Science
It is the mission of the A. L. Brown High School Science Department to provide all students with worthwhile learning experiences which will form a foundation for a life-long ability to function effectively in an increasingly complex, technological world. Our department seeks to blend science knowledge and 21st Century skills which will awaken in students a sense of wonder, excitement, and intellectual power of science. Our science teachers are committed to offering a world class science education.
Scott Rodgers, Department Co-Chair
Educational Bio:
N. C. State University
Educational Experiences:
Science Department Co-Chairperson
Physics, Physical Science, Project Based Science
Class Website:
April Baucom, Department Co-Chair
Educational Bio.
BA Biology and Secondary Education from UNC-Charlotte
National Board Certified
Educational Experiences:
Advisor for NHS and Environmental Club
Leah Boits
Educational Bio:
- Undergraduate: Ball State University, B.S. in Aquatic Sciences & Fisheries, and Ecology
- Graduate: Utah State University, M.S. in Aquatic Ecology
- Graduate Thesis (2005): A bioenergetics modeling approach for the conservation of an endangered fish species
- Other research: mechanical methods of invasive crayfish removal.
Educational Experiences:
- High school Biology and A.P. Environmental Science for 2 years
I currently teach Biology at Rowan Cabarrus Community College.
Other: Just moved from Indiana this summer with my husband, Steve.
Diane Crawford
Educational Bio:
1981 BS in Science Teaching, UNC; 2010 Masters in Chemical and Life Science, UMD
Educational Experiences:
I taught 3 years in Henrico Co. VA 1981-1984. I have taught in KCS since 2001. This is my 7th year at AL Brown. I currently teach Anatomy, Biology, and Chemistry.
I am the advisor for the Youth Commission International Club for students interested in Bible study and Christian service.
I use Schoology.
Dana Hardeman
Educational Bio:
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry-Business from Wingate University
Educational Experiences:
This is my 9th year teaching high school science and math.
Subject Taught: Physical Science
Certified 9-12 Science
Class Website:
Irene Hatfield
Educational Bio:
B.A. Chemistry UNC-Charlotte
Educational Expreiences:
This is my seventh year teaching at A.L.Brown. I am certified to teach A.P Chemistry and Chemistry. I have taught Physical Science and Oceanography in the past. In addition, I am one of the Beta Club Advisors. I'm also fluent in Spanish. My husband and I enjoy raising our little girl in the town of Kannapolis.
Class Website:
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Debra James
Educational Bio:
BS in Science- North Carolina State University (1979)
Masters in Education for Secondary Science- University of North Carolina at Charlotte (2009)
Educational Experience:
Teaching 6 years
Subject- Earth Environmental Science/ Honors Earth Environmental Science
Barry Lentz
Educational Bio:
A.A.S in Textile Dyeing and Finishing -North Carolina Vocational Textile School, 1982
A.S. in Science - Rowan Cabarrus Community College, 2010
B.A. in Biology / Honors Program - Minor in Secondary Education, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 2012
Educational Experience:
NC Mathematics and Science Education Network (MSEN) Program, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Honors Earth and Environmental Science, Environmental Science in Freshman Academy - Purple Team
Mike Newsome
Educational Bio:
Physical Science
Educational Experience:
Head Varsity Football Coach
Nikki Perry
Educational Bio:
Bachelor of Science in Biology, State University of New York College at Brockport 2000
National Board Certified
Educational Experiences:
10th year of teaching
Earth and Environmental Science in Freshman Academy- Orange team
Biology
AP Environmental Science
Environmental Club
Class Website:
Kevin Russell
Educational Bio:
B.S. Chemistry / Environmental Studies from Elon University
Educational Experiences:
Fifth year teaching. I have taught Earth and Environmental Science, Biology, and Physical Science