US History &
American Civics
Understanding our past to shape our future, one lesson at a time.
Welcome
I’m a Social Studies teacher, and I teach US History and American Civics & Government. My goal is to help students think critically about the events, ideas, and institutions that shaped our nation, and to become informed, engaged citizens.
History isn’t about memorizing dates. It’s about understanding why things happened, how they connect, and what they mean for us today. In Civics, we dig into the Constitution, the branches of government, and the rights and responsibilities of living in a democracy.
Visit each course page for units, grading, and class expectations.
The best way to understand the present is to study the past, and the best way to shape the future is to understand your role as a citizen.
Current Events
Headlines from trusted sources
Today’s headlines
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Check your sources
Before you trust a story
- Who wrote it, and where was it first published?
- Is it reporting facts, or giving an opinion?
- Can you find the same story from a second, different outlet?
- Does it point to documents, data, or named sources?
- When was it published? Old stories are often shared as if they were new.
Fact-checking and primary sources
Headlines come from NPR, PBS NewsHour, and BBC News, and refresh automatically throughout the day. Each day is saved for a week so you can look back. Read more than one outlet and compare how they cover the same story.
Student Resources
Tools and links to support your learning in both courses.