Curriculum Detail

Science

Students study the basic concepts of natural and physical sciences and acquire the tools for further study in science. Students learn that science is about asking questions, testing ideas, making observations, and drawing conclusions that become the foundation for further investigation. The primary goals of the curriculum are to teach students an appreciation for the mystery and beauty of science, to organize their creative thoughts and observations, to draw meaningful and intelligent conclusions, and to enhance their analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Department Faculty

Chris Brooks

Upper School Science/Department Chair

University of Montevallo - Masters
Clemson University - BS
Mr. Noah Bacher

Upper School Science
Ms. Kris Deardorff

Data System and Web Administrator

Bucknell University - B.S.
Penn State University - M.Ed
Laura Denton

Upper School Science

University of Colorado at Boulder - PhD
University of California at San Diego - BS
Eric Friedman

Upper School Science
Mrs. Elizabeth Perez

Middle School Science
Maddy Scheer

Director of Experiential Education/US Science

Colby College - Bachelor of Arts
Colorado State University - Master of Science
Katie Terry

Science Faculty

North Carolina State University - B.S.
North Carolina State University - B.S.
North Carolina State Universtiy - M.S.
Mr David Thesenga

Middle School Science/ Engineering and Robotics

University of Alaska Fairbanks - B.S. Geology/Geophysics
Boston College - M.S.T. Secondary Education w/ Geology/Earth Science Specialty