David Burchfield

Mr. Burchfield graduated from Ft. Hays State University with degrees in both Chemistry and Laboratory Biology. He then spent 5 years in graduate school at Kansas State University studying Microbiology, Immunology and Biochemistry. While at KSU, he was a NASA fellow and was also funded by the Department of Defense. After graduate school he spent time as a brewer, a food chemist, a phone company manager, and a restaurant manager. He has taught several science courses for colleges across Kansas and has been part of the Northfield community since 2003. He currently leads the Science Department and coaches Junior High Basketball.

On Science by David Burchfield
Sometimes you can’t get the answer. But here is where the beauty comes in: you know there is an answer. (more)

Biology

The emphasis of this course is the investigation of life, including sections on biochemistry, cellular biology, ecology, zoology, and botany. Course material is delivered through open-forum lectures and laboratories.

Capstone Biology

This is taught as a college-level course that covers biochemistry, cellular biology, human anatomy and physiology, ecology and botany. Weekly labs cover a wide range of biological experiments.

Chemistry

Students explore and develop the scientific thought process as it addresses chemicals and their interactions. Students investigate matter, elements, atomic theory, stoichiometry, and limiting reactants. Successful completion of Algebra II is a prerequisite for this class.