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jitrbug238

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Pawling, New York, United States
About the store
Hello, I have been teaching high school American History for 10 years in New York state. I have taught a variety different social studies classes but my true love is U.S. History. The classes I have taught include: 7th & 8th grade US History, 9th grade Global I, 10th grade Global II,11th Grade US History, 11th grade Advanced Placement US History and Model United Nations.
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Preview of US History Academic Achievement Award/Certificate

US History Academic Achievement Award/Certificate

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jitrbug238
Do you have an outstanding American History student? Do you want to show them that you recognize their talent? Well show them with this teacher created US History certificate. Honor your student with this fill in certificate so you can showcase their special talents in the humanities! This award is useful for student of the month, academic awards ceremony or honoring student work!
Preview of World History Academic Achievement Award/Certificate

World History Academic Achievement Award/Certificate

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jitrbug238
Do you have an outstanding World History student? Do you want to show them that you recognize their talent? Well show them with this teacher created World History certificate. Honor your student with this fill in certificate so you can showcase their special talents in the humanities! This award is useful for student of the month, academic awards ceremony or honoring student work!
Preview of Theodore Roosevelt Square Deal Powerpoint

Theodore Roosevelt Square Deal Powerpoint

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jitrbug238
If you love TR like I do, then you & your students will enjoy this multimedia PowerPoint about our nation's first modern president, Teddy Roosevelt. This PowerPoint discusses TR's Square Deal policies during the Progressive Era. I have placed markers on slides which denotes fun and informational video clips to watch in class. Thanks for shopping, enjoy!
Preview of US History & Government Regents Course Outline

US History & Government Regents Course Outline

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jitrbug238
This outline is a great reference tool for any US History teacher! It has the key points and information you need to prepare your students for US History! The outline contains many concepts & big ideas that students will see on the NYS Regents Exam, it is also a useful tool to help teachers stay on task for planning their lessons. Enjoy!
Preview of Immigration Forgotten Ellis Island

Immigration Forgotten Ellis Island

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jitrbug238
PBS's "Forgotten Ellis Island "is a haunting look into a forgotten aspect of Ellis Island and how immigrants struggled to make it to a better life. I have used this in my upper level AP and Regents US History courses. This activity engages students to actively watch the documentary by answering questions in a fill-in-the blank handout and they will then use the answers to write a reflection on how did the Ellis Island Hospital represent America’s conflicted beliefs about immigration? You can vie
Preview of Why Study History? AP/Regents US History

Why Study History? AP/Regents US History

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jitrbug238
This is a great introduction powerpoint that I use in both my regents and advanced placement classes. The powerful images are intriguing to students. Students look at these shocking images and start thinking about the bigger picture! This powerpoint includes a quick video image montage of famous photos about human history. The PPT is accompanied by a group activity worksheet, it can be used as an extension activity to the images in the powerpoint or it can be used alone with the attached image
Preview of US Government Academic Achievement Award/Certificate

US Government Academic Achievement Award/Certificate

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jitrbug238
Do you have an outstanding Government student? Do you want to show them that you recognize their talent? Well show them with this teacher created Government certificate. Honor your student with this fill in certificate so you can showcase their special talents in the humanities! This award is useful for student of the month, academic awards ceremony or honoring student work!
Preview of APUSH Era of Good Feelings PPT

APUSH Era of Good Feelings PPT

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jitrbug238
This Powerpoint details the time period after the War of 1812 otherwise know as the "Era of Good Feelings". It highlights the changes in American society from nationalism, politics, the economy, art & education, foreign policy & the rise of sectionalism. The PowerPoint notes correspond to Chapter 12 in the American Pageant and Chapter 8 of the AMSCO Review book (2010). Thanks for shopping!
Preview of Populism Notes, Slideshow & more

Populism Notes, Slideshow & more

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Seeking a concise yet comprehensive understanding of the Populist Movement? Your search ends with the "Populism Bundle" offered here. This bundle equips you with: A fully customizable Google Slideshow complete with embedded links, tailored for both you and your students' convenience.Accompanying guided notes designed to facilitate student comprehension, featuring pivotal questions and engaging skill-building exercises focused on mining the subject matter.Supplementary video links and additional
Preview of A.P. History Certificate

A.P. History Certificate

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jitrbug238
Do you have an outstanding APUSH student? Do you want to show them that you recognize their talent? Well show them with this teacher created A.P. History certificate. Honor your student with this fill in certificate so you can showcase their special talents in the humanities! This award is useful for student of the month, academic awards ceremony or honoring student work!
Preview of President Theodore Roosevelt Picture

President Theodore Roosevelt Picture

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A must for the Teddy Roosevelt enthusiast! This picture fits on 8.5 x 11 paper. It looks great printed out and laminated! Thanks for shopping!
Preview of APUSH Acronyms Poster

APUSH Acronyms Poster

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jitrbug238
This 13 x 19 poster was designed so students could become familiar with the different term & mnemonic devices used for the APUSH Exam. There were so many I decided to have fun with them & make an eye chart. You can print this out & laminate it for your classroom.Thanks for shopping!
Preview of APUSH new essay outline

APUSH new essay outline

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jitrbug238
This is a new essay outline created at a AP conference this summer to go along with the new essay (long & short) & DBQ for the 2015 APUSH test.
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About the store

Experience

Hello, I have been teaching high school American History for 10 years in New York state. I have taught a variety different social studies classes but my true love is U.S. History. The classes I have taught include: 7th & 8th grade US History, 9th grade Global I, 10th grade Global II,11th Grade US History, 11th grade Advanced Placement US History and Model United Nations.

Teaching style

I consider myself a dedicated & enthusiastic teacher. I find that the social sciences are vital to creating 21st century global citizens. My style of teaching mixes, current events, pop culture and humor to relate the core topics to my students.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Social Studies Department Chair (2012-present) 2001 Member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society 2001 Member of the Order of Omega Honor Society 2000 SUNY Oneonta "Best and Brightest" in the field of History and the Humanities Affiliated with: National Council for Social Studies New York State Chapter for National Council for Social Studies Theodore Roosevelt Association

My own education history

I hold Masters Degree in Instructional Technology from Western Connecticut State University and Bachelors Degree in Science in Secondary Education from the State University College at Oneonta.

Additional biographical information

Coffee, Theodore Roosevelt, Superman, Pop Culture Junkie!