Abraham Lincoln Middle School - Florida Regional Middle School Science Bowl
Coach Cee Petrilla is currently teaching eighth-grade science at Lincoln Middle School in Gainesville, Florida. She holds a Master of Science degree in geophysics and a Bachelor of Science degree in geology. Coach Petrilla worked for a short time as an exploration geophysicist in the oil industry before becoming a math and science teacher. She enjoys flower gardening, cooking, and learning new things!
Co-Coach Bill Zhao is currently enrolled as a senior in the IB Program at Eastside High School in Gainesville, Florida. Coach Zhao has participated in and been on several winning teams for many Science Bowls and math competitions. His favorite subjects include zoology and topology. He is currently studying for a career in proton enhanced nuclear induction spectroscopy. In his free time, Coach Zhao can be found aspiring to be a geological mapping state champion, as well as finding ways to treat rhabdomyolysis. His main motivation for attending the National Science Bowl competition is the quote "Swag Don't Come Cheap" said by Magnus Carlsen.
Anish Patel is in the seventh grade. He is currently enrolled in the Lyceum program at Lincoln Middle School in Gainesville, Florida. When not doing math or science, Anish enjoys playing tennis or riding a bike. In the near future, Anish hopes to attend a top college in the U.S., although he is still undecided about what to major in.
Liouville Ran is fourteen years old and is in the eighth grade. He is currently enrolled in the Lyceum program at Lincoln Middle School in Gainesville, Florida. Liouville enjoys science very much as it is his favorite subject. He is most interested in chemistry and biology because they showcase the most interesting events. In the future, Liouville wants to pursue a career in the medical field or as a scientific researcher.
Michael Wei is twelve years old. He is in the seventh grade and currently enrolled in the Lyceum program at Lincoln Middle School in Gainesville, Florida. Michael has two brothers. He enjoys playing tennis and the piano. Michael plans to learn coding and some other techy stuff. He hopes to attend college in the future.
Andrew Xing is in eighth grade. He is currently enrolled in the Lyceum program at Lincoln Middle School in Gainesville, Florida. Some of Andrew’s hobbies are chess, tennis, and reading. Andrew is also interested in astronomy, physics, and chemistry. Andrew is thinking of being an astronomer as he would be able to learn about our universe. Andrew has a sister.
Luke Xue is in the eighth grade and currently enrolled in the Lyceum program at Lincoln Middle School in Gainesville, Florida. Luke’s hobbies include soccer, math, physics, and playing both the piano and the violin. Luke has one brother and two cats along with two chickens. Luke plans to become a professional soccer player and become famous on YouTube. Luke has plans to attend college but is undecided on what career to pursue.
