Susan has worked in the Arts all her life. That is what I am proud of, becoming a kind person, whose values lie with those of the School, and the amazing people within it. info@friendsschoolboulder.org 303.499.1999. In her spare time, she loves to spend lots of time with her son Laurence and enjoys literature and yoga as well as art and painting. North Hobart TAS 7000 She has been in Washington, D.C since 2012 and has graduated from Howard University with a BA in Radio, Television and Film and Johns Hopkins University with MS in Education. Jackie was an assistant teacher in the Blue Room from 1984 to 1991. I believe the 3, 4, and 5 year old child is a magical being with an enchanting view of the world. 215-533-5368 Prior to her arrival at Friends, Megan owned The Children's Academy for the Arts, a performing and creative arts academy for children. She is certified in Infant, Toddler and Twos Montessori Teaching with the North American Montessori Center. Elsy has worked with young children at all ages. Limited Spots Available! Frank IngrassiaPresidentFriends Academy Alumni ParentAndy MenzinSecretaryFriends Academy Alumni ParentFriends Academy Class of 1981Member, Matinecock Monthly Meeting, David GelfandVice PresidentFriends Academy Alumni ParentRaj SinghTreasurerFriends Academy Parent, Jeff DanielsFriends Academy ParentFriends Academy, Class of 1990Tony FlorenceFriends Academy ParentThomas GibianFormer Head, Sandy Spring Friends SchoolMember, Sandy Spring Monthly MeetingRachel Etess GreenFriends Academy ParentGregory JaskeMember, Matinecock Monthly MeetingFriends Academy Class of 2004Jeannine LostrittoFormer Friends Academy ParentJed MoreyFriends Academy ParentFriends Academy Class of 1990Carolyn MottFriends Academy ParentJoe PodbelaFriends Academy Alumni ParentMember, Matinecock Monthly MeetingDavid SeelerFriends Academy Class of 1959Craig WhiteFriends Academy Former ParentMember, Matinecock Monthly MeetingFriends Academy Class of 1961Stephen WitthuhnFriends Academy ParentFriends Academy Class of 2001, John GamblingFriends Academy, Class of 1969Friends Academy Alumni ParentMember, Matinecock Monthly Meeting, 270 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560, Introducing Friends Academy's next Head of School: Paul J. Stellato, College Preparation The Friends Academy Journey. LaJuan accepted the position at School for Friends . Degrees: Master in Business Administration, Old Dominion University Lisette has published articles and lectured internationally about art for blind and visually impaired students. Devin is often known for being the ""school mom,"" making connections with the students that far outlast the classroom. Sabina joined the School for Friends staff in Spring of 2003. She has numerous early childhood certifications in toddler development and guidance, cultural diversity, literacy play, and outdoor learning environments. I am truly excited to be the newest member of the Friends School family! John has had diverse experience developing and supporting high-quality alternative programs for students. Whats your favorite kind of music, favorite band, book, movie, food you pick? His younger daughter, Angela, was in the first graduating class in 1996. She had the opportunity to get to know the school and wanted to play a more integral part. Barbara is excited about the 2021-2022 academic year! Brianis originally from the Boston area. Our community is at the heart of all we do. Maritza is certified as an Early Childhood Professional with The Cares Association. Wilmington University We are a Quaker day school near Durham, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough, North Carolina. Tanya loves the early childhood program because this is the time when students' personalities blossom and she truly enjoys seeing the "light bulb" go on when they catch on and learn something new. She is thrilled to still be a part of the Wellsprings Friends community, and eternally grateful to the staff and board at Wellsprings for embracing her child and reinvigorating their love of learning. Friends has provided me with the best experience to be a supportive, compassionate, empathetic, and fun teacher that truly cares about relationships and seeing every child for who they are. enquiries@friends.tas.edu.au, The Friends School Incorporated Trading as The Friends School CRICOS Registration Number 00477G ABN 34 682 819 626, Native Speaker and previously German Teacher, Deputy Head, Early Learning to Year 1, Morris. MS Librarian, Specialist ES and MS (Innovation/Technology). After co-teaching 5th grade at Friends for 2 years, I am starting a new role as the Associate Program Coordinator. The students are in for a treat! Sandy Spring Friends School SSFS is a progressive, coed, college preparatory Quaker school serving students from Preschool (age 3) through 12th Grade, with optional 5- and 7-day boarding programs in the Upper School. Log in, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, School Registrar, Administrative Associate, Director of Afterschool Programs, ES and MS Physical Education teacher, Advancement Office, Exploratory Teacher, Support Staff for ES/MS, Director of Athletics, Lead Classroom Teacher MS (Math), Director of the Arts, Specialist ES and MS (Creative Dramatics), Director of Program Development, MS World Studies Teacher, 7G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher MS (Math and Science), 6G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher Teacher (Second Grade), Lead Classroom Teacher Friends' Central Fund FCS Lower School Campus Virtual Tour Take the virtual tour Friends' Central's New Center for Innovation & Design Explore STEAM at FCS We Go Further Academics at FCS We Aim Higher The Arts at FCS We Grow Stronger Athletics at FCS FCS City Avenue Campus Virtual Tour Take the virtual tour FCS Lower School Campus Virtual Tour Ed lives in Norfolk and is married with three grown children. John of Portland, Oregon is a very devoted member of the Eugene Friends Meeting. I have been living in Colorado since 1991. Our mission is to provide challenging academics in a diverse environment, drawing on the values, of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality and stewardship to empower our students to go out into the world with conscience, conviction and compassion. Kate is known for getting her hands dirty in the garden and walking around with snakes draped around her neck. Ive taught at Friends School since 1989. Discover how our dedicated faculty guide our students through their academic journey in the Lower School. Degrees: B.A. Founded on Quaker values that still apply today, The Friends School thrives on an intrinsic spirit of inclusion, service to others and an open and welcoming community. 3800 Kalmia Avenue 210. Tieshia comes to VBFS from Courthouse Montessori School where she was the lead Toddler Teacher for 18 years. Tieshia instantly and instinctually gravitates to the Quaker testimonies (S.P.I.C.E.S) and sees working in a classroom guided by these values as an extension of the Montessori philosophy, a philosophy that believes teachers act as guides who follow children. Gabby loves working with children of all ages as they truly brighten her day, but she's especially fond of seeing the growth in concepts as middle schoolers move through the years. Ed is a former journalist with The Boston Globe, The National Law Journal and other publications and a consultant in communications. She has worked with children with special needs, ages three to ten years old in private practice and in preschools. Roberta has worn many hats at VBFS since 2011 - subbing as a teacher's assistant, school purchasing and helping the front office. Breaking News, Sports, Manitoba, Canada. She has also participated in multiple workshops over the years and she received her CDA credential. She has earned her CDA credential. 7 reviews of The Gardner School of Brentwood "Our infant daughter has attended The Gardner School of Brentwood for one month now & our family is beyond happy! Kaleigh has always loved working with children of all ages and abilities. Roy joins the Virginia Beach Friends School Community as the new Kindergarten through Fourth Grade math teacher. Wellsprings Friends School is a place where the education of an individual student is as treasured as the interconnectedness of our community. She is currently pursuing an Associate degree in Business Management. Mary McDowell Friends School is a K-12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities. Ceramics & Art / Technology Assistant. She was born in Peru, and has a passion for swimming. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or physical handicap with regard to student admissions, financial aid awards, the administration of our educational policies, hiring of staff, Trustee selection, or any other program or activity of the school. Most recently, Mike brings a passion for whole-child education developed during his time as the Assistant Head of School then Head of School at Quest Montessori School in Narragansett, Rhode Island. Where are you from and where do you live now? . She moved to Virginia Beach two years ago from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. Carolina Friends School actively strives to be a community of staff, students, and families of diverse backgrounds. She graduated from Lynchburg College with a bachelor's degree in psychology, and has been working with children ages infant to kindergarten for over 12 years. She worked at First Baptist Child Care Center for two years. Paul Bailey. I have one younger sister who has a 1 and 4 year old that I take on adventures often. Tanya is also a member of the VBFS Diversity Committee. I am very excited for this next chapter in my life, and to have the opportunity to workat Friends School this coming school year. Berna holds a BA in English Language Teaching and an MA in Early Childhood Education. Mike brings twenty-five years of public and private school education experience to his position as the Head of School at Virginia Beach Friends School. Beyond the classroom, Dafna loves the art of photography, and is always looking to capture compelling moments with families, children and surfers against the natural beauty in and around Virginia Beach. The largest Quaker School in the World (and the only Quaker School in Australia), The Friends School offers education programs from Early Learning through to Year 12. COVID update: The Gardner School of Brentwood has updated their hours and services. Here she has enjoyed melding the high ideals of the Quaker social and spiritual framework with innovative methods for optimizing student appreciation and learning of today's subject matter. The largest Quaker School in the World (and the only Quaker School in Australia), The Friends' School offers education programs from Early Learning through to Year 12. Previously, for five years, Maritza was a swim instructor teaching students ages one to twelve and coached volleyball for three years. B.M. Mike's introduction to Quaker education came in his role as the Dean of Students at Moses Brown School in Providence, RI. Maritza has fifteen years of experience with infants to three years in a classroom setting as an assistant teacher. Academic Rigor Model of Diversity Values [] Through this process students have the power to find the answers and enact true change as citizens of their community, and in turn this allows Roy to challenge each student as well as guide them to find their worth and value in the world. B.A. Anna comes to Friends School with a Bachelor of Arts in Science from the University of California at Santa Barbara in Environmental Studies. When the academic "fit" of a school matches a student's personality and goals, the sky's the limit. Anne Marie earned the BA in English (with minors in Spanish and Women's & Gender Studies) and MLIS in Library and Information Studies at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, then joined that university's . Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. Currently she is doing a lot of work on environmental and justice issues. She has been a teacher in New York City public schools for the last decade. In addition to teaching at Friends, Ed Ed volunteers at The Tidewater Wooden Boat Workshop, teaching disadvantaged kids how to build and sail wooden boats. She graduated from Catholic University of America in May 2020 with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. She likes to spend time outdoors, on the beach and trying new food. Kris holds a PhD in Communication and Media. Degrees: Masters in Business Administration, Old Dominion University Marissa has worked in a variety of settings, from military bases to non-profit organizations, and has served many different types of families throughout her career. As a Friends School parent, her daughter Courtney graduated in 2015. She loved the atmosphere and culture of Friends! She is the Head of Nursery at Friends Meeting of Washington where she has been providing childcare for over a decade. She and her husband live in Virginia Beach and currently have two Friends early-school alumni attending university. Phone: 740-425-3655 Ext. Audrey is looking forward to an exciting new school year! A faculty member in the School of Education, she taught classes in reading and writing for pre-service teachers. Our Board of Trustees are dedicated to the short-term goals and long-term successes of our school. I'd never heard of Friends School until my oldest son turned 2. Jamie has also worked as a Lead Naturalist for the Fairfax County Park Authority at Hidden Pond Park, where she planned programs and led experiential learning experiences for K-12 students in Fairfax County. As an educator, she believes incontributing to the development of a high-quality early learning program that provides unique educational opportunities for children. Please check your entries and try again. Candice enjoys coming to school everyday, where she sees her daughter, Charleston, grow as a student and a community citizen. She earned her AA Degree in early childhood education on May 13, 2006. Currently Bill finds pleasure in playing petanque, coaching girls basketball and growing tomatoes. Liberty University. New York City Metropolitan Area. Nicolettte's passion is teaching reading and writing to our young minds and creating a love for reading through daily read-alouds. He teaches to inspire, and to help students find their inner voice to become problem solvers who are stakeholders in their education. This. Bill is recently retired after over 50 years in various administrative roles, most recently twelve years as business manager and athletic director at Oak Hill School. 2021 by http://wellspringsfriends.org. Students from every identity deserve to see themselves in the books theyre reading. Friends School faculty and staff are an outstanding group of dedicated educators. Natalie enjoys sightseeing around Washington DC, hiking, photography, and learning about different cultures. In other high school basketball notes: Sandy Spring Friends repeats in the PVAC, and sophomore Jordan Scott leads South Lakes with his play, not his mouth. Degrees: B.E.D. Barbara returned to VBFS in 2019 after teaching science from 2001-2006 at Friends. Elsy was born in El Salvador. In the 2021-2022 academic year, Dafna was a celebrated educator by the school's accrediting body, Virginia Association of Independent Schools. George Mason University; Registered Behavior Technician; Provisional Teaching License, Special Education, General Curriculum, K-12, University of Virginia, Anticipate Completion, December 2023. After graduating from the University of Colorado Boulder in 1995, I began teaching preschool. Ed believes the ability to communicate is among the most important things a student can learn, and draws on his experience in journalism and corporate communications to teach kids how to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively. In her senior year of college, she shifted gears a bit and started working as a Registered Behavior Therapist for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Ngoc cherishes being able to help children overcome their fears and learn new things. Taryana enjoys music, spending time with her family, and reading. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their abilities, from new songs to counting and identifying things about themselves and their world in Spanish. Anna has also worked as Education Program Assistant at Fairview Gardens Center for Urban Agriculture, a local Los Angeles farm offering children's programs to connect kids with the land where their food comes from. In addition to her work in the classroom, Megan enjoys creating art and spending time with her family. The past 10 years the Foundation has averaged over $22,000 per year for annual dues and donations. Friends School is a welcoming and enriching place to work where I can learn from my colleagues, students, and the community. Our teachers work as a team, sharing insights as well as curricular goals, ensuring that our program builds cohesively from preschool through 8th grade. Singer Katy Perry broke down on the set of "American Idol" Sunday after an emotional audition from Santa Fe High School mass shooting survivor Trey Louis. I love teaching math, and have taught it at every level from sixth grade through community college over the past decade. At A Glance. She served as a Sunday School Director for almost 10 years, worked in the public school Pre-K program for 6 years and in a private daycare for 3 years. My teachers helped me to discover a passion for learning and for the Humanities, which I now study at university. In 2002, she took the 90-hour course in early childhood education. Instead of an apple, Roy prefers a great cup of cappuccino! I wholeheartedly believe that teaching is what I was meant to do and I am incredibly excited to be at Friends to start my journey. We are thrilled she has joined VBFS! She has been working with infants and toddlers since 2015. In this position, she truly found her passion for working with children with learning and behavior challenges. Staff. SOUTH Campus: Old Dominion University Like Friends, I am committed to supporting children with finding their spark and joy in learning throughinquiry of the world aroundthem. Kim Bouchier. She became a Certificated Instructor of Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) At A Glance. Lizzie Dewis. She loves children and spending time with them. Montessori School of Denver (MSD), located in beautiful Colorado, is seeking a Middle School Math Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.The position is set to start in August 2023. Makai has a strong interest in international affairs, social justice, and anti-racism work. Heenjoys hiking and reading. She has 12 years of independent school experience, of which 9 of them are specifically at Quaker schools. She thrives in a fast-paced environment and with three little ones in tow, considers herself a problem solver and task master. Audrey has a passion for teaching and guiding children and loves learning from the way they see the world. kparkcook@frankfordfriends.org. Working with children has been a passion for me since childhood. LaJuan was born and raised in Washington, DC and attended DC public schools. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. MS Science, 8G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher Degrees: Penn State and Old Dominion University. Founded on Quaker values that still . Now with both of her children enrolled at Friends, Theo is enrolled in the Pre-Kindergarten program, she was hired to be the Director of First Adventure's at Friends, an infant through four year old grown up and me program. She enjoys spending time in nature with her husband, and loves to play tennis and the piano. Being a Hampton Roads Native, Braden enjoys spending time doing many things with her friends and family outside of school. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. Megan was the recipient of both an ALLI and a Governor's Award for the Arts for her work with Hampton Roads children. A retired California public school educator of thirty-nine years, he has served as a teacher, school principal, director of instruction and assistant-superintendent for instructional services. She completed her Child Development Associate credential in 1991. Degree: BA in Psychology, Certified Elementary Education PK-4, Hollins University. Braden started her career as a 3rd grade teacher with Suffolk Public Schools and continued her career with Hampton City Public Schools and Virginia Beach City Public Schools, teaching 4th grade. nicole@friendsschoolportland.org Rachel Fischoff Rachel Fischhoff is the Lead 3-4 Teacher. After past corporate experience, owning a small business, and a stint as a stay at home mom, Anna eventually found herself in her element when leading the social and fundraising committee at Beach Day School. She is thrilled to be part of the Friends School community and of the success of her childrens education here. Taryana is enrolled in the CDA certificate program to continue to guide children and help them reach many milestones. He and his wife Stephanie Judson have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and two grandsons. Makai graduated from Trinity Washington University with a Masters of Art in Early Childhood Education in December 2010 after completing Trinity Universitys undergraduate program with a B.A. Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: He loves to interact with his students and teach them skills in a variety of sports and activities. Sandy is a former member of the Delaware Valley Friends School Board of Trustees, and has served on the Orchard Friends Board since 2006 and as Board Chair since 2009. Kate loves teaching S.T.E.A.M and science! I love my role as a teacher educator! She is grateful for the opportunity to help play a role in guiding the next generation of leaders and thinkers here at School For Friends. Many years ago, when interviewing for graduate school, I told the selection committee my goal was to be a childrens librarian on an Indian reservation. After High School, she completed nearly two years of education at the University of the District of Columbia with a concentration in the nursing department. Stories are at the heart of FSA, moments that we feel seen, places weve been, the people weve loved and who have influenced us. I am happy to have this opportunity to help, inspire and support the students, and to create opportunities for the students to grow. Staff and CIT applications are now available. Ive been fortunate to be teaching at Friends Preschool since 1999. Nurturing the unique gifts of every child and designing lessons that are enjoyable, accessible, and engaging light me up! Marissa is excited to join the VBFS family as the new Kindergarten teacher! Degrees: B.S in Parks and Tourism, Radford University. Boulder, CO 80301, Email: Sandy is an avid baseball fan and enjoys joining a friend to watch the stars on a clear . Degree: A.S., Early Childhood Education, Tidewater Community College, Anticipated December 2022 graduation with a B.S in Early Childhood Education from Ashworth College. Angela brings her great personality, personalized instruction and experience to the Cottage. Her wealth of knowledge in management, methodology and education is precise and plentiful. Meet the Staff: Steve Fragleasso. Her background is in environmental experiential learning and nonprofit management. As part o, Summer at Friends is LIVE!!! She has worked for over 13 years in the Emergency Child Care Center at Fannie Mae, which served roughly about 735 children ranging from 6 months to 13 years old. The Friends' School Incorporated Trading as The Friends' School CRICOS Registration Number 00477G ABN 34 682 819 626. She transitioned to the Cottage Assistant Teacher position in the fall of 2020 and teamed up with her long-time friend and co-educator from Courthouse Montessori, Teacher Tieshia. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. Every teacher knows every child. Trained in a variety of methods that include Responsive Classroom and Orton-Gillingham, our teachers are equipped to work with students of varying needs and experiences. Posted on December 18, 2019. Associate Program Coordinator for Elementary, Middle School Humanities Teacher, Middle School Advisor, TPP Advisor, Middle School Program Coordinator, Admissions Assistant, Registrar, Middle School Science Teacher, Middle School Advisor, Student Advocate and Wellness Educator (5th-8th), Middle School Math Teacher, Middle School Technology Teacher. She loves cultivating that shared joy alongside children of all ages, gaining intrinsic rewards from each grade level. It is an exciting time for these new community members and the students and colleagues who will benefit from their teaching and contributions. Carolina Friends School actively strives to be a community of staff, students, and families of diverse backgrounds. She has also had a close connection to the Friends School community, as she attended and graduated at the top of her class from Friends in the Spring of 2015. With over 23 years of experience in teaching at MOCA (previously known as the Contemporary Art Center) and 13 years with us at Friends. Each staff member and teacher is committed to the overall wellbeing and growth of Friends School. Icome to Friends with over 20 years of experienceworking for the Denver Public Schools as well as many years working as a carpenter and a cabinetmaker. Prior to coming to the Friends School, she worked as a teacher with children ages 2-6 at Woods Creek Montessori. Desktop-Navigation. Tieshia's Montessori background meshes perfectly with Friends education and the pedagogy of teaching to the whole child. As a teacher, I seek to honor the diversity of students interests, backgrounds, identities, and learning needs. She loves to spend time with her family. Lee Ann is a long-time supporter of Richmond Friends School and is happy to begin her "retirement" sharing her love of reading, creating art, singing and being joyful with our preschoolers at Trueblood. After a few years volunteering at Beach Day, she now puts her MBA with a background in marketing to use by planning fundraising events and focusing on the growth and development of Friends School. Friends is one of twenty-two schools that are Leading Partner Schools of the GEBG Global Student Dialogues program, and are helping to design and shape the curriculum. She hopes the library will forever be a safe place for students to explore and engage new thoughts and ideas. Ngoc enjoys spending time with herlovedones and buying cute things. Most of her experience has been with special needs children. Jacob Crow. Her favorite subject to teach is math because it involves other disciplines such as phonics, the alphabet, sounds, and correct formation of letters and numbers. Dear members of the MIT community and friends, It has been an exciting and eventful start to the year for our engineering community. Finding ways for kids to feel seen, heard and honored has always been my goal. Each person listed below has made a contribution to the lives of many students educational journey. She knows how to reach and connect with children of all ages and abilities, and understands that collaboration with families and teachers is imperative to learning. Bachelors in Anthropology, Binghamton University. In 2017, she was awarded Teacher of the Year from Washington FAMILY Magazine. James inspires students and adults with his amazing artistic skills and talent. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. Ngoc has beenworking with children since her teenage years. We cannot, however, extend the deadline of February 7 for financial, Address: The Friends School of Atlanta 862 Columbia Drive Decatur, GA 30030. Earlier this month, seven MIT researchers and fourteen alumni were elected to the National Academy of Engineering, one of the highest honors bestowed upon an engineer.I find myself truly inspired by this talented group of individuals all leaders in their . We value integrity, community, equality, peace and justice. On January 25, Upper School students, faculty and staff participated in Friends' annual Day of Concern, which provided "An Exploration of Gender on the Path to Equity.". They deserve to think of themselves as the main characters, worthy of a cover, and not just a side character or comic relief. My favorite food is coconut lemongrass green curry. Two are teachers and one graduated from Friends School! 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