December 20-21 - Final Exams!

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

It is fantastic to see you all today!  It is the day of our Final Exam!!!  Best of luck to you all today!  I hope that you feel prepared and confident.  I believe in you and your ability to do great on this exam.  Take your time and feel it out, usually your first feeling is the right one when it comes to these questions.  Let's do this!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Agenda:

1. Final Exam
1. 55 Multiple Choice
2. 3 Short Answers

That's all for today and the semester ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you feel good about your test and your performance this semester.  I think you have all done a great job and I look forward to working with you more next semester!  Have an absolutely wonderful break!  These next two weeks are well deserved!  I will miss you all!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

Final PPT

December 18 - Study for Final

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Great to see you all after the weekend apart!  Today in class we will be studying for our Final Exam!  This is our last day together before the Final everyone.  I hope that you have spent some time studying for this test!  It is a bit of a doozy but it is also a practice for the Exam in May.  Take this seriously and make sure you are on top of it!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Study

Agenda:

1. Finals Review
1. Day 2
1. Time Period Review Sheets
1. Period 1 Review Worksheet
2. Period 2 Review Worksheet
3. Period 3 Review Worksheet
4. Period 4 Review Worksheet
5. Period 5 Review Worksheet
6. Period 6 Review Worksheet

Homework:

1. Study for the Final!
1. Norris Period Review Videos (1st Semester we did Periods 1-6)
2. Norris Semester Review Videos (Note that our first semester went to Period 6)

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you all feel prepared and confidant for the exam this week!  I believe in you all!  Take care and have a great rest of your week!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-18-2017 PPT

December 15 - Finish DBQ Reflection and start Study for Final

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be finishing the DBQ Reflection that we started on Wednesday.  After we finish the DBQ reflection we will begin studying for the Final Exam!  I can't believe how fast the semester has come to a close.  I am proud of all the work you have done!  Let's finish strong!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Reflect on the DBQ writing process and evaluate errors as well as solutions to improve on DBQ writing in the future

Agenda:

1. DBQ Review
1. Self Assessment
2. Peer Review
3. Reflection
2. Final Exam Study Day 1
1. Time Period Review Sheets
1. Period 1 Review Worksheet
2. Period 2 Review Worksheet
3. Period 3 Review Worksheet
4. Period 4 Review Worksheet
5. Period 5 Review Worksheet
6. Period 6 Review Worksheet

Homework:

1. Study for the Final!
1. Norris Period Review Videos (1st Semester we did Periods 1-6)
2. Norris Semester Review Videos (Note that our first semester went to Period 6)

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you all have a fantastic weekend!  I will miss you all!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-15-2017 PPT

December 13 - Unit 6 DBQ and Reflection

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Great to see you all!  Today in class we will be taking our Unit 6 "Exam" DBQ, this will not be graded as a test but will be worth the value of a DBQ.  Nothing to stress about!  This is fully intended to provide practice and growth as we continue to move toward the AP Exam in May!  Keep up the great work everyone!  I hope that you are doing well and Finals aren't beating you down too much!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Reflect on the DBQ writing process and evaluate errors as well as solutions to improve on DBQ writing in the future

Agenda:

1. Submit Unit Pack
2. Test: Unit 6 DBQ
3. DBQ Review
1. Self-Assessment
2. Peer Review
3. Reflection

Homework:

1. Study for the Final!
1. Norris Period Review Videos (1st Semester we did Periods 1-6)
2. Norris Semester Review Videos (Note that our first semester went to Period 6)

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  I love working with you all!  I hope you found the work today insightful and useful in growing towards the APUSH Exam in May!  Take care and have a wonderful evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-13-2017 PPT

Weekly Annonucements

December 11 - Unit 6 Quick HIPP

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

It is wonderful to see you all today after a weekend apart!  Today in class we will be taking a look at some primary source documents and completing our Quick HIPP for Unit 6.  We are winding down our semester.  It is time to make sure you have all your work for the year done and ready to go, and prep yourself for the First Final Exam next week!  I hope that you feel confidant in the work you have done so far this year, I know that I do!  Let's do this!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Analyze primary source texts with the use of HIPPQ

Agenda:

1. Quick HIPP: Unit 6

Homework:

1. Unit Pack Assembly (Unit 6 Checklist)

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you have a wonderful day!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-11-2017 PPT

Unit 6 Checklist

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Here is the Unit 6 Checklist for you all.  We will be doing the Unit 6 Quick HIPP in class on Monday.  Make sure you stay on top of all your work.  The Unit packet is due on Wednesday!

Unit 6 Checklist

Have a great end to your weekend!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

December 8 - Chapter 19 Quiz and Jane Addams Reading

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Great to see you all today!  Today in class we will be taking our Chapter 19 Quiz and then also reading a primary source written by the female reformer Jane Addams.  Today's topic centers around the second industrial revolution in late 19th century America.  Once again some interesting stuff here worth examining in closer detail!  Also don't forget that the Outside Reading Project is due tonight to Google Classroom!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Deconstruct an argument by reading a primary source text discussing the dangers of child labor practices of the late 19th century

Agenda:

1. Chapter 19 Quiz
2. Warm-Up #3
3. Primary Source Reading Jane Addams
4. Closure #2

Homework:

1. Outside Reading Project Due Tonight!
2. Maybe read this? 
1. The Nez Perce War: The True Leadership of Joseph and the Nez Perce

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Don't forget about your Outside Reading Projects!  Hope you got it done and don't have to scramble to get it done after school today.  Have a great weekend!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-8-2017 PPT

The Nez Perce War

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Since we are in Unit 6, which covers the Indian Wars of the late 19th century I thought I would share one of my Master's Research Papers that I wrote on the Nez Perce War and Chief Joseph.  When we do our Quick HIPP for this Unit we will briefly discuss Chief Joseph and this paper may help you understand what occurred a bit better (if you are interested and willing to read it).  I may even provide a couple of extra credit points to those of you willing to read and discuss the paper with me 😄.  Anyway hope you are all doing well and having a great day!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

The Nez Perce War: The True Leadership of Joseph and the Nez Perce

December 6 - Late 19th Century Society

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Great to see you all again!  Today in class we will be talking about late 19th century society and also reading The Jungle.  This is some fun stuff!  I can't wait to hear your thoughts!  There are a variety of things that were invented in the 19th century and deserve mention.  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Read and discuss The Jungle and describe the conditions of the meat-packing industry in the time period

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #2
2. Discuss Late 1800s Society
1. Quick Notes
3. Primary Source Reading: The Jungle

Homework:

1. Chapter 19 Quiz on Friday
2. Outside Reading Project due Friday to Google Classroom!

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  Hope that you are all doing well and getting your tuff done!  We are so close to the end of the semester!  Take care and have a great evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-6-2017 PPT

December 4 - Chapter 18 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Great to see you all today!  I hope you had a wonderful weekend!  Today in class we are only worrying about the Chapter 18 quiz!  Woohoo!  This chapter is all about the social and cultural changes that occurred at the end of the 19th century.  Some interesting stuff here!  Hope you enjoy!  Don't forget about your Second Research Paper due tonight to Google Classroom and Turnitin.com!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge on the changing American society in the late 1800s with an emphasis on culture and consumerism

Agenda:

1. Chapter 18 Quiz

Homework:

1. Second Research Paper due tonight!
2. Outside Reading project due Friday!

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you are making good progress on your papers!  I look forward to reading them!  Take care and have a great night!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-4-2017 PPT

Football CCS Championship Game

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Just wanted to let you all know that tomorrow (Saturday December 2) the Leland Varsity Football team plays for the CCS Division 4 Championship!  The last time Leland won a CCS title in football was 1999 so this is a pretty big deal for our football program.  I hope that some of you will be able to come out and support our team. The details of our game is below.  Take care and have a wonderful weekend!

CCS D4 Championship Game
Leland Chargers vs. Christopher Cougars
Location: Westmont High School
Date: Saturday, December 2, 2017
Time: 7:00pm
Admission: $10

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

December 1 - Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be watching Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee and writing responses to various prompts throughout the film.  This is a very powerful film!  It illustrates the conflict and demise of the Native American conflicts in the late 19th century.  You know how I feel about the events that surrounded the Native Americans, so I hope that you enjoy and feel like you learn something today!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. View and discuss the plight of the American Indians and the U.S. policy towards this group during the late 1800s

Agenda:

1. View: Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee
1. Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee Guided Notes

Homework:

1. Chapter 18 Quiz on Monday
2. Second Research Paper due Monday December 4!
3. Outside Reading Project due Friday December 8!

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you enjoyed the film, and also learned why it is important to be informed about the peoples of our nation.  I hope you have a great weekend!  Football plays for the CCS Championship this weekend so come out and support us if you can!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-1-2017 PPT

November 29 - Finish FJT and Chapter 17 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be finishing the Frederick Jackson Turner discussion on the "Frontier Thesis", we will also be taking our Chapter 17 Quiz.  Its great to see you all today!  I can't wait to hear your thoughts on Turner and the Frontier!  This is one of my favorite parts of this era's history!  Let's do this!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge about the U.S. economy of the late 1800s from perspectives of both the laborers and the owners of corporations
2. Analyze Turner's Frontier Thesis through review of guided questioning and group discussion

Agenda:

1. Chapter 17 Quiz
2. Discussion/Activity: Frederick Jackson Turner
1. Turner's Frontier Thesis
2. Limerick Article (She really hates Turner and his Thesis)
3. List of Support and Refutation
3. Closure #1

Homework:

1. Opt Out Permission Slip (Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee) - due Friday 
1. Turn in if you ARE NOT able to watch the film
2. Chapter 18 Quiz Monday
3. Second Research Paper due December 4 (Monday)
4. Outside Reading Project due December 8 (next Friday)

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Hope you have a great evening you all!  I will miss you very much and can't wait to see you again Friday!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-29-2017 PPT

November 27 - FJT Frontier Thesis

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Welcome back from our long weekend!  I hope that you all had a restful Thanksgiving!  It is wonderful to see you all again!  Today in class we will be discussing the concept of the frontier and an important 19th century American historian, Frederick Jackson Turner.  This is a bit of an historiography lesson as well as a history lesson.  The concept of the frontier is important for the late 19th century and the impact of its "closing" is equally significant to the landscape of modern America!  I love this stuff!  I hope that you can find it within yourselves to enjoy it as much as I do! 😀.  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Analyze Turner's Frontier Thesis through review of guided questioning and group discussion.

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #1
2. Discussion/Activity: Frederick Jackson Turner
1. EdPuzzle Activity

Homework:

1. Chapter 17 Quiz on Wednesday
2. Second Research Paper due December 4!
3. Outside Reading Project due December 8!

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  It was great to see you all!  I always miss you when we are apart.  Hope you had fun today!  Take care and have a great evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-27-2017 PPT

November 22 - Chapter 16 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

It is the day before our long Thanksgiving weekend!  Huzzah!  Today in class we will just be taking our Chapter 16 Quiz.  With the minimum day schedule we definitely won't have time for much of anything else.  I hope that you all are doing well!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge about the American west in the late 1800s

Agenda:

1. Chapter 16 Quiz

Homework:

1. Unit Pack Work

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  Happy Thanksgiving!  Take care and have an absolutely wonderful weekend!  I will miss you all!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-22-2017 PPT

November 20 - Unit 5 Exam and Intro Unit 6

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be taking our Unit 5 Exam, which is a DBQ (our first!) and then we will preview Unit 6 (our last for the semester!).  The DBQ is a significant portion of the AP Exam so really do your best to figure it out.  I think it is the easier of the two essays you write on the exam because you are given documents.  You all have the skills necessary to do well!  I can't wait to read them!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Write a timed essay in alignment to the AP rubric on the topics of Civil War and Reconstruction

Agenda:

1. Turn in Unit Pack
2. Unit 5 Exam DBQ
3. Preview Unit 6 Assignment Sheet
4. Preview Unit 6

Homework:

1. Chapter 16 Quiz on Wednesday!

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  I hope you are ready for our short week!  Thanksgiving just around the corner!  Take care and have a great day!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-20-2017 PPT

November 17 - SAC Reconstruction Day 2

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be reviewing the Emancipation Proclamation homework and then completing our Structured Academic Conversation on the Topic of Reconstruction.  This is our last activity before the Unit Exam so make sure you are on top of all your work!  I hope that you have had a great week and are ready to talk it up in class today!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objective:

1. Discuss the reconstruction era through the examination of documents and the use of a Structured Academic Conversation

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #5
2. Review: Emancipation Proclamation
3. Review: DBQ Writing
4. Finish: SAC Reconstruction
1. Organize Evidence
2. Discuss
3. Reach Consensus
5. Closure #5

Homework:

1. Unit Pack Checklist (Unit pack due Monday!)
2. Unit 5 DBQ Exam on Monday!

That's all for today folks!  Hope you all had a great one!  Have a spectacular weekend and take care of yourselves!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-17-2017 PPT

November 15 - SAC Reconstruction

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be starting a document analysis that will then lead to a Structured Academic Conversation.  Reconstruction is a difficult and confusing period in U.S. history so it is important and valuable that you try your best to wrestle with the concepts and events.  Do your best!  I know you have it in you all.  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the reconstruction era through examination of documents and the use of a Structured Academic Conversation

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #4
2. Start SAC Reconstruction (Make a copy of this file)
1. Read and Discuss: Reconstruction Documents
1. ALL Documents / Original Documents
2. Research Outside Evidence

Homework:

1. Emancipation Proclamation Homework (See last slide and blog post for details!)
1. For the Emancipation Readings, please do the following:
1. Read the documents
2. Summarize the documents in your own works (3-5 sentences for each reading)
3. Determine the purpose(s) of the Emancipation Proclamation and the intentions of Lincoln regarding abolition based on the documents
1. In your unit pack you will submit a paper that has 3 summaries and the answer to that last question!
2. I will stamp these on Friday, so please do it!!!
2. Unit 5 DBQ Exam on Monday! 

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen.  Always great to see you all!  Have a great day everyone!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-15-2017 PPT

Weekly Announcements

November 13 - Chapter 15 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be taking our Chapter 15 Quiz!  Woohoo!  Should be super fun!  The topic of Reconstruction is fairly complex and can at times be confusing.  It is also very important because the legacy of Reconstruction shapes the race relations of our nation today.  I hope that you are all ready to go!  Also don't forget that your Second Annotated Bibliography is due tonight!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge of the Reconstruction period through M/C responses and SA responses

Agenda:

1. Chapter 15 Quiz

Homework:

1. Continue Readings
2. Finish Unit Pack Items
3. Second Annotated Bibliography due tonight!

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  It is so wonderful to see you all after a long weekend!  I hope that you enjoyed the quiz! 😜  Don't forget about the Second Annotated Bibliography due tonight!  Also congrats to the Boys and Girls Waterpolo teams winning CCS Championships this weekend!  Football got the #1 seed in the D4 Playoffs and start this week in a rematch against Willow Glen.  Take care and have a great evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-13-2017 PPT

November 8 - Civil War Socratic Seminar

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be analyzing our Unit 5 Documents and then we will be participating in a Socratic discussion.  These are great fun as I get to watch you all be active participants in a discussion regarding the Civil War, my favorite topic!  I hope to hear your ideas and I hope that you all enjoy!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Determine, through Socratic Discussion, the primary cause of the Civil War
2. Analyze documents using HIPP analysis

Agenda:

1. Quick HIPP
2. Socratic Discussion: Cause of the Civil War
3. Closure #4

Homework:

1. Chapter 15 Quiz on Monday
2. Second Annotated Bibliography due Monday
1. Turnitin.com AND Google Classroom

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  I hope you enjoyed our discussions as much as I did!  There is no school on Friday so I will miss you all.  Have a great weekend!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-8-2017 PPT

Extra Credit Opportunity

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

You may earn a few points of extra credit if you can successfully translate the following phrases and say it to me during tutorial in the next few days.  You must pronounce it correctly in order to receive any credit.  Points are purely subjective to how I feel you do so do your best and have fun!

Weekly Announcements

November 6 - Civil War Guided Notes and CH 14 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be discussing the Civil War. This is one of my favorite periods of history so I hope that you are ready to discuss things!  We will be going through a guided notes packet together and then afterward we will be taking our Chapter 14 quiz.  I'm so excited!!!  Hope you all had a good weekend!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the major aspects of the Civil War through lecture, questioning, and guided notes

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #3
2. Guided Notes: Civil War
3. Closure #3
4. Chapter 14 Quiz

Homework:

1. Chapter 15 Quiz on Monday
2. Second Annotated Bibliography due Monday
1. Turnitin.com AND Google Classroom

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you enjoyed this as much as I did!  Have a great evening and take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-6-17 PPT

The Minie Ball

November 3 - CH 13 Quiz and Civil War Mapping

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be taking our Chapter 13 Quiz and also mapping westward expansion and the road to the Civil War.  These are some great thing to examine and hopefully you will get a better geographic as well as political and social understanding of why the Civil War occurred.  I'm so excited!  Its also Friday!  Woohoo!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Identify and illustrate the westward expansion during the mid-1800s and make connection between expansion and civil war.

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #2
2. Chapter 13 Quiz
3. Mapping Activity
4. Closure #2

Homework:

1. Chapter 14 Quiz on Monday!

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you have a great weekend!  I will miss you all!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-3-2017 PPT

November 1 - Intro Unit 5 and Manifest Destiny

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be introducing Unit 5 and then starting to work on an activity about Manifest Destiny.  Unit 5 is one of my all time favorite periods of time in U.S. history!  I love discussing the Civil War and Reconstruction!  I hope that you all are as excited as I am!  😄  Let's get to it!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Describe the concept of Manifest Destiny through class discussion and analysis of documents
2. Make connections between Manifest Destiny and American Exceptionalism through guided inquiry and outside research

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #1
2. Preview: Unit 5 Assignment Sheet
3. Intro Unit 5 Content
4. Discuss: Manifest Destiny
5. Main Activity: Manifest Destiny and American Exceptionalism
6. Closure #1

Homework:

1. Chapter 13 Quiz on Friday

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen.  We are just getting into this era so I hope that you are excited to keep delving into one of the most destructive times in our history.  Take care and have a wonderful day!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

11-1-2017 PPT

Weekly Announcements

October 30 - Unit 4 LEQ

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class you will be taking your Unit 4 Exam without me!  I hope that's not too frightening!  I will miss you all greatly.  I would so much rather be with you all.  Good luck on your first full on LEQ!  I have faith that you will all do well.  Just remember your training!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Write a 5 paragraph essay in response to AP LEQ Prompts.

Agenda:

1. Turn in Unit 4 Packet
2. Unit 4 LEQ Exam

Homework:

1. Chapter 13 Quiz on Friday
2. Download and Print the Unit 5 Assignment Sheet

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen.  Hope that you have a great evening!  I can't wait to see you all again on Wednesday.  Don't fret about your test, I am sure you all did great for your first time!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

October 27 - Pro Se Court and LEQ Practice

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be conducting a Pro Se Court where you will be debating the presidency of Andrew Jackson.  This should be fun and informative and I always enjoy seeing and hearing you in action with history!  I want you to do your best to put yourself in a position to argue your point, whether you agree with it or not.  I'm so excited!  Have a great day!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Evaluate the claims that Andrew Jackson was either a tyrant of "man of the people" through a structured debate
2. Practice LEQ writing in order to become familiar with the timing, structure, and evaluation process

Agenda:

1. Pro Se Court: Jackson, man of the people or tyrant?
1. Both Sides
2. Both Sides
3. Indian Removal (Primary source)
4. Both Sides
5. Both Sides (Modern Perspective)
6. Favoring Jackson (Audio Files)
2. Closure #5
3. Practice LEQ

Homework:

1. Study for LEQ Exam (MONDAY)
2. Assemble Unit Pack

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  Have a great weekend!  I hope you enjoyed!  Don't forget our test on Monday!  Practice, practice, practice!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-27-2017 PPT

October 25 - Finish Amistad, CH 12 Quiz, Prep for Pro Se Court

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be taking our Chapter 12 Quiz, finishing the film Amistad, and preparing for the Pro Se Court activity that we will be conducting on Friday.  It is a fairly packed schedule.  The Pro Se Court activity is always fun and it is very interesting to see your viewpoints as well as ability to debate material effectively.  I am so looking forward to this!  I hope that you are enjoying the movie!  Let's do this!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the key components of Andrew Jackson's presidency
2. Evaluate the claim that Andrew Jackson was either a tyrant or "man of the people" through a structured debate

Agenda:

1. Chapter 12 Quiz
2. Finish Amistad
3. Warm-Up #6
4. Quick Research: Jackson Presidency
5. NEXT CLASS:
1. Pro Se Court Jackson, man of the people or tyrant?
2. Closure #5

Homework:

1. Study for Unit 4 Exam (MONDAY)
2. Assemble Unit 4 Packet

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you all are doing well and having a great day!  I will miss you until we meet again on Friday!  Take care!  Have a great evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-25-2017 PPT

October 23 - Continue Amistad

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

I'm back!  I missed you all while I was gone!  I hope that you are enjoying Amistad!  I had a great time celebrating my anniversary over the weekend!  It is nice to be back but I am exhausted!  We are rolling here in Unit 4 so let's get to it!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. View and analyze the film Amistad in order to gain a historical perspective on the institution of slavery

Agenda:

1. Review:  Unit Calendar
2. Movie: Amistad

Homework:

1. Chapter 12 Quiz Wednesday
2. Unit 4 Test Monday!

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you enjoyed homecoming this weekend!  I hope that you are doing well!  I hope that you have a great evening!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-23-2017 PPT

October 20 - Continue Amistad

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class you will continue watching Amistad!  This is a great movie so make sure you are watching and keep answering those questions!  I always miss you when I am away.  I hope that you enjoy the rally and homecoming!  Have a ton of fun!  Enjoy the movie!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. View and analyze the film Amistad in order to gain a historical perspective on the institution of slavery

Agenda:

1. View: Amistad
1. Amistad Discussion Questions

Homework:

1. Chapter 11 Quiz on Monday
2. Unit 4 Exam Friday

That's all for today folks!  Hope you enjoy the film!  Have an absolutely fabulous weekend!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-20-2017 PPT

October 18 - CH 11 Quiz and Start Amistad

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be taking our Chapter 11 Quiz and also starting the movie Amistad.  I love this movie!  There are some great actors and the story is powerful and moving.  It is great to see you all here today!  I hope you are ready for as much fun as I am!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge on the changing social structures of the mid 1800s
2. View and analyze the film Amistad in order to gain historical perspective on the institution of slavery

Agenda:

1. Chapter 11 Quiz
2. View: Amistad
1. Amistad Discussion Questions

Homework:

1. Chapter 12 Quiz on Monday!
2. Tutorial is closed tomorrow (Thursday)

That's all for the day ladies and gentlemen!  Remember that I will be gone Thursday and Friday this week, so have a wonderful rest of your week and weekend!  I will see you all when I return on Monday!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-18-2017 PPT

Weekly Announcements

October 16 - DBQ Practice - Market Revolution

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we are going to discuss the DBQ Exam!  We will also be practicing a DBQ on the Market Revolution.  I hope that you all had a great weekend!  Today should be mostly chill, but it is important that you know how to approach the DBQ, which is 25% of the total AP Exam.  Also don't forget that your research papers are due tonight!!!  I am looking forward to reading them! 😜  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Practice DBQ prompts with the use of HIPPO graphic organizers

Agenda:

1. Discuss: DBQ Rubric
2. Practice Market Revolution DBQ
3. Closure #4

Homework:

1. Chapter 11 Quiz on Wednesday
2. Return Amistad Permission Slip ONLY IF YOU CANNOT see the movie
3. First Research Paper due TONIGHT!
1. Before 11:59pm
2. To BOTH Google Classroom AND Turnitin.com

That's all for today folks!  I hope that you had a great day!  It is always fantastic to spend time with you all.  Take care and have a wonderful weekend!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-16-2017 PPT

Research Paper due Monday

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

So your first Research Paper is due Monday night BEFORE 11:59pm to BOTH Google Classroom AND Turnitin.com.  Below are some tips and resources for your first attempt at a major research paper.  Please do your best to follow all guidelines!  This paper is worth 200 points and follows a fairly comprehensive rubric that will be difficult to master.  Have no fear though!  I believe that if you work hard and try your best you will improve!  Tackle this challenge with effort and perseverance and you will be a champion (eventually 😀 )!  Have a great weekend everybody!  Happy Writing!

1. Remember that your essay should start from your Annotated Bibliography
1. There are still a few of you who have not resubmitted your Annotated Bibliographies and gotten approval.  Remember that I WILL NOT accept your Research paper if you did not get your Annotated Bibliography approved.
2. Make sure that you know all the requirements in the Research Paper Assignment Sheet
1. Paper must be 1000-1500 words
1. This DOES NOT include your title page or your bibliography!
2. Must be a minimum of 5 paragraphs
1. It may be more than 5 paragraphs
3. You will NOT be turning in your Annotated Bibliography with your research paper!
1. Just make sure you have your sources included in your bibliography
4. Make sure to follow Chicago Style Guidelines
1. Follow these Tips for a Superior Essay
2. Follow these Essay Writing Tips
5. Make sure you include a Bibliography AND at least 5 footnote citations
1. Footnotes and Bibliography should follow Chicago Style formatting
3. Start with the Research Paper Template
1. This will help you properly format your paper
2. Formatting is an entire section on the rubric
4. Review the research paper Rubric
1. There are several sections on this rubric and getting anything above a B requires strong critical thinking and writing skills
2. Review this rubric extensively before writing and/or submitting your paper
3. Core categories
1. Academic Skill & Content Knowledge (40 pts)
1. You need to demonstrate that you are familiar and comfortable with the content information.  Includes details as well as ability to make connections with historical information
2. Writing Skill Content & Development (30 pts)
1. Your thesis is key here as well as your ability to maintain focus on your thesis throughout your paper.
3. Writing Skill Organization (20 pts)
1. This is all about organization, having a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.  Also your ability to transition between ideas smoothly and logically.
4. Writing Skill Conventions & Voice (30 pts)
1. This is where your mechanics matter.  You need to pay attention to your spelling, grammar, word choices, and sentence structure if you want to do well in this category.
5. Information Literacy (20 pts)
1. This one is all about formatting.  Did you follow proper formatting guidelines and make few, if any, errors?  This is ALSO about conducting appropriate research!  Did you find appropriate and credible resources?  Did you properly incorporate and cite them in your paper?
6. Analysis (40 pts)
1. This is all about you connecting facts with commentary and analysis.  You need to explain how and why your facts are important AND how and why they prove your thesis.  This is one of the most important categories!
7. Preparation for Lifelong Learning (20 pts)
1. This should come in your conclusion!  That is where I am looking for this.  This one is all about your ability to demonstrate that you applied yourself in this assignment.  Make connections to events and/or people in the modern world.  Connect various historical examples to other examples.  Demonstrate that you LEARNED something while doing this assignment!
8. Total point value = 200 pts
4. This rubric is tough and you need to understand every component if you wish to give yourself the best chance for success!

Best of luck and email me if you have any questions.

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

October 13 - Discuss Market Economy & Chapter 10 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be discussing the economics of 19th century America (a fascinating topic!), taking our Chapter 10 Quiz, and then discussing the DBQ.  Its going to be a jam-packed day!  Hopefully we can finish everything. 😜  Its Friday!  I know I am happy to have another weekend.  It is also my 5th Anniversary today!!!  Next week my wife and I are going to Disneyland to celebrate 🙌  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the nature of 19th century economics
2. Practice DBQ prompts with the use of HIPPO graphic organizers

Agenda:

1. Review: Socratic Discussion
2. Warm-Up #5
3. Discuss: Market Revolution
4. Chapter 10 Quiz
5. Practice: Market Revolution DBQ
6. Closure #4

Homework:

1. Nightly Readings
2. Chapter 11 Quiz Wednesday
3. First Research Paper due Monday night!

That's all for today folks!  Hope you learned something new and interesting today!  Have a wonderful weekend!  I will miss you all!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-13-2017 PPT

October 11 - Reform Movement SAC

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be conducting a Structured Academic Conversation on the 19th century Reform Movements.  It is so wonderful to see you all today!  I hope that you are ready for this, and are prepared to talk!  these 19th century reform movements are often an important part of the AP Exam so make sure to spend some time grappling with the topic.  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the 19th century reform movements through student led structured academic conversation and Socratic debate

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #4
2. Review: Reform Movements
1. Small Groups
3. Socratic Debate: Reform Movements
4. Closure #3

Homework:

1. Chapter 10 Quiz on Friday!

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen.  Hope that everyone is doing well!  It is, as always, great to see you all!  Have a great evening and take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-11-2017 PPT

Weekly Announcements

October 9 - Finish Reform Movement Posters

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Welcome back from our Fall Break!  I hope that you were all able to get some rest and relaxation in, we don't have many breaks from here until December so buckle up!  😉  It is so wonderful to see you all today!  As much as I enjoy having time off, I do miss my time with you all.  Let's jump right back into the madness that is APUSH! 👻  Today in class we will be working on those Reform Movement Posters that we didn't get to before break lol.  We will also be discussing the Outside Reading Project (due in December).  Should be an overall relaxed day back.  Let's do this!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Create an original political cartoon/propaganda poster about one of the 19th century reform movements

Agenda:

1. Intro: Outside Reading Project
1. Outside Reading project Form
2. Outside Reading Project Book List
2. Finish: Political Cartoon/Propaganda Poster

Homework:

1. Finish your poster/political cartoon for Friday!

That's all for today folks!  Hope that you are all doing well!  It is fantastic to see you all!  Remember that this class is a grind, just stick with the work and keep on improving!  I believe in you!  Take care and have a great evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

10-9-2017 PPT

September 29 - Chapter 9 Quiz and 19th Century Reform Movements

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be taking our Chapter 9 quiz and then discussing 19th century reform movements.  These reform movements have a tendency to show up on the AP Exam so it is absolutely a good idea to make sure you are fairly knowledgable about a couple of them.  You will be working on a little art activity to research one of these movements.  This is also our last day before the week off!  Wonderful to see you all today!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Create an original political cartoon/propaganda poster about one of the 19th century reform movements

Agenda:

1. Chapter 9 Quiz
2. Warm-up #3
3. Discuss: Second Great Awakening
4. Political cartoon/Propaganda Poster: Early 19th Century Reform movements
5. Closure #2

Homework:

1. Keep up with assignment sheet
2. Have a Great Break!

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen.  Hope you have a fantastic week off!  I advise you to rest and relax as much as you can, there are not a lot of days off between now and the end of the semester.  Take it easy and enjoy!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-29-2017 PPT

September 27 - Quick HIPP and Missouri Compromise

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be analyzing our Unit 4 Documents and then talking about the Missouri Compromise!  The Missouri Compromise is an important topic for a major issue in 19th century America, slavery.  It is important that you invest the time to understand the complexities of this topic and how controversial it was in the era.  Should be an interesting time today!  Always great to see you all!  Hope you are doing great!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Analyze primary source documents of 3 focus groups in U.S. History and examine CCOT
2. Discuss the context of the Missouri Compromise
3. Analyze primary source documents to better understand the impacts of the Missouri Compromise

Agenda:

1. Quick HIPP Unit 4
2. Warm-Up #2
3. Discuss Missouri Compromise
4. Document Activity: Missouri Compromise
1. Map
2. 3 Primary Sources
5. Closure #1

Homework:

1. Chapter 9 Quiz Friday
2. Resubmit Annotated Bibliography if needed

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Hope you felt like you learned something new today!  I can't wait to see you all again on Friday!  Take care and have a wonderful evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-27-2017 PPT

Weekly Announcements

September 25 - Chapter 8 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we are taking our Chapter 8 Quiz, and that's about it!  Remember that these Monday schedules go quick!  If we have time we will also briefly preview Unit 4, which we start today!  Wow that's crazy!  This is our last week before we get a little break.  Stay on top of things and finish out strong before we go on a little vacation!  Always fantastic to see you all!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Examine the content of Period 4 through questioning and discussion
2. Respond to multiple choice and short answer style questions

Agenda:

1. Intro Unit 4
2. Chapter 8 Quiz

Homework:

1. Chapter 9 Quiz on Friday
2. Resubmit Annotated Bibliography if you were not approved
1. Research Paper due October 16!

That's all for today folks!  I hope that you had a great time in class today!  Don't forget to resubmit those annotated bibliographies if you were not approved the first time!  Have a wonderful evening and I can't wait to see you all on Wednesday!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-25-2017 PPT

September 22 - Quick HIPP and Unit 3 Test

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be doing a Quick HIPP document analysis and then taking our Unit 3 Test!  Huzzah!  Can you believe we are doing this again already?  Crazy huh?  Well we keep on rolling!  I hope you are keeping up with the pace of this course and settling into a rhythm.  We keep on chugging along.  I have so much faith in you!  I hope that you have reviewed your previous tests and annotated bibliographies already.  So wonderful to see you all!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Create a response to an essay prompt with a thesis statement, evidence, and analysis
2. Examine the content of Period 4 through questioning and discussion

Agenda:

1. Turn in Unit 3 Pack
2. Quick HIPP: Unit 3
3. Unit 3 test
4. IF Time:
1. Warm-Up #1
2. Intro: Unit 4

Homework:

1. Download and print Unit 4 Assignment Sheet
2. Chapter 8 Quiz on Monday

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Hope you feel better about this test today.  I am sure that if you reviewed the materials and came in during tutorial to ask me questions that you will have done great!  Have a wonderful weekend all of you beautiful people!  Come check out our first League game today in football at Del Mar if you get the chance!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-22-2017 PPT

September 20 - Early Republic and Louisiana Purchase

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will delve into the crazy politics of the first few decades under the newly ratified U.S. Constitution!  There is some pretty darn interesting stuff here so I hope you are as excited and ready as I am!  This should be so much fun!  I am so excited I can't wait!  It is wonderful to see you all and I hope that you are all doing well!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the issues of early American politics and the post-Constitution government
2. Analyze primary source documents to understand the discontent of Federalists with the president, Thomas Jefferson

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #4
2. Discuss: America's First Decades
3. Reading Activity: Louisiana Purchase
4. Closure #4 (time permitting)

Homework:

1. Study for Unit 3 Test
1. Remember an Essay outline)
2. Assemble Unit 3 Pack

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Hope that you are having a great one!  I am excited to see you all again on Friday!  Take care and have a wonderful evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-20-2017 PPT

Weekly Announcements

September 18 - Chapter 7 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class all we have going on is our Chapter 7 Quiz!  I am sure you are so excited 😉  We are wrapping up Unit 3 this week so make sure you stay on top of your readings and other outside assignments.  Try not to leave anything to the last minute!  I believe in you!  Hope you all had a fabulous weekend!  I am so happy to see you all!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge about Period 3 through multiple choice and short answer response

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #3
2. Quick review: Constitution USA
3. Chapter 7 Quiz

Homework:

1. Keep up on readings
2. Unit 3 Test on Friday
3. Assemble Unit 3 Packet

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Hope you are doing well and keeping up with everything ok.  Have a great evening!  I can't wait to see you all again on Wednesday!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

8-18-2017 PPT

Chapter 7 Quiz Help

Hello ladies and gentlemen

Listen to these excerpts from the book John Adams. Some of it may help you on the quiz!

XYA Affair #1



XYZ Affair #2



Timothy Pickering



Alien and Sedition Acts

September 15 - Articles of Confederation and the Constitution

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be discussing the foundation of American government with the Articles of Confederation and the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.  This may seem like a dry or boring topic but trust me if you are interested in how and why our government functions the way it does this can be truly fascinating and relevant!  I personally love studying the AOC and the Constitution.  I highly recommend opening your mind to these topics and trying to learn all you can!  It is always wonderful to see you all!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the validity and effectiveness of the AOC
2. Describe the attributes of the U.S. Constitution and evaluate the decisions made by the founding fathers

Agenda:

1. Activity: Articles of Confederation
1. Articles of Confederation Reading
2. ART Graphic Organizer
2. Activity: Constitution USA
1. Constitution Viewing Guide
3. Chapter 6 Quiz

Homework:

1. Chapter 7 Quiz Monday!

That's all for today folks!  We will keep chugging along next week so make sure you stay on top of all your assignment sheet work!  It always makes me happy to see you all!  I hope you have a wonderful weekend!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-15-2017 PPT

September 13 - 1775 Board Game

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be playing the 177 Rebellion Board Game!  I am so excited!  I love board games, military strategy, and history so much and this brings all of that together!  Also I hope that this is a nice break from the grind of hard academic work we do.  I know that things are tough but this class is worth it if you dedicate the time to it.  I hope you have a ton of fun playing the game today!  Make sure to take care of these games as they were donated to the class!  As always it is great to see all of you beautiful people!  Have fun!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Analyze the role of the Continental Army, Continental Militia, British Regulars, Loyalist militia, Native Americans, French, and Hessians in the American Revolution through playing 1775: Rebellion

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #2
2. Activity: 1775: Rebellion Board Game
1. Set Up
2. Play
3. Clean Up
3. Closure #2

Homework:

1. Revolutionary War Board Game Reflection Paper due with Unit Pack
1. In 1-2 Pages
1. Double spaced, 12 point, Times New Roman font
2. Answer the following question
1. Who won your game?
1. Why do you think they won?
2. What was your initial strategy?
3. How did your strategy change over the course of the game?
1. What decisions did you make and why?
4. What would you change the next time you played?
5. How did you and your teammate work together?
6. In what ways does the game represent the historical realities of the American Revolution?
2. Chapter 6 Quiz on Friday

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you had fun!  If you ever get the itch to play this again and have free time during tutorial feel free to open it up in class and play!  I am a huge board game nerd, so if this opened an interest that you would like to learn more about talk to me at tutorial and I can show you a bunch more fun games!  Hope you all have a wonderful evening and take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-13-2017  PPT

Weekly Announcements

September 11 - Diagnostic Quiz and Quick Lecture on American Revolution

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will take a quick diagnostic quiz (you are not graded on your performance, only on your participation).  We will take this exact same quiz in April and hopefully you will have improved by then!  Don't fret if this is difficult, we haven't covered much of this yet!  Afterwards we will briefly and quickly discuss the American Revolutionary War.  This is one of my absolute favorite topics!!!  Unfortunately wars are not a big part of the test so we will not be spending a ton of time on this.  It is wonderful to see you all again ladies and gentlemen!  I hope you had spectacular weekends!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Respond to questions that are representative of the real AP test to show growth over time

Agenda:

1. Test: AP Pre-Test
2. Quick Lecture: American revolution
3. Assign: 1775 Google Classroom
1. 1775 Rebellion Rule Book
2. 1775 Rebellion Homework Assignment

Homework:

1. Submit Annotated Bibliography to Google Classroom AND Turnitin.com tonight before 11:59pm.
2. Complete 1775 Google Classroom Assignment by tomorrow night at 11:59pm.
1. 1775 Rebellion Rule Book
2. 1775 Rebellion Homework Assignment

Make sure you turn in your Annotated Bibliography to Google Classroom AND Turnitin.com tonight!  Also make sure you read the rules on how to play 1775 for Wednesday.  We get to play a board game on Wednesday!!! Huzzah!  I am a board game geek and love that I have the ability to share this with you while we learn about the American Revolution!  I hope you have as much fun as I do!  I can't wait to see you all again on Wednesday!  Take care and have a wonderful evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-11-2017 PPT

September 8 - Chapter 5 Quiz and Finish Lecture

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be finishing our Lecture on the Road to Independence and the start of the American Revolution, we will also be taking our Chapter 5 Quiz.  Hope that you have had a somewhat easier week with having Monday off.  This is my favorite topic so I hope that you are as excited as I am!  Let's do this!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the legislation that eventually led to the revolution
2. Work collaboratively to identify characteristics of various taxes put in place after the French and Indian War leading up to the constitution

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #1
2. Finish: Road to Independence
1. Puzzle Activity
3. Closure #1
4. Chapter 5 Quiz

Homework:

1. Annotated Bibliography due to Google Classroom on Monday September 11
2. Chapter 6 Quiz on Friday

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  As always it has been a pleasure to see you all today!  It is so fun working with you all!  Have a wonderful weekend!  Take care!  I can;t wait to see you all again on Monday!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-8-2017 PPT

September 6 - Unit 2 Test and Unit 3 Intro

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Welcome to another crazy week of APUSH!  I'm looking forward to working with you all this week.  We will be taking our Unit 2 Test today and then jumping right into Unit 3!  Unit 3 is where things will start to slow down a LITTLE bit.  We will get into a better groove starting with this unit.  This is also one of my favorite time periods that we study!  We will talk about the road to and start of the American Revolution today!  I'm so excited!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate LEQ writing ability through outlining a potential essay with a complex thesis statement

Agenda:

1. Turn in Unit 2 Pack
2. Check in : Short Answer Responses, Note Taking, and Quiz M/C
3. Unit 2 Test: Essay Outline
4. Review: Research Paper Guidelines
5. Preview: Unit 3 Assignment Sheet
6. Discuss: Road to Independence
7. Closure #1

Homework:

1. Access Unit 3 Assignment Sheet and print out for Binder
2. Study for Chapter 5 Quiz on Friday
3. Annotated Bibliography due to Google Classroom on Monday September 11
4. Sign up for turnitin.com
1. Period 2
1. Class ID: 16174516
2. Enrollment Key: APUSH2
2. Period 4
1. Class ID: 16174523
2. Enrollment key: APUSH4

That's all for today folks!  I hope that you are as excited to get deeper into U.S. history as I am!  Have a wonderful day and I can't wait to see you all again on Friday!  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-6-2017 PPT

Unit 2 Checklist Update

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

I just noticed that our Quick HIPP Document Analysis activity was missing from the checklist so I fixed it and uploaded the updated document.  Make sure you have the updated version to turn in tomorrow!

Unit 2 Checklist (UPDATED)

Have a great Tuesday!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

September 1 - Chapter 4 Quiz

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will just have enough time to take our Chapter 4 Quiz.  We also have a three day weekend...Yay Labor Day!  I hope that everyone is doing well!  This course is swift so you gotta stay on top of things.  Don't worry!  I believe in you!  I am so happy to see you all today on our Rally day!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge about early America through responding to select response questions and short answer prompts

Agenda:

1. Chapter 4 Quiz

Homework:

1. Unit 2 Exam Wednesday
1. LEQ Essay Outline
2. Assemble Unit Pack and Finish all classwork
3. Start researching your Outside Research Paper
1. Work on Annotated Bibliography due September 11
4. Last day to switch to Accelerated is September 11

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you have an enjoyable Labor Day weekend!  Don't forget about your Unit 2 Test on Wednesday!  Set aside a little time to study and review your notes!  You will do great!  Take care and have a wonderful weekend!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

9-1-2017 PPT

August 30 - Colonial America and Essay Outline

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be discussing Colonial America!  Afterward we will be taking our Chapter 3 Quiz and also going over proper essay outlining for this course.  Remember that it is important to connect your evidence to your thesis through analysis!  That is the core of argumentation and thus one of the most important skill you can build in addition to thesis writing.  I am so happy to see you all today!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge about early America through responding to select response questions and short answer prompts.
2. Identify and evaluate attributes that describe varying colonial regions
3. Analyze essay prompts, create thesis statements, and organize an outline in preparation for essay writing

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up #3
2. Quick Discuss/Recap: English Colonial Development
3. Activity: Document Analysis
4. Closure #3
5. Chapter 3 Quiz
6. Practice Essay Outline

Homework:

1. Chapter 4 Quiz on Friday
2. Start researching your Outside Research Paper
1. Work on Annotated Bibliography due September 11
3. Last day to switch to Accelerated is September 11

That's all for today folks!  I hope that you feel good about your progress in this course so far!  I believe in you all, just make sure that you keep up with your readings and your work.  You can do it!  Take care and have a wonderful evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

8-30-17 PPT

Weekly Announcements

August 28 - Quick HIPP and Thesis Workshop

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

It is wonderful to see you today after a weekend apart!  Today in class we will be doing some document analysis using the HIPP methodology, and then working on thesis writing.  Thesis writing is one of the most important skills to develop and build for this course because there is a great deal of essay writing and argumentation that we will be doing.  The ability to build and defend an argument is one of the best things you can learn to do in this class!  I hope that you are ready to go for another exciting week of APUSH!  I'm so excited!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Analyze primary source texts through HIPPQ
2. Understand and create thesis statements aligned with the AP rubric criteria
3. Break down LEQ prompts and create thesis statements aligned with the AP rubric criteria

Agenda:

1. Quick HIPP
2. Warm-Up #2
3. Skill Building: How to Write a Thesis 
4. Practice: Prompt and Thesis Breakdown
5. Closure #2

Homework:

1. Chapter 3 Quiz on Wednesday
2. Chapter 4 Quiz on Friday
3. Start researching your Outside Research Paper
1. Work on Annotated Bibliography due September 11
4. Last day to switch to Accelerated is September 11

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  It was great to see you all and I can't wait to see you again!  I hope that you came away with some good ideas and feel stronger about your thesis writing!  I look forward to seeing you all again on Wednesday.  Take care!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

8-28-2017 PPT