Myles from ordinary May 6, 2008
" His preferred destination? . Muagututia has a 3.83 grade-point-average while taking five core classes, among them an advanced-placement chemistry class and an honors American History class. His goal is to earn at least a 4.0 GPA by the end of his senior year. "Stanford is definitely looking good to me," said Muagututia, who visited the campus April 11-13 and eventually wants to be a lawyer. "They have all of the things that I like. " Law and football might not seem similar, but Muagututia said... (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
FROM THE BACK PORCH Apr 22, 2008
Remember hearing the name of Rockefeller in your American history class. That name was the chief target of the Sherman act. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
WWII vet publishes autobiography Apr 14, 2008
"Using a "liberated" camera, Lemire took about a dozen photos, some of which are reprinted in the book. The original photos are housed at the University of Central Arkansas Archives."I wanted this recorded for history and to show that I had actually witnessed this madness," he writes.To this day, Lemire suffers from flashbacks and recurring nightmares of Dachau.UCA Archivist Jimmy Bryant uses Lemire's photos in teaching an American History class. While attending Lemire's birthday party Sunday,... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
From administrator to eighth-grader for a day Apr 10, 2008
Ryder started the day in Makel's American history class, where students were learning about the Battle of the Alamo. Teacher Mittie Hinman-Garcia didn't call on Ryder when quizzing students about the War of Texan Independence, but she did ask her to read No. 6 in the jog-a-thon instructions when they went over guidelines for the school fundraiser at the end of class. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Construction running behind Mar 7, 2008
"The school will also work with the Chilton County Board of Education and local high school principals to offer dual enrollment courses, where students can earn college and high school credit at the same time."We've had some students receive their associate's degree at the same time they get their high school diploma," Merritt said. People age 60 and older will be allowed to take classes for free except for paying student fees. Merritt said this has added to the educational experience of the... (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Castro's untimely exit could expedite the process of U.S.-Cuban relations Feb 26, 2008
When we hear or read "Bay of Pigs" or Cuban missile crisis, we probably think of American history class in high school, black and white pictures of JFK on the porch at the White House pacing back and forth and kids hiding under their desks at school during a nuclear attack drill (I've always wondered what good people thought the desks would do if there ever were a nuclear attack) We maintain a long-standing trade embargo against Cuba, and Fidel remains persona non grata in America's book. But... (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Make history with your honey Feb 20, 2008
It makes you wish you'd paid attention in American history class. But it is never too late to experience the city's history with your favorite study buddy - and have a fine meal in the process. (Boston Globe)
Romney a class act Feb 8, 2008
May I suggest, with all due respect, that you go back to 11th Grade American History class and start over. By Dusty. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Sentinel Lunchtime Blog: Why care until they pinpoint my choices? Jan 22, 2008
If I recall my high school American history class, I do believe there is a thing called separation of church and state. Or maybe I m making that up. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
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JEN CARPENTER Students in Michael Aikin s American history class play history Trivial Pursuit Tuesday. Arkport Central School received a bronze medal as one of U.S. News Report s top schools in the country. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Pearl Harbor ~The aftermath in the Lower Arkansas Valley Dec 11, 2007
Several classes from Rocky Ford schools, including an American history class from the high school, visited the display. . (La Junta Tribune Democrat, CO)
Letters, Nov. 21: Reject cliches about GMO technology Nov 23, 2007
I ve read some books, taken an American history class, watched documentaries, and used the internet to find out more. Documentaries are becoming increasingly popular. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Local veterans honored at CHS, Holladay Veteran's Day programs Nov 15, 2007
Following Ward s speech, members of the Advanced American History class read select readings. The guest speaker of the day was Sgt. Brian Lohman, who serves as the recruiter at the National Guard Armory in Camden. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Students vote in mock municipal election Nov 6, 2007
Whether there's an ongoing gubernatorial race, a race to see who will take senate or legislative seats or a local mayoral and common council race, students are encouraged to go to Democratic and Republican headquarters and catch up on their knowledge of the candidates and their issues, said John Geary, whose eighth-grade American history class was among students who took part. The day before adults take to the voting booths, the children make their selections. (Middletown Press, CT)
A piece of the crown Oct 20, 2007
MARION This wasn t their American history class, nor even a world history class. This was more like recent Michigan high school football playoff history. (Cadillac News, MI)
We the people ... need to brush up on our history Sep 21, 2007
Of course, everyone has to learn a little bit about the founding doctrine of this country during his or her middle school American history class; however, the North Carolina state curriculum is shallow and barely scratches the surface of how or why these sanctified words affect us as citizens. It has been drilled in our heads for years that this document laid the foundation for 220 years of societal progress, but the fact remains that most people know only a little about the important document... (The Seahawk, NC)
Gettysburg's New Battle: Urban Sprawl Aug 26, 2007
The storied sites pored over in every American History class and obsessively revisited by Civil War buffs are far from uniformly protected. From suburban sprawl to mining to a lack of funds for maintenance and repair, threats to Civil War battlefields are legion. (CBS News)
Report urges states to improve teacher qualifications Jun 28, 2007
For example, it finds that only nine states -- California, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Texas and Washington -- require aspiring elementary-school teachers to take an introductory American history class while in education school. "You want to make sure the teacher knows something about the American Revolution and the Civil War," Walsh said. (CNN -- Education)
YOUR OPINION 6/19/2007 Jun 21, 2007
Do you remember studying the Holocaust in American history class. Did you not sympathize with the millions of people sent to extermination in Nazi Germany. (Scranton Times, PA)
Chi-Hi honors five top social studies students Jun 7, 2007
Bailey has been the most outstanding student in my topics in American history class this semester, Thompson said. Her inquisitive nature combined with her keen sense of historical perspective creates within her an academic curiosity that takes her beyond the pages of a book or the words of a lecture. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Martin » Apr 30, 2007
It scares me to think that this could have just as easily happened in my American History class, Pre-calculus class or any other class that I attend daily. I'm a student, and attend classes is what I do just like those at Virginia Teach as well as every other elementary, middle, high school, college and university in our country. (Vero Beach Press Journal)
Friend: Anderson knows every day is Father's Day Apr 11, 2007
"You have to go back to Chicago to understand, back to the early 1950s. Glenn Anderson was a perfectly healthy 6-year-old when he contracted pneumonia and was given the experimental drug streptomycin. Doctors warned his father, a middle school custodian, and his mother, a short-order cook, of the drug's potential side effects, including complete hearing loss. But it was either that or lose their son.He became deaf, and his family didn't even try to learn sign language. So Glenn was on his own,... (ESPN -- Football)
A tale from Tales (4/2) Apr 3, 2007
On the first day of the late Mr. Carl Butler's one and only junior American history class at the Mississippi School for Math and Science, everyone in the class was handed a list. On that list were written a whole bunch of names. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Lincoln High students flashed by nude photo Mar 28, 2007
A student teacher at Portland's Lincoln High School intending to show students a clip from "Saving Private Ryan" accidentally showed his American History class a nude photo. The Portland State University student can't teach in Portland Public Schools. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Schools still show gap between rich and poor Mar 6, 2007
DeRolph's American history class was in a room large enough for 15 students but had 20. Those who got there last sat on the floor. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Living)
Her Country, ‘Tis Of Thee Mar 2, 2007
But she learned a lot in her American history class at SGU, and she s learned more as the wife of a legislator. Mostly, she wanted to learn, about her husband s country and the country she can soon call her own. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)
High school to add, ‘tweak' curriculum Jan 25, 2007
The changes also include social studies, where an advanced placement American history class will undergo redesignation. In addition, pre-advancement placement language arts courses and the work experience seminar/on-the-job training courses will also undergo weaking. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
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Freeport High School junior De'Jane Robinson takes notes during an American history class taught by Social Studies teacher Kimber Perala ... At Freeport High School, juniors in American History class read McDougal Little's he Americans, which conveys a wealth of information on the slave trade, emancipation, reconstruction, the civil rights movement, and side bars on noteworthy Black Americans. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Fowler is new assistant principal Jan 11, 2007
Fowler, 37, is continuing to teach his advanced placement American history class, but has relinquished his other teaching duties to a long-term substitute teacher. He is also the social studies department head. (Cynthiana Democrat, KY)
Teacher facing sex counts Jan 9, 2007
Students at the high school were "shocked" by the news, according to one 17-year-old senior, who took Ellis' American history class last year. "A lot of people felt bad for him and were scared for him," said the student, who spoke on the condition of anonymity. (SunSpot.net)
More of this story Dec 9, 2006
She s taking an American history class and plans to take two or three courses in the spring. Finklestein is working toward a two-year college degree through credits at Harvard University, but doesn t plan to go to college until she s ready. (Brockton Enterprise, MA)
U.S. teenagers turn their backs on politics Dec 4, 2006
The majority of teenagers, aside from what they learn in American history class or what they hear their parents say, are ignorant of politics. This is sad, because in a few years, they will become voters and they will not understand who or what they are voting for, leaving America with an unenlightened mass of new voters. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Which Ammericans do you think are the most influential? Nov 28, 2006
Do you remember reading about Fredrick Law Olmsted (49) in American History class. I don t either, but apparently as the man behind New York City s Central Park he s a bigger deal than James K. Polk (50), the guy who is ultimately responsible for the expansionism that eventually brought all or parts of eight states (Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Utah and Wyoming) under American control. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Walsh teaches history with heart Oct 19, 2006
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Yearbook ad 'inappropriate' Oct 11, 2006
Marcacci said her relationship with Teter started her sophomore year, when she was 15 and a student in his American history class. First, it was a note signed "Scott T." that he left on her desk. (Florida Today)
Unsolved mystery Oct 8, 2006
With the support of a marvelous teacher, Nancy Walter, I received permission to do an independent project instead of taking the usual American history class. Nancy suggested I look into the 1917 miners strike in Butte, a local event with national repercussions. (Montana Standard, MT)
Discovering Dixie Oct 2, 2006
Foster s American History class is studying the Civil War right now, and this year is the first year the school has offered a year-long Civil War class as an elective, so the Living History Day fits well with his curriculum, he said. With this and other re-enactments throughout the year, Foster said he would like to really use the photos his students take and even video they shoot to go deeper with the experiences. (Wapakoneta Daily News, OH)
* Sept. 11 changed US views on history Sep 11, 2006
When McAlister started teaching in 1996, she said: "You kind of had to make an argument for why someone in an American history class would have to think about global issues." This story has been viewed 133 times. Advertising. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
9/11: Our Readers Speak Sep 11, 2006
The day after 9/11 I walked into my college classroom of an advanced American history class and faced a class of 40 very frightened, unsure, students. What should we do Professor, they asked. (The Ledger)
Butte book on lynching plagiarized Sep 8, 2006
He wrote The Murder of Frank Little: An injury to one is an injury to all in 1972 for an American history class at Missoula s Sentinel High School. Little s murder is a famous Butte scandal: In August 1917 the union leader was kidnapped, beaten and hung from a railroad trestle by five mystery men likely hired by the Anaconda Co.. (Montana Standard, MT)
Students dodging high book prices Aug 21, 2006
Jacque Pilawski, who recently took some classes at Palm Beach Community College, refused to buy a $60 paperback history textbook for an American history class. Instead, she learned that the Palm Beach County School District had bought new history books for its high school students, so she snagged an old one that was destined for the trash bin for free. (The Palm Beach Post)
Lesson plans aim for smooth start Aug 7, 2006
The 10-day lessons also encourage teachers to plan for weeks or months instead of day to day -- the solution to every American history class that never got past the Civil War. In a broad sense, the prepared lessons are a reflection of the growing standardization of teaching, both in Florida and across the country. (The Miami Herald)
Your views: Letters to the editor Aug 6, 2006
When we cover the 1950s and 1960s in my American history class, I get dressed up to convey my excitement. This June I went to Normandy so I could more vividly convey to my students the heroics of our World War II soldiers on D-Day. (Florida Today)
No Cold War, no cheer Jun 16, 2006
If you think Americans got worked up about the 1980 Miracle on Ice because it was a pretty darned entertaining hockey game, please report to the nearest modern American history class. The Olympics always were a good, every-four-years venue for these Cold War battles because the Americans and Soviets tended to be equally good at such measurements of power and grace as swimming, track and field, gymnastics and ice skating, so U.S. citizens could count medals to get an affirmation for, or a... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Predators lineman Doug Miller is ridin' on chrome May 26, 2006
TALK ABOUT SPORTS FEATURED DISCUSSION. WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING. (Orlando Sentinel -- Sports)
So She Thought: A street by any other name (would be easier to live on) Apr 25, 2006
Apparently you don t have to have passed American History class to be a subdivision street-namer. It gets even nuttier when developers name a street in honor of someone. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
New Fed governor is just 35 Mar 29, 2006
" "He knows unequivocally that the Fed must be independent, non-ideological, and nonpartisan, and for this reason, I am proud to support his nomination," the New York Democrat told his Senate colleagues. Warsh said he didn't know whether to take criticisms about his age as compliments or insults, but said he wasn't focused on the critics. And neither was retired school teacher Linda Harrison, who taught Warsh's 11th grade advanced placement American history class at his high school in Latham,... (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Does block scheduling work? Mar 16, 2006
I know my American History class started right before the Jamestown settlement and we didnt get past WWI. The last week of class we had to watch videos that summed up each decade so we had a clue what happened and that hurt many of my classmates when they got to college if they didnt already have an interest in History because they knew nothing of what had happened. A few perks of the schedule is that it prepared me to sit through long classes in college which others struggled with, I was... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
PAUL GREENBERG: Return of the anti-federalists Jan 25, 2006
You may dimly remember them from your high school American history class: the anti-federalists. Th-e-y're back. (Washington Times)
Got a question for NYC schools chancellor? Jan 13, 2006
Joel Klein, chancellor of New York City schools, speaks to an 11th grade American history class. New York. (CNN -- Education)
