Currently in my twentieth year of science education, I have had wonderful opportunities to establish and administrate several new programs as well as spend many years as a traditional teacher in the classic settings of high school and middle school. Though I love the concepts and ideas of the life sciences, it is my greatest thrill to work with middle-schoolers.
My educational philosophy centers on the idea that teachers cannot truly transfer knowledge or wisdom to students but must interest and excite students regarding new ways to see and describe the world in which they live. To this end, I am in constant search of innovative ways to provide authentic opportunities for students to spark their enthusiasm. NASA has been a wonderful resource since by its very nature and reputation its purpose is innovation and discovery.