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➼ Degrees: M.Ed Curriculum & Instruction & BA Interdisciplinary Studies
➼ 9 years as a classroom teacher.
➼ 6 years as the department chair.
➼ 1 school
➼ 1 district
➼ 1 classroom
➼ Grades taught: 8th grade
➼ States taught: 1 (Texas)
➼ Certification: 4-8 Science
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Newton’s Laws in Action: The Seat Belt PSA Physics Project (8.7B)
Engage your students with a real-world application of Newton’s Laws. In this project, students are "hired" by the Richland Village Council to address community pushback against a new seat belt ordinance. Their mission is to create a compelling, science-based PSA that proves seat belts save lives using the laws of physics. This project-based learning (PBL) resource guides students through the process of connecting abstract concepts—like inertia and force—to a tangible safety device. Students must
7th - 12th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
In Motion: Making Sense of Newton’s 3 Laws in Real-Life Systems (8.7B)
This TEKS-aligned resource is designed to help 8th grade students investigate and describe how Newton’s three laws of motion act simultaneously within real-world systems (TEKS 8.7B). The activity starts with simple, relatable scenarios where students practice recognizing one law at a time. As their understanding grows, they move into scaffolded examples that highlight how two or more laws interact in systems like rocket launching or tectonic plate movement. Finally, students are given a scena
6th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
Bouncing Ball Lab (6.8)
In this hands-on science lab, students explore the relationship between the height from which a ball is dropped and the height of its first bounce. As students collect and record data at multiple drop heights, they analyze cause-and-effect relationships and use evidence to support scientific claims. This lab also reinforces energy concepts by guiding students to connect rebound height to changes in potential and kinetic energy. Thought-provoking questions prompt students to explain patterns in t
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Forces in Our World: Push, Pull, and More (6.7A)
Forces in Our World: Push, Pull, and More is an editable Google Slides resource designed to help middle school students master TEKS 6.7A. This deck blends short informational slides with immediate checks for understanding, ensuring students actively apply what they learn about gravity, friction, magnetism, applied forces, and normal forces. Students type responses, drag labels, insert images, and explain real-world examples, making the review both interactive and meaningful. The resource inclu
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 6th Grade TEKS Edition
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Experience
➼ Degrees: M.Ed Curriculum & Instruction & BA Interdisciplinary Studies
➼ 9 years as a classroom teacher.
➼ 6 years as the department chair.
➼ 1 school
➼ 1 district
➼ 1 classroom
➼ Grades taught: 8th grade
➼ States taught: 1 (Texas)
➼ Certification: 4-8 Science
Teaching style
My teaching style is student-centered and hands-on, with a strong focus on real-world application and active learning. I design classroom-tested, STAAR-aligned science resources that support critical thinking, provide clear scaffolding, and keep students engaged. All this while also saving teachers time with low-prep, easy-to-implement materials.
My own education history
Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (UTD)
Masters of Education in Science Curriculum and Instruction (UT Arlington)
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🔬 Why My Resources Work:
With a background in Science and Curriculum Writing, I know what works in the classroom. My materials are:
✅ Rigorous yet student-friendly – breaking down complex topics in ways that make sense.
✅ Test-focused but engaging – ensuring students are prepared without the boredom of traditional test prep.
✅ Teacher-approved & classroom-tested – created with real student success in mind!
🎯 Who I Help:
-Teachers looking for high-quality, low-prep resources.
-Students who need an extra push to pass or reach mastery.
-Educators who want to bring energy and confidence to their test prep!
Let’s make learning engaging, effective, and stress-free—one resource at a time! 🚀
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