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Something to Think About "I teach kings the history of their ancestors so that the lives of the ancients might serve them as an example, for the world is old, but the future springs from the past." -Djeli Mamoudou Kouyate, African griot, 1950's
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Faculty List:
Links Section
Members:
Mr. Stephen Finnegan
Mrs. Ann Kennedy
Mr. Jonathan Meagher
Mrs.Patricia Peters
Mrs. Wendy Yakstis
Department Head:
Mrs. Ann Weeks
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Social Studies Department Mission Statement
The members of the Social Studies Department envision a community of historically educated students who understand that knowledge of history is a foundation of American democracy and world citizenship. We believe that the components of this intelligence are: (1) the ability to acquire the skills and judgment necessary to promote independent thinking;(2) the ability to evaluate relevant past historical events and their impact and legacy upon today's society in America; (3) the understanding of history, with which students can conduct their own lives thoughtfully, knowlegeably, and with the consideration for others that marks responsible citizens.
Grade 7--Social Studies: Grade 7 students study the ancient world with a strong emphasis on Geography.
Grade 8--Social Studies: Grade 8 students study American History, Part I. This course spans the Age of Exploration through the Civil War.
Grade 9--World History: Students in Grade 9 study the Middle Ages through the Age of Exploration.
Grade 10-Modern World History: Grade 10 students study 19th and early 20th century European history during the first semester. During the second semester, students participate in the Universlty of Michigan's Interactive Communication Simulation focusing on the Arab-Israeli Conflict.
AP U. S. History: Grade 10 students begin the Advanced Placement curriculum in American History in the first year of a two year course. This course spans early American civilizations through the Civil War era. Emphasis is placed on the use of primary source documents.
Government: Grade 10 students complete a one semester course that focuses on the origin of American democratic principles, the principles of the U. S. Constitution, the structure of American government and the Bill of Rights.
Grade 11-U. S. History: Grade 11 students complete the survey of American History. Students study the period beginning with the Age of Exploration through the contemporary era.
AP U. S. History: Students complete the AP American History curriculum, spanning the Reconstruction Era through the 1970's. AP students take the AP Exam in May.
Grade 12-Psychology: Seniors study human psychological growth and development.
AP Government: This is a highly competitive Advanced Placemente class. Students will study and discuss the following topics:
1. The Constitutional Framework of the US Government
2 Political Beliefs & Behaviors
3. Political Parties, Interest Groups, Mass Media
4. Political Policy
5. Civil Rights & Civil Liberties
Students will be responsible for indepedent reading and will be expected to actively participate in class discussions.
ONE by Cheryl Sawyer
We are
One color
One class
One generation
One gender
One faith
One language
One body
One family
One soul
One people
We are the Power of One
We are united
The Holy Name Social Studies Department is a member of the National Council of Social Studies. Teachers in the department incoporate the the NCSS strands in their teaching of Social Studies classes. The following strands are incorporated on a regular basis.
All students entering 7th & 8th Grade Social Studies classes will choose a book from the list below. It is recommended that students take notes as they read. Describe main characters, plot, theme, what you learned about history from this book. Teachers will test students on September 11, 2008.
Grade 7
Red Scarf Girl, Ji-li Jiang
Grade 8
The Light in the Forest, Conrad Richter
OR
Lyddie, Katherine Paterson
This year students are asked to choose a book from the following list. A description of each book can be found on the Summer Reading Page--above left. It is recommended that students take notes as they read to prepare for a discussion on the following: theme/mainpoint,historical impact. Students will write one paper due on September 11, 2008.
1) Write a 1-2 page paper in which you discuss the message or theme of the book. Choose THREE scenes from the book that reveal the message or theme of the book. Discuss those scenes in relation to the theme.
Brother Cadfael: One Corpse Too Many, Ellis Peters
Chinese Cinderella, Adeline Yen Mah
Killer Angels, Jeff Shaara
Snow Falling on Cedars, David Guterson
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, Lisa See
The Girl With The Pearl Earring, Tracy Chevalier
The Kite Runner, Khaled Hosseini
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Holy Name has lost a great friend and a great teacher this weekend. On May 9 Mr. Don Ferrari left this world after suffering a long battle with cancer. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Lorraine and his family at this difficult time. We will miss his infectious smile, sports talk, and his great sense of humor.
God Bless, Don!
Congratulations to Mock Trial
HN Mock Trial Team history: 2001: District Champions, State Quarter-Finalists
2002: District Champions, State Finalist Undefeated 2003 HN Mock Trial Team: ATTORNEYS: Caitlyn Hassett 04, April Miller 03, Thomas Millett 06, Jamie Spears 04, Elisa Ventriglia 04, Jeremy Weldon 04
WITNESSES: Alyisha Foley 04, Katie Halloran 04, Addie Kemp 05, John Meagher 05, Robert Oftring 04, Jason Pietrewicz 04, Matthew Tozer 04, Liz Wilson 05
Hats off to the Mock Trial team, State Finalists. This year's Mock Trial team was outstanding. Their dedication and expertise are exceptional. Congratulations to team members, and moderator Mr. Jonathan Meagher.The HN Mock Trial Team participates in the Mass. Bar Association's mock trial program. Each year, students across the state are provided by a Bar Association committee with a different fictitious legal case. The students then spend several months preparing to argue either of the two sides of the case before mock trial judges in competitions against other high school teams. In these competitions, students play the roles of attorneys and witnesses in the trial, and their performances are scored by the judge. These exceptionally realistic competitions often take place in real courtrooms and provide students with a unique, hands-on learning experience.The Mock Trial team is coached by Mr. Jonathan Meagher.
