Janis MacDonell

Janis joined the Lake Area Tech team in January 2025 as a Chemistry Lab instructor. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science from California State University, Fullerton; Teaching certification from Azusa Pacific University, California; and a Master’s degree in Biological Science Education from Western Governors University, Utah. She has taught subjects at all levels for just over 25 years including Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Astronomy, and Environmental Science. Janis moved to South Dakota 10 years ago from California. She is married and has four children. In her free time, she loves to hike, travel, study astronomy, stargaze, and hang out with her family. She is also learning to speak Italian.
Janis MacDonell
General Education / Chemistry