USA History / Mr.Saindon
Monday, April 15
to
Friday, April 19
Essential Question
What events and/or decisions caused conflict within United States that to led to war?
Objective
a. The students will be able to explain a series of events that led to the Civil War.
Background
Tensions grew for many years before the first shots rang out at Fort Sumter, signaling the beginning of the Civil War. There was a clear division between the north and the south's perspectives of this young country. The Missouri Compromise, The Compromise of 1850, The Dred Scott Decision, John Brown's Raid, Uncle Toms Cabin, and the 1860's election did not occur in a matter of days of each other. These events spanned forty years. To people in the south, those long years of dissatisfaction intensified when Abraham Lincoln was elected president in 1860. This was a final straw that led to several southern states seceding from the Union.
2022 Washinton DC/Williamsburg VA/Gettysburg PA
Tour
John-Paul Saindon
661-332-6168
Hello Washington DC and New York City Travelers!
Spring Break Will Be Here Before We Know It!!!
In a very few short months we will be walking through the halls of power and experiencing the capital of the most powerful country in the world. Eighth graders study the Constitution in depth - Mr. Saindon and Mr. Zoeller are Master Teachers in this field. You too will be young scholars prepared to take it ALL in by the time we leave!
We will learn everything there is to know about the three branches of government and then..........we will actually be walking through the rooms of the White House; the halls of Congress; and the chamber of the United States Supreme Court. From Ford’s Theater to the Air and Space Smithsonian Museum – From the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building; From Thomas Jefferson’s estate of Monticello to George Washington’s house at Mt Vernon; From Macys and Tiffanies to Rockefeller Center and Broadway….it’s time to start getting excited.
This is an incredible opportunity that will affirm your faith in 'What It Means To Be An American' and leave you with wonderful memories that will last a life time. Our goal is to encourage and help as many students as we can - go on this trip. It is not cheap; So, start preparations now to raise money. Each and every year a majority of students are able to find ways to fund this fantastic voyage. It's not easy but it is possible. Please see Mr. Saindon or Mr. Zoeller for tips and ideas for fundraising.
The research affirms what we as teachers and parents already know:
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The impact of this trip and the experiences your child will have onthis journey will:
Open their eyes to the world
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Student-travel provides a wonderful experience strengthening the
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