Woodlawn High School

Welcome to the Science Department!

Department Chair: Asha Rajamani

Graduation Requirements

• 3 Science Credits
• You must successfully complete the three core classes of Earth Systems, Living Systems, and Integrated Physics & Chemistry (IPC) to meet the graduation requirements. After that, please consider completing one of the other fun courses.
• PASS NGSS Living Systems Exam

Classes Offered

• 9^th Grade - Earth Systems
• 10^th Grade - Living Systems
• 11^th Grade - Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC)
• AP Environmental Science
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Forensic Science

Message From the Department/ DC

The Woodlawn Science Department has been busy planning for lots of engaging real-world learning this year. Students should expect to think critically, work collaboratively, and solve real problems in their science courses.

Meet our Department Members Below!

 My name is Mrs. Asha Rajamani and I am the science department chair! I have been working in Woodlawn for over 15 years. I coach Badminton in Fall and Tennis in spring. If you are willing to be a part of the Woodlawn Athletic team, I will be glad to help you. When I am not teaching, I travel a lot. I love spending time with family in India. I Also, enjoy being close to nature because it makes me feel connected to the world. Follow my twitter account: https://twitter.com/ashapraks





Dana Behneman - Science Teacher
dbehneman@bcps.org
College Attended: Purdue University (BS) Johns Hopkins University (MHS & PhD)
Bio: My name is Dr. B and I have been in the science department at WHS since 2018. At home, I have two cats named Ollie and Butters and a Min-Pin Chihuahua rescue named Spoetzl. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy working out at Orange Theory, going to see my brother’s punk rock band, and grilling burgers at my sister’s house - I love cheeseburgers!




Chad Bernardelli - Science Teacher
cbernardelli@bcps.org
College Attended: Towson University (BS) Concordia University of Nebraska (MS)
Bio: My name is Mr. Bernardelli and I am in the science department at Woodlawn High School. I have been part of the BCPS system since I was in kindergarten, having earned my diploma from Eastern Technical High School in 2000. I love to talk about environmental issues in and outside of the classroom, but also love music (I play bass and guitar) and travelling/learning about different cultures and languages.

 Hi! I'm Mrs. Free and I am a third-year teacher here at Woodlawn. I recently got married and am loving the married life! In my spare time I love to play video games, weight lift, and play Dungeons and Dragons with my friends. I'm looking forward to a another great year at Woodlawn!





Bob Sales - Science Teacher
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College Attended: UMBC (BS) Johns Hopkins University (MS) 
Bio: My name is Mr. Sales and I am in the science department. I am a BCPS Alum, graduating from Dulaney High School in 1987.  I love hanging out with my three children, going on hikes, and bike riding.  I also enjoy going to sporting events, playing video games, eating, and napping.






Chanemia Singleton - Science Teacher
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College Attended: University at Albany, SUNY (BS & MS) City College, CUNY (MA) New York Chiropractic College (DC)
Bio: My name is Dr. Singleton. I joined the science department at Woodlawn HS in 2018. Prior to coming to WHS, I taught in the South Bronx for six years and in Anne Arundel County for five years. I worked as a Chiropractor in NYC for several years before changing careers to become a teacher. I love spending time with my son, traveling and attending concerts.