8th Grade - U.S. History

8^th grade U.S. History students are studying turn of the century America and comparing the difficulties that American’s faced during those turbulent times to difficulties we face in 2015. Students have been engaged in discussions about race and gender discrimination and how the U.S. government can strive for equality for all.  Students are continuing to evaluate the role the United States government plays in their everyday lives and discussing federal power vs. state power, and what are the true responsibilities of individuals vs. the government.