Welcome to 7th Grade Science and 8th Grade STEM

Welcome! I am looking forward to the new school year even with all of the uncertainties and changes! I love technology and I am looking forward to implementing and exploring useful online activities to help students find their love of science and engineering.

“great people are those who make others feel that they, too, can become great.”

Mark Twain

A little About Mrs. Kornelis

I have always had a love for science and engineering. I have a Bachelors degree is in Environmental Studies with a Minor in Geology. I actually worked as an Environmental Scientist for 10 years before I went into teaching. I worked as a science consultant for Engineering firms where I helped clients across the United States with matters pertaining to water quality, air quality, hazardous waste and materials management, and health and safety. While I enjoyed my job as a Scientist, I also wanted to explore teaching. I wanted to share my passion for science with others.

I went back to school and received a Science and Multiple Subjects teaching credential through Chapman University along with a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction through Brandman University. I enjoy being able to design curriculum for my students and I am now going on my eighth year of teaching. This is my fourth year at Cavitt Jr. High and I am super excited to be part of the Cavitt family.