Instructor: Keith Reilly

Keith Reilly
 Keith Reilly is an experienced educator with a deep passion for American History and helping students understand the past through critical thinking and multiple perspectives. He earned a Master of Education from Western Connecticut State University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University at Albany. Now in his 21st year of teaching, Reilly serves as a seventh-grade Social Studies teacher at George Fischer Middle School in the Carmel Central School District, where he has taught since 1996. He also serves as a Master Teacher with the Living History Education Foundation, training educators in living history techniques related to the French and Indian War, Revolutionary War, Civil War, and 19th-century baseball. A two-time marathon finisher and former cross-country runner, Reilly also participates as an American Revolution reenactor. He lives in Hopewell Junction, New York, and attends St. Columba Church, bringing his enthusiasm for history and learning into both his professional and personal life.

Classes by this instructor


SOC-970: Baseball As American Culture

Baseball As American Culture
The game of baseball is an integral part of American culture from its origins to the present day. Participants develop an understanding of our national past-time and discover how the game is a reflection of America. The course evaluates culture and connects the game to the classroom curriculum units and Common Core Standards. Baseball as American Culture includes a travel option to visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY.

SOC-973: Ben Franklin's Philadelphia

Ben Franklin's Philadelphia
This course examines the remarkable life of Benjamin Franklin with an emphasis upon his impact on the city of Philadelphia, PA. It is a Social Studies course that studies Franklin's relentless drive to improve both his life and the life of others. His intense curiosity, practicality, combined with humor continues to inspire all of us today. The course offers opportunities for participants to develop curriculum lessons, field trips and projects about Franklin.