About Dr. Nichole DePaul

Dr. Nichole A DePaul

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My name is Nichole DePaul. I am the high school chemistry teacher at YES Prep-North Forest campus. I am looking forward to a successful year, and I know that the students will receive the most professional, positive learning environment that can be given within the science classroom.

 

My educational background is quite extensive and important for me to grow as an educator.

 

·         Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry, Illinois State University, 2000

·         Master’s of Arts in Secondary Science Education, Western Governors University, 2008

o   Thesis/Capstone, “Curriculum Alignment Between Mathematics and Science”

·         Doctorate of Philosophy in Education, K12 Studies, Secondary Science Education, Capella University, 2011

o   Dissertation, “Using Facebook As A Communication Tool For High School Chemistry”

 

To continue in my growth as an educator, I will participate in a program sponsored by Illinois State University and Flinn to complete graduate work in chemistry and obtain a master’s of science in chemistry from Illinois State University in the future.

 

As for my professional career in education, I have taught in many places and gained considerable amount of experience inside and outside the classroom. I am certified to teach chemistry in the states of Florida, Illinois, and Texas, as well as, AP Chemistry in all states.

 

·       Olympia High School, Orlando, Florida, 2004-2008

o   AP Chemistry, Chemistry Honors, Chemistry, and Pre-AP Chemistry

·       NASA Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards Air Force Base, Edwards, California, Summer 2008

·       Ross S. Sterling High School, Baytown, Texas 2008-2011

o   Pre-AP Chemistry and Chemistry

·       Lee College, Baytown, Texas, Summer 2009

o   EnergyVenture, Camp Instructor

·       Rice University, Summer School, Houston, Texas Summer 2010

o   Pre-AP Chemistry

 

Many years ago, I was a professional bowler for several years while working in the bowling industry for the United States Bowling Congress, Kegel, and Professional Bowlers Association from 2000 through 2005.  As a chemist and engineer, I was instrumental in the design and implementation for the Sport Bowling program, as well as, the design and implementation of lane machine technology at Kegel.  While I am no longer working for the bowling industry, I am still an active participate in many aspects of the sport that require travel around the city, state, and country for major city, state, national, and international bowling tournaments.  Currently, I maintain a 200+ average, have one national title, one state title, several city and local titles, and many more accomplishments.  Bowling is a large part of my life, and typically, you will find me on the lanes in between teaching and other obligations.

 

My mission and objectives are simple:  have an open door policy to allow all students to learn in their learning styles while still teaching the curriculum.  I want my students to love chemistry as much as I do, and it is important for me, as their teacher, to provide a safe and engaging learning environment while keeping the communication open between the parents, students, faculty, administration, and guidance counselors at YES Prep-North Forest.  Never hesitate to contact me for any questions, concerns, issues, or discussion.  I am always available for my parents!!!!

 

I am looking forward to an exciting school year full of chemistry with the explorations in experiments, demonstrations, and inquiry.  It will be fun and enjoyable for all that are involved in my classroom.

 

What in the world ISN’T chemistry?

 

Dr. Nichole DePaul