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Mr. Johnson�s Class Website
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Use the interactive map to find historic and cultural American landmarks. |
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Mr. Johnson’s Class Website
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Students often ask “what can I do to improve in class? This site will help you develop the S.S. skills you need to succeed in life. |
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How worldly are you? Prepare for the annual NatGeo Bee with the “National Geographic” GeoBee Challenge. |
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A guide to interactive, history-based games on the Web. |
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The most recent data on Earthquakes worldwide: maps, time, date and magnitude. It even has a “ShakeMap!” Feel the Earth rumble? Report it here! |
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Amazing weather facts about our home state, arranged by month. Presented by the CT Department of Environmental Protection. |
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Social Studies Links |
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An excellent online map quiz for many different world and U.S. regions. You’ll be taking some of these quizzes in class! |
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Social Studies Links |
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Go ahead. Type it in, anything you want. This math/word engine will find word related information on just about anything! |
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“Speak Little, Do Much.” - Benjamin Franklin |
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Class Projects and Assignments... |
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Why do once great civilizations cease to exist? Take a look at some of history’s greatest civilizations and learn why they collapsed. |
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Interactive modules developed for students on how the United States Congress works, and your role in the process. |
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Archaeological evidence could be all around us. The Archeologists at MVAC explore the upper Mississippi River for clues into our distant past. |
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Geography: Quizzes, Games, Research... |
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There are dozens of map quizzes here to sharpen your worldly skills. |
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Learn U.S. and World geography! Learn continents, countries, states, capitals, borders, physical features and cultural monuments. |
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Geographic, Political, Social and Economic data about the countries and territories of the world, brought to you by the Central Intelligence Agency. |
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Mr. Nussbaum has developed several maps and games to help you master your geography skills. |
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A great online app for learning geography and just exploring the world. Can also be downloaded to PC or Mac. |
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This site is a lot of fun...it provides 3D panoramic views and guides of breathtaking locations from around the globe. Developed by private photographers. |
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Are you prepared for next natural disaster? Ready.gov presents important tips and strategies for surviving nature when it strikes. |
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Environmental... |
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A network of drop-off locations for recycling plastic bags and other hard to recycle items. Look up the location closest to your home! |
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Recycling statistics and facts, and a guide to the different types of plastics, metals and glass. From CNN.com, October 6, 2009. |
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History & Social Studies: Quizzes, Games, Research... |
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A collection of fun matching quiz games to help students learn in various subject areas, but especially Social Studies. |
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An incredible collection of “This Day in History” and other chronological information compiled and sorted by category. Also contains trivia! |
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A variety of historical, geographic and entertainment based games at the History Channel Website. |
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Writing for Social Studies |
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Type your source into EasyBib and it will show you how to create a citation in the correct format (MLA style is free, other styles require a paid account). |
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Use this simple tool to determine “how much is that worth in today’s money?” A great tool when studying history (java required). |
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A database of 36,000 Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade voyages from 1514-1866. Slaves, ship names, captains, owners and locations included. |
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Located at the Main Branch of the Bridgeport Public Library, the B.H.C. is a vital source of local history, told through the eyes of our neighbors. |
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This simple website allows users to draw label maps and satellite images throughout the world. |
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Valuable info, links and resources on maps and map-making. |
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A thorough and easy to follow history of many Indian Tribes, Nations & Cultures in North America. Perfect for middle school researchers. |
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This classic game is back for the 21st Century! Can you locate and arrest the infamous Carmen Sandiego based on clues from around the world? |
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A comprehensive guide to climate and temperature all across the world. You may search for a location or browse by country. |
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A 7th Grade novel that brings the reader back to the creation of the Jamestown Colony. Click here for a study guide. |
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The Online Writing Lab from Purdue University. Learn good writing, research skills and formats for citing your sources. VERY useful for historical writers. |
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The Constitution for the 8th Grade Working Together Club. The result of almost 30 years of PCM 8th Grade experience. Read it, learn it, use it! |
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Practice your grammar to improve your writing by taking these fun quizzes. |
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A citation generator for multiple styles. Simply enter your book’s ISBN number or a URL and the machine will show you the proper citation. |
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Your Elected Officials… |
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Federal |
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Official Symbols: National Motto: “In God We Trust” National Animal: Bald Eagle National Tree: Oak National Flower: Rose National Anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner
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President of the United States |
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Joseph R. Biden The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20500
Twitter: @POTUS Instagram: potus
Salutation: “Dear Mr. President:” |
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Vice President of the United States |
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Kamala D. Harris The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20500
Twitter: @VP Instagram: kamalaharris
Salutation:“Dear Ms. Vice President:” |
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United States Senate (CT) |
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Richard Blumenthal 702 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-0703
(202) 224-2823 Senator Blumenthal Contact Page
Salutation:“Dear Senator Blumenthal:” |
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United States Senate (CT) |
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Christopher Murphy SD-B40A Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510
(202) 224-4041
Salutation:“Dear Senator Murphy:” |
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United States House of Representatives (CT 4th District) |
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Jim Himes 119 Cannon House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515
(202) 225-4476 Representative Himes Contact Page
Salutation:“Dear Representative Himes:” |
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State |
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Official Symbols: Nickname: The Constitution State State Motto: “Qui Transtulit Sustinet” State Tree: Charter Oak State Bird: American Robin State Animal: Sperm Whale State Flower: Mountain Laurel State Insect: European Mantis State Ship: USS Nautilus State Fish: American Shad State Shellfish: Eastern Oyster State Heroine: Prudence Crandall State Hero: Nathan Hale State Song: Yankee Doodle
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Local |
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Nickname: The Park City City Motto: “Industria Crescimus”
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Governor of the State of Connecticut |
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Ned Lamont Office of the Governor, Room 202 State Capitol 210 Capitol Ave. Hartford, CT 06106
(800) 406-1527 https://portal.ct.gov/governor Salutation: “Dear Governor Lamont:” |
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-Lieutenant Governor: Susan Bysiewicz -Secretary of the State: Denise Merrill -Attorney General: William Tong -Treasurer: Shawn Wooden -Comptroller: Kevin Lembo comptroller.lembo@po.state.ct.us Salutation:“Dear (Office) (Last Name):” |
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Connecticut General Assembly |
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22nd Senate Distrct Marilyn Moore Legislative Office Building, Room 2000 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 (800) 842-1420 Website & Contact Page
23rd Senate District Dennis Bradley Legislative Office Building, Room 3500 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 (800) 842-1420 Website & Contact Page
Salutation:“Dear Senator (Last Name):” |
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124th Assembly District Andre Baker Legislative Office Building, Room 5008 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 (800) 842-8267 Website
126th Assembly District Charlie L. Stallworth Legislative Office Building, Room 4050 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 (800) 842-8267 Website
127th Assembly District Jack Hennessy Legislative Office Building, Room 5002 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 (800) 842-8267 Website
128th Assembly District Christopher Rosario Legislative Office Building, Room 5006 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 (800) 842-8267 Website christopher.rosario@cga.ct.gov
129th Assembly District Steven Stafstrom Legislative Office Building, Room 4000 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 (800) 842-8267 Website
130th Assembly District Antonio Felipe Legislative Office Building, Room 3802 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 (800) 842-8267 Website
Salutation:“Dear Representative (Last Name):” |
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Provided by the Connecticut General Assembly. Enter your street address and learn what Federal and State districts you live in, and who represents YOU. |
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Citizenship... |
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A national organization originally formed to help women win the right to vote. Today they work hard to register people to vote and make their voices heard. |
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The Constitution calls for the people of the United States to be counted every ten years. See what statistics the census bureau gathers. For some quick facts, click here instead! |
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If you’re on one of the school Chromebooks, or simply can’t download Google Earth, this 3rd party website will let you use it online. |
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Mayor of the City of Bridgeport |
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Joseph P. Ganim Office of the Mayor Morton Government Center 999 Broad St. Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 576-7201 http://www.bridgeportct.gov/mayor Salutation: “Dear Mayor Ganim:” |
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Bridgeport residents: use this map of the city to discover your City Council District and your polling place on election day. |
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Bridgeport City Council |
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130th District Scott Burns (D) Matthew McCarthy (D) Scott.Burns@bridgeportct.gov Matthew.McCarthy@bridgeportct.gov
131st District Denese Taylor-Moye (D) Jorge Cruz Sr. (D) denese.taylor-moye@bridgeportct.gov Jorge.Cruz@bridgeportct.gov
132nd District Marcus Brown (D) M. Evette Brantley (D) Marcus.Brown@bridgeportct.gov Mary.Brantley@bridgeportct.gov
133rd District Jeanette Herron (D) Michael DeFilippo (D) jeanette.herron@bridgeportct.gov Michael.DeFilippo@bridgeportct.gov
134th District Michelle Lyons (D) Amy Marie Vizzo-Paniccia (D) michelle.lyons@bridgeportct.gov amymarie.vizzo- paniccia@bridgeportct.gov
135th District Mary McBride-Lee (D) Rosalina Roman-Christy (D) mary.mcbride-lee@bridgeportct.gov Rosalina.Roman
136th District Alfredo Castillo Avelino Silva (D) alfredo.castillo@bridgeportct.gov avelino.silva@bridgeportct.gov
137th District Maria Valle (D) Aidee Nieves Maria.Valle@bridgeportct.gov aidee.nieves@bridgeportct.gov
138th District Maria Pereira (D) Samia Suliman mpereira0667@yahoo.com Samia.Suliman@bridgeportct.gov
139th District Ernest Newton II (D) Eneida Martinez Ernest.Newton@bridgeportct.gov eneida.martinez@bridgeportct.gov
Salutation:“Dear (Mr. or Ms.) (Last Name):” |
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-City Clerk: Lydia Martinez (D) (203) 576-7081 -Town Clerk: Charles Clemons (D) charles.clemonsjr@bridgeportct.gov
-Registrar of Voters: Patricia Howard (D) patricia.howard@bridgeportct.gov Linda Grace (R) Registrar’s Webpage (203) 576-7281
-Probate Judge: Paul Ganim (D) Attorney Paul Ganim Contact Page
-City Sheriff: Stephen Nelson Wesley Matthews Wilfred Murphy Michael Garrett Michael Moretti Joe McLaine |
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Bridgeport Board of Education |
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Bobbi Brown, Vice-Chair Jessica Martinez bbrown@bridgeportedu.net jmartinez@bridgeportedu.net
Joseph Lombard, Secretary Sybil Allen jlombard@bridgeportedu.net sallen@bridgeportedu.net
Joseph Sokolovic Chris Taylor jsokolovic@bridgeportedu.net ctaylor1@bridgeportedu.net
John Weldon, Chair Sosimo Fabian jweldon@bridgeportedu.net sfabian@bridgeportedu.net
Albert Benejan
Salutation:“Dear (Mr. or Ms.) (Last Name):” |
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A collection of primary source material helping ourselves and future generations understand what happened on that life-changing day. |
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From CNN.com. Following the 9/11 attacks CNN created this database for people to locate their loved ones. It has since become a respectful memorial to those who perished. |
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From historic newspapers to film, books to magazines, if you ever need sources for a paper or project, iConn searches ALL CT libraries and beyond. |
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From Tyler Junior college. A brief, easy to follow guide to creating an excellent argument on paper. |
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Unbiased reporting on American politics, including news, poll results and political cartoons. |
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A database of local Connecticut newspapers, searchable and designed for research! |
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From the Library of Congress...historic American newspapers dating back to the 1690s. |
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How does government work? Politics? Diplomacy? Warfare? This is the greatest compilation of simulation games this history teacher has ever seen! Enjoy! |
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From the Heritage Foundation...the entire U.S. Constitution, organized, searchable, and clearly explained for modern use. Read it! |
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In 1704 a group of various Indians and soldiers from New France raided the English frontier town of Deerfield, MA. This explains a lot about life and rivalry in colonial America. |
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Pronounced Oh-Yay. THE resource for Supreme Court decisions...yes, ALL of them! If you’re doing legal and Constitutional research, this site is a must visit. |
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A project of the CTHumanites, the premier place to learn more about the towns and the state we call home. |
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“Our mission is to honor publicly the achievements of Connecticut women, preserve their stories, educate the public and inspire the continued achievements of women and girls.” |
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A written Constitution is the clearest sign of the sovereignty of a free people. The Constitute Project has created a library of the Constitutions of peoples and governments across the world. |
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The largest library in the world, with over 160 million media in its collections. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress, the American people, and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. |
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Free, online homework help for students from tutors in several different fields. A sure resource to enrich your learning. |
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Official archives of the State of Connecticut, hosted by the UConn Library and the Connecticut State Library. It documents, preserves and shares Connecticut’s amazing history. |
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So much of our class surrounds the fun history of New York City! Thank you to History SuperFan Evie for finding this link on famous New York City Landmarks by Liberty Cruises. |
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Media Literacy |
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Want to find out if a story, claim or image is true? VerifyThis fact checks stories so readers can make better decisions. You can even submit a story for them to verify! |
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AllSides tracks media sources to determine bias: left, right or center. When a news event happens they share articles from all sides so the reader can make a better decision. |
