All students enrolled in this course will rotate through three units of American History, spending 4 weeks on each unit in the fall semester and 5 weeks on each unit in the spring semester.  

Students will be assigned to the same classroom throughout the year, and teachers will bring a new topic to them each month.

American Settlements & Colonies: Life in the New World
Instructor: Amy Carrington
9 week unit (4 wks fall, 5 wks spring)

Travel back in time to the days of early explorers, brave settlers, and the first American colonies! In this exciting 9-week unit, students will explore how people came to North America, built new homes, and started communities that would shape the future of the United States. From Jamestown to Plymouth, and from Native American partnerships to colonial life, we’ll dive into the real stories of survival, cooperation, and growth.

Each week will include engaging activities, hands-on projects, interactive maps, and role-playing to bring history to life. Students will learn about the different colonies, what made them unique, and how daily life looked in the 1600s and 1700s. We'll also explore the challenges settlers faced, how they interacted with Native American tribes, and what it took to build a new world.

By the end of the course, students will not only understand how America’s early settlements began—they’ll also discover how these roots continue to influence our country today.

America: The Revolution to the Constitution
Instructor: Emily Millen
9 week unit (4 wks Fall/5 wks Spring)

Get ready to step back in time and explore one of the most exciting chapters in American history! In this 9-week adventure, students will discover how the 13 colonies came together to stand up for their rights, fight for freedom, and create a brand-new country.

From the Boston Tea Party to the writing of the U.S. Constitution, we’ll learn about the brave people, bold ideas, and big decisions that shaped the United States.

Through fun activities, creative projects, and interactive lessons, students will:

  Meet key figures like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Betsy Ross.

  Learn about major events like the Declaration of Independence and Continental Congress.

  Discuss big ideas like freedom, fairness, and working together

This course will help students build critical thinking skills, understand important historical concepts, and see how history connects to the world around them today as we prepare to celebrate 250 years of independence.

American Explorers & Frontiersmen
Instructor: Summer Jessee
9 week unit (4 wks fall, 5 wks spring)

Pack your bags and grab your compass—we’re heading out on an adventure through early American history! In this 9-week course, students will journey alongside brave explorers and daring frontiersmen who helped shape the United States. From the waterways of Lewis and Clark to the wilderness trails of Daniel Boone, we’ll discover the real-life stories of those who traveled into the unknown.

Each week, students will explore a new figure or region through interactive stories, hands-on projects, maps, and fun activities. Along the way, they’ll learn about Native American cultures, the challenges of wilderness survival, and how exploration helped expand the American frontier. This course combines history, geography, and storytelling to inspire curiosity and build a deeper understanding of early America.

Topics may include:

  Early Native American life and landscapes

  Lewis and Clark’s expedition

  Daniel Boone and the Appalachian frontier

  The Oregon Trail

  Mountain men and fur traders

  Pioneer life and westward expansion

  Frontier forts and daily survival skills

  Tall tales and legends of the American frontier

  The lasting impact of explorers and frontiersmen

Perfect for young adventurers and history buffs, this course encourages critical thinking, creativity, and a spirit of exploration!