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Mr. Mr. Saindon's
United States History Class
Monday, October 13
to Friday, October 17

Social Studies Standard: Explain the significance of major ideas and philosophies of government reflected in the Declaration of Independence.
Discuss the ideas expounded upon in the Declaration of Independence and discuss the significance of those ideas to our nation
This Week We Will:
1. Monday through Wednesday: Classes will be divided up into two groups to analyze ( in class and at home) the
"Olive Branch Petition"
and, the
Declaration of Independence
copies of these documents can be found on this website: click on the tab: "Declaration of Independence" along with Socratic Seminar questions.
2. Students will prepare for AND be ready to participate in a Socratic Seminar on Thursday and Friday. Questions on the document they have been assigned must be filled out by Thursday.
Mr. John Paul Saindon
Lifelong History Fanatic
Attended Palm Avenue Elementary School K-5, Wasco, California
Thomas Jefferson Junior High 6-8, Wasco California
Saint Anthony's Seminary
High School, Santa Barbara, California
Mr. Saindon graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the
University of California, Santa Barbara (Thanks, Mom)
Elementary and Secondary Teaching Credential: California State University, Bakersfield
Master's in Education: Fresno Pacific University







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