Togetherness is the lesson for the day. Kristen Tucker, an integrated science teacher, chats with us about excellent advice for people thinking about joining a teachers' association, natural science in the International Baccalaureate® (IB) world, and the importance of inclusivity when going through change and transformation. This one’s more than just your typical episode, so tune in!

Key takeaways to listen for

• What is ELD Science?

• Tips on how to build a positive community in science classes

• Factors that helped with Capuchino’s positive International Baccalaureate® (IB) transformation

• Differences between IB and non-IB school programs

Resources mentioned in this episode

English Language Development (ELD)

Advanced Placement (AP)

Biology Approaches to Learning (ATL) IB

About Kristen Tucker

Kristen Tucker has been teaching science at Capuchino HS since 1993. She has a BA in Environmental Science from Swarthmore College and received her teaching credential from SFSU. She also loves teaching science at Capuchino because the students and the staff are very friendly and motivated. When she is not at Capuchino she is in San Francisco with her two children and husband. Her hobbies are reading, cooking, and playing soccer. She started playing soccer when she was young, and she is still playing on two women’s teams.

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