Introduction
In Marshall’s Social Studies department, students learn to understand themselves in relation to history, the communities around them, and the world at large. Each course draws on principles from Ethnic Studies to empower students to draw on their identities, backgrounds, and experiences to analyze the systems and stories of history and government. Students develop critical literacy skills through analyzing primary and secondary sources and writing narratives and arguments that draw on evidence. Through collaborating with their peers, students enjoy themselves as they come to know the past and present and consider how to change the future!
About the Teachers
David Lutheran
Courses in 2024-2025: GE World History, Social Emotional Learning
Matthew Simon (he/him)
Courses in 2024-2025: AP Government, American Democracy/Economics
Mr. Simon grew up in Upstate New York and came out to California to attend Stanford University. He studied philosophy in undergrad, and was involved in organizing for climate justice on campus. He developed a passion for the way that history and social studies are understood, and started down the road towards teaching. He earned his teaching credential from UC Berkeley and started at Marshall in 2021. He runs the theater club in addition to teaching social studies classes. When he’s not nerding out over history, he’s often rock climbing, mountain biking, or playing music.
James Stark (he/him)
Courses in 2024-2025: American Democracy/Government, US History, Social Emotional Learning
Mr. Stark attended CSU Sacramento (Government and History). This is his third year at TMAHS. He loves both TMAHS and living in The City!
Aidan Tabor
Courses in 2024-2025: 9/10 Newcomer History, Psychology
Jeremiah Turner
Courses in 2024-2025: 9/10 Newcomer History, Film as Literature
This page was last updated on September 10, 2024