USA History / Mr.Saindon
Monday, March 27 to Friday, March 31
Countdown to The Civil War
Students will understand how a variety of events compounded to create the boiling tensions leading into the Civil War.
Harriet Tubman and the Abolitionist movement
What was the Underground Railroad and how did it operate?
The Civil War
1. Compare/contrast/analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the Union and Confederacy.
2. Compare/contrast the goals and strategies of the Union and Confederacy.
3. Evaluate major events of the Civil War.
4. Be able to explain what happened at Gettysburg
What do I need to bring on this trip?
PACKING LIST
*One strong suitcase that you can carry yourself with ID Tag
*One carry-on backpack
*At least 1 form of identification (school ID is ok)
*1 pair of walking shoes
*One semi“dress-up” outfit for New York City (comfortable shoes)
*Slippers or sandals
*Swimsuit for indoor swimming pool at hotels
*Umbrella or rain poncho (must)
*Pajamas
*Light jacket
*Underclothes for each day
*Change of clothes for each day
*Camera/Cell Phone
*Toiletries
*Chapstick
*Sunscreen
*Spending Money
*Sweaters to layer with
*Raincoat, hat and gloves (if cold)
*Cell phone or calling card
*Things like playing cards, electronic devices, headphones required, etc. are ok to bring
*Small traveling pillow/blanket