Today in History: John Hancock was born January 23, 1737. He was the first man to sign the Declaration of Independence.
AP US History: Students should come prepared to class having read and completed Cornell Notes for pages 519-527. We will discuss key concepts, ideas, and significance. For homework, students should read and complete Cornell Notes for pages 527-537. Objectives include: Can students describe the expansion and development of western railroads? Can students discuss issues of gender, race, and ethnicity in the far West?
AP Government: Students should come prepared to class having read and completed Cornell Notes for pages 3-17. If students were unable to obtain an AP Government textbook, they will have an opportunity to complete the assignment in class. Students who completed the assignment, will discuss key concepts, ideas, significance, and current events. For homework, students should read and complete Cornell Notes for pages 17-27. Objectives include: Can students explain what is meant by political power in relation to authority, legitimacy, and democracy? Can students describe majoritarian and elitist politics?
