History
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From Ms Sparks 7th Grade Class: "The Roman Empire has fallen and western Europe has been thrown into chaos. To survive attacks by the barbarian tribe, the Sparkomaxians, you must work together with your group members to build a sustainable, defendable castle! You have FIVE days to build a castle, using only found materials (you cannot buy anything). The castle cannot be bigger than the desks at your group."
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The Marina History and Social Science department is based on a rigorous historical inquiry that challenges traditional narratives and keeps the liberation of the oppressed at the center of our teaching. We critically examine past and present systems, analyze power and inequality, use geography, sources and field trips to form in-depth historical opinions. We keep our curriculum and teaching practices relevant to keep our students engaged, learning and having fun during this crucial time in history. By connecting learning to real people, places, and civic action, our students develop the knowledge, empathy, and agency needed to participate in a truly democratic society and understand the events that brought us to today.
This page was last updated on May 27, 2026