About The Teacher

NAME: Mr. Ryan

SCHOOL: St. Gerard Majella

CLASS: Middle School Science

SCHOOL PHONE: 314.822.8844 Ext. 428


Some information about Mr. Ryan...

This is Mr. Ryan's fifth year at St. Gerard Majella.  I strive to give my 
students a meaningful, hands-on experience during every lesson.
Mr. Ryan occasionally brings in some of his reptile friends to visit to 
enhance our learning experience. Please do not hesitate to tell Mr. Ryan if 
you are uncomfortable with snakes.  I am happy to accomadate you.  I used to 
have a terrible phobia of snakes, so I understand. 
I completed my undergraduate work of the University of Missouri-St. Louis.  I 
am certified by the State of Missouri to teach middle school science, middle 
school social studies, and secondary social studies as well.  Please do not 
hesitate to ask if you need help in any subject.
I am currently enrolled in a master's program in special education at Webster 
University.  I anticipate completion of this degree in 2011.

Mission For The Class

My mission for the science class is simple...  Science is generally thought 
of as a topic we study in school.  Science is really a way of thinking and 
looking at the world to find answers.  Similar to how an explorer ventures 
out into the world because he/she asks themselves, "What's out there?"  I 
would like all of my students to be able to think like a scientist, and apply 
this way of thinking to all their subjects.  Communication skills will be 
emphasized as well.