Springfield High School · Delco
Understanding our past to shape our future — one lesson at a time.
Welcome! I'm a Social Studies teacher at Springfield High School in Delco, where I teach US History and American Civics & Government. My goal is to help students think critically about the events, ideas, and institutions that have shaped our nation — and to empower them to become informed, engaged citizens.
I believe history isn't just 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 that come with living in a democracy.
Use the navigation above to visit each course page for syllabi, unit breakdowns, assignments, and resources. Students and parents are always welcome to reach out.
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.
From colonial foundations to modern America — explore the events and turning points that shaped our nation.
Enter Course →Know your rights. Know your government. Know your power. The Constitution, branches, and civic participation.
Enter Course →From colonial foundations to modern America
This course explores the major events, themes, and turning points in American history — from the colonial era and the Revolution through the Civil War, industrialization, the World Wars, the Civil Rights Movement, and into the 21st century.
Students will analyze primary sources, debate historical interpretations, and develop the skills to think like historians. We'll connect the past to the present, examining how historical decisions continue to shape American life today.
Settlement of the colonies, causes of the Revolution, Declaration of Independence, and the war for independence.
Articles of Confederation, Constitutional Convention, the Bill of Rights, and the presidencies of Washington through Jefferson.
Manifest Destiny, the Louisiana Purchase, the Mexican-American War, and growing tensions between North and South.
Causes of the Civil War, key battles, emancipation, and the Reconstruction era and its legacy.
The Gilded Age, rise of industry and labor, immigration, urbanization, and the Progressive Era.
World War I, the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, the New Deal, and World War II.
The Cold War, Korea and Vietnam, the Civil Rights Movement, and social change in the 1950s–70s.
From the 1980s to today — the end of the Cold War, technology, globalization, terrorism, and contemporary issues.
Know your rights. Know your government. Know your power.
This course examines the foundations of American government — the Constitution, the three branches, federalism, civil liberties, and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Students will learn how laws are made, how elections work, and how they can make their voices heard.
We'll also explore current events and connect them to the principles and structures that govern our democracy. By the end of the course, students will understand not just how government works, but why it matters in their daily lives.
Why government exists, types of government systems, and the philosophical roots of American democracy.
The Constitutional Convention, the structure of the document, amendments, and the Bill of Rights in depth.
How a bill becomes a law, the House and Senate, committee systems, and the powers of Congress.
Powers and roles of the president, the electoral college, the cabinet, and executive agencies.
The federal court system, Supreme Court cases, judicial review, and how the courts interpret the law.
Division of power between federal and state governments, local government structures, and Pennsylvania government.
Freedom of speech, religion, press, due process, equal protection, and landmark Supreme Court cases.
How elections work, political parties, the role of media, and how citizens can get involved and make a difference.
Tools and links to support your learning in both courses
Links to the National Archives, Library of Congress, and document collections for research and analysis.
USA.gov, Congress.gov, and SCOTUSblog for tracking legislation, court decisions, and government info.
Trusted news sources and fact-checking tools to stay informed and analyze media critically.
Quizlet flashcards, study guides, and review materials aligned with our units and key terms.
Purdue OWL, Chicago/Turabian guides, and essay rubrics to help you write like a historian.
Voter registration info, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved in your community.
Founding documents, historical records, and primary source collections from the federal government.
Digitized documents, photographs, maps, and oral histories spanning all eras of American history.
Interactive maps showing territorial expansion, battle sites, and changing borders over time.
Interactive Constitution, educational resources, and deep dives into each amendment and article.
Track legislation, find your representatives, and follow bills as they move through Congress.
Learn about Pennsylvania's government structure, find your state reps, and track state legislation.
Students and parents — feel free to reach out
Have a question about coursework, assignments, or class expectations? I'm here to help. Reach out anytime during the school day or during office hours.
Social Studies Department
Springfield High School · Delco
🕗 Available: Before school & after school by appointment
Monday: 3:00–3:45 PM
Wednesday: 7:30–8:00 AM
Friday: 3:00–3:45 PM
Room assignments posted weekly on the classroom door.