Science Department

Science Department Vision Statement

The Science Department will foster an environment in which students develop and value scientific skills and proficiencies pertinent to modern science and their own lives.  The student will understand and correctly apply basic scientific principles in preparation for future scientific studies and life.  The student should be able to collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data.  She will also be able to critically evaluate and analyze scientific resources and media information.

Faculty:

Maureen Daschel '77, Department Chair

• St. Mary's Academy Alumna
• BS Science, Oregon State University
• MAT Science, Lewis & Clark College
• Teaches Chemistry and Science Research Methods
• TIES Adviser

Cindi Hounton

• BA Chemistry, Portland State University
• MA Education, University of New Mexico
• Teaches Biology and Conceptual Physics

Nancy Johnston

• BA Biology, Linfield College
• Teaches Conceptual Physics and Advanced Physics

Kirsten Thiel

• BS Biology, George Fox University
• MAT Biology and Secondary Education, George Fox University
• Teaches Biology and Honors Biology