Science Department

Mission Statement

The WHS Science Mission is to enable all members of the school community to engage in scientific reasoning, inquiry, and research to achieve scientific literacy, in order to become well-informed citizens, who are able to critically understand and participate consciously in the global environment.

Beliefs

  • We are preparing the students for the competitive global environment in high school and beyond.

  • We believe that the use of technology enhances the students' scientific proficiency.

  • We believe that strong communication and collaboration skills are key to advancing scientific knowledge

Our Department Members

  • Ms. Erin Barrett

  • Ms. Amber Bartling

  • Dr. Rudra Bhatta

  • Ms. Karen Castelli

  • Mr. Scott Fortney

  • Ms. Kathryn Gemmer, chairperson

  • Mr. John Hoffmann

  • Ms. Candace King

  • Mr. Christopher Looney

  • Mr. Vernon Mathews

  • Ms. Sara Miller

  • Mrs. Linda Palmisano

  • Ms. Janel Pidgeon

  • Mr. Louis Sharp

  • Mr. Joseph Spicer

  • Ms. Danielle Turk

  • Mr. Matthew Young

LCPS Teaching & Learning - Science