School of American Studies

"Preparing today's students for tomorrow's challenges by providing insights into America's rich history."
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What goes on in American Studies?
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Students examine history through the use of primary sources.  They analyze historical documents, letters, journals, photographs, speeches and other first hand accounts of history.
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Students at the School of American Studies partake in critical thinking activities individually and in small groups.
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Our students visit historical landmarks and museums.
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Through the team teaching concept, History and English classes will be closely linked.  An example of such a class might involve the history class investigating a historical mystery.  The language arts portion of the activity could be to report on the progress of the investigation or to write a persuasive essay detailing the student's theory.
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The School of American Studies provides our students with an exciting first account of history and a balanced curriculum.  All students have their choice of exciting electives and meet all standards set by the Ohio State Board of Education. 
 
 
Is American Studies Right For You?
 
Would you enjoy:
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being challenged at the highest level?
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the reward of meeting that challenge?
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high student and teacher expectations?
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achieving those expectations?
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visiting your country’s historic landmarks such as: Boston , Charleston , Colonial Williamsburg, Gettysburg , Philadelphia , or Washington D.C. ?
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research using the latest computer programs and materials?

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learning in an interactive classroom?
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learning through local museums, libraries, and other local institutions?
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working collaboratively with other students, teachers and local leaders?

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understanding the material that you are studying and why you are studying it?

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developing reports and projects that build learning and increase skills?
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developing skills that are applicable to the real world?

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sharing decision making with teachers?

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taking your education to the next level?
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participating in your community’s development?