STEMifiED
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Valparaiso, Indiana, United States
About the store
I am a STEM educator and leader passionate about creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that bring real-world problem solving into the classroom. My resources are designed to transform traditional instruction into interactive investigations, challenges, and collaborative learning stations that promote critical thinking and student achievement of NGSS and Common Core Standards.
With a strong focus on high school STEM, I develop classroom-ready materials that integrate math, science, and engineering practices in the most advanced coursework - AP Precalculus, Algebra 2, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. My work emphasizes STEM instructional practices - inquiry-based learning, real-world application, and meaningful student engagement—whether through forensic investigations, engineering design challenges, or data-driven experiments using the 5E instructional model to drive inquiry and scaffold student learning experiences.
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Forensic Physics: Determine Vehicle Speed from Skid Marks
🚓 Forensic Physics: Determine Vehicle Speed from Skid Marks (Real-World STEM Investigation | 5E Lesson)Turn your classroom into a crime scene investigation lab with this highly engaging, inquiry-based STEM challenge where students step into the role of forensic analysts and engineers to solve a real-world problem: Can we determine how fast a vehicle was traveling using only skid mark evidence? 🔍 INQUIRY-BASED LEARNING THAT HOOKS STUDENTS This project immerses students in a compelling scena
7th - 11th
Algebra, Forensics, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
HSA-CED.A.2
, HSA-CED.A.3
, HSA-CED.A.4
+6
Also included in: STEM Night Expo Bundle
Polynomial Rollercoaster Design Challenge
🎢 Polynomial Roller Coaster Design Challenge: A Real-World Algebra 2 and Precalculus STEM Project (5E Inquiry-Based Learning) Transform your classroom into a dynamic engineering studio where students become designers, mathematicians, and problem-solvers! In this highly engaging, real-world STEM challenge, students use Algebra 2 and Precalculus polynomial functions to design a safe, thrilling, and mathematically accurate roller coaster. 🔍 A TRUE INQUIRY-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCE This projec
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Engineering, PreCalculus
CCSS, NGSS
HSA-APR.B.3
, HSF-IF.A.1
, HSF-IF.A.2
+8
Also included in: STEM Night Expo Bundle
Design a Safe Wheel Chair Ramp using Trigonometry
🚧 Design a Safe Wheelchair Ramp: A Real-World STEM Engineering Challenge (5E Lesson)Bring authentic problem-solving into your classroom with this high-impact, real-world STEM project where students step into the role of engineers to design a safe, accessible wheelchair ramp using trigonometry, physics, and mathematical reasoning. In this engaging 5E lesson, students tackle a meaningful question: How can we use math to determine whether a ramp is safe? 🔍 WHY THIS PROJECT STANDS OUT This
9th - 12th
Algebra 2, Geometry, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
HSF-TF.B.7
, HSG-MG.A.3
, K-2-ETS1-2
+1
Also included in: STEM Night Expo Bundle
Investigating Acceleration Due to Gravity Lab
Bring Gravity to Life: A High-Rigor Investigation of Acceleration Due to Gravity (5E Model)Move beyond plug-and-chug formulas and engage students in a true scientific investigation where mathematics and physics intersect in meaningful, measurable ways. This Acceleration Due to Gravity Lab immerses students in the process of uncovering one of the most fundamental constants in physics— not by being told, but by discovering it through data, analysis, and reasoning. Designed using the 5E Instruct
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
HSA-SSE.A.1
, HSA-CED.A.4
, HSA-REI.A.2
+7
Also included in: STEM Night Expo Bundle
Toy Car Race Challenge
🏁 Toy Car Race Challenge: A Real-World STEM Investigation in Motion (5E Lesson)Rev up student engagement with this exciting, inquiry-based STEM challenge where students take on the role of engineers and data analysts to answer a compelling question: What factors determine which car wins a race—and how can we model and predict the outcome using math and physics?In this hands-on investigation, students explore motion, collect real data, and apply Algebra and Physics concepts to design, test, an
6th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
HSA-SSE.A.1
, HSA-CED.A.2
, HSA-CED.A.3
+11
Also included in: STEM Night Expo Bundle
Design a Safe Drop System
🪂 Design a Safe Drop System: A Phenomena-Based STEM Engineering Challenge (5E Lesson)Engage your students in authentic, high-impact learning with this real-world STEM design challenge where they investigate a compelling phenomenon and apply physics, math, and engineering principles to solve a critical problem: How can we design a system that safely controls the motion of a falling object? 🌍 PHENOMENA-BASED LEARNING THAT DRIVES CURIOSITY This project begins with an observable, real-world phe
6th - 12th
Applied Math, Engineering, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
HSF-IF.A.2
, HSF-IF.B.4
, HSF-IF.B.6
+5
Also included in: STEM Night Expo Bundle
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About the store
Experience
I am a STEM educator and leader passionate about creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that bring real-world problem solving into the classroom. My resources are designed to transform traditional instruction into interactive investigations, challenges, and collaborative learning stations that promote critical thinking and student achievement of NGSS and Common Core Standards.
With a strong focus on high school STEM, I develop classroom-ready materials that integrate math, science, and engineering practices in the most advanced coursework - AP Precalculus, Algebra 2, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. My work emphasizes STEM instructional practices - inquiry-based learning, real-world application, and meaningful student engagement—whether through forensic investigations, engineering design challenges, or data-driven experiments using the 5E instructional model to drive inquiry and scaffold student learning experiences.
Teaching style
My teaching style centers on active learning, where students learn by doing rather than passively receiving information. I design lessons that challenge students to think critically, solve authentic problems, and apply content in meaningful contexts.
I believe in blending structure with creativity—providing clear guidance while allowing students the freedom to explore, test ideas, and iterate on solutions. My resources often use station-based learning, collaborative challenges, and real-world scenarios to make STEM concepts accessible, engaging, and memorable.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I have won Teacher of the Year and awarded exemplary Science and Math Award by the University of Florida, Polytechnic. Represented the Florida Department of Education as a nominee to collaborate with Pearson to write the Science standards and competencies for assessent and recruited by the College Board to promote equity and access for STEM.
Some of my most rewarding teaching moments come from watching students fully engage in complex problem-solving tasks—especially those who may not typically see themselves as “STEM learners.” Seeing students collaborate, persist through challenges, and take pride in their solutions is what drives my work. From successfully hosting STEM Nights to facilitating high-energy classroom challenges, I’ve created learning environments where students are excited, curious, and deeply involved in their learning journey.
My own education history
My background in STEM education has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to design rigorous, standards-aligned learning experiences that connect theory to practice. I continuously refine my work through classroom implementation, ensuring that every resource is both effective and teacher-friendly. Today as a fully qualified and practicing Principal in the State of Indiana, I leverage my qualifications and experiences teaching Math and Science at all grade levels to support teaching and learning and promote the matriculation of students to STEM careers and teachers to become excellent practitioners in their own right.
I am committed to lifelong learning and staying current with best practices in STEM instruction, including inquiry-based learning, project-based learning, and interdisciplinary integration.
Additional biographical information
I specialize in creating ready-to-use STEM activities that save teachers time while maximizing student engagement. My resources are designed with flexibility in mind—perfect for classrooms, STEM events, enrichment programs, and collaborative learning environments.
From forensic science labs to engineering design challenges, my goal is to make STEM exciting, relevant, and accessible for all students. Every product is created with both teachers and students in mind, ensuring clarity, rigor, and a high level of engagement. My long term vision for STEMifiED is to have a one-stop-shop that provides teachers incredible resources to launch their units of study and provide teachers with ready-made units of study in all math and science subjects to allow for teachers and students to achieve the results they deserve.
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