Description This course offers a comprehensive exploration of American foreign policy, delving into the motivations, interests, and justifications behind its actions on the global stage. Through detailed analysis, we will examine specific regions including Hawai’i, Cuba, the Philippines, Nicaragua, and various Latin American countries. Special attention will be given to America's historical participation in conflicts and wars within these regions, encompassing pivotal events such as the … [Read more...] about Conflict and Conquest: A Historical Perspective on America’s Global Engagements
Fall Session (10/28/24-12/13/24)
Voting Rights: A Step by Step Project-Based Learning Experience to Improve Participation in Local Elections
Description Students will focus on hands-on approaches using political science principles to improve voting in their local communities, including working directly with local officials. Students will investigate the evolution of elections in our representative democracy and the current reality. Students will also learn how various entities such as the media and money influence our election processes and results. Finally, students will research topics that present factors affecting participation … [Read more...] about Voting Rights: A Step by Step Project-Based Learning Experience to Improve Participation in Local Elections
Exploring Latinx Heritage: Heroes, Culture, and Global Perspectives
Description In this engaging course, students will explore Latinx heritage by engaging in accountable talk to discuss and compare the achievements of Latinx heroes. Students will use inspiring visuals of influential Latinx leaders to demonstrate how to articulate detailed descriptions using academic vocabulary, linking words, and transitions. Each lesson incorporates differentiated strategies to ensure accessibility for English Learners, Multilingual Learners, and students with IEPs/504s, … [Read more...] about Exploring Latinx Heritage: Heroes, Culture, and Global Perspectives
Empathy Through Literature: Crafting Autobiographies Inspired by Literary Works
Description In this engaging course, students will create empathetic autobiographies using characters from "A Wrinkle in Time" and "Clap When You Land." They'll explore language and self-expression while sharpening their skills in understanding complex texts and refining their writing across different styles. By learning new words, becoming skilled in advanced reading techniques, and immersing themselves in diverse literary and informational materials, students will deepen their understanding … [Read more...] about Empathy Through Literature: Crafting Autobiographies Inspired by Literary Works