WWII -13

1. Discuss WWII Notetaker - Homefront

2. Introduce  How did WWII affect America? Assignment with group members located on Schoology - Work Day 1


HW: How did WWII affect America DUE TUESDAY END OF CLASS

East Africa isn't the only region suffering from swarms of locusts. Today's show begins in Pakistan, where the insects have descended as an apparent result of the Yemeni civil war. U.S. stocks have officially entered correction territory, and we explain what that means. And if you've ever wondered why leap years have extra days, we have your answer!

WWII - 12

1. Complete America's Response to the Holocaust - Day 2

2. Review Primary vs Secondary Sources
- Complete Primary vs Secondary Form located on Schoology

3. Complete WWII Note-taker on the Homefront located on Schoology

HW: WWII Note-taker on the Homefront located on Schoology 


U.S. President Donald Trump held a news conference last night to discuss coronavirus concerns in America, and today's show brings you some of the highlights. Afterward, we're explaining why the Transportation Security Administration is restricting its employees' use of TikTok. And a veterinarian provides free care for the pets of homeless Californians.

WWII - 11

1. Identify & Explain different perspectives on America's response to refugees today
2. Compare America's response to Refugees during WWII and today
3. How decisions made during WWII impact America's America's response to refugees today?


Italy is now grappling with hundreds of cases of coronavirus, as the disease continues to spread and impact everything from tourism to global stocks. New technology and concerns about it are being tested at voting booths in Wisconsin. And a group of lawmakers in Tennessee answer a 14-year-old's call to spend a day in wheelchairs.

WWII - 10

1. Complete  America's Response to the Holocaust Day  1 Reflection questions #2. 

2. Begin America's Response to the Holocaust Day #2 located on Schoology.

• Define Terms
• 2 Sources on America's response to refugees today and summary
• Group discussion

The important and complex relationship between the U.S. and India is examined today, as President Donald Trump wraps up his trip to the world's largest democracy. Afterward, we're taking you to the Canary Islands, which recently weathered a storm from the Sahara. We're also going dogsledding in British Columbia and checking in with a record-setting "plankster."

WWII -9

1. Work on America's Response to the Holocaust Activity Day 1 located in US History folder in Google Drive

- Define terms

- Introduce Should the United States have done more in response to the Holocaust?
- Analyze Historian Debate documents and complete organizer with Group members
- Class Discussion
- Analyze Documents A-D and complete graphic organizer with table partner
- Discuss with Group
- Analyze Documents E-H and complete graphic organizer independently
- Discuss with group

- Complete Reflection questions

HW: Complete Reflection questions on America's Response to the Holocaust Day 1

With high levels of flu activity being reported in 48 U.S. states, CNN 10 kicks off the week with a by-the-numbers look at flu season so far. That's followed by a recap of results from Saturday's Democratic caucuses in Nevada. And then, we're a featuring a look ahead to Super Tuesday and explaining why this date is so significant to U.S. presidential hopefuls.

Newsela: Meet the Candidates

WWII - 8

1. Watch Band of Brothers Episode 9 - Why we fight

HW:  Read Newsela: America's response to the Holocaust and complete multiple choice quiz. DUE Monday

Shipping and toys: These are two of the global industries that are now feeling the impact of a new coronavirus outbreak in China. From there, we're taking you to the Alps, where two tunnels are expected to significantly cut train travel time in Europe. And a hotel in Asia's "Golden Triangle" gives guests the opportunity to sleep near rescued elephants.

WWII - 7

1. Read The Holocaust at a Glance located on Schoology and complete Note-taker.

2.  Read Newsela: America's response to the Holocaust and complete multiple choice quiz.

Venus and the moons of Jupiter and Neptune: NASA funds four new proposals that could involve these places and shape space research for years to come. When looking at the statues of ancient Egypt, you might notice that many of their noses are missing, and we're explaining the likely reasons why. And as America's largest retailer expects a strong year, it's increasingly utilizing robots to help maintain its stores.

Group Guidance

1. Complete remaining 10 exercises of You Science.



As the United Kingdom deals with the aftermath of an intense storm, CNN 10 is explaining what made it so dangerous and why it was called a "bomb cyclone." Afterward, we're showing you what it's like to be out and about in Shanghai, China. And after a report on the closure of 125 Macy's stores, we're discussing whether a retail apocalypse is really occurring.

Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich Released Following Trump's Commutation - NPR

WWII - 6

SUBSTITUTE

1. Complete Pearl Harbor Activity  - DUE Tomorrow

No School - President's Day

WWII -5

1. Begin Pearl Harbor Activity with table partner - located on Schoology


Pearl Harbor Activity DUE 2/19 at start of class

It's a case of good news, bad news, and good news for part of Australia, and it's our first topic this Friday on CNN 10. Afterward, we're discussing a new study concerning a major oil spill that occurred 10 years ago. A report on volcanic eruptions follows. And our show wraps with a story on how a sheep dog became a bird dog.

WWII - 4

1. Discuss WWII, American Involvement in Note-taker Questions
2. Discuss Timeline/WWII Map of Progression - located on Schoology
3. Watch Lend Lease (5:00) - located on Schoology
4. Analyze Dr Seuss Goes to War political cartoons - located on Schoology

Multiple Choice Test in Testing Center/Dance Studio- DUE FRIDAY

Results from New Hampshire headline today's show, along with a quick explanation of why delegates matter. New technology is helping in the fight against poachers and the conservation of rhinos. Mushrooms are growing in popularity -- as both a food and a form of packaging. And mysterious radio signals are detected from deep space.

WWII - 3

1. Complete WWII Timeline Activity located on Schoology with group members.

2. Read WWII, American Involvement In and complete Note-taker questions located on Schoology DUE Thursday

Read Newsela: US Election Guide 2020 and complete multiple choice quiz - Due TODAY

Written Assessment Revisions 2/12
Multiple Choice Test in Testing Center/Dance Studio- DUE FRIDAY

For perspective on the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak, we're conducting an interview with a coronavirus patient whose husband is quarantined on a cruise ship. In New Hampshire, 19th Century technology is touted as a way to avoid 21st Century problems. And in space, an orbiting craft makes its way toward the Sun.

WWII - 2

1. Watch America in the 20th Century, American Isolationism (14:28)

2.  Discuss Dictators Threaten the World 

3. Complete Dictators Today activity - located on Schoology

HW: Read Newsela: US Election Guide 2020 and complete multiple choice quiz - Due WED

Written Assessment Revisions 2/11-2/12
Multiple Choice Test in Testing Center/Dance Studio- DUE FRIDAY


All eyes on New Hampshire: The second contest of the U.S. presidential nomination process takes place today. After a look at that and an update from Iowa, we're giving you an in-depth report on a controversial new startup that's amassed a database of faces. And we're showing you how a 1970s prank turned into a tradition at the University of Wisconsin.

WWII - 1

1. WWII Introduction Slides

2. Read Dictators Threaten the World and complete WWII Note-taker located on Schoology

3. Read Newsela: US Election Guide 2020 and complete multiple choice quiz - Due WED

Written Assessment Revisions 2/10-2/12
Read Newsela: US Election Guide 2020 and complete multiple choice quiz - Due WED
Multiple Choice Test in Testing Center/Dance Studio


Five months after a major hurricane directly hit the Bahamas, we're assessing the rebuilding efforts and explaining why recovery could take a long time. A day after the 92nd Academy Awards, we're examining the business aspect of the nomination process. And we're drawing you into the debate over how to pronounce the name of a world-famous artist.

Great Depression - 16

1. Multiple Choice Test

All  Absent/Late work is Due Today
Written Assessment Revisions 2/7, 2/10, 2/11, 2/12

With the 2020 Summer Games less than six months away, an Olympic organizer is voicing concerns about the potential impact of the Wuhan coronavirus. After completing a historic mission, a NASA astronaut explains why she hopes the record she set will soon be broken. And a camera in California captures an unlikely alliance of animals.

Great Depression - 15

SUBSTITUTE

1. Complete  Critics of the New Deal activity and FDR & New Deal Cartoon Analysis form with group members - links located on Schoology.


HW: Great Depression/New Deal test Tomorrow - Review located in US History Folder
All  Absent/Late work is Due Tomorrow
Written Assessment Revisions 2/7, 2/10, 2/11, 2/12

The U.S. Senate acquittal of President Donald Trump is our first topic this Thursday. After a down-the-middle explanation of that, we're updating you on the status of the Wuhan coronavirus. And we're explaining how a type of "solar window" could change the way buildings are powered, though the technology has limitations.

Ask an Expert Day

HW: Complete Note-taker: FDR & Supreme Court , End of Depression Reading DUE 2/6 located on Schoology
Great Depression - New Deal Multiple Choice 1/7Review located in US Folder
All Absent/Late work DUE FRIDAY 2/7


Written Assessment Revisions 2/5,2/6,2//7,2/10,2/11 in Room 152K



After we explore some history of the U.S. presidential State of the Union address, we're bringing you some highlights of President Donald Trump's fourth annual message to Congress. That's followed by some highlights of the Democratic Party's response. And we're also explaining what we know about complications with the Iowa caucuses.

Great Depression - 14

1. Written Assessment: Was the New Deal a Success or A Failure?

Ask an Expert Day Questions


HW: Complete Note-taker: FDR & Supreme Court , End of Depression Reading DUE 2/6 located on Schoology
Great Depression - New Deal Multiple Choice 1/7
All Absent/Late work DUE FRIDAY 2/7

Political headlines from the U.S. and abroad kick off today's show. The Iowa caucuses, the presidential State of the Union address, and the British exit from the European Union are our first three topics. We're also showing you a close-up of the sun's surface that was captured by a telescope in Hawaii.

Great Depression - 13

1. Pre- Writing Day : Was the New Deal a Success or a failure?

HW: New Written Assessment 2/4
Great Depression - New Deal Multiple Choice 1/7- Review in US History folder
All Absent/Late work DUE FRIDAY 2/7


CNN 10
A NASA study compares a space-bound man with his earth-bound twin brother. Get ready for launch!