Waukegan High School Bulldogs
WHAP class 2014-2015!
Last year "we almost died" and it allowed us to thrive. This year I believe there are great things in store for us! Seriously, we will do awesome...stop shaking your head.
YOU BE QUIET ADMIRAL ACKBAR!!
AP World History or WHAP is indeed a difficult course but through the collaboration of all, we will come out better people. I can tell you that I have learned just as much from my AP classes as they have from my guidance in this course.
Some take WHAP to get a 5 out of 5 on the AP Test and earn college credit in high school, others take it to challenge themselves and build up their high school resume and experience "college level classes" and even fewer delve into this behemoth simply because they like history. Whatever your reason, it is important to remember that by working together, we can be successful.
Speaking of SUCCESS. There are some things of which you should be aware...
1. To the right of this page you will find some basic information about me. I am available for help after school everyday but Tuesday (STUDENT COUNCIL MEETINGS...you should JOIN...really JOIN)
My free periods are 1st, 5th and 6th but it's best if you need help to let me know what time works best for you so we can agree when to meet. My phone number is there but I prefer you email...don't want to anger Mrs. Mers. She says I work too much as it is.
2. Above you will notice that there are tabs linking to other pages or websites. You may use only two or you may use them all but I will explain what each one is in due time.
3. One of the tabs IS IMPORTANT to start the year. The tab titled "Surviving APWH" is a nice guide to help you navigate this course and what you may expect week to week. We do move very fast so it is important that you establish a routine early.
4. Another tab also contains the course syllabus. In the issue of protecting our environment (you'll notice I waste enough paper as it is) I will not print you each a copy of it. The first day of class your homework will be to read and become familiar with it and to return with any questions.
5. Other than that, bring an open mind to class and prepare to learn in a rigorous but engaging academic conversation. My rules are simple... Be respectful. Listen to understand. Include yourself. Stay focused. Set aside judgment. Do that and will experience BLISS in the classroom.
To get you started on a little bit of what this class is about...click the link below that says "course overview."
Course Overview
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