Jayson Estassi
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What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2022
In CP U. S. History, assessments (Quizzes, Unit Exams, Formal Writing, Research Tasks) are worth 70% of your grade, assignments are worth 20%, and participation is worth 10%. As long as you stay engaged during class and complete all of the class notes, you should do well on the tests. The unit tests typically consist of thematic questions, and the questions are usually interpretive or global (never factual). It is important to know that all tests are open note, and he usually wants students to use past resources as evidence when making arguments, so if you complete all of the class assignments on time, and make detailed responses, the tests should be relatively easy. As far as homework goes, homework assignments are few and far between, and typically just consist of finishing the classwork. The pace of the class is pretty slow, but he usually has a full layout for each day, so there is rarely dead time. As long as you pay attention during class, complete the classwork, and participate in class discussions, an A is pretty easy to achieve in CP US History.
Class of 2020
Take lots of notes in this History class because it will help you in the study guide for the test! Also go to him during flex time because he explains things better if you don't understand the material.
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Class of 2022
Mr. Estassi is a really fun history teacher. For the first semester of online school (2020), he's played a song from his music library every day, and is really accessible and friendly! Also, hard work doesn't go unnoticed in his class, and there are lots of incentives (beside a good grade) to work hard in his class. Although there are a lot of controversial topics discussed in CP U. S. History, as long as you stay respectful and cognizant of your fellow classmates, it should be a pretty fun experience. The major difference between CP U. S. History and AP U. S. History is the amount of note taking. The amount of note taking in CP U. S. History is relatively minimal, and is always done DURING class, whereas in AP U. S. History, most notes are taken outside of class, and can take up to about 6-7 hours per week to complete. Also, while CQC chunks and content-based essays are inherent to APUSH, it is rare to have an essay, or even a CQC chunk in CPUSH. If you are passionate about history, want to major in a history related study in college, or want to challenge yourself, I'd highly recommend taking APUSH, but if you want a homework free class with engaging discussions and presentations, and are not too passionate about history, then take CPUSH.
Class of 2020
Mr. Estassi is the best History teacher ever! He explains everything very thoroughly and he also tells you everything you need to know at the beginning of the year/ semester.