⁣Lesson Plan: The First Day at Annapolis: A Glimpse into the Journey of New Navy Plebes

⁣Lesson Plan: The First Day at Annapolis: A Glimpse into the Journey of New Navy Plebes

Grade Level: 9-12

Subject: Social Studies, History, Military Science

Duration: 60 minutes

Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rigorous training and challenges faced by new Navy plebes on their first day at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis
- Explore the historical context and traditions associated with the Naval Academy's plebe summer
- Analyze the physical, mental, and emotional demands placed on plebes during their initial training
- Examine the purpose and significance of the plebe system in developing future Navy officers
- Reflect on the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance in military training

Common Core Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.3: Analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.1: Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.9-10.7: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.11-12.2.B: Develop the topic thoroughly by selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience's knowledge of the topic.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.9-10.4: Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically.

Materials:
- Excerpt or article about the first day experience of Navy plebes at Annapolis (print or digital copies)
- Computers or tablets with internet access (optional)
- Writing materials: paper, pens, or pencils
- Images or videos showcasing plebe training at Annapolis (optional)

Procedure:
1. Warm-up (5 minutes):
- Display the title: "What New Navy Plebes Go Through on Their First Day at Annapolis."
- Ask students if they have any prior knowledge or assumptions about the training and experiences of Navy plebes at Annapolis.
- Facilitate a brief discussion to gather their thoughts and expectations.

2. Introduction (10 minutes):
- Introduce the concept of the United States Naval Academy and its role in training future Navy officers.
- Show images or videos showcasing plebe training at Annapolis if available, or provide a brief overview of the plebe system.
- Ask students to share their initial impressions and observations.

3. Reading or Viewing Activity (15 minutes):
- Distribute the excerpt or article about the first day experience of Navy plebes at Annapolis.
- Instruct students to read the text or watch a video related to plebe training individually and highlight or underline important details about their experiences.

4. Group Discussion (15 minutes):
- Divide students into small groups and provide them with discussion questions:
a. What challenges do new Navy plebes face on their first day at Annapolis?
b. How do physical, mental, and emotional demands impact plebes during their initial training?
c. What is the purpose and significance of the plebe system in developing future Navy officers?
d. Why do you think discipline, teamwork, and perseverance are important in military training?

5. Class Sharing (10 minutes):
- Allow each small group to share their findings and insights from the discussion questions.
- Facilitate a class discussion on the training experiences of Navy plebes and the qualities needed to succeed in such a demanding environment.

6. Reflection and Response (10 minutes):
- Have students individually reflect on the following prompt:
a. Based on what you have learned, what are your thoughts on the first day experience of Navy plebes at Annapolis? How do you think this training prepares them for their future roles as Navy officers?

7. Whole-class Discussion (10 minutes):
- Engage students in a whole-class discussion by sharing and discussing their reflections.
- Encourage students to express their opinions, respond to others, and consider the broader implications of military training.

Assessment:
- Participation in group discussions and whole-class discussions
- Completion and thoughtfulness of reflection prompt
- Ability to analyze and describe the challenges and significance of the first day experience for Navy plebes at Annapolis

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