American History

Mr. Adam Henry

How to find Mr. Henry

• e-mail: ahenry@havsd.net

• Room 240– Before/After school by appointment

Why American History?

• Learn about foundation of United States.

• Be able to understand reasons why the United States is the way it is today.

• Appreciation and understanding of creation of U.S. government.

Grading Breakdown

• Homework• Weekly key terms quizzes• Tests, projects (about 1 per

quarter• Current events (1 each quarter)• Participation

Homework

• Plays a vital and pivotal role in each student’s success in class.

• Assigned daily for reinforcement and/or extension of newly learned material.

• Randomly collected each week and graded on effort and completion.

Quizzes

• A quiz can be expected each week and will be based on weekly discussion and class work.

• Taken from Key Terms on American History website.

• Vocabulary lists or flash cards are VERY helpful.

Tests and Projects

• One unit test each quarter, with aid of study guide.

• In class and take home projects throughout the year.

• Projects will be based on application of historical content.

Participation

• EFFORT!!!• Homework

completion• Discussion• Asking questions • Active listening

• Cooperation• Preparation

Class website:

• HMS webpage -> eFaculty -> Adam Henry

• What you will find:– Daily homework– Copies of all handouts from class– Project assignments– List of key terms