Washington State History

What should I teach?

Direction from Laws and Experts

Washington State WAC WAC 180-51-061 (High School Graduation Requirements):

The study of Washington state history and government is encouraged to include information on the culture, history, and government of the American Indian people who were the first inhabitants of the state.

For purposes of the Washington state history and government requirement only, the term "secondary school students" shall mean a student who is in one of the grades seven through twelve.

RCW 28A-230-170 (Study of Constitutions) The study of the Constitution of the United States and the

Constitution of the state of Washington shall be a condition prerequisite to graduation from the public and private high schools of this state.

Social Studies EALRS

5 Social Studies strands: Civics Economics Geography History Skills

Washington StateHistory EALR specific to WSH

History EALR:1. The student examines and understands major ideas, eras, themes,

developments, turning points, chronology, and cause-effect relationships in United States, world, and Washington State history. 1.2 Understand events, trends, individuals, and movements shaping

United States, world, and Washington State historyGrade 8 Benchmark: WA1.2.2 Identify and analyze the contributions of the following eras

in the development of Washington State: The emergence of Washington State (statehood-1930) The Great Depression and World War II (1930-1945) Post World War II domestic political, social, and economic issues

(1945-1980) Contemporary Washington (1980-present)

Washington StateGeography EALR specific to WSH

Geography EALR:2. The student understands the complex physical and

human characteristics of places and regions. 2.3 Identify the characteristics that define the Pacific

Northwest and the Pacific Rim as regions

Grade 8 Benchmark: 2.3.2 Examine the Pacific Northwest as part of the

Pacific Rim region and describe similarities and differences among Pacific Rim countries with regard to oceans, landforms, trade, and culture (Five Themes)

Washington StateCivics EALR specific to WSH

Civics EALR:2. The student analyzes the purposes and organization of

governments and laws. 2.1 Understand and explain the organization of federal, state, and

local government including the executive, legislative, and judicial branches at, and among, the three levels of government.

Grade 8 Benchmark: 2.1.2a Describe how the state and federal government derives its

power from the consent of the governed through voting, constituent meetings

2.1.2b Describe the structure of state and federal government including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; federal, state, and local levels; and political parties

Pivotal Events in Washington State History:David Nicandri (Washington State Historical Society)John Findlay (University of Washington)Paul Hirt (Washington State University

1. Decimation of Indian Populations by white-carried disease.2. Introduction of the horse to Northwest Indian Tribes in the early 1700’s.3. The Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804-18064. The Oregon Treaty of 1846.5. Governor Isaac Stevens’ treaties with Northwest Indian Tribes in 1854-

1855.6. The Great Depression of the 1930’s.7. The rise of industrial unions in the Northwest, including the Industrial

Workers of the World.8. World War II9. The Rise of Environmentalism.

I like to add the Completion of the Northern route of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1884.

(Seattle Times, 8/29/99)

Expectations:

Student meets graduation requirement when they earn a passing grade in 7th grade Washington State History (specific to trimester). The specific grade will not be reported on the transcript.

Curriculum Maps – draft as a guide. Develop common assessments in order to

collaborate about student achievement. Laying foundation of prior knowledge for future

social studies classes.