- 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.
Darcie Badger

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science / Student Naturalist
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
Roslyn Beckstead

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
Deanna Benavides

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
Bachelors of Science in Secondary Science Education, York College of Pennsylvania
Masters of Science in Special Education, Emporia State University
Freshman Class Sponsor
Janelle Craig

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
Bachelors of Science in Biology, Bowling Green State University
Masters in Secondary Education, Grand Canyon University
Freshman Class Sponsor
Paige Gdanski

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
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
Drew Keiter

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

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, University of Missouri - Kansas City
Master of Arts in Teaching, University of Missouri - Kansas City
Matthew Milholm

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science / Horticulture
Bachelors of Science in Agriculture
Currently pursuing a Masters in Education, Teaching and Learning, Friends University
Green Tech Academy Assistant Facilitator/Instructor
FFA Advisor
Dr. Steve Murray

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
Emily Myers

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
BS Cell and Molecular Biology, Public Health, Tulane University
MA Curriculum and Instruction, University of Mississippi
Green Tech Academy Instructor
Science Olympiad Sponsor
Zane O'Brien

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
Dana Ravert

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
Bachelor of Science Secondary Science Education, Biology and Physical Science, Oklahoma State University
Dr. Praveen Vadapally

Phone: 913-780-7180
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Degrees and Certifications:
Science
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