This class is designed to cover US history from western settlement to modern times.  Throughout this course, students will examine a variety of historical topics, events, places, and people.  The focus will be on exploring, discussing, and analyzing how our country and our society have grown, developed, and changed over time.  In addition to learning U.S. history, students will continue to improve important skills, including how to carefully analyze evidence, engage in critical thinking, and form well-grounded conclusions based on fact-supported research.