Staff & Contact Info
John Papadonis was indoctrinated into the Science Center philosophy by the Needham Science Center where he served as its first aide from 1966 – 68. Before becoming coordinator of the Science Center, he taught at the Marshall Simonds Middle School in Burlington. Mr. Papadonis worked summers as a technical exhibit designer and course instructor for the New England Aquarium.
Wendy Pavlicek, K-8 Science Specialist, is responsible for the Center’s Live Animal Collection and Life Science Program. Ms. Pavlicek obtained a Biology degree from the University of Rhode Island and a Masters of Science Education from Cambridge College. Wendy worked at the Museum of Science for three years doing public and school programs and is still on staff, part-time. Wendy is also a licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator.
Diane Welch is the Science Center Asisstant. She works at the Science Center, helping to maintain and upgrade kits, manage the office and occasionally helps with school programs. She is also a Burlington resident. Diane is a falconer and her son, Shane, attended Pine Glen School.
MaryLou McQuinn retired from the Science Center. We wish her well and she will be forever missed.
Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-3:00
sciencecenter@burlington.mec.edu
781-270-1835
Burlington Science Staff is awesome!!!!! Love you all!!! especially my sister wendy!
I am proud of what you all do for the children and the animals. keep up the good work!!!
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Boy do I miss you all at the Science Center!!!! How lucky the Burlington Community is to have you!
We miss you too Mrs. Majka!!