Science
From hands-on elementary discovery to rigorous high school lab sciences, our science teachers make complex concepts come alive. Using Apologia, Abeka, and other quality curricula, they guide students through biology, chemistry, physics, and specialized sciences like forensics and marine biology.
Our science educators emphasize critical thinking, real-world application, and the wonder of God’s creation—helping students see science as an exploration of how God designed the world.
Jean’s educational strengths have always been math and science. “I would be honored to share my passion of these subjects with your student. It has been my experience that the Lord uses my enthusiasm for these subjects to motivate students to enjoy learning these subjects as well.”
Luis Jimenez
Teaches
- Botany & Zoology,
- Life Science
- General Science
- Forensic Science
Although Luis struggled with finding his calling in his early life, he knew for certain that he wanted to help others appreciate the world God has created and expand the opportunities available to them in the future.
From economics to pathobiology, his college studies gave him a deep appreciation for the sciences and a deep desire to study and understand the world. Working as a teaching assistant for his science professor, leading a team at a local Chick-fil-A, and instructing a Lego Robotics class at Tarrant County over the summers have given him valuable experience and a clear image of his calling.
As a teacher and as a Christian, Luis wants to serve others and further His kingdom in any way he can, especially in supporting homeschooled families. By teaching at THEO, he puts his skills, enthusiasm, and knowledge to use preparing students for whatever challenges await them in life.
Kathy Franda
- Life Science
- Marine Biology
- Watercolor Painting
God gave Susan a passion for teaching at an early age. She loves the interaction of ideas and trying to expand and spark excitement for science.
Her first experience was when she started working for a hospital as an Assistant Director of Health Sciences, where she was the liaison between the hospital and local corporations, giving monthly seminars about health issues for employees and their families. However, after having her first child, she felt God calling her to homeschool, so she put her career on hold and poured her passion into her children.
“What a gift and blessing it has been throughout the years and now reaping the benefits of having two children knowing the Lord and having two grandchildren to pass down that heritage.”
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Texas A&M University (attended Baylor University for 2 years prior)
Experience:
- 5 years teaching High School Chemistry
- 3 years teaching General & Physical Science
- 17 years of homeschooling
Emily Tanella
- Anatomy
- Physiology
Emily has always loved science ever since she was young, fascinated with God’s creation and how everything works. Homeschooled her whole life from Pre-K through senior year, Emily even took classes at THEO during her four years of high school (Class of 2014).
Shortly after graduating, God led her down the path to nursing. She started at Collin County Community College, where she took anatomy and physiology. “I fell in love with that class and all the different systems in the human body. I knew for sure, in that class, that nursing was what I was meant to do.”
Now a Neonatal ICU nurse for over 6 years, Emily is excited to start her teaching journey at THEO as a young mom who hopes to homeschool her own children one day. “I look forward to showing students how incredibly, and beautifully, God made the human body. I’m so excited for students to experience some of the hands-on learning that made me fall in love with this class!”
Education:
- Associate of Science, Collin County Community College
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Texas Woman's University
