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Faculty
Auritte Cohen-Ross - Founder
A mother of two elementary school age kids, Ms. Ross founded Celsius and Beyond after her frustration and disappointment with the state of science education in the schools in the US. She came from Israel where the pursuit of science is encouraged and seen as critical to the success of the country's economic development.
Ms. Ross has spent 12 years in the high tech industry and served in the Israeli Defense Forces as a technical communications specialist. She is a Cum laude economics graduate of Temple University in Philadelphia.
Chantilly Apollon PhD
Chantilly did her post doctorate research at UCSF on developmental biology. She currently lectures at City College of San Francisco.
Rodney Kessler
Rodney is an accomplished metalsmith artist with nearly 30 years experience starting at the age of 14. He teaches at the Crucible and is a graduate of Reever Academy and the Academy of Art College.
Jenny Carlson M.S.
Jenny is a biologist focusing on ecology and systematic biology. She is currently conducting research at San Francisco State University in the area of evolution of blood pathogens. Jenny also teaches biology at SFSU.
Holly Archer M.S.
Holly is a biologist focusing on ecology and systematic biology. She is currently conducing research at San Francisco State University in the area of avian parasites and malaria. Holly also teaches science at various intercity schools in San Francisco.
Rebecca Alonzi
Rebecca is a professional and personal chef and culinary instructor. Rebecca trained at the Michelin rated restaurant Quince and teaches kids at Graze the Roof Garden project.
Sean Mason
Sean is a computer programmer and inventor. Sean has been teaching Robotics in various private schools in San Francisco since 2003. He specializes in Robotix and Lego’s Mindstorm®.
Jessica Maxfield M.S.
Jessica is a biologist with concentration in evolution at San Francisco State University.
Brittany Belin PhD
Brittany is a research scientist at UCSF specializing in biophysicist and biochemists. Her research focuses on DNA and the immune system.
