1. American History Mr. Lebofsky Mrs. Hoffenson

2. Time line Colonial period to the Civil War 1605 to 1865 Discussion will include:  The French and Indian War  The American Revolution  The Constitution  Manifest Destiny  War of 1812  The growth of our democracy  Culture, economy, inventions  Social movements  Slavery and Civil War

3. Current Events History shapes the present and determines the future

4. About Me  College Educated  Travelled  Enjoy reading, writing, learning, music, gardening, hiking and camping, and teaching  Will respect you, expect the same in return  Believe strongly in the power of people to do good  Believe it is our duty to care for each other

5. Discuss: define history – what is it? why is it important to study our history? What do you know about American History? What important events in our history make us the nation we are today?

6. Quotes about History The whole course of human history may depend on a change of heart in one solitary and even humble individual - for it is in the solitary mind and soul of the individual that the battle between good and evil is waged and ultimately won or lost. M. Scott Peck M. Scott Peck History is a relentless master. It has no present, only the past rushing into the future. To try to hold fast is to be swept aside. John F. Kennedy Those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it. George Santayana History is the version of past events that people have decided to agree upon. Napoleon Bonaparte