This website is a tool to help you be as successful as possible with homework learning and as prepared as possible for class work learning.

In AP U.S. History, the purpose of homework is to carry out those learning activities that you can fulfill independently.  (In other words, homework is for learning in ways that do not require the assistance or participation of your teacher, classmates, or the classroom.)  The purpose of class work, on the other hand, is to engage in learning activities that require guidance, special resources, or teamwork to complete. Therefore, class time is typically dedicated to discussions, debates, source review, and writing practice while home time is intended for reading, studying, and some writing.  With this approach to learning U.S. History, in class lectures will be short and rare because your textbook, not your teacher, is your lecturer.  This means that you must KEEP UP ON YOUR READING!  Doing both your class work and homework are essential to your success: if you neglect to engage in either one, you will only be half prepared (if that).  Since all of this work might sound overwhelming to you, this website is a gift designed to help you stay motivated and feeling like you can rise to the challenge.

If you have the resources available to you, you should try to check this website on the nights before you meet for class.

Here is a quick guide to how this website will help you succeed with APUSH at home which will help you with APUSH in class:

Homework Help:

- If you feel that you need a lecture, because reading is not enough, check out HELPFUL LINKS at the top right hand corner and explore the Alternative Study Tools.  The Hippocampus link has great lectures and PowerPoint’s for you to watch. 

- If you feel that you are struggling with your geography skills, check out HELPFUL LINKS at the top right hand corner and explore Map Practice. 

- If you want to plan ahead or help yourself keep up with your homework, check the Class Calendar on the left side.  This will also tell you what you must be doing at home to prepare for class activities.