As a small child I had an imaginary classroom. Friends School is thrilled for Max to join our community in multiple capacities for the 2022-2023 academic year! Audrey joins our community at Friends as the new Early Kindergarten Teacher! Kate loves teaching S.T.E.A.M and science! 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. Ive taught at Friends School since 1989. A profile in the newsletter of the Eugene Friends Meeting, which she attends, noted that those who know her cant miss her passion and pizzazz! The individualized curriculum for alternative learners at Wellsprings fits Lisettes educational philosophy very well. The decision of where to leave your child during the workday is a huge one, and we are beyond satisfied with our decision. When the academic "fit" of a school matches a student's personality and goals, the sky's the limit. We are thrilled to welcome Anna to Friends School and to the Early Childhood Program! in History. After high school, she attended the College of Southern Maryland where she obtained her Associates in Early Childhood Education. kparkcook@frankfordfriends.org. . Q. Whats pre-k up to this week? Dr. Wright (Kris)is a parent of a 2021 Wellsprings graduate. Megan currently teaches English in the middle school. Each staff member and teacher is committed to the overall wellbeing and growth of Friends School. I had the privilege of joining the Friends School community in 1998 as the Program Coordinator and continued in that capacity until 2005 at which time I moved to Denver for my daughter to attend the Denver School of the Arts. I just moved to Lafayette with my partner, Megan, where we bought a house. Why Support Friends? She joined the Board in September 2011. Bachelors in Anthropology, Binghamton University. I am excited to be starting this teaching journey, and can't wait to dedicate my curious nature and empathetic demeanor to teaching students. Sociology Old Dominion University She has completed various classes for business leadership through Tidewater Community College and attended many workshops on leadership roles for women and telephone skills. She thrives in a fast-paced environment and with three little ones in tow, considers herself a problem solver and task master. I am and shall be forever grateful to The Friends School for giving me, a young refugee girl, the opportunity to develop toward a rewarding and fulfilling life. In the last two years of his time in DC, he has worked in various capacities related to the Early Childhood Education field including his work with the Council for Professional Recognition. Did we mention Tanya has 8 children? 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 loves seeing her students gain confidence in their abilities, from new songs to counting and identifying things about themselves and their world in Spanish. Caitlin uses music and technology to connect students with their cultural communities. Sabina joined the School for Friends staff in Spring of 2003. Raena has been working in the education field for 10 years. With over 23 years of experience in teaching at MOCA (previously known as the Contemporary Art Center) and 13 years with us at Friends. 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. She is married and has two beautiful daughters, Emily and Valeria. Enhanced Safety Protocols Psychology, George Mason University; M.Ed. She is particularly interested in identifying barriers for marginalized groups and activating initiatives to break down obstacles, embrace differences, practice active listening, and appreciate diverse perspectives and experiences. Her background is in environmental experiential learning and nonprofit management. Please check your email for further instructions. 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. 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 Morris Classroom Teacher. Virginia Beach native, Anna is mother to three young children, who all attend Friends School. Mike's introduction to Quaker education came in his role as the Dean of Students at Moses Brown School in Providence, RI. By WSBTV.com News Staff March 01, 2023 at 5:55 am EST ATLANTA Clark Atlanta University confirmed a man shot and killed near campus was a student and college baseball player for the school. SOUTH Campus: All applications will be online this year. Degrees: M.A. After receiving my EdD in Leadership for Educational Equity with a specialization in Instructional Leadership in December 2015, I was perfectly equipped to guide the learning of future teachers. Kris holds a PhD in Communication and Media. I have worked in education for over twenty years, serving as an outdoor educator, classroom teacher, and school leader. I love my role as a teacher educator! The past 10 years the Foundation has averaged over $22,000 per year for annual dues and donations. 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 . Without their guidance, I would not be where I am today. His younger daughter, Angela, was in the first graduating class in 1996. Candice initially had plans to begin a law career, but joined her first independent school in Maryland at The Salisbury School, and fell in love with the students, faculty and community! Facebook; Instagram; Twitter; LinkedIn; YouTube; 7 years old to 10 years old Theme Weeks. Email. I am very excited for this next chapter in my life, and to have the opportunity to workat Friends School this coming school year. He and his wife Stephanie Judson have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and two grandsons. Limited Spots Available! LEARN MORE Let Your Lives Speak is a parent of a 2021 Wellsprings graduate. She loves to dive into the history, celebrations, food and colloquialisms of other countries. Max is beginning his fifth year teaching physical education, coming from Virginia Beach Public Schools and Christ The King Catholic School, where is also served as the Athletic Director. John has had diverse experience developing and supporting high-quality alternative programs for students. The Friends School of Atlanta is still accepting applications for the 22-23 school 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. I am happy to have this opportunity to help, inspire and support the students, and to create opportunities for the students to grow. Lisette has been a Special Education teacher since 1984. Before coming to Friends School I worked with a handful of organizations that got kids outside learning about camping, climbing, biking and other outdoor activities. Degrees and Certifications: B.S. As part o, Summer at Friends is LIVE!!! 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. Our Board partners closely with school leadership to provide insight and guidance on key strategic and financial decisions throughout the year. 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. She believes in lifelong learning and in cherishing each others experiences. Degree: A.S., Early Childhood Education, Tidewater Community College, Anticipated December 2022 graduation with a B.S in Early Childhood Education from Ashworth College. Joan Naydich, a paraprofessional at Matanzas High School in Palm Coast, made the revelation Monday as she continues to recover from being slammed to the floor and stomped on 15 times. Our faculty and staff make up the culture of our school, while our Board of Trustees are dedicated to helping our school attain its goals. Staff and CIT applications are now available. 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. She also assisted in the Business and Development Office. Since then, I have bounced around the Colorado area a little, spending about two years in Lakewood and the past 9 years in Boulder. She has 12 years of independent school experience, of which 9 of them are specifically at Quaker schools. Degrees: B.F.A. Nicolette recently won the 2022 Cox Education Hero Award! Ed joins VBFS as the new Garden and seventh and eighth grade history teacher. She has taught in inner-city public schools as well as at one of the nation's oldest private academies. We invite you to use this library to find new connections or reach out to old friends. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. I have learned first hand the value of building relationships within my community, the importance of truly teaching the whole child, and how to help all children feel capable and confident in themselves as learners and people. 2.5 to 4 year old Theme Weeks. She was born in Calcutta, India, where she spent her early childhood. Our expert and dynamic faculty and staff make up the culture of our school with their unique perspectives and individual talents. Most of my teaching has been in bilingual, elementary education, but I've also taught high school and community college. where she was a swim instructor for twenty years. She had the opportunity to get to know the school and wanted to play a more integral part. She has worked with children with special needs, ages three to ten years old in private practice and in preschools. I have been able to combine my interests and love for technology, education, and making into wide ranging projects and experiences for the students; including robotics, programming, and design thinking. 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. Each person listed below has made a contribution to the lives of many students educational journey. Roberta is the best Office Manager around. Degrees: Master in Business Administration, Old Dominion University She is thrilled to be part of the Friends School community and of the success of her childrens education here. While 1st grade is a new adventure for her, she is thoroughly enjoying being a part of an incredible lower school team! 8:00 am to 5:00 pm-$330. The outdoor classroom that I get to work in never fails to amaze me with learning opportunities. Elsy has worked with young children at all ages. We encourage everyone, Come meet and chat with the new incoming Head of S, BUDDY DAY!!! All employees have a wide swath of opportunities for professional development and are . Friends values in community and compassion was exactly what I was looking for in a school to begin my journey as a teacher. She has also worked with Hampton Roads Public schools to provide counseling and case management services to students who were at risk of losing their educational placement due to mental health and/or behavioral issues. Ngoc has beenworking with children since her teenage years. He is very committed to the mission of Wellsprings and in helping all students reach their intended personal, graduation and/or post-secondary training goals. 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. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. 5 years old to 6 years old Theme Weeks. Her love of teaching brought her back to the classroom after her son Sam began attending Friends School. Finding ways for kids to feel seen, heard and honored has always been my goal. Kim Bouchier. What did you do before working at Friends School? She loved tohelp children with their homework and enjoyed playing games with them while in high school. Roberta has worn many hats at VBFS since 2011 - subbing as a teacher's assistant, school purchasing and helping the front office. Founded in 1887, The Friends' School is an independent, coeducational day and boarding school located in the heart of Hobart, Tasmania. She has always had a passion for teaching young children. 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. Buddies enjoyed their time together a, Last evening, the second grade class hosted family, We are only three days away from the Friends Schoo, A Note from New Head of School, Greg Angilly, Virginia Beach Friends School Parent Appreciation Breakfast. 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. nicole@friendsschoolportland.org Rachel Fischoff Rachel Fischhoff is the Lead 3-4 Teacher. She believes education is at its best when children are stimulated physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Our student population is so fortunate to have her caring heart and knowledgeable insight. He loves to interact with his students and teach them skills in a variety of sports and activities. 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. CFS does not discriminate based on age, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, socio-economic background, family structure, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, or military service in the administration of its policies and program. She has been dedicated to the field of education for more than 20 years, having held various roles and taught middle and high school students prior to her work in early childhood education. Teachers & Staff. 5465 Pennsylvania Avenue Tieshia's Montessori background meshes perfectly with Friends education and the pedagogy of teaching to the whole child. Jamie joins VBFS as one of the new first grade teachers for the 22-23 school year! We are a Quaker day school near Durham, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough, North Carolina. My favorite part of math is, At a very early age I knew I wanted to be a teacher. How truly fortunate we are to count accomplished musicians, folk artisans, conservationists, authors, researchers, martial artists and performers amongst our educators and administrative staff. Virginia Wesleyan University. Between 1991 and 1993 she worked at Just Us Kids as a floater and as a teacher coordinator. 5465 Pennsylvania Avenue 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. Anna comes to Friends School with a Bachelor of Arts in Science from the University of California at Santa Barbara in Environmental Studies. Charleston is currently enrolled at VBFS in first grade. The award honors 10 teachers in Virginia who have gone above and beyond to support their students. B.A. Ceramics & Art / Technology Assistant. Paul Bailey. Lerin grew up in Clinton, Maryland. She has taught in Illinois, Idaho, S. Carolina and Oregon, headed a professional organization, and been part of state working groups in her field. 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. She came to the US at age fifteen and finished high school here. Founded on Quaker values that still . Meet the Staff: Steve Fragleasso. This. I truly love teaching middle schoolers, and appreciate their energy, thinking, humor, and individuality. Max believes that being active and learning new techniques will help his students grow and appreciate physical activity. Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. admissions@friendsschoolboulder.org. 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. Taryana is enrolled in the CDA certificate program to continue to guide children and help them reach many milestones. Her two sons are also students at VBFS. Her personal passions include attending spoken word performances and writing short stories and essays. After spending many years in the legal field, Sarah left her career when her daughter, Zoe, who is enrolled at VBFS in first grade, was six months old. Courtney is an avid reader and lover of books. What started out as an internship has allowed me to become a part of the Friends family. One of those organizations is Avid4 Adventure and it is where I plan to continue to spend my summers. Our teachers work as a team, sharing insights as well as curricular goals, ensuring that our program builds cohesively from preschool through 8th grade. Desktop-Navigation. Degrees: B.A, University of Massachusetts. Malori-Naomi is an early childhood educator who has been teaching for the past 5 years. Please check your entries and try again. 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. Her students describe her as funny, crazy (in a good way!) Faculty & Staff; Mission. Barbara is a seasoned educator with over twenty years of teaching science in independent schools across Hampton Roads. Degree: B.A. 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. Degrees: B.E.D. Eunice comes from La Paz-Bolivia, one of the highest cities in the world. Something went wrong. Degrees: B.S in Parks and Tourism, Radford University. She enjoys spending time in nature with her husband, and loves to play tennis and the piano. Ngoc enjoys spending time with herlovedones and buying cute things. Devin believes in being a citizen of the world and makes it a priority to travel every chance she gets and stays up to date on social and political movements in many different countries. 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. Her passion for culture permeates her classroom in her exuberant teaching style. Degrees: Masters in Business Administration, Old Dominion University His daughter Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith, a successful activist mural artist, found a welcoming and supportive educational home at Wellsprings and graduated in 2008. 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. She loves developing creative lessons for the students that will engage their learning! As a teacher, I seek to honor the diversity of students interests, backgrounds, identities, and learning needs. She has numerous early childhood certifications in toddler development and guidance, cultural diversity, literacy play, and outdoor learning environments. My favorite food is coconut lemongrass green curry. Nurturing the unique gifts of every child and designing lessons that are enjoyable, accessible, and engaging light me up! 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. Megan was the recipient of both an ALLI and a Governor's Award for the Arts for her work with Hampton Roads children. She looks forward to bringing her art and all the parts of her life to share with the Wellsprings community. Ed lives in Norfolk and is married with three grown children. Barbara returned to VBFS in 2019 after teaching science from 2001-2006 at Friends. Taryana grew up in Clinton, Maryland. Joyful learners come together in small, diverse classes where they gain the confidence to become their best selves as students and engaged citizens. North Hobart TAS 7000 Academic Rigor Model of Diversity Values [] 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. She is also certified in Creative Curriculum, which is the Pre-Kindergarten program at VBFS. B.A. In Gunnision I had to end my hike because of early winter storms. Kate is known for getting her hands dirty in the garden and walking around with snakes draped around her neck. Open a new door and explore an opportunity with Friends Academy where we commit to the highest standards of learning and living. info@friendsschoolboulder.org 303.499.1999. She moved to Virginia Beach two years ago from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. Kaleigh has always loved working with children of all ages and abilities. Register early to guarantee your child's space! Visit the Staff Portal to apply. Kathryn Park Cook Head of School. Dear members of the MIT community and friends, It has been an exciting and eventful start to the year for our engineering community. Lisette has published articles and lectured internationally about art for blind and visually impaired students. Australia Degrees: Bachelor's in Physical Education, University of National Mayor of San Marcos. Old Dominion University 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. George Mason University; Registered Behavior Technician; Provisional Teaching License, Special Education, General Curriculum, K-12, University of Virginia, Anticipate Completion, December 2023. 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. Preschool, Elementary 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. We cannot, however, extend the deadline of February 7 for financial, Address: The Friends School of Atlanta 862 Columbia Drive Decatur, GA 30030. 2021 by http://wellspringsfriends.org. Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month Community Event, Alumni Spotlight featuring Morgan Phillips-Spotts, Everyone Deserves to be the Main Character. Boulder, CO 80301, Email: I am so excited to be the administrative assistant at the middle school and to ensure the school day runs smoothly. 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. 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