Mr. Richard Tidwell Chairman of the Science Department

Goal: Bland High School seeks to ensure that every student with the potential and interest in science, engineering and math has the necessary background and support to pursue her interests from pre-school through the end of their high school experience here.

Challenge: In an increasingly technology-oriented society, an understanding of science and mathematics is essential to meet the need for a technically competent work force. Science-related education is a primary concern at Bland. Our curriculum is designed to produce citizen-scientists upon graduation ready to enter the work force with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Strategy: At Bland, we believe fervently that we can teach students to embrace science. By recognizing learning style differences and different ways of learning for our students, we continue to combat the traditional adolescent student's lack of confidence, lack of encouragement from adults, and diminished belief in the value of science and mathematics. By raising expectations for science achievement and holding students to higher standards we can improve that sense of accomplishment and begin to break down the stereotypes associated with competence in science.