US+History+I







United States History I (1763-1865) College Prep and Honors
 * Malden** **High School**
 * Academic Year**
 * Course Syllabus**

**Miss Brown B211** Email: __ dabrown @malden.mec.edu__

Before/after school office hours:­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ **7:30-2:45 Monday-Thursday***


 * You may also schedule any additional time before or after school in advance.

Materials Blue or Black Pen Pencil Red Pen ||
 * Textbook: || American Anthem ||
 * Materials: || Binder with loose leaf paper

**__Course Description__**__:__ In United States History I, students examine the historical and intellectual origins of the United States developed from Western Europe through the Revolutionary and Early Republic eras. Students study the framework of American Democracy; analyze key documents including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the basic concepts of the American Government. The course then traces America’s westward expansion, the establishment of political parties, economic and social change, sectional conflicts, the Civil War and Reconstruction periods.

__Classroom Expectations__ ü We will respect ourselves, our peers, our teachers, the classroom, and the task! ü NO cell phones, ipods, other electronics…and NO exceptions! ü We will be organized and punctual! ü No food in the room…Drinks are appropriate if covered! This is a CAN’T FREE zone!!!