates

3. Video: President Abraham Lincoln & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: President Abraham Lincoln

4. CCC XXXV (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Reconstruction Debates Day 1 1.Check Jupiter & Do All Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Monday, May 10, 2021

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Wednesday May 5, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about Lincoln's Assassination.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-085 Lincoln's Last Day (2:21)

   4-090 Assassination Conspiracy (2:22)

   4-095 Results of the Civil War (2:03)

3. Finish Video: Civil War Episode 8 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Civil War Episode 8

4. CCC XXXIV (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Death of Lincoln 1.Homework WW (on slides 4-085, 90, 95). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Thursday, May 6, 2021

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Tuesday May 4, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about key battles at the end of the Civil War.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-070 Turning Point in the War (1:44)

   4-075 Total War (2:00)

   4-080 End of the War (3:01)

3. Start Video: Civil War Episode 8 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Civil War Episode 8

4. Problem 51: Gettysburg Address (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Problem 52: Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address (in Jupiter Grades)

6. CCC XXXIII (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C End of the Civil War 1.Homework VV (on slides 4-070, 75, 80). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, May 5, 2021

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Monday May 3, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about key battles through the Battle of Gettysburg.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-045 Soldiers During the War (1:55)

   4-050 Women During the War (0:56)

   4-055 War Along the Mississippi River (1:38)

   4-060 Fredericksburg & Chancellorsville, Virginia (2:20)

   4-065 Gettysburg (2:36)

3. Finish Video: Civil War Episode 1 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Civil War Episode 1

4. Problem 51: Gettysburg Address (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Early Civil War Battles Through 1863 1.Homework TT (on slides 4-035, 40, 45, 50). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND

Homework UU (on slides 4-055, 60, 65). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, May 4, 2021

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Friday April 30, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we learned about wartime issues during the Civil War. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-020 Slave Encounters (1:51)

   4-025 Emancipation Proclamation (1:23)

   4-030 African American Soldiers (1:49)

   4-035 Wartime Life in the North (1:53)

   4-040 Wartime Life in the South (1:32)

3. Continue Video: Civil War Episode 1 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Civil War Episode 1

4. CCC XXXII (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Problem 50: Emancipation Proclamation (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Challenges of the Civil War 1.Homework SS (on slides 4-020, 25, 30). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Monday, May 3, 2021

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Thursday April 29, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we began Unit IV by examining the North & South at the start of the Civil War.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit IV)

   4-000 Fort Sumter (2:27)

   4-005 North & South Advantages (2:56)

   4-010 Early Strategies (3:23)

   4-015 First Year of War (3:17)

3. Start Video: Civil War Episode 1 & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Civil War Episode 1


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C First Year of the Civil War 1.Homework RR (on slides 4-000, 5, 10, 15). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Friday, April 30, 2021

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Wednesday April 28, 2021


Live: Cohort C
Remote: Cohort D




Today in class we took the Unit III Test.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Unit III Test


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Unit III Test 1.Finish DBQ Essay By 7:00 AM on Thursday, April 29, 2021

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Tuesday April 27, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we wrote the Slave Narratives DBQ Essay in the Library.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Write Slave Narratives DBQ Essay

   Slave Narratives DBQ

   DBQ Outline Form

   Slave Narratives DBQ Document Analysis


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Slave Narratives DBQ Day 2 1.Study for Unit III Test By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, April 28, 2021

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Monday April 26, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we Read & Analyzed the Slave Narratives DBQ Docs. Tomorrow we will write the essay.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Read & Analyze Slave Narratives DBQ Documents (also in Jupiter Grades)

   Slave Narratives DBQ

   DBQ Outline Form

   Slave Narratives DBQ Document Analysis


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Slave Narratives DBQ Day 1 1.Complete Outline for DBQ Essay By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, April 27, 2021

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Friday April 16, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




There was no school today due to the weather. Have a fun and safe April Break!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Enjoy April Break


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Enjoy April Break 1.Enjoy Your April Break! By 7:00 AM on Monday, April 26, 2021

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Thursday April 15, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we reviewed for the Unit III Test.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Unit III Review    Jeopardy Unit III Round I    Jeopardy Unit III Round II    Jeopardy Unit III Round III

2. Upload Unit III Class Notes to Google Classroom If you Haven't Done So


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Finish Unit III 1.Study for Unit III Test By 7:00 AM on Friday, April 16, 2021

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Wednesday April 14, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we finished Unit III

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Please Complete the Attendance Form   Attendance Form

2. CCC XXXI (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Video: President Zachary Taylor & Millard Fillmore (11:59) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President Zachary Taylor & Millard Fillmore

4. Video: President Franklin Pierce & James Buchanan (11:59) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President Franklin Pierce & James Buchanan

5. CCC XXX (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Problem 46: Uncle Tom's Cabin (in Jupiter Grades)

7. Problem 48: Declaration of Secession (in Jupiter Grades) [B-Only]

8. Upload Unit III Class Notes to Google Classroom


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Finish Unit III 1.Complete Late/Missing Work for Q4, Upload Notes, & Study for Unit III Test By 7:00 AM on Thursday, April 15, 2021

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Tuesday April 13, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we finished learning about the events that led to Civil War.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-170 Kansas-Nebraska Act & “Bleeding Kansas” (2:34)

   3-175 Sectionalism (1:33)

   3-180 Dred Scott (2:31)

   3-185 Election of Lincoln (2:41)

   3-190 Collapse of the Union (3:37)

3. CCC XXIX (in Jupiter Grades)

4. CCC XXX (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Problem 46: Uncle Tom's Cabin (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Problem 47: Dred Scott (in Jupiter Grades)

7. Problem 48: Declaration of Secession (in Jupiter Grades)

8. Problem 49: Lincoln's First Inaugural Address (in Jupiter Grades)

9. Video: President Zachary Taylor & Millard Fillmore (11:59) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President Zachary Taylor & Millard Fillmore


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Events Leading to the Civil War 1.Homework QQ (on slides 3-170, 175, 180, 185, 190). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, April 14, 2021

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Monday April 12, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we con continued learning about slavery and how its expansion in the west divided the country, leading up to the Civil War.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-145 Different Views on Slavery (2:04)

   3-150 Election of 1848 (1:58)

   3-155 Compromise of 1850 (2:15)

   3-160 Northern Resistance to Slavery Increases (2:35)

3. CCC XXVIII (in Jupiter Grades)

4. [B-Block Only] Problem 43: Appeal to the Colored Citizens of the World (in Jupiter Grades)

5. [B-Block Only] Problem 44: Gradual Abolition (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Problem 45: Fourth of July Speech (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Epansion of Slavery 1.Homework PP (on slides 3-150, 155, 160, 165). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, April 13, 2021

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Friday April 9, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned finished learning about the Reform Era and Slavery. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-125 Limited Rights for Women (1:23)

   3-130 Women’s Rights Movement (1:25)

   3-135 Life Under Slavery (2:45)

   3-140 Early Abolitionist Movement (2:39)

   3-145 Defense of Slavery (1:35)

3. Finish Video: Mexican-American War (36:08) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Mexican-American War

4. CCC XXVII (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Problem 42: Declaration of Sentiments (in Jupiter Grades)

6. [C-Block Only] Problem 43: Appeal to the Colored Citizens of the World (in Jupiter Grades)

7. [C-Block Only] Problem 44: Gradual Abolition (in Jupiter Grades)

8. Problem 45: Fourth of July Speech (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Reform Era and Slavery 1.Homework NN (on slides 3-110, 115, 120, 125, 130). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND Homework OO (on slides 3-135, 140, 145). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Monday, April 12, 2021

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Thursday April 8, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the Mexican-American War & the Reform Era.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-100 Mexican War Ignites (1:54)

   3-105 Manifest Destiny & Gold Rush (2:31)

   3-110 Second Great Awakening (1:41)

   3-115 Discrimination, Utopias, and Transcendentalism (2:44)

   3-120 Education & Social Reform (2:29)

3. Video: President John Tyler & James K Polk (9:39) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President John Tyler & James K Polk

4. CCC XXVI (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Start Video: Mexican-American War (36:08) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Mexican-American War

6. Problem 41: Treatment of the Insane (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Mexican-American War 1.Homework MM (on slides 3-085, 90, 95, 100, 105). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Friday, April 9, 2021

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Wednesday April 7, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned how the west was won (Texas, New Mexico, California).

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: Trail of Tears (37:51) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Trail of Tears

3. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-085 Settlement of Texas (2:49)

   3-090 Republic of Texas (2:59)

   3-095 New Mexico & California (2:36)

4. Problem 40: Donner Party (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Texas, New Mexico, California 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Thursday, April 8, 2021

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Tuesday April 6, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about westward expansion.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: Trail of Tears (37:51) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Trail of Tears

3. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-065 Presidencies of Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, and John Tyler (2:03)

   3-070 Northern Mexico (2:06)

   3-075 America Moves West (2:29)

   3-080 Settling the West (2:29)

4. Video: President Martin Van Buren & William Henry Harrison (7:37) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President Martin Van Buren & William Henry Harrison

5. Problem 39: Manifest Destiny (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Problem 40: Donner Party (in Jupiter Grades)

7. CCC XXIV (in Jupiter Grades)

8. CCC XXV (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Westward Expansion 1.Homework LL (on slides 3-065, 70, 75, 80). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, April 7, 2021

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Monday April 5, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the Age of Jackson.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-045 Election of 1828 (2:32)

   3-050 Jackson & Indian Removal (3:00)

   3-055 Nullification Crisis (1:29)

   3-060 Bank War (2:09)

3. Problem 38: Nullification Proclamation (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Video: President John Quincy Adams & Andrew Jackson (26:59) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President John Quincy Adams & Andrew Jackson


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Age of Jackson 1.Homework JJ (on slides 3-025, 30, 35, 40, 45). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes & Homework KK (on slides 3-050, 55, 60). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, April 6, 2021

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Thursday April 1, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the "Era of Good Feelings" and the Monroe Doctrine.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-025 “Era of Good Feelings” (1:57)

   2-030 Capitalism & Monroe Doctrine (2:30)

   3-035 Missouri Compromise (1:46)

   3-040 Corrupt Bargain (2:10)

3. Problem 37: Monroe Doctrine (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Finish Video: Mill Times (No Cartoon) (31:21) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Mill Times (No Cartoon)

5. CCC XXIII (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Video: President James Monroe (7:24) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President James Monroe


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C "Era of Good Feelings" & Monroe Doctrine 1.Homework JJ (on slides 3-025, 30, 35, 40, 45). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes & Homework KK (on slides 3-050, 55, 60). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, April 6, 2021

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Wednesday March 31, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the First Industrial Revolution.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit III)

   3-000 Transportation Changes (2:03)

   3-005 Industrial Revolution (1:57)

   3-010 Innovations in Agriculture (1:33)

   3-015 Industrial North (3:07)

   3-020 Agricultural South (2:38)

3. Problem 36: Mill Girls (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Start Video: Mill Times (No Cartoon) (31:21) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Mill Times (No Cartoon)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C First Industrial Revolution 1.Homework II (on slides 3-000, 5, 10, 15, 20). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Thursday, April 1, 2021

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Tuesday March 30, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we took the Unit II Test.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Unit II Test


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Unit II Test 1.Check Jupiter Grades and Do All Late/Missing Work By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, March 31, 2021

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Monday March 29, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we reviewed Unit II in preparation for tomorrow's Unit II Test and we read through the War of 1812 DBQ Documents.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Unit II Review

   Jeopardy Unit II Round I

   Jeopardy Unit II Round II

3. CCC XXII (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Read & Analyze War of 1812 DBQ Documents Together

   War of 1812 DBQ

   War of 1812 DBQ Anlysis

   War of 1812 DBQ Model Thesis



Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Unit II Review & War of 1812 DBQ Document Analysis 1.Study for Unit II Test By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, March 30, 2021

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Friday March 26, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about James Madison's presidency and the War of 1812. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-215 Fourth President James Madison (2:27)

   2-220 War of 1812 (2:24)

   2-225 Fort McHenry & Star Spangled Banner (2:09)

   2-230 Results of the War of 1812 (2:31)

3. CCC XXI (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Problem 35: Star Spangled Banner (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Video: President James Madison (6:28) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President James Madison

6. Video: War of 1812 (26:55 + 18:58) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: War of 1812 Part I

   Video: War of 1812 Part II



Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C James Madison & War of 1812 1.Homework HH (on slides 2-215, 220, 225, 230). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Monday, March 29, 2021

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Thursday March 25, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we finished learning about the Presidencies of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-200 Louisiana Purchase (2:27)

   2-205 Jefferson & Conflict in Europe (1:45)

   2-210 Embargo Act & Non-Intercourse Act (1:29)

3. Video: Adams Unite or Die (0:00-21:00 & 29:38-35:05) No Video Questions (No Link- It is on DVD)

4. Problem 32: Marbury v. Madison (in Jupiter Grades) [B Only]


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C John Adams and Thomas Jefferson Day 3 1.Homework GG (on slides 2-200, 205, 210). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Friday, March 26, 2021

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Wednesday March 24, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we continued learning about the Presidencies of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: President John Adams (8:17) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   President John Adams

3. Video: President Thomas Jefferson (9:24) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: President Thomas Jefferson

4. Video: Louisiana Purchase (26:55) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Louisiana Purchase

5. CCC XX (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Problem 33: Lewis & Clark Expedition (in Jupiter Grades)

7. Problem 34: Jefferson's Secret Code (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C John Adams and Thomas Jefferson Day 2 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work
By 7:00 AM on Thursday, March 25, 2021

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Tuesday March 23, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the Presidencies of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-170 Second President: John Adams (1:28)

   2-175 XYZ Affair (1:41)

   2-180 Alien & Sedition Acts (2:42)

   2-185 Economic & Political Changes With Jefferson (1:00)

   2-190 Marbury v. Madison (2:24)

   2-195 Saint-Domingue & The Louisiana Territory (1:48)

3. Problem 31: Alien & Sedition Acts (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Problem 32: Marbury v. Madison (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C John Adams and Thomas Jefferson 1.Homework EE (on slides 2-165, 170, 175, 180). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, March 24, 2021

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Monday March 22, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the Presidency of George Washington and the challenges he faced.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. CCC XIX (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-145 Washington’s Precedents (1:24)

   2-150 Hamilton’s Financial Plan (2:29)

   2-155 Domestic Problems in the New Nation (2:08)

   2-160 International Problems for the New Nation (2:08)

   2-165 Jay’s Treaty & Pinkney’s Treaty (1:35)

4. Video: Adams (Reunion 55:45- 1.02:00) No Video Questions & No Link Available (from DVD)

5. Video: George Washington (12:40) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: George Washington

6. Problem 30: Washington's Farewell Address (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C George Washington 1.Homework DD (on slides 2-140, 145, 150, 155, 160). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, March 23, 2021

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Friday March 19, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the Ratification Debates for the U.S. Constitution. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. CCC XVIII (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-125 Ratification Debates (2:08)

   2-130 Ratification Conventions (1:38)

   2-135 Seven Constitutional Principles (1:19)

   2-140 First President: George Washington (1:30)

4. Read Ratification Debates DBQ Documents (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Ratification Debates 1.Homework CC (on slides 2-125, 130, 135). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes By 7:00 AM on Monday, March 22, 2021

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Thursday March 18, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we finished learning about the Constitutional Convention & U.S. Constitution.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. CCC XVII (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Video: Alexander Hamilton (8:42) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Alexander Hamilton

4. Video: Constitutional Convention (3:37) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Constitutional Convention

5. Video: James Madison (13:35) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: James Madison

6. Problem 24 & 25: U.S. Constitution: Preamble & Article I-VII (in Jupiter Grades) [USE A COPY OF THE CONSTITUTION TO COMPLETE THIS ASSIGNMENT- THE NOTES WILL ALSO HELP]


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Constitutional Convention & U.S. Constitution 1.Finish Problems 24/25 & Do Late/Missing Work
By 7:00 AM on Friday, March 19, 2021

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Wednesday March 17, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about Section II-VII and the Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. CCC XVI (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-090 Constitution Article II § 1 (1:40)

   2-095 Constitution Article II § 2-4 (2:24)

   2-100 Constitution Article III (2:08)

   2-105 Constitution Article IV-VII (2:08)

   2-110 Amendments 1-10 Bill of Rights (1:51)

   2-115 Amendments 11-17 (2:04)

   2-120 Amendments 18-27 (1:30)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Constitution Section II-VII & Amendments 1.Homework AA (on slides 2-090, 95, 100, 105). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND
Homework BB (on slides 2-110, 115, 120). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Thursday, March 18, 2021

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Tuesday March 16, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about Section 1 of the Constitution.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Problem 22: Virginia Plan (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Problem 23: New Jersey Plan (in Jupiter Grades)

4. CCC XV (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-065 Constitution Article I § 3 (1:23)

   2-070 Constitution Article I § 4-6 (1:31)

   2-075 Constitution Article I § 7 (2:16)

   2-080 Constitution Article I § 8 (1:22)

   2-085 Constitution Article I § 9-10 (1:25)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Constitution Section 1 1.Homework Z (on slides 2-065, 70, 75, 80, 85). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, March 17, 2021

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Monday March 15, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the Constitutional Convention and principles of the new American government.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-030 Constitutional Debates (1:23)

   2-035 Compromise at the Convention (1:29)

   2-040 Conclusion of the Convention (1:39)

   2-045 Constitutional Roots (1:56)

   2-050 Constitutional Basics (1:55)

   2-055 Three Branches of Government (1:41)

   2-060 Constitution Preamble & Article I § 1-2 (1:38)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
B & C Constitutional Convention & Principles of Government 1.Homework X (on slides 2-030, 35, 40). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND
Homework Y (on slides 2-045, 50, 55, 60). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, March 16, 2021

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Thursday March 11, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class was day 2 of our Mock Constitutional Convention. There is no school tomorrow. Have a fun and safe long weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Mock Constitutional Convention Day 2


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Mock Constitutional Convention Day 2 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work
By 7:00 AM on Monday, March 15 2021

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Wednesday March 10, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class was day 1 of our Mock Constitutional Convention.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Mock Constitutional Convention Day 1

3. CCC XIV (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Mock Constitutional Convention Day 1 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work AND Prepare for Mock Constitutional Convention
By 7:00 AM on Thursday, March 11 2021

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Tuesday March 9, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the first government of the new nation under the Articles of Confederation.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit II)

   2-000 New State Republics (2:02)

   2-005 Articles of Confederation (1:13)

   2-010 Northwest Territory (1:38)

   2-015 Foreign Relations (1:07)

   2-020 Economic Problems Under the Articles of Confederation (1:17)

   2-025 Constitutional Convention (1:23)

3. Problem 20: Articles of Confederation (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Problem 21: Northwest Ordinance of 1787 (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Articles of Confederation 1.Homework W (on slides 2-000, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND Prepare for Mock Constitutional Convention
By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, March 10, 2021

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Monday March 8, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we watched the movie "The Crossing."

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. DVD Movie: The Crossing


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Unit I Test 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work
By 7:00 AM on Monday, March 8, 2021

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Friday March 5, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we took the Unit I Test. The Essay Question on the Test was: What were the events that led to the American Revolution and why was each so significant to the Patriots? Explain your answer using sufficient details from the unit to support your points. The Test also had a Multiple Choice section taken from CCCs: CPA 85; CP 48. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Unit I Test

   Unit I Round I
   Unit I Round II


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Unit I Test 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work
By 7:00 AM on Monday, March 8, 2021

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Thursday March 4, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we reviewed for the Unit I Test. The Essay Question on the Test is: What were the events that led to the American Revolution and why was each so significant to the Patriots? Explain your answer using sufficient details from the unit to support your points. The Test will also have a Multiple Choice section taken from CCCs: CPA 85; CP 48

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Finish Video: Siege of Charleston (17:36) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Siege of Charleston

3. Video: Yorktown & End Game (21:18) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Yorktown & End Game

4. (B-Only) Problem 19: Surrender at Yorktown (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Unit I Review Game

   Unit I Round I
   Unit I Round II


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Unit I Review 1.Study for Unit I Test and Upload Class Notes to Google Classroom
By 7:00 AM on Friday, March 5, 2021

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Wednesday March 3, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the end of the American Revolution.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-350 Benedict Arnold’s Treason (2:36)

   1-355 Siege of Charleston (2:26)

   1-360 British Divide Forces (2:32)

   1-365 Battle of Yorktown (2:23)

   1-370 Treaty of Paris (1:33)

3. Video: Arnold’s Treason (9:04) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Arnold’s Treason

4. Start Video: Siege of Charleston (17:36) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Siege of Charleston

6. Problem 18: Benedict Arnold’s Proclamation (in Jupiter Grades)

7. (C-Only) Problem 19: Surrender at Yorktown (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D End of American Revolution 1.Homework U (on slides 1-340, 345, 350). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND
Homework V (on slides 1-355, 360, 365, 370). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Thursday, March 4, 2021

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Tuesday March 2, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the Washington's Challenges in 1776 and the Battles of Trenton & Saratoga.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-320 Battle of New York (2:32)

   1-325 Problems in 1776 (1:57)

   1-330 Washington’s Challenges (2:12)

   1-335 Battle of Trenton (3:16)

   1-340 Battle of Saratoga (2:59)

   1-345 Battle of Monmouth Courthouse (2:27)

3. Video: Crossing the Delaware (12:00) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Crossing the Delaware

4. Video: Battle of Saratoga (11:25) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Battle of Saratoga

5. Video: Monmouth Courthouse (8:13) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Monmouth Courthouse


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Battles of Trenton & Saratoga 1.Homework T (on slides 1-320, 325, 330, 335). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, March 3, 2021

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Monday March 1, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the important events at the start of the American Revolution.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: Benjamin Franklin (9:45) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Benjamin Franklin

3. Video: George Washington (10:19) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: George Washington

4. Video: Thomas Paine (6:53) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Thomas Paine

5. Video: Lexington & Concord (7:09) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Lexington & Concord

6. Video: Washington’s First Success (7:36) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Washington’s First Success

7. Video: Talk of Independence (10:06) & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Talk of Independence

8. CCC XII (in Jupiter Grades)

9. Problem 15: Declaration of Independence (in Jupiter Grades)

10. Problem 16: Jefferson's Draft on Slavery (in Jupiter Grades)

11. Problem 17: Events in Massachusetts: George Washington to William Fairfax (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Revolution Begins 1.Check Jupiter Grades & Do All Late/Missing Work
By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, March 2, 2021

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Friday February 26, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the Second Continental Congress, the British Evacuation of Boston, and the Declaration of Independence. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Finish Video: Patrick Henry & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Patrick Henry

3. Video: Boston, Bloody Boston & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Boston, Bloody Boston

4. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-300 Second Continental Congress (1:47)

   1-305 Dorchester Heights (1:46)

   1-310 Empire Strikes Back & Common Sense (1:35)

   1-315 Declaration of Independence (2:00)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Second Continental Congress, the British Evacuation of Boston, and the Declaration of Independence 1.Homework S (on slides 1-300, 305, 310, 315). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Monday, March 1, 2021

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Thursday February 25, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the start of the American Revolution, the "Shot Heard Round the World," and Lexington & Concord.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: John Adams & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: John Adams

3. Video: Boston, Bloody Boston & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Boston, Bloody Boston

4. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-280 Lexington (1:57)

   1-285 Concord (1:50)

   1-290 Fort Ticonderoga (1:55)

   1-295 Battle of Bunker Hill (1:42)

5. CCC XI (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Start Video: Patrick Henry & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Patrick Henry


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Lexington & Concord 1.Homework R (on slides 1-280, 285, 290, 295). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Friday, February 26, 2021

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Wednesday February 24, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about Colonial Protests & the Boston Massacre.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Finish Video: Conflict Ignites Parts I and II & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Conflict Ignites Part I
   Video: Conflict Ignites Part II

3. Video: Samuel Adams & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Samuel Adams

4. Video: John Hancock & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: John Hancock

5. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-260 Protest to British Taxation (2:31)

   1-265 Boston Massacre (1:47)

   1-270 Boston Tea Party (1:47)

   1-275 First Continental Congress (0:55)

6. CCC X (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Colonial Protests & the Boston Massacre 1.Homework Q (on slides 1-260, 265, 270, 275). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Thursday, February 25, 2021

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Tuesday February 23, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the French & Indian War and its consequences in the American Colonies.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-235 Competition for North America (1:12)

   1-240 Seven Years War Ignites (2:22)

   1-245 Pontiac’s Rebellion (2:22)

   1-250 British & Colonial Governments (1:52)

   1-255 New Laws & Taxes Cause Conflict (1:45)

3. Problem 14: Capitulation of George Washington (in Jupiter Grades)

4. CCC IX (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Start Video: Conflict Ignites Parts I and II & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Conflict Ignites Part I
   Video: Conflict Ignites Part II


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D French & Indian War 1.Homework O (on slides 1-235, 240, 245). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND
Homework P (on slides 1-250, 255). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, February 24, 2021

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Monday February 22, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about life in the English Colonies of North America, British Constitutional Rights, and the Great Awakening.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-210 Regional Economic Differences (1:22)

   1-215 Regional Social Differences (1:40)

   1-220 Government (1:39)

   1-225 Enlightenment Thinking (0:54)

   1-230 Great Awakening (1:11)

3. Problem 12: Confession of Nat Turner (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Problem 13: Jonathan Edwards, "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D British Rights & Great Awakening 1.Homework M (on slides 1-205, 210, 215). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND
Homework N (on slides 1-220, 225, 230). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, February 23, 2021

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Friday February 12, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about life in the English Colonies of North America. Have a wonderful and safe Februray Vacation!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Finish Video: Salem Witch Trials & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Salem Witch Trials

3. CCC VII (in Jupiter Grades)

4. CCC VIII (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-190 Immigrants to the Colonies (1:24)

   1-195 Slave Trade (1:37)

   1-200 Slavery in America (2:45)

   1-205 Colonial American Economy (2:01)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Life in the English Colonies of North America 1.Homework L (on slides 1-190, 195, 200). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND
Homework M (on slides 1-205, 210, 215). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Monday, February 22, 2021

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Thursday February 11, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the Pequot & King Philip's Wars as well as the settlement of the Middle Colonies.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: Salem Witch Trials & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Salem Witch Trials

3. CCC VII (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-160 Pequot War (1:10)

   1-165 Praying Indians (1:32)

   1-170 King Philip’s War (3:35)

   1-175 New Netherlands (1:03)

   1-180 New Sweden (0:58)

   1-185 Other Middle Colonies (1:14)

5. Problem 11: Capture of Mary Rowlandson


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Pequot War, King Philip's War, & Middle Colonies 1.Homework J (on slides 1-160, 165, 170). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND
Homework K (on slides 1-175, 180, 185). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Friday, February 12, 2021

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Wednesday February 10, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the Salem Witch Trials.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Video: Desperate Crossing & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Desperate Crossing

3. CCC V (in Jupiter Grades)

4. CCC VI (on the Video Desperate Crossing) (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-145 Puritan Superstition & Religious (1:40)

   1-150 Witchcraft in Salem (2:46)

   1-155 Salem Witchcraft Trials (2:30)

6. Problem 10: Trial of Bridget Bishop (Oral Only- No Need to do Questions in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Salem Witch Trials 1.Homework I (on slides 1-145, 150, 155). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Classs
By 7:00 AM on Thursday, February 11, 2021

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Tuesday February 9, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the religious unrest in England, the Separatists, and Puritans. We then learned about the Pilgrim's voage and Plymouth Plantation.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-125 Religious Unrest in England (2:19)

   1-130 Pilgrims (2:10)

   1-135 Plymouth Plantation (2:27)

   1-140 New England Colonies (2:12)

3. CCC IV (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Problem 8: Mayflower Compact (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Problem 9: City Upon a Hill (in Jupiter Grades)

6. Video: Desperate Crossing & Video Questions (in Jupiter Grades)

   Video: Desperate Crossing


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Separatists, Puritans, and Plymouth Plantation 1.Homework H (on slides 1-125, 130, 135, 140). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, February 10, 2021

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Monday February 8, 2021


Live: Cohorts A & C
Remote: Cohorts B & D




Today in class we learned about the English first attempts to settle North America at Roanoke & Jamestown.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-100 English Motives for Settlement & the First Attempts (2:26)

   1-105 The Lost Colony of Roanoke (2:22)

   1-110 Jamestown Settlement (2:48)

   1-115 Bacon’s Rebellion (1:23)

   1-120 Settlement of the Other Southern Colonies (1:43)

3. CCC III (in Jupiter Grades)

4. Problem 6: Richard Hakluyt, A Discourse Concerning Western Planting (in Jupiter Grades)

5. Problem 7: Captain John Smith, Generall Historie of Virginia, Book III (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Roanoke & Jamestown 1.Homework F (on slides 1-100, 105, 110). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes AND
Homework G (on slides 1-115, 120). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, February 9, 2021

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Friday February 5, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the French Empire in the "New" World and the first English settlement attempts. Have a fun and safe weekend!

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-080 The Spanish Empire (2:58)

   1-085 Spanish Settlements in North America (2:26)

   1-090 French Settlements in North America (2:19)

   1-095 Living in Nouvelle France (1:46)

   1-100 English Motives for Settlement & the First Attempts (2:26)

3. CCC II (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D French "New" World Empire & First English Attempts 1.Homework E (on slides 1-080, 85, 90, 95). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes
By 7:00 AM on Monday, February 8, 2021

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Thursday February 4, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the Spanish Empire in the "New" World.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-060 Columbus’s Later Expeditions (2:24)

   1-065 Other European Voyages (2:00)

   1-070 Spanish Empire in the Americas (2:31)

   1-075 Columbian Exchange (2:54)

3. Problem 4: Bartolomé de Las Casas: Hero or Villain (in Jupiter Grades)   Bartolomé de Las Casas: Hero or Villain

4. Problem 5: Bartolomé de Las Casas v. Juan Ginés de Sepúlveda Debate (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D Spanish "New" World Empire 1.Homework D (on slides 1-060, 65, 70, 75). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes.
By 7:00 AM on Friday, February 5, 2021

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Wednesday February 3, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the end of the Middle Ages & Renaissance in Europe as well as European Exploration of the "New" World.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-040 Middle Ages (2:11)

   1-045 Renaissance (1:49)

   1-050 Portuguese Exploration (1:40)

   1-055 Spanish Exploration & Columbus (2:41)

3. Problem 3: Columbus's Discovery Letter (in Jupiter Grades)

4. CCC I (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D European Exploration 1.Homework C (on slides 1-040, 45, 50, 55). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes.
By 7:00 AM on Thursday, February 4, 2021

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Tuesday February 2, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today in class we learned about the similarities and differences among American indigenous groups. We also learned about the African Kingdoms and Portuguese exploration off the coast of Africa.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Questions & Answers

2. Problem 1: Beringian Standstill Hypothesis (in Jupiter Grades)

3. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-010 Indigenous Cultural Similarities (2:03)

   1-015 Indigenous Cultural Differences (0:46)

   1-020 Wealthy West African Kingdoms (1:33)

   1-025 Cultural Characteristics of African Kingdoms (1:54)

   1-030 West African Slave Trade (1:06)

   1-035 Portuguese Exploration of Africa (2:40)

4. Problem 2: Olaudah Equiano (in Jupiter Grades)


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D African Kingdoms & Portuguese Exploration 1.Homework A (it is on slides 1-000, 5, 10, 15). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes. & Homework B (on slides 1-020, 25, 30, 35). Complete this in Jupiter Grades based on the Class Notes.
By 7:00 AM on Wednesday, February 3, 2021

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Monday February 1, 2021


Live: Cohorts B & C
Remote: Cohorts A & D




Today was the first day of the course and we went over the syllabus, rules, and procedures for the course. We then learned about the arrival of Paleo-Indians in the Americas and how they spread over the two continents.

Today's Class Agenda:

1. Teacher Introduction

2. Syllabus & Course Expectations   Syllabus

3. Google Classroom & Course Documents

4. Jupiter Grades & Completion of Pods in Jupiter Grades

5. Safety Policies

6. Notes, Images, Music, & Discussion (found in Classwork- Lecture Slides- Unit I)

   1-000 Arrival of the Paleo-Indians

   1-005 Sedentary State-Level Civilizations


Block Topic Assignments Due Dates Class Documents Links
A & D First Day of the Course & Paleo-Indians 1.Finish Notes on Slide 1-005 Sedentary State-Level Civilizations
By 7:00 AM on Tuesday, February 2, 2021

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