On this day in 1957 racial desegregation took centre stage when federal troops were dispatched to Little Rock, Arkansas, to maintain order and enforce the right of black students to attend the local public high school.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-24
The first episode of Friends aired on NBC, and the show became one of the most popular sitcoms in the United States.
Taken from:https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-22
Showed this clip of Joey writing a recommendation letter, and he reminds us not to use all big words. The essay becomes confusing, and unable to understand!
Don't Ask, Don't Tell—a U.S. military policy that theoretically lifted a ban on homosexuals in the armed forces, provided that individuals kept their sexuality private—officially ended.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-20
In Detroit, high school students are volunteering to serve as pallbearers at the funerals of homeless veterans who have no family to honor them.
This initiative, called the Pallbearer Ministry, began in 2015 when a group of six seniors from the University of Detroit Jesuit High School decided to step in and offer a dignified farewell to veterans who passed away alone.
Since then, the program has grown, and over 50 students have been trained to assist at these services. Each student learns about the life and military service of the veteran before the funeral, which helps them connect more deeply with the person they are honoring.
By participating, the students provide a final act of respect for those who served the country but had no family to carry their casket. The experience is not only a way to show respect to the deceased but also offers the students valuable lessons in empathy, dignity, and community service.
The program has become an important reminder that every life has worth, and that even those who may have been forgotten by society deserve to be treated with dignity in their final moments. Through their involvement, the students are learning to reflect on the significance of service and the impact they can make on others, particularly those who are marginalized.
This small act of kindness highlights the value of community and the importance of standing together to support those in need.
George Washington warned against political parties and foreign alliances.
September 19, 1796
George Washington's Farewell Address published
In his Farewell Address, printed in a Philadelphia newspaper on this day in 1796, George Washington, the first U.S. president, implored his country to maintain neutrality and avoid entangling alliances with Europe.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-19
American Harriet Tubman escaped from the Southern plantation where she was enslaved and later led other enslaved people to freedom in the North along the route of the Underground Railroad.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-17
What will you remember about High School? Participating in traditions and spirit days! I hope you will participate in the Spirit Days and go to Homecoming! This the stuff you will remember!
U.S. General Winfield Scott's advance on Mexico City was marked by an unbroken series of victories that culminated this day in 1847, when he entered Mexico City and ended the military phase of the Mexican-American War.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-14
If you are serious about passing the APUSH Exam on May 8, 2026 LEARN and MEMORIZE the APUSH Writing Rubrics. This week we watched Heimler's video about the Document Based Question. He breaks it down so well! If you have not taken notes over the video you can watch it here, and you will turn it in on Friday the 19th.
The DBQ is out of 7 points. If you want to pass shoot for a 4/7. If you want to make a 4 or 5 make a 6 or 7 on the DBQ. If you are overwhelmed that is ok! We will be practicing these skills all year.
It will feel like you are writing like this - fast and furious. But College Board knows you have an hour to write. So they are expecting a rough draft!
King Philip III of Spain (Philip II of Portugal), crowned on this day in 1598, was virtuous in his private affairs but indifferent as a ruler and extravagant in his spending, exacerbating Spain's growing economic problems.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-13
In Montignac, France, four teenage boys found the Lascaux cave, which contains one of the most outstanding displays of prehistoric art ever discovered.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-12
24 years ago the unthinkable happened on 9/11/2001. America was attacked by the Taliban and Osma Bin Lade. The Twin Towers in NYC, the Pentagon in D.C., and they wanted to attack the White House, but the passengers of that plane took control and crashed the plane.
There is SO MUCH to know about 9/11, but for AP US History you need to know 9/11 started the War on Terror, and so much changed in America. Congress passed the Patriot Act allowing much to happen in America! Here is a documentary made about the Patriot Act called Foreweigh 9/11
Below is the trailer for a moment that was America's first response to 9/11.
Jon Stewart a famous comedian used his position to help the first responders of 9/11 18 years later. He testified infront of Congress about their needs. We do not have time in class to watch it - so please watch here!
He had a response on Stephen Colbert. So funny, and he has the best argument:
Having survived capture by Indians (reputedly through the efforts of Pocahontas, a chief's daughter), John Smith became president of Jamestown colony, the first permanent English settlement in North America, this day in 1608.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-10
About a week after her death in a car accident, a funeral was held for Princess Diana, and an estimated 2.5 billion watched the televised ceremony, which included a performance by Elton John.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-6
The Reign of Terror began as harsh measures were undertaken against those suspected of being enemies of the French Revolution (nobles, priests, and hoarders); in Paris a wave of executions followed.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-5
