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Science Class Information

Earth and Environmental Science Honors
Earth Systems
 

Hello MCHS Community,

 

I have had many experiences in my career journey since 1990.  I worked as a science teacher at St. Patrick’s High School in Chicago, Lincoln-Way High School in Frankfort, and left education for six years for the private sector.  I am so blessed that fate brought me back to teaching and to Morris Community High School since 2006.  

 

The science curriculum I develop is directed toward investigative processes designed to meet the individual needs and abilities of MCHS students.  I believe the value of an experience for a student is not exclusively linked to a specific content or process, but also to the quality of the experience.  I believe enthusiastic teachers instilling vitality for learning is a most important guiding principle.  I want the students to love science.

 

I cherish the individual differences and the particular strengths of the MCHS students and respect them for their individual differences. I strive to work with each student to help them realize their potential, and encourage each student to respect their uniqueness.

 

Please do not hesitate to reach out to my email [email protected] if you have any questions.

 

Goals

Students will:

  • develop an understanding of the fundamental laws of our universe and how these laws govern the phenomena they encounter everyday;
  • develop an understanding of how science and technology impact their lives, acquire the skills and knowledge they need to be well-informed citizens, be prepared for college and careers, and understand and appreciate the scientific enterprise;
  • develop the skills and attitudes that will enable them to improve and protect the environment.

Students engage in scientific inquiry in the laboratory to:

  • observe, use, and interpret scientific explanations of the natural world
  • generate and evaluate scientific evidence and explanations
  • participate productively in scientific practices and academic discourse
  • understand the nature and development of scientific knowledge
  • appreciate the historical contributions of scientists