Curriculum Detail

Upper School History & Social Science

The History Department believes that knowledge of the past is necessary to comprehend the present and to forge the future thoughtfully and deliberately. We foster the sheer enjoyment of the adventure of historical discovery and study, seeing ourselves in the present as interconnected with people of the past – our families, fellow citizens and humanity around the globe. Through the study of history, students will learn foundational content, think carefully and precisely, interpret bias, and articulate thinking in oral and written form. Research of primary documents will foster critical readers who are able to analyze and synthesize data in order to develop and prove a thesis. Small discussion groups and writing workshops help our students to develop an awareness of oneself with the ability to respect, understand, and appreciate differences. In our work as historians, we develop the requisite skills to embrace purposefully life’s journey and challenges as we learn to understand ourselves and humanity.
 
The History Department seeks to impart to its students through its curriculum an enduring understanding of specific knowledge, principles, and learning dispositions including ways to:
  • Learn facts, think carefully and precisely, and articulate thinking in oral and written form.
  • Conduct research: inquire thoughtfully, read critically, analyze and synthesize data, document findings, format a paper
  • Create and prove a thesis.
  • Develop an awareness of oneself and be able to express oneself confidently, while understanding the dangers of ethnocentrism and egocentrism.
  • Empathize and respect differences in individuals, communities, religions, values, and cultures of the past, present, and future.
  • Take responsibility for cultivating individual character and formation as lifelong learners.
Graduation Requirement: Three years. World History and US History are required. 
 
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  • Mrs. Kristina Taylor '05
    US History & Social Science; US Yearbook; Department Chair
    Arizona State University - M.A.
    Arizona State University - B.A.
    University of San Diego
  • Mr. David Bellosi
    US History & Social Science
    Pepperdine Univeristy - M.A.
    University of North Carolina - MALS
    Florida Atlantic University - B.A.
    Credentialed
  • Dr. Ryan Carey
    Director of Experiential Education and Extension Programs
    University of Texas - PhD
    University of Texas - M.A.
    Dartmouth - A.B.
  • Mr. Simon Fellowes
    US History & Social Science
    California State University, Fullerton - M.S.
    Northumbria University, UK - B.A.
    Sheffield Hallam University, UK - TESOL
  • Mr. James Harris '96
    Upper School Assistant Principal; US History & Social Science; Tartan Tutors; Honor Committee
    University of California, Irvine - M.A.
    University of California, Irvine - B.A.
    Credentialed
  • Ms. Makenna Henry
    Personal Fitness & Wellness; Dean of 9 & 10 Grade Students; Soccer Coach
    University of California, Long Beach - M.S.
    University of California, Santa Barbara - B.A.
  • Mr. Chase Robinson
    US History Teacher
    University of California, Irvine - MAT
    University of California, Irvine - B.A.
    Credentialed
  • Mrs. Chelsea Runge
    US Mathematics; US History & Social Science
    Harvard University - Ed.M.
    Harvard University - A.B.
  • Dr. Danny Solarz
    US History & Social Science; Head Golf Coach
    Claremont Graduate University - Ph.D.
    University of California, Riverside - M.B.A.
    University of California, San Diego - B.A.
    Credentialed

St. Margaret’s Episcopal School

31641 La Novia Avenue
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 661-0108
 
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An Independent Preschool Through Grade 12 College-Preparatory Day School in Orange County California

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