How Would You Try to Bind the Nations Wounds?

Greetings Sword Scholars! The countdown is underway. You all have 12 days left to finish the requirements for sword. Are you pumped?

Some of you have REALLY kicked it up a notch, working tirelessly on completing papers, finishing reading, and writing your hero reports.

THANK YOU! Keep it up!

I will send you a separate email that tells you what items I am still missing. PLEASE make sure to email/call me if you think you have already done something or turned in a paper so we can make sure my records accurately reflect the work you have completed.

Thursday in class we discussed the death of President Lincoln. Lincoln was an extraordinary statesman, a selfless individual who worked tirelessly for what he believed was necessary for our country's success and longevity. He was a true hero. John Wilkes Booth was a misguided, zealous assassin. Ultimately he helped to secure a special place in the heart of the American public for President Lincoln's service and example.

We also read and discussed the 13th amendment (no slavery), 14th amendment (equal privileges and protection for ALL citizens under the law) and 15th amendment (voting rights for men of all races). The Reconstruction of the South hinged on these amendments, and General Schmieder will enlighten us on this tumultuous period during our next class.

Remember: Finish To Kill a Mockingbird, and write your paper on the topic of this post (binding the nations' wounds).

You are all doing amazing. PLEASE do not hesitate to contact me with questions. The sooner you contact me, the better, though, because you want MORE time to finish your assignments, not less.  :-)

Happy studying/working! And MERRY CHRISTMAS!