Mr. Saindon / United States History
Monday, January 13
to
Friday, January 17
What is Due This Week:
1. Wrap UP and Finish: Students will MEMORIZE the First Amendment and recite in class by on by Friday
2. Prepare for the Supreme Court Simulation with mock case: Ben Brewer v. Hamilton High School:
To shed light on the landmark case: Tinker vs. Des Moines. Debate will be Thursday and Friday. The expectations, rules, and requirements Will ALL BE COVERED IN CLASS
3. Wednesday to Friday we will Thoroughly Examine ( the Major Achievements of our First Three Presidents (this will all be completed in class):
George Washington
Precedent
Federalist v. Anti Federalist
the first cabinet
Farewell Address
John Adams
Election friction
England v. France
Thomas Jefferson
Lewis and Clark
Agrarian society
Through the lesson plan on "Tinker v. Des Moines" and the Simulation, students will:
👉understand the concept of symbolic speech
👉analyze the Supreme Court's decision regarding student First Amendment rights in school
👉identify the key arguments from both sides of the case, and apply the precedent set in Tinker to contemporary scenarios where student expression might be restricted;
🤔ultimately allowing us all to critically evaluate the balance between student free speech and school authority to maintain order.
👉Simulate the development and presentation of a
Supreme Court argument
The First Amendment: Freedom of Expression Amendment:
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion,or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;
or abridging the freedom of speech,
or of the press;
or the right of the people peaceably to assemble,
and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
George Washington
Unit Goal:
We will learn about the life and character of George Washington to promote knowledge of our heritage and history and inspire us to become model citizens of our global society.
Big Ideas:
The following ideas will be the focus of “We’re Learning by George” activities:
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- The American Revolution established the first and longest continuing democratic form of government in the modern world.
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- Most historical scholars agree that George Washington was a great man.
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- George Washington was an integral part of the American Revolution and the establishment of our democracy.
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- Great men and women make great citizens.
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- Greatness in men and women can come from studying and emulating greatness from those who have come before us.
Name________________ Period: ___
George Washington: The Man Who Wouldn’t be King
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Briefly recount Washington’s childhood experiences.
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Discuss Washington’s early military experiences in the French and Indian War.
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Explain the colonists’ grievances that led to the Revolutionary War and tell how Washington’s leadership helped win the war.
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Tell at least 5 accomplishments of Washington’s Presidency:
5. The most interesting thing I learned:
6. If I could meet George Washington, the one thing I would like to ask him is...
7. The advice I would have given George Washington is....
8. The thing I liked best about George Washington is ...
George Washington Part 1
George Washington Part 3
The Real George Washington
George Washington Biography
Spanish video
Objectives for: "THE CROSSING"
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Students will analyze George Washington’s character as a military commander and his courageous actions in leading his troops against overwhelming obstacles to cross the Delaware River in order to attack British troops at Trenton, New Jersey.
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Students will examine Washington’s demonstration of courage.
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Students will understand why courage is an essential virtue in their own lives.
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Students will act courageously in their own lives to protect freedom.