Meet the Science Department
Fred Hintze, 6th Grade Earth and Space Science Teacher
fred.hintze@cottonwoodclassical.org
Joy VanLief, 7th Grade Life Science Teacher
joy.vanlief@cottonwoodclassical.org
Joy has been with CCPS for 4 years. She currently teaches 7th grade life science. Joy was drawn to science through medical research, primarily pediatric neurology/ child development. In addition to teaching, Joy can be found working with the Natural Helpers, representing the faculty at Governing Council meetings, traveling with a tour, or hanging out in Study Club on Mondays. When not at school, Joy enjoys hiking, traveling, gardening, and drinking tea and coffee.
Dr. Jennifer Reid-Smith, 8th Grade Biology Teacher
jen.reidsmith@cottonwoodclassical.org
Mr. Robert Mattingly, 9th Grade Physics and IB Physics Teacher
robert.mattingly@cottonwoodclassical.org
Robert has been teaching at CCPS for 6 years. He is currently teaching 9th grade Physics and IB Physics. Robert was drawn to science because it is fun, engaging and thought-provoking. In addition to teaching, Robert can be seen around school running Dungeons & Dragons club as well as the Miniatures & Models club.
Mr. Bryant Johnson, 9th Grade Physics, IB Core Teacher, and After School Coordinator
bryant.johnson@cottonwoodclassical.org
Ms. Maggie Bradney, 10th Grade Chemistry and IB Chemistry Teacher
margaret.bradney@cottonwoodclassical.org
Ms. Bradney has been teaching at CCPS for 10 years. She is currently teaching 10th grade Chemistry and IB DP Chemistry. Ms. Bradney is drawn to teaching science because she asks a lot of questions. In addition to teaching, Ms. Bradney can be seen around school coaching the Science Olympiad team and advising the Queer Straight Alliance. When not at school, she enjoys hanging out with her dogs, gardening, and travelling.
Ian Geib, 10th Grade Chemistry, IB Biology, and IB ESS Teacher
ian.geib@cottonwoodclassical.org
Sonja Stiefel, 8th Grade Visual Arts and IB Biology Teacher