RSSHS.jpgMs. Nichole A. DePaul

Ross S. Sterling High School

Pre-AP Chemistry/Chemistry I

Room 201, 281-420-4500

nichole.depaul@gccisd.net

www.msdepaulchemistry.com

 

 

 

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Hi!!!  My name is Nichole DePaul, and I am your child’s instructor in chemistry at Ross S. Sterling High School. I am looking forward to a successful year at Ross S. Sterling High School, and I know that the students will receive the most professional, positive learning environment that can be given within the science classroom.

 

I have a bachelor’s of science in chemistry from Illinois State University and a master’s of arts in teaching of science at the secondary level at Western Governors University.  My thesis/capstone was titled “Curriculum Alignment Between Mathematics and Science”.  It explored the use of curriculum alignment, vertically and horizontally, between the mathematics and science courses.  My reason for the exploration was on the basis that mathematics and science must work together for students to understand the concepts and equations that are used within the classroom.  I have started my doctorate in education in K12 Studies—Science at Capella University through an online program while maintaining my classroom at Sterling High School and will graduate in June 2012. My dissertation research will be technology integration in the science classroom.

 

I taught at Olympia High School in Orlando, Florida from March 2005 to June 2008 and have teaching certifications in Florida, Illinois, and Texas. I have taught AP Chemistry, Chemistry I Honors, APEX Chemistry I Honors (OHS), and Chemistry I. I am going to into my second year at RSS and my fifth year of teaching chemistry at the secondary level.

 

In my ‘other’ life, 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.  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 Sterling High School.  Never hesitate to contact me for any questions, concerns, issues, or discussion.  I am always available for my parents!!!!

 

With that being said, 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.  To end with an excellent quote from me to you:

 

What in the world ISN’T chemistry?

 

Nichole DePaul

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