Science Department
The vision for the Sullivan High School Science PLC is to empower students to incorporate interpersonal, personal, 21st century, social/emotional and scientific skills into their daily practice. This will allow our students to have the greatest chance for success as citizens, scientists, and in careers or college.
Science Highlights
We have built curriculums that give our students the skills and freedom necessary for critical thinking, design thinking, and career thinking.Â
Each class is aligned to NGSS and also embeds standards and supports for 21st century learning, social-emotional growth, and common core literacy.
Mission: Sullivan High School Science Department is to create an academically rigorous curriculum that will provide our students with a holistic education that challenges them to think critically, advocate for themselves, apply their knowledge, empower them with choice and agency, and hold them accountable to the changing world around them.Â
MEET YOUR TEACHERS
- Luke MurphyBiology TeacherLuke MurphyBiology Teacher
Undergrad: University of Scranton, Biology with minors in Philosophy & History
Masters: Binghamton University, Biology Secondary Education
Why did you choose to work at Sullivan?
Sullivan has so many caring, dedicated professionals and amazing students with diverse backgrounds. Sullivan is also giving students more agency over their own learning and has a school-wide focus on working for students first. I live in Rogers Park and am happy to better serve my community by working hard for Sullivan High SchoolWhy is the Student-Teacher relationship so important?
Without a solid relationship, the learning in the classroom suffers greatly. Healthy teacher-student relationships are the foundation of every good school and every good classroom. The most powerful form of instruction and learning can only occur after a healthy relationship is built.What is one word that gives you strength as an educator everyday?
Family - Andre DobbinScience TeacherAndre DobbinScience Teacher
Undergrad: University of Alabama, BS in Comprehensive Science
Why did you choose to work at Sullivan?
Nice staff to work with and student body is not too largeWhy is the Student-Teacher relationship so important?
Because learning is a two way streetWhat is one word that gives you strength as an educator everyday?
Creative Undergrad: Governors State University, Social Science minor in Criminal Justice
Masters:Â Roosevelt University Education; Lewis University, Educational Leadership; Governors State University, Political Science with a emphasis on Policy
Why did you choose to work at Sullivan?
I choose to teach at Sullivan because I enjoy the diverse community of learners and I enjoy working with my colleagues in a cultural of social justice.Why is the Student-Teacher relationship so important?
The relationship of student-teacher are critical to the learning process for the student as well as the teacher. I feel that with a transparent relationship with the student, we learn together. This in turn increases the value of learning within our community.What is one word that gives you strength as an educator everyday?
Perseverance / TenacityUndergrad: Bachelor of Science - India
Why did you choose to work at Sullivan?
The CTE Health Science Academy attracted me to join Sullivan High School. It blended with my background and was a prospect to deliver my passion of giving back to the community.
At present, by delivering education at Sullivan High School, my passion is practiced by creating a college and career ready individual. What a perfect fit!Why is the Student-Teacher relationship so important?
Nurturing is an important aspect of any relationship. According to me, Student-Teacher relationship is similar to nurturing a plant. Flowers only bloom if the plant is nurtured adequately. Similarly, students only bloom if they are nurtured by the teacher, henceforth the relationship is of utmost important to me!What is one word that gives you strength as an educator everyday?
Students' AccomplishmentUndergrad: Carthage College, B.A. in Biology and a Minor in French
Masters: Northern Illinois University, M.A. in Anthropology
Why did you choose to teach at Sullivan?
I chose to teach at Sullivan because the school had an unexplainable energy. After getting to know the close-knit community of faculty, students, and staff, I now know that that energy is love. I am so proud to be a part of the Sullivan Family!Why is the Student-Teacher relationship so important?
Student-Teacher relationships are the most important layer of teaching. They not only make learning more personal, but also make school fun! I enjoy learning more about my students!What is one word that gives you strength as an educator everyday?
LoveUndergrad: Spring Hill College, English & Fine Arts
Masters:Â Cleveland State University, MEd. Curriculum & Planning K-12
Why did you choose to work at Sullivan?
I LOVE Sullivan's innovative, approach to the Education.Why is the Student-Teacher relationship so important?
Student-teacher relationship is the foundation to ALL learning and growth. The social environment in which students and teachers share, enhance academic and social/emotional experiences, builds self-esteem and motivation. Positive Student-Teacher relationships keeps the culture in a constant state of positive growth.What is one word that gives you strength as an educator everyday?
HOPEUndergrad: University of Illinois - Chicago, Biology and Spanish
Masters: University of Illinois - Chicago, MEd with a Bilingual/ESL Endorsement
Why did you choose to work at Sullivan?
I chose to teach at Sullivan because I feel connected to my students. I am excited to teach biology to students who have recently come to our country. As an immigrant who went to a Chicago Public School, I understand the challenges faced by my students in this diverse urban setting. I am able to relate to the diverse student body, and be an active member within the school so as to be a positive role model for my students.Why is the Student-Teacher relationship so important?
Student-Teacher relationship is crucial because it opens the lines of positive communication and effective learning. A healthy relationship will benefit my students and I and will promote academic and social success.What is one word that gives you strength as an educator everyday?
Compassion- Leonard SiwardScience TeacherLeonard SiwardScience Teacher
Undergrad: UIC, B.S. in Teaching of Chemistry
Why did you choose to work at Sullivan?
Sullivan is a public neighborhood school with diversity and it values the development of social, moral, and personal skills as much as the academic.Why is the Student-Teacher relationship so important?
Students need to feel like there is someone who is willing to advocate for them and lend a voice when they feel unheard. Students need to feel like they matter!What is one word that gives you strength as an educator everyday?
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