American politician Theodore Roosevelt, who was then the Republican vice presidential candidate, gave the first public speech in which he said, “Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.” The Big Stick policy later became a central feature of his presidency.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-2
The lethal combination of German blitzkrieg tactics, French and British inactivity, and Soviet perfidy doomed Poland to swift defeat after Adolf Hitler invaded the country this day in 1939 and sparked World War II.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/September-1
An 11-day standoff in Ruby Ridge, Idaho, between government officials and an armed family headed by self-proclaimed white separatist Randy Weaver ended with his surrender; three people—Weaver's wife, Vicki, his 14-year-old son, Sammy, and U.S. Marshal William Degan—had been killed during the siege.
Timothy McVeigh, OKC Bomber, was inspired by this moment.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-31
GREAT Resource for APUSH and Reviewing! I had a student make a 5 on the APUSH Exam and she said what made the difference was this!!! You have to make an account, but it is FREE and completely worth it!
Once you get in they have flash cards for important terms, practice questions, timelines, and mock exams. At this point if you spend 10 minutes reviewing a night you are golden! If you wait till the week before you will have to give hours! Who has time for that?
During the Creek War, some 250 frontiersmen were killed by the Red Sticks, a Native American faction, in what became known as the Fort Mims Massacre, and in retaliation a militia led by General Andrew Jackson later destroyed two Indian villages.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-30
On this day in 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck the U.S. Gulf Coast and devastated the area, especially New Orleans, which experienced catastrophic flooding after its levees were breached the following day.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-29
This week in class we watched a TED Talk - Confronting Hard History. I LOVE ted Talks, and especially this one. The speaker argues we MUST confront hard history or we are doomed to repeat it. Or even continue it! He also argues that we hate history, and we avoid it or ignore it when it gets hard or sad.
My job as your APUSH teacher is not to offend you, or upset you! My job is to present what happened, and not sugar coat it, or gloss over it. Also College Board knows your phone will tell you everything. They want you to be able to have an opinion, and put values on people and events. Is it good or bad? Was it effective or not?
There are some moments in American History that rips my heart out, and then throw it to the ground and step on it! I know as a historian "why" these things happened, but as a human it is hard to wrap my brain around. How could you treat another human like that?!
Saddest thing is they have body casts that were preserved from the lava. This is what they looked like when the lava hit them.
August 24, 79 C.E.
Eruption of Mount Vesuvius
Italy's Mount Vesuvius is traditionally believed to have erupted on this day in 79 ce, destroying the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and the excavations of these sites in the mid-18th century precipitated the modern science of archaeology.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-24
On this day in London, William Wallace was executed for treason, condemned for leading Scottish resistance forces during the first years of the long and ultimately successful struggle to free Scotland from English rule.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-23
They made a movie about William Wallace, called Braveheart! Made me fall in love with William Wallace!
I BLEED Black and Orange!!! Last year they made a video about Booker T. It is truly AMAZING!!! If you have never seen this please watch! It does not disappoint! And I am it!
On this day in 1911 Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre by three Italian handymen; it was not recovered until 1913, and the media sensation helped make it one of the world's most famous paintings.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-21
It is my 21st year at the Hive! I bleed black and orange!!!! I started working at the Hive in 2005. Feels like yesterday, but was so long ago! Here are some of the reasons I love Booker T:
1. The Pride and the Tradition
Mr. Hornet 2024 and I
Miss Hornet 2024 and I
This is Miss Hornet and Mr. Hornet and I from last year. They were both in my class, and I ADORE them! Mr. Hornet even gave me a shout out at the Coronation. I LOVE the traditions of Booker T! I am so glad teachers cannot vote in Mr. and Miss Hornet. I usually know all the candidates, and love them all!
Two years ago my fifth hour won door decorating contest! We were so happy!
I love Homecoming and Spirit Weeks, and dressing up! My wardrobe is all black and orange! This Homecoming 2013! I love that students participate and go all out! That really impressed me as a teacher!
2. Being a Class Sponsor - Class of 2010
The 2010 Nominees for Mr. and Miss Hornet Fall 2009
My 2nd year I became the Class Sponsor of 2010. Being involved with Booker T is good for students and teachers! Royce Anderson was Mr. Hornet, and TPS made a video about him. Listen to his advice to future Hornets! I completely agree! Be involved - it deepens your love for Booker T!
Being the Class Sponsor of the Class of 2010 was the best decision ever! I got to know them, and 11 years later we had a mini reunion, and the love was still there! They will always have my heart! This year we have organized a 15 year Reunion!
3. I took students to Europe 3 Times
Paris 2007
Paris 2007
Rome 2008
I have done 3 trips to Europe with Booker T. students! I am such an advocate for traveling! See the world - the world is so much bigger than Tulsa, OK!!! It was pure joy showing them the world!
4. Supporting Students
Booker T students are rock stars! I ADORE you! I would move mountains for you! Love watching you guys grow and learn! I truly enjoy coming to school every day! I have the best JOB on the planet!!
Class of 2024 - I will miss these two so much!!!! They were in my APUSH class when they were sophomores.
Class of 2024 - I will miss seeing him in the halls saying hello!
Class of 2015 - These two have my heart!
2023 - Cheering on my APUSH Students before the Exam started.
This amazing girl was in my Advisory for 4 years! So happy for her!
This was the NSU Graduation - Spring 2023. I adore this girl to the moon and back! So when she invited me to her college graduation - of course I said yes! Her future is SO BRIGHT!!!
On this day in 1920, the Nineteenth Amendment was ratified after Tennessee—by just one vote—became the 36th state to approve it, capping the 72-year fight to win women the right to vote in the United States.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-18
At the Olympics in Beijing, American swimmer Michael Phelps helped his team win the 4 × 100-metre medley relay, becoming the first athlete to win eight medals at a single Games.
Taken from: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-17
If you go to Booker T - you MUST know who Wayman Tisdale is! He went to Booker T, in the 1980s, and became an NBA player and successful musician. He is so FAMOUS that ESPN made a documentary about his life! It is AMAZING - you need to watch!
I believe the BEST part is the life lessons you can get from watching this! Wayman Tisdale was a HORNET and sn INSPIRATIONAL person! He died from Cancer in 2009. As someone living with MS - if I have a bad day I LOVE to watch because he is always positive and smiling! He also reminds us to follow our passions and believe in ourselves!
If you are a HORNET, and do not know who Wayman Tisdale is - WATCH this!
