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Meet Our Education Team

Our mission is fueled by the unwavering dedication and commitment to our Academic Enhancement Team, comprised of chemistry experts, experienced instructors, and advisors. Together, we strive to make quality education accessible and transformative for learners of all backgrounds.

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Michelle P.

Academic Enhancement and Career Success Director

Michelle is a dedicated educator with over a decade of extensive K-12 teaching experience in various sciences. Currently pursuing graduate studies, Michelle strives to make a difference guiding students to build life-long problem solving skills and overcome academic challenges.

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Katie S.

Chemistry Instructor

Katie is an accomplished secondary education teacher, and curriculum developer with more than a decade of chemistry teaching experience. Katie earned a Bachelors in Chemistry and Neuroscience and a Masters in Teaching at Trinity University in San Antonio, TX. She inspires students in their education and seeks to support others wherever she goes.

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Ceci V.

Chemistry Instructor

Cecilia Vollbrecht is currently an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Kalamazoo College. She earned her BSc in Chemistry at Centre College and her PhD in Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She enjoys engaging with the public about science, and believes everyone should have access to knowledge.