- Olathe West High School
- Science Department Instructors
Science Department
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Students in all science courses are encouraged to see science as approachable and applicable through coursework that developes students' inquiry skills through laboratory experiences.
Mrs. Badger - Science Instructor / Student Naturalist

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Darcie Badger
Bachelors of Science in Wildlife Biology - Emphasis in Conservation/Biodiversity, Kansas State University
Bachelors of Science in Secondary Education, Kansas State University
Masters of Science in Education, Fort Hays State University
Mrs. Baker - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Sami Baker
BA Liberal Arts and Sciences, University of Kansas
MS Physics, Texas A&M Commerce
Masters in Education, Baker University
Junior Class Sponsor
Head Coach - Cheerleading
Mrs. Benavides - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Deanna Benavides
Bachelors of Science in Secondary Science Education, York College of Pennsylvania
Masters of Science in Special Education, Emporia State University
Ms. Burnett - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Nikki Burnett
Bachelor of Science Secondary Education, Kansas State University
Master of Science Curriculum and Instruction, Kansas State University
Ms. Craig - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Janelle Craig
Bachelors in Biology, Bowling Green State University
Masters in Secondary Education, Grand Canyon University
Mr. Keiter - Science Department Chair

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Drew Keiter
Bachelors in Science Education, Emporia State University
Masters in Educational Technology, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Science Department Chair
Mr. Luke - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Derek Luke
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, University of Missouri - Kansas City
Master of Arts in Teaching, University of Missouri - Kansas City
Mr. Milholm - Science Instructor / Horticulture

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Matthew Milholm
Bachelors of Science in Agriculture
Currently pursuing a Masters in Education, Teaching and Learning, Friends University
Green Tech Academy Assistant Facilitator/Instructor
FFA Advisor
Mr. Molina Calderon - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Jonathan Molina Calderon
Bachelors in Secondary Education - Science, University of Puerto Rico
Masters in Curriculum and Instruction in Scientific Education, University of Puerto Rico
Endorsement in ELL, Kansas State University
Dr. Monhollon - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Tonya Monhollon
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Emporia State University
Master of Science in Educational Administration and Leadership, Old Dominion University
Doctorate of Education in Leadership and Policy Studies, University of Kansas
Mrs. Myers - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Emily Myers
BS Cell and Molecular Biology, Public Health, Tulane University
MA Curriculum and Instruction, University of Mississippi
Green Tech Academy Instructor
Head Coach - Science Olympiad
Ms. Nuffer - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Paige Nuffer
BS in Biology, Physics and Chemistry, Emporia State University
Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, Emporia State
Public Safety Academy Assistant Facilitator and Instructor
Head Coach: Cheerleading
Dr. Vadapally - Science Instructor

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Praveen Vadapally
BS Chemistry, Osmania University
BS Education - Science Education, Osmania University
MS Organic Chemistry, Osmania University
MS Chemistry Education, University of North Texas
PhD Chemistry Education, University of Northern Colorado