Rick earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry from St. Lawrence University, and a Masters of Education with a focus on secondary science education from Binghamton University. Rick holds a New York State permanent certification for both Chemistry (Grades 7-12) and General Science (Grades 7-12). Rick is also a Google for Education Certified Trainer, a Schoology Ambassador, a Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator, a Common Sense Media Certified Educator, a Plickers Ambassador, and a Swivl Teacher Pioneer.