#laboratory experience

My interest in a career in dental medicine began when I was at SAHS. I loved science and those classes definitely provided me with the knowledge and fueled my ambition to pursue a career as a dentist. I recall working on experiments in the labs, where we sometimes had to pair up and work in groups because we shared Bunsen burners and other equipment. In Chemistry,

I sat at a lab table with Anya, Eesha & Tayo, which resulted in a lot of time discussing the experiments (and other non-related Chemistry subjects too). I think that our Chemistry teacher, Mrs. Stokes sometimes turned a blind eye to our chatting, because she understood that sharing our enthusiasm with friends made the subject even more fun. With the support of my teachers, completing my CXC SBA Manuals for (Chemistry, Biology & Physics) left me armed with confidence in my abilities and equipped with groundwork for vital scientific skills (from practical to data analysis).

Tiffany Ashton, DDS, SAHS Class of 1998

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science education – hands on laboratory experience is necessary for
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scientists, and to empower girls to do their best. As Dr. Ashton recalls, science class was a place – a safe space –for collaborative learning skills…and building friendships:
http://www.razoo.com/story/St-Andrew-High-Science-Lab-4-Campaign-Because-Girls-In-Science-Matter