• Social Studies •
Persuasion Plan Graphic Organizer
Ms. Nina Bumpus
BA, Eastern Connecticut State University Honor’s Program
MAT, Sacred Heart University
email: nbumpus@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x235
after school availability: by appointmentWorld History I, World History Modern, US History I: Sophomore Thesis Packet
Questions on the US History thesis paper? Check in here to ask a question: http://ushistorypaper.wordpress.com/
Plagiarism PolicyMr. William Casertano
BA, Skidmore College
MEd, University of Vermont
email: wcasertano@ledyard.netUS History II, Current Issues
Ms. Ashley Hargus
BA, Assumption College
MAT, Sacred Heart University
Currently completing 6th year degree at Sacred Heart University
email: ahargus@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x241
after school availability: by appointmentWorld History Modern, US History I: Sophomore Thesis Packet
Questions on the US History thesis paper? Check in here to ask a question: http://ushistorypaper.wordpress.com/
Ms. Jennifer O’Brien
BA, Providence College
MA, Connecticut College
Currently completing 6th year degree at Sacred Heart University
email: jobrien@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x258
after school availability: by appointmentUS History II, Government, Anthropology, Global Affairs Seminar
Junior Year Thesis paper: Thesis Guide Scoring Rubric Plagiarism Policy
Mr. Leon Palmieri
email: lpalmieri@ledyard.net
phone:US History I: Sophomore Thesis Packet Ms. Tamie Smith
BS, Syracuse University
JD, Vermont Law School, cum laude
MAT, Sacred Heart University
email: tsmith@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x262
after school availability: by appointmentUS History II, Government, World History Modern
Mr. Mike Stout
BA, University of Connecticut
MAT, Sacred Heart University
Currently completing 6th year degree at Sacred Heart University
email: mstout@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x261
after school availability: by appointmentCurrent Issues, Government, US History I: Sophomore Thesis Packet
Questions on the US History thesis paper? Check in here to ask a question: http://ushistorypaper.wordpress.com/
Mr. Eric Van Frachen
BS, Southern Connecticut State University
Currently working on MAT at Sacred Heart University
email: evanfrachen@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x267
after school availability: Mondays by appointmentAP Psychology, World History, Current Issues
Mr. Chuck Wardman
BA, MA, 6th year, Southern Connecticut State University
email: jwardman@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x268
after school availability: MondaysWorld History Modern, World History Ancient, US History I: Sophomore Thesis Packet
• Courses Offered •
World History: Ancient to Medieval (1211) This course is the first of a two-course study of the rise, development, and expansion of world civilization. The focus is on the achievements of people and the meaning of events of every major world cultural area, from pre-history to the 1600’s. This course is designed as preparation for college. Open to grades 10-12.
Anthropology (1215) Anthropology is an introductory course investigating man through the physical, cultural, and archaeological past and present. The central focus will be cultural behavior, a feature unique to humans. Topics investigated may include theories of evolution, creationism, culture, kinship, forensics, and other cultural variables. Reading, writing, and analytical skills are emphasized.
World History: Contemporary (1221) This course is the second in the study of world civilizations begun in World History I. It continues the analysis and survey of peoples, cultures, and events the world over, from the Enlightenment to current times. The work in study skills and the historical method of study done in World History I is further developed, especially in the source readings and the research skills experience. The course is designed as preparation for college and may be taken independently of World History I. Open to grades 10-12.
Current Issues (1223) The focus of Current Issues will be to make students more aware of current events. This will be accomplished by investigating current issues, some of which may be controversial, and their historical development. Students will research and prepare a major oral presentation in which they trace the development of a current and/or controversial issue. (.5 credit—meets alternate days for one semester) Open to grades 11-12.
United States History I (1251/1252) This course begins the study of our nation’s history, proceeding chronologically from 1870 through World War I, the 1920’s, and the Great Depression. Topics covered include the passing of the American West, Industrialism, Unionism, Populism and Progressivism, Immigration, Imperialism, World War I, the events of the 1920’s, the Stock Market Crash, the Great Depression, and the New Deal. Materials and instruction are designed to develop long-term retention of details of important events and the ability to use and apply the lessons of history. Student responsibilities regularly include assignments in reading, writing, research, collaboration, and presentation. Students should expect homework nightly. Required of all tenth graders. This course must be passed in order to meet graduation requirements.
United States History II (1261/1262) In this course the social, political, and economic aspects of our nation’s development from 1940 to the present are analyzed. Topics covered include World War II, the Cold War, the Korean Wa r, domestic and foreign policy changes in the 1950’s and 1960’s, the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, and contemporary presidencies. Materials and instruction are designed to develop long-term retention of details of important events and the ability to use and apply the lessons of history. Student responsibilities regularly include assignments in reading, writing, research, collaboration, and presentation. Students should expect homework nightly. Prerequisite: Successful completion of United States History I. Required of all eleventh graders. This course must be passed in order to meet graduation requirements
Advanced Placement United States History (1235) The Advanced Placement United States History course is designed to be a survey in U. S. History from early settlements to the present day. There is a heavy emphasis on content knowledge in this course. There will be extensive reading and writing assignments in which analytical thinking and student expression are of the utmost importance. Summer assignments will be required. The course is designed to challenge the capable and interested student of history.
There are required summer reading and writing assignments. Students who sign up for AP US History during the summer or at the beginning of the school year can make up these assignments at that time. Students are expected to take the AP US History Exam in May. Prerequisite: Grade of B- in U.S. History I (1251) and B- in English 10 (1121) or written consent of Department Chair. (1.5 credits—meets daily semester one, meets alternate days semester two). Participation in and completion of this course does not guarantee college credit. The course fulfills the eleventh grade requirement.AP Psychology (1236) The purpose of AP Psychology is to introduce the students to a systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major sub-fields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. There are required summer reading and writing assignments. Students who sign up for AP Psychology during the summer or at the beginning of the school year can make up these assignments at that time.
Students are expected to take the AP Psychology Exam in May. Prerequisite: Grade of B- in Biology (1421/1422) and US History I (1251/1252) or written consent of Department Chair. (1.5 credits—meets daily semester one, meets alternate days semester two). Participation in and completion of this course does not guarantee college credit. Open to grades 11-12.Government (1241/1242) Government is a study of the basic principles of American government—federal, state, and local—with emphasis on the federal level. The duties and responsibilities of citizenship are examined as well as individual rights and their protection through the process of law. Practice in active citizenship is encouraged by required attendance and critique of civic meetings. Required of all twelfth graders. This course must be passed in order to meet graduation requirements. (.5 credit— meets alternate days for one semester).
World History Modern (1271/1272) This course provides an analysis and survey of people, culture, and events the world over. The historical timeline covers from the Enlightenment to modern day. There will be an emphasis on providing essential Social Studies skills, in particular, reading and writing critically as well as developing research and study skills. This course is designed to be writing
intensive. Required of all ninth graders. This course must be passed in order to meet graduation requirements.