Trimester 1: Sept. 6-Nov. 2
Focus: The American Dream: Myth or Reality?
Our examination of this theme will take us from the roots of democracy and freedom, to our contemporary society of the 21st century. Our readings will frame discussions about government’s role in reaching “the dream,” definitions of success, and barriers to reaching the American dream.
It will also be a trimester to focus on academic literacy, with an emphasis on writing and speaking clearly, listening to others, using research to answer questions, and making connections between periods in history and overall themes.
Assignments and Activities: 3-D visual in groups; reading a variety of texts in order to look for bias; creative writing; contests; research; culminating project: trial and paper or visual