As a Noyce Master Teacher Fellow, my goal is to reach all students with challenging, rich science content that pushes their thinking and develops their skills, abilities and confidence. I hope students have experiences in my class that activate their interests and curiosities so they can increase their individual learning by seeking out further information around their personal interests. One of the most empowering parts of education is the choice it provides students for their future. The importance of equally empowering all students for their futures is at the heart of my role as an educator. As a middle school teacher, I see that the importance of student vision plays out with selecting high school paths and preparation for student's future career and life choices. Mitigating the effects the pandemic had on student learning and participation, I would like to increase student connectedness to peers through learning activities and cognitive engagement.

Leadership experience in science education:

Dawes Science Liaison, MS Curriculum selection committee