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MR. MACDONALD

MacDonald

Mr. Matt MacDonald

Teacher | Women's Volleyball Coach
530.268.3700 ext. 4632
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US History

US HISTORY
Grade Levels:11
CSU/UC: area A (Social Science/History)
NCAA: Yes
Repeat for Credit: No
Prerequisites: None 
Graduation Credit: Social Science
Students examine major turning points in American History, with special emphasis on the twentieth century. Students look at how ideas and events shape our institutions and influence our daily lives. Students are required to complete a 5-
to 7-page research paper. 

AP US History

Grade Levels: 11
Repetitions for Credit: No
Prerequisites: Minimum G.P.A. of 3.0 and teacher approval.
Graduation Requirement: US History - UC/CSU 'A'
 
This course is for those who are academically motivated to go beyond the basic elements of American History. Students will be expected to interpret and apply major issues in U.S. History through oral debate, comprehensive essay writing, research and outside readings. Students are encouraged to take the CollegeBoard Advanced Placement exam in May.

AP American Government and Economics

Grade Levels: 11
Repetitions for Credit: No
Prerequisites: Minimum G.P.A. of 3.0 and teacher approval.
Graduation Requirement: US History - UC/CSU 'A'
 
This course is for those who are academically motivated to go beyond the basic elements of American History. Students will be expected to interpret and apply major issues in U.S. History through oral debate, comprehensive essay writing, research and outside readings. Students are encouraged to take the CollegeBoard Advanced Placement exam in May.

Sports Psychology

Grade Level: 10-12
Repeat for Credit: No
Prerequisites: None
Graduation Requirement: Elective - UC/CSU “G”
 
Sports Psychology is designed to provide students with knowledge about psychological factors that affect performance in
sport and exercise such as motivation, concentration, focus, confidence, burnout, goal setting, life balance, attitude,
character development, leadership, coach/athlete relationships, anxiety and relaxation. Students will be introduced to
mental skills that will enhance performance, make athletic participation more enjoyable, and learn skills that can be
transferred to other aspects of their lives. Specific skills addressed in this class will include: how to set measurable goals
and strategies to achieve them, visualization and imagery techniques, leadership, team building, and how to cope with
injuries/loss/letdowns.