Ms. Brittny Birrell brings 15 years of experience in science and technology education to CVCS. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Cellular Biology and Neuroscience from Montana State University in Bozeman, during which she spent a year studying Biochemistry at the University of Exeter in the United Kingdom. She completed her teaching credential program in Life Sciences and Chemistry through California State University, Long Beach, and later earned a Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University.

Throughout her career, Ms. Birrell has sought to give students opportunities to experience science beyond the traditional classroom. She founded and coached both a FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team and a Brain Bee neuroscience competition team.

Ms. Birrell loves helping students become curious, confident thinkers who are willing to wrestle with difficult questions. She believes studying science offers an extraordinary opportunity to develop a deeper sense of wonder for the complexity and beauty of God's creation.

Outside the classroom, Ms. Birrell treasures time with her daughter, especially stand-up paddle boarding and exploring Disneyland together. She is an avid reader and enjoys board games and video games. She is also a runner who regularly participates in local half marathons and is currently training for her first full marathon. Early morning runs have become one of her favorite times for prayer, reflection, and time with God.

Education and Credentials

• Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction – Western Governors University

• Bachelor of Science in Cellular Biology and Neuroscience – Montana State University, Bozeman

• Single Subject Teaching Credential: Life Sciences and Chemistry – California State University, Long Beach