We are studying westward expansion and industrialization. People went west to escape the cities then moved to the cities from European countries. Important information for this unit:
1. Homestead Act
2. Railroad Act
3. How did railroads aid in expansion of the U.S.
4. What is a monopoly and what is a trust?
5. What is vertical and horizontal integration?
About Me
- Nancy Cooper
- I was born in Edinburg, Texas (down in the valley) and have lived all over the state. I have been married to Jim Cooper for 22 years and we have 4 children - Heather, Ben, Kristen, and Emily. I also have 1 grandson named Jackson who will be two on 9/28.I also love animals, we have several pets - chickens, pygie goats, a tea cup chiuaua,a chinchilla and a cow named Christmas. Jim was in the Air Force for 20 years. During that time we lived in New Mexico, the Azores, Louisiana, Alaska, and Texas. This is my 5th year to teach Social Studies at Veribest. I love teaching here. I think it is really great to have the same students from year to year. We get to know each other really well. I work with a great group of kids and teachers. I love my job and look forward to coming to work everyday!
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