Mom, Secondary Science Coordinator, runner, and a life-long learner.

Katy, TX
Joined February 2015
Enjoying @boxedwater at The Pearl in San Antonio. Let’s make it a #BetterPlanet with @BAKERYLORRAINE.
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Replying to @TexasSciLeader
@TexasSciLeader members are engaged in model based inquiry today! #LeadingTXscience
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Proud to be part of this Board. Thanks to all who attended and to the other officers who make this happen.
TSELA hosted another amazing Spring Event with professional learning about Model-Based Learning with Todd Campbell and @Ron Gray in Austin.
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No one does science kits like @LeanderISD! Thanks @JenniferKaszuba for hosting TSELA and giving us a tour of this amazing facility and the great work you all are doing to create scientists of the future.
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Congrats Ms. Thompson! Rookie Teacher of the Year at SLHS. So proud of our #KISDScience staff.
Spartan “Of The Year”! Well deserved! Congratulations ladies 🎉🎊🎁
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Formative assessment and science practices in action at SLHS!
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Such an honor to be part of this day and work with Jen Slater on this event! The quick shot of the little purple car at the beginning was one of my students’ car! @MRHSMavericks #teammav @SecScienceKISD #mavphysics #ilovemortonranch
Recently, more than 500 physics students from seven high schools gathered at the Merrell Center for a districtwide field trip. Students designed and tested crash-safe cars, joined The Science of Crashes virtual event and viewed a live crash test with IIHS feedback. #KatyISD #STEM
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What a phenomenal day in #KISDScience! Thanks to Ms. Slater, KISD physics teachers, @MerrellCenter, @ThePocketLab, @IIHS_autosafety, @WestsideKiaTX, @KatyFireDept, and Golbow’s Garage.
Recently, more than 500 physics students from seven high schools gathered at the Merrell Center for a districtwide field trip. Students designed and tested crash-safe cars, joined The Science of Crashes virtual event and viewed a live crash test with IIHS feedback. #KatyISD #STEM
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#KISDScience teachers rock!
“My family and I are thankful for Mrs. Prigmore at Katy Junior High. Mrs. Prigmore is an outstanding science teacher! Thank you for all that you do!” Submitted by parent Dawn Goodwin. #KatyISD
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#KISDScience teachers Burrough, Schwartz, Dibacco, O’Brien, & McDowell presenting at #CAST25 Conference. Sharing their expertise and resources with other science teachers from around TX.
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Every bottle, can and piece of paper recycled makes a difference. America Recycles Day reminds us that small actions add up to big change. Learn how to take part and make recycling a daily habit: kab.org/our-signature-progra… #KatyISD #AmericaRecyclesDay #Sustainability
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Come join science education leaders for presentations at #CAST25 in Room Cityview 6 under the “TSELA Presents” strand.
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We’d love to tell you more about TSELA! Come to booth #1206 on the 1st floor of the Sheraton Conference Center during #CAST25
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So grateful to serve on this Board. I’m looking forward to stepping into the President role for 2026.
Thanks to the 2025 TSELA officers for a year full of quality PD, networking, and resources to grow Texas science education leaders.
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Don’t reinvent the wheel! @LKudlacek shares tools and strategies to transform your lessons into “phenomenal” 3D lessons at #CAST25. #KISDScience
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What a great team #KISDScience coordinators make! We enjoyed sharing our TEKS implementation journey at #CAST25
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#KISDScience is lucky to have her!
Congratulations to Heather Burgess, chemistry teacher at Taylor High School, on receiving the ACS CHED Southwest Regional Award for Excellence in High School Teaching. With 33 years in education, her passion for science continues to inspire future innovators. #KatyISD
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Way to go #KISDScience!
Jordan High School’s Meghan DiBacco, physics teacher, has been named the 2026 Doc Brown Futures Award recipient by the American Association of Physics Teachers. Read the official announcement here: aapt.org/aboutaapt/Meghan-Di…] #KatyISD #JordanHighSchool #PhysicsEducation
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Way to go #KISDScience!
Shoutout to Ms. Ballard on being chosen as our October Teacher of the month. She does a great job helping students to be their very best!
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This is 3D instruction at its finest! Way to go #KISDScience!
Day 1 of Chemical changes! Started with the Hand Hands Phenomenon, questioning, and a consensus model, then assessed prior knowledge with a probe! #KatyISD #secondaryscience @BeckJuniorHigh
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