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. Raena is currently a student at UDC working on her BA in Human Development. I am happy to have this opportunity to help, inspire and support the students, and to create opportunities for the students to grow. A teacher-librarian supervises each library, reporting to Stacey Pryer, Head of Libraries. I just moved to Lafayette with my partner, Megan, where we bought a house. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership from Thomas Edison State College, and for over 20 years worked at Princeton Friends School in Princeton, New Jersey, both as a teacher and in administration. Her responsibilities were to seek out and plan fun and engaging events for children. We often talk about teachers who inspired us, but for me, inspiration came from a tough little guy with bright brown eyes and mischievous sense of humor. In 2022 Alumni donations decreased to $6,815. 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. Prior to coming to the Friends School, she worked as a teacher with children ages 2-6 at Woods Creek Montessori. It is an exciting time for these new community members and the students and colleagues who will benefit from their teaching and contributions. She likes to spend time outdoors, on the beach and trying new food. Sandra is a proactive, pioneering administrator who focuses on the staff and inspires the students. Please submit your details and we'll be in touch, 23 Commercial Road The program is thriving and we are thrilled that Sarah was patient in waiting to show all the work she has put into the First Adventure's program! Roy is a certified Elementary Pre-Kindergarten through Sixth Grade teacher in Virginia, and comes to VBFS with seven years of teaching experience and over twenty years of experience working with children in many different facets.. From beginning his career as a camp counselor at Camp Swamp in Georgia, to teaching at a local Montessori school and Old Donation School, his diverse and unconventional background allows Roy to be able to craft his teaching style that is relational, creative, and well-rounded. Dee has worked with children and young adults ages 5- 21 for more 20 years providing community-based services to ensure at risk families are able to acquire the necessary skills to keep the family unit intact. Boulder, CO 80301, Email: She came to the US at age fifteen and finished high school here. She also loves teaching about Hispanic culture and helping them connect with Spanish speaking countries in ways that are meaningful and relatable to them. To contact us, please email summercamp@friendsbalt.org or call 410-649-3218. Working with children has been a passion for me since childhood. At A Glance. 7 years old to 10 years old Theme Weeks. 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. MS Language Arts, 5G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher MS Math, 5G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher MS Social Studies and Geography, 6G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher MS Language Arts and Latin, G7 Homeroom 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. Summer Fun at Friends Policies and Procedures. She hopes to open her own school one day. She loves developing creative lessons for the students that will engage their learning! While 1st grade is a new adventure for her, she is thoroughly enjoying being a part of an incredible lower school team! in Liberal Arts, Southern Virginia University. Not pictured: David Gelfand, Tony Florence, Gregory Jaske, and David Seeler. Maestra's methods of teaching often involve student's full body participation in the learning, which makes her classroom active and fun and also imprints the new knowledge. Geometry, Algebra and problem solving are her favorite math concentrations and her goal at Friends School is to help change children's attitudes towards math by growing their confidence in the subject. Anna comes to Friends School with a Bachelor of Arts in Science from the University of California at Santa Barbara in Environmental Studies. When Max is not teaching, he enjoys the beach, pickleball, basketball and spending time with friends and family. . 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. Dafna has taught at the Virginia Beach Friends School for over a decade. 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. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. She holds a CDA Certificate in addition to a Degree in General Accounting. Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. Preschool, Elementary We value integrity, community, equality, peace and justice. Brooklyn Friends School (BFS) is a thriving Preschool-12 grade school located in vibrant Downtown Brooklyn with a dynamic community of colleagues (BFS uses the all-inclusive term, colleagues, to . 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. Our current Board combines a mixture of long-serving Trustees with relatively new members. admissions@friendsschoolboulder.org. She completed her Child Development Associate credential in 1991. 210. 5465 Pennsylvania Avenue She has earned her CDA credential. Kaleigh has always loved working with children of all ages and abilities. She enjoys spending time in nature with her husband, and loves to play tennis and the piano. Audrey joins our community at Friends as the new Early Kindergarten Teacher! Learning about and living into the equity testimony is a year-round experience at State College Friends School, but each January the school community takes extra time to focus on past . Angela joins the school after four years as the Assistant Teacher and then Lead Teacher for Virginia Beach Montessori School. In the 2021-2022 academic year, Dafna was a celebrated educator by the school's accrediting body, Virginia Association of Independent Schools. The Friends School of Atlanta is still accepting applications for the 22-23 school year. 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. John is a team player and enjoys working positively and collaboratively with all members of this unique school community to ensure student success. Why Support Friends? Friends School teachers and staff bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and wisdom to their classrooms and departments. where she was a swim instructor for twenty years. James inspires students and adults with his amazing artistic skills and talent. Lisette has published articles and lectured internationally about art for blind and visually impaired students. She worked as the Assistant Director and Director at a Montessori school locally for over 8 years and also a teacher at Baylake Pines for 29 years. I've worked in education for over twenty years, serving as a classroom teacher in second through eighth grades and math coordinator before moving into school leadership. She has also participated in multiple workshops over the years and she received her CDA credential. She is an accomplished independent school administrator, guiding three schools through strategic planning and accreditation processes, along with detailed financial and enrollment management skills. Q. Whats pre-k up to this week? I believe the 3, 4, and 5 year old child is a magical being with an enchanting view of the world. 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. Virtual Tour Video EDUCATING FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE The Friends School of Atlanta offers an exceptional academic program with differentiated instruction every step of the way. Degree: B.A. 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. Staff and CIT applications are now available. 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. Phone +61 3 6210 2200 enquiries@friends.tas.edu.au, The Friends School Incorporated Trading as The Friends School CRICOS Registration Number 00477G ABN 34 682 819 626. Audrey was raised in Pennsylvania and cultivated a love of caring for children as she helped with her 5 younger siblings. 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. Outside of being "Gymnastics Uber," you can often find her up and down Shore Drive headed to church, running, enjoying the beach, and restaurants. is a parent of a 2021 Wellsprings graduate. Most of my teaching has been in bilingual, elementary education, but I've also taught high school and community college. Courtney is an avid reader and lover of books. She is thrilled to be part of the Friends School community and of the success of her childrens education here. Degrees and Certifications: B.S. Our teachers work as a team, sharing insights as well as curricular goals, ensuring that our program builds cohesively from preschool through 8th grade. Her love of teaching brought her back to the classroom after her son Sam began attending Friends School. Audrey has a passion for teaching and guiding children and loves learning from the way they see the world. Tieshia's Montessori background meshes perfectly with Friends education and the pedagogy of teaching to the whole child. Devin is often known for being the ""school mom,"" making connections with the students that far outlast the classroom. nicole@friendsschoolportland.org Rachel Fischoff Rachel Fischhoff is the Lead 3-4 Teacher. Proudly created by LLDCPX on Wix.com. When the academic "fit" of a school matches a student's personality and goals, the sky's the limit. Nothing brings me greater joy than seeing a student's inner-artist light up when given the right tools, instruction, and encouragement to unearth their creative gifts. Megan currently teaches English in the middle school. Shes been helping families and working with children and special needs students for over a decade. During my time at Friends, I achieved more than I could have possibly hoped for. LaJuan is married and is the proud mother of three children, Jamar, Daevon and Jacqueline. info@friendsschoolboulder.org 303.499.1999. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. Kathryn Park Cook Head of School. Prior to teaching at FSW, Jennifer was a mentor and instructional coach for beginning teachers at DC Virgo . Elsy was born in El Salvador. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. Barbara is a seasoned educator with over twenty years of teaching science in independent schools across Hampton Roads. Mike has held teaching and administration positions from coast to coast. We are thrilled to welcome Anna to Friends School and to the Early Childhood Program! To help other high school students gain similar benefits, John has been an enthusiastic supporter of Wellsprings since its founding in 1994. Candice enjoys coming to school everyday, where she sees her daughter, Charleston, grow as a student and a community citizen. An independent, alternative high school with a focus on creating lifelong learners, Wellsprings is home to a dedicated team of teachers that is fully committed to the academic and socio-emotional growth of each student. Students from every identity deserve to see themselves in the books theyre reading. I am truly excited to be the newest member of the Friends School family! Taryana is enrolled in the CDA certificate program to continue to guide children and help them reach many milestones. Maestra Kate became a teacher in order to share her love of speaking the Spanish language; knowing another language is empowering and broadens horizons tremendously. She encourages students to have a growth mindset and inspires her students to reach their full potential through engaging curriculum and promoting a joy of learning. 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. K-8 PE Teacher, Steve Fragleasso (pr: frag-lee-AH-so) joined the Friends School team in January this year, bringing the joy of outdoor education to our students. How truly fortunate we are to count accomplished musicians, folk artisans, conservationists, authors, researchers, martial artists and performers amongst our educators and administrative staff. Audrey is looking forward to an exciting new school year! LaJuan was born and raised in Washington, DC and attended DC public schools. When I was 26, I attempted to hike the Colorado Trail solo only a few months after being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. 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. Graduate work at UVA. Jamie joins VBFS as one of the new first grade teachers for the 22-23 school year! Back in the day Susan was a climbing guide as well as a member of Portland Mountain Rescue, and also worked with Portland Juvenile Services helping kids develop leadership skills through outdoor programs. Dafna Sonnenthal is a career educator who has worked with children and adults in primary, secondary, and college level programs. Email: annemarie@olneyfriends.org. 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. Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: Until then she will continue to enjoy using her gifts to educate young children on their path to becoming productive citizens. 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.". Bachelors in Anthropology, Binghamton University. Watching students succeed in meeting their goals is one of her biggest joys in life, and she cant wait to make a difference in the Friends School community! 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. Prior to the Manor Schools, Nicolette was a tenured K-6 educator in the Chula Vista, CA school district where she taught multiple grade levels to diverse groups of students each year. Sabina is from the coastal town of Bremen, Germany, where she lived most of her life. She is thrilled to still be a part of the Wellsprings Friends community, and eternally grateful to the staff and board at . Brianis originally from the Boston area. She recently moved to the Virginia Beach area from Lexington, Virginia. Like Friends, I am committed to supporting children with finding their spark and joy in learning throughinquiry of the world aroundthem. As an educator and coach for the last decade, I strive to create a classroom that supports my students with the social, emotional and academic development that they need. She had the opportunity to get to know the school and wanted to play a more integral part. Katie is from Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Finding ways for kids to feel seen, heard and honored has always been my goal. Mostly, her role as a mom to a law student is the most rewarding! While dedicated to her studies there, she started working with college-aged students with developmental and intellectual disabilities as a specialized tutor, helping students to reach their highest academic potential. Please check your entries and try again. 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. The decision of where to leave your child during the workday is a huge one, and we are beyond satisfied with our decision. (AP) Nebraska lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow teachers and school staff to physically restrain disruptive students and . Tanya has numerous certifications in specific early childhood learning, such as; emergent drawing, pre-writing skills, foundation blocks and milestones, and sensory solutions. Barbara is excited about the 2021-2022 academic year! 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. Friends School is a welcoming and enriching place to work where I can learn from my colleagues, students, and the community. Caitlin loves to teach children, but she loves to learn from them even more! She has taught in Illinois, Idaho, S. Carolina and Oregon, headed a professional organization, and been part of state working groups in her field. At the start of Term 1 2020, we look forward to welcoming new staff throughout the School. Our expert and dynamic faculty and staff make up the culture of our school with their unique perspectives and individual talents. Ngoc cherishes being able to help children overcome their fears and learn new things. Middle School, Teacher Prep Currently Bill finds pleasure in playing petanque, coaching girls basketball and growing tomatoes. Email. Her childhood in Pennsylvania is where she developed her passion for nature. My favorite part of math is, At a very early age I knew I wanted to be a teacher. K-8 PE Teacher, Steve Fragleasso (pr: frag-lee-AH-so) joined the Friends School team in January this year, bringing the joy of outdoor education to our students. Most of her experience has been with special needs children. Australia Joyful learners come together in small, diverse classes where they gain the confidence to become their best selves as students and engaged citizens. I pride myself in personally connecting with students in order to reach developmental and emotional milestones. 215-533-5368 From raising her own children to teaching Sunday School, every area of her life encompasess teaching and she wouldn't have it any other way. SOUTH Campus: Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. She loved tohelp children with their homework and enjoyed playing games with them while in high school. Courtney's three sons are also enrolled at VBFS! Whats your favorite kind of music, favorite band, book, movie, food you pick? 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. She doesn't just work for one administrator, she works for multiple and she does so beautifully! When guiding and working with summer camps, I only get to spend about a week with the same kids before they are on to the next thing. She has been lucky enough to travel the world to perform and study music from Cusco, Peru, where she played goats hooves and cowrie shells with the local children, to the Conservatory of Vienna, where she performed sonatas in 18th century concert halls. Founded on Quaker values that still . B.S. Kris holds a PhD in Communication and Media. Starting in Elementary school, she made the Library her home away from home. Anne Marie Taber '79: Director of Development & Library. 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. Currently she is doing a lot of work on environmental and justice issues. Delivered experiences in Cannes Film Festival . The last term of any school year brings the inevitable staff changes with retirements, resignations and periods of leave. Natalie is a native of Poland where she studied Early Childhood Development and 1st through 3rd-grade teaching at the Pedagogical University of Krakow, and transitioned to her professional assignment at Kangaroo Preschool, a local private charter school. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm-$330. Maritza Sutyak joined VBFS in 2019 as the Extended Day Specialist and Kindergarten Assistant. Barbara returned to VBFS in 2019 after teaching science from 2001-2006 at Friends. Preschool, Elementary He was the Chief Communications & Marketing Officer at two Manhattan-based global law firms, where he taught law partners how to write and speak effectively. COVID update: The Gardner School of Brentwood has updated their hours and services. She hopes the library will forever be a safe place for students to explore and engage new thoughts and ideas. I truly love teaching middle schoolers, and appreciate their energy, thinking, humor, and individuality. All employees have a wide swath of opportunities for professional development and are . Malori-Naomi is an early childhood educator who has been teaching for the past 5 years. The award honors 10 teachers in Virginia who have gone above and beyond to support their students. You can find her reading, binge-watching her favorite show, and planning dates for herself & her friends. 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. Braden returned to the classroom this year, joining the Friends Community, after taking a break from teaching to be a stay at home mom. 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. Wellsprings Friends School is an open and welcoming environment, where all people are respected. Now as the VBFS Librarian, she hopes to instill that same love and passion for reading in each and every Friends School student. He works with every age demographic and specifically enjoys the early childhood group, anticipating the discovery moment when they "get it", which makes all of the hard work worth it. Berna is a strong advocate for equity in education and has served as a trainer, presenter, board member, and facilitator for various non-profit organizations, including the District of Columbia Association for the Education of Young Children (DCAEYC), and has taken part in a workgroup for NAEYC initiative Power to the Profession. John joined the Board in October 2017. As an educator, she believes incontributing to the development of a high-quality early learning program that provides unique educational opportunities for children. Degrees: Pursuing PHD in organizational leadership We invite you to use this library to find new connections or reach out to old friends. Our community is at the heart of all we do. Her passion for culture permeates her classroom in her exuberant teaching style. Starting his career in Marylandwith positions at Georgetown Preparatory School in residence life and Montgomery Blair High School as a 10th and 11th grade English teacher, Mike learned early on that regardless of a school's age, size, or reputation, it's all about the "fit." 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. His interests include chess, sailing and gardening. 3800 Kalmia Avenue They deserve to think of themselves as the main characters, worthy of a cover, and not just a side character or comic relief. Her teaching began as a stay at home mother and then home schooled her oldest children. The University of the Arts Philadelphia Studied Abroad at: Illaboratorio per Affresco *Qualified professional technique certified by the Italian Government under Leonetto Tintori. Thanks for subscribing! 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