Science Department Chairperson
Phone: 410-485-5000
Email: [email protected]
Mrs. Burton graduated from St. Mary’s College of Maryland with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. She then earned her Master’s Degree from Towson University. A lifelong learner, she completed her Administrator I Certification at Towson University in May of 2026.
Recently, she successfully completed her 2nd Master’s Degree in Biological Sciences from Clemson University. Mrs. Burton enjoys being in the classroom and inspiring students to find their passion for science. She teaches AP Biology, Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Biotechnology, Forensics, and Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences. Additionally, she is the co-moderator of the Pickleball Club and Science Olympiad. During the winter athletic season, Mrs. Burton serves as the Assistant Coach of the Swim Team. Yearly, she participates in the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Reading where thousands of AP exams are evaluated. She is trained and certified by Project Lead the Way to teach Principles of Biomedical Sciences, Human Body Systems, Medical Interventions, and Biomedical Innovations.
In 2024, Mrs. Burton was named Archbishop Curley Teacher of the Year and was later awarded Archdiocesan Teacher of the Year in May 2024. Recently, she was named the 2025 Outstanding Biology Teacher Awardee for the State of Maryland. This award was created by the National Association of Biology Teachers in 1962. In her spare time, she enjoys scuba diving, skiing, traveling, needlepointing, and reading a good book. She resides in Severna Park with her husband and two sons.