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. 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. 210. Caitlin is an accomplished violinist, lover of music and history, and passionate teacher. Our community is at the heart of all we do. 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. Q. Whats pre-k up to this week? I love my role as a teacher educator! 3800 Kalmia Avenue 5465 Pennsylvania Avenue Prior to joining the VBFS family, Jamie worked as the Operations Coordinator for Community Action Works, a Boston-based nonprofit organization focused on confronting those who are polluting and harming the health of New England communities. Australia She has always had a passion for teaching young children. Without their guidance, I would not be where I am today. His daughter Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith, a successful activist mural artist, found a welcoming and supportive educational home at Wellsprings and graduated in 2008. 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. CFS does not discriminate based on age, race, color . 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." LaJuan accepted the position at School for Friends in 1986. Caitlin uses music and technology to connect students with their cultural communities. Raena has been working in the education field for 10 years. She loves cultivating that shared joy alongside children of all ages, gaining intrinsic rewards from each grade level. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. Faculty & Staff. I am looking forward to making strong connections and collaborating with the rockstar preschool team! We encourage substantial professional development for teachers and administration on and off campus. Facebook; Instagram; Twitter; LinkedIn; YouTube; Liberty University. Its an exciting time to be part of this organization and she cant wait to see what the future has in store for Friends School! During her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. 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. Our teachers are experts in their field and are committed to personal growth and lifelong learning. In 1981, I started on a career path that has led me to Friends School. Dafna has taught at the Virginia Beach Friends School for over a decade. I just moved to Lafayette with my partner, Megan, where we bought a house. 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. Kim Bouchier. admissions@friendsschoolboulder.org, Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window). I am happy to have this opportunity to help, inspire and support the students, and to create opportunities for the students to grow. They provide the infrastructure that makes the school run smoothly and supports our mission of educating the whole child head hand, and heart. We are thrilled to welcome Anna to Friends School and to the Early Childhood Program! She hopes to open her own school one day. I love teaching math, and have taught it at every level from sixth grade through community college over the past decade. Speech Pathology and Audiology and Human Services Counseling, Old Dominion University. She loved the atmosphere and culture of Friends! She moved to Virginia Beach two years ago from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. Newspapers, magazines, radio and television were the second most used sources, with 53.6% of adolescents relying on them, followed by family members (50.8%), teachers and other school staff (48.8%), friends (46.3%), national health authorities (45.7%), bloggers or online influencers (44.9%) and other sources (31.7%).Adoption of and adherence to . Her love of teaching brought her back to the classroom after her son Sam began attending Friends School. Please check your entries and try again. 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. in 2018 and has been providing classes, coaching, and private consultation for parents, teachers, and individuals in the US and abroad. Taryana is enrolled in the CDA certificate program to continue to guide children and help them reach many milestones. in History. Ngoc obtained her Child Development Associate certification in 2019 andholds a BS in Business Administration. He has spent the past 4 years in DC getting his undergraduate degree at the George Washington University. I have been happy to be a part of the Friends School community since 1999. 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. Tanya has numerous certifications in specific early childhood learning, such as; emergent drawing, pre-writing skills, foundation blocks and milestones, and sensory solutions. While teaching, my passion has always been connecting with kids hearts first and foremost. 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. Devin is often known for being the ""school mom,"" making connections with the students that far outlast the classroom. Like Friends, I am committed to supporting children with finding their spark and joy in learning throughinquiry of the world aroundthem. In addition to her time at Southern Virginia University, Audrey served an 18-month church mission in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Middle School, Teacher Prep Now as the VBFS Librarian, she hopes to instill that same love and passion for reading in each and every Friends School student. Virginia Wesleyan University. 5114 North Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21210 410-649-3200 Get Directions She loves to spend time with her family. Angela brings her great personality, personalized instruction and experience to the Cottage. Malori-Naomi is an early childhood educator who has been teaching for the past 5 years. Degrees: M.S Environmental Science, Advocacy for Social Justice and Sustainability, Antioch University New England; B.A Environmental and Sustainability Studies, George Mason University. Degrees: B.A. Instead of an apple, Roy prefers a great cup of cappuccino! 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. 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. is a parent of a 2021 Wellsprings graduate. Ngoc cherishes being able to help children overcome their fears and learn new things. Makai attended D.C. Public Schools until she began high school at Sidwell Friends School. Taryana enjoys music, spending time with her family, and reading. Natalie enjoys sightseeing around Washington DC, hiking, photography, and learning about different cultures. Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. Please submit your details and we'll be in touch, 23 Commercial Road The outdoor classroom that I get to work in never fails to amaze me with learning opportunities. Her responsibilities were to seek out and plan fun and engaging events for children. She is transitioning from teaching kindergarten through twelfth school students at VBFS to teaching science for our third through eighth grade students. 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. Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: Marissa is excited to join the VBFS family as the new Kindergarten teacher! She completed her student teaching requirements in the Quaker House classroom. Faculty & Staff; Mission. Degree: B.A. Teacher Dee is a strong advocate of Social Emotional Education and believes strong social skills are essential to academic and life success. We thank those staff leaving us for their dedicated service to the School and wish them joy and happiness in a new chapter in their lives. Grounded in the Quaker values of equality, integrity, and social responsibility, we cultivate a diverse and anti-racist community in which all students can reach their full potential. She has completed various classes for business leadership through Tidewater Community College and attended many workshops on leadership roles for women and telephone skills. "I just . At A Glance. I overcame a large learning curve and I hiked from Denver to Gunnision in 18 days. Friends School faculty and staff are an outstanding group of dedicated educators. We value integrity, community, equality, peace and justice. 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. She was born in Calcutta, India, where she spent her early childhood. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. At the start of Term 1 2020, we look forward to welcoming new staff throughout the School. Max loves everything about sports, which only makes it fitting that he is the new PE teacher at Friends. University of Toledo 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. B.S. Carolina Friends School actively strives to be a community of staff, students, and families of diverse backgrounds. Susan joined the Board of Trustees in February, 2017. MS Science, 8G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher I love teaching here because its a place where children are respected. Preschool, Elementary Joyful learners come together in small, diverse classes where they gain the confidence to become their best selves as students and engaged citizens. Courtney's three sons are also enrolled at VBFS! Whats your favorite kind of music, favorite band, book, movie, food you pick? Leadership & Committees - The Friends' School Leadership & Committees Home About Us Governance Leadership & Committees Libraries There are three libraries in the School: one in Morris, one in the High School and one in Clemes. Breaking News, Sports, Manitoba, Canada. Most of her experience has been with special needs children. Email: annemarie@olneyfriends.org. 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. Heenjoys hiking and reading. In this position, she truly found her passion for working with children with learning and behavior challenges. Friends School teachers and staff bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and wisdom to their classrooms and departments. I have been living in Colorado since 1991. SOUTH Campus: LaJuan is married and is the proud mother of three children, Jamar, Daevon and Jacqueline. She also created and leads the Parents of Multiracial Children group at School for Friends and the school Equity and Diversity Coordinator. Joining the Friends School faculty in 2018, Jennifer has a BA in Elementary Education and an MA as a Reading Specialist, K-12, both from UNC-Wilmington. In Gunnision I had to end my hike because of early winter storms. info@friendsschoolboulder.org 303.499.1999. I pride myself in personally connecting with students in order to reach developmental and emotional milestones. in Liberal Arts, Southern Virginia University. 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. Front row from left: Jeanine Lostritto, Daniel Bystrom, Joe Podbela, Andrew Menzin, Carolyn Mott, Frank Ingrassia, Rachel Green; top row from left: Steve Witthuhn, Zimu Zheng, Jed Morey, Jeff Daniels, Tom Gibian, Craig White, and Raj Singh. 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. For one fundraiser, Megan actually slept on the roof of the Early School building! He has written numerous published articles, including, most recently, Teaching Media Literacy Only Hope for Future: Disinformation, misinformation, distortions, half-truths, outright lies, hidden agendas and other alternative facts are being swallowed whole. (The Virginian-Pilot, March 7, 2021). Audrey joins our community at Friends as the new Early Kindergarten Teacher! Each person listed below has made a contribution to the lives of many students educational journey. The Camp Office is open year-round. Ive taught at Friends School since 1989. John has had diverse experience developing and supporting high-quality alternative programs for students. Virginia Beach native, Anna is mother to three young children, who all attend Friends School. She embraces the Suzuki Method and Every Child Can and believes that, when nurtured, every child can achieve great things. 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. admissions@friendsschoolboulder.org. She has been a teacher in New York City public schools for the last decade. I was born and raised in Golden, Co. Its proximity to trails and mountains shaped my future. Kaleigh has always loved working with children of all ages and abilities. Elsy has worked with young children at all ages. She holds a CDA Certificate in addition to a Degree in General Accounting. (AP) Nebraska lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow teachers and school staff to physically restrain disruptive students and . To help other high school students gain similar benefits, John has been an enthusiastic supporter of Wellsprings since its founding in 1994. But always willing to help them with anything." A co-worker at the time urged me to quickly get my name on the list at Friends preschool. Her background is in environmental experiential learning and nonprofit management. Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. Barbara is a seasoned educator with over twenty years of teaching science in independent schools across Hampton Roads. Prior to arriving at Friends School, Anna worked as an Outdoor Educator for Biocitizen LA, a Los Angeles-based organization focused on connecting kids with outdoor experiences and teaching lessons in nature. Megan is an active leader at the school; she has coached the school forensics teams for more than ten years and headed numerous fundraisers on behalf of the Friends School community. Jackie was an assistant teacher in the Blue Room from 1984 to 1991. She is thrilled to be part of the Friends School community and of the success of her childrens education here. She believes in lifelong learning and in cherishing each others experiences. Students from every identity deserve to see themselves in the books theyre reading. Mike's administration experiences range from the university level working as an NYU admissions counselor to being the founding admissions director at Stuart Hall High School in San Francisco, a member of Schools of the Sacred Heart in San Francisco. Devin became a teacher so that she could share her love of language, culture, and travel! Degrees: B.F.A. 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. 3800 Kalmia Avenue Jamie moved to Virginia Beach this past summer from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. She is a certified licensed educator for third through sixth grade, and for teaching English as a second language for pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Mary McDowell Friends School is a K-12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity, Language Arts and World Philosophy Teacher, Upper School Learning Specialist, Student Success Program Coordinator, Conflict Resolution Teacher, Peaceful Schools, NC Director, Consulting Early and Lower School Learning Specialist, Theater Arts Teacher, Performing Arts Center Coordinator, Chapel Hill Early School, Early School, Early School Heads, First Year Block Teacher, Art Teacher, Advisor, Director of Extended Learning, Director & Chief Imagination Officer of the Institute for Teaching and Learning, Student Success Tutor, Student Success Coach, Extended Learning Coordinator, Assistant to the Institute for Teaching and Learning, Assistant to the Head of School, Center Administrative Assistant, Fountain Class Teacher, Lower School Learning Support Teacher, Support Teacher, Extended Day Assistant Teacher, Lower School Librarian, River Class Teacher, Social Studies and History Teacher, Advisor, Math Teacher, Equity Coordinator, Advisor, Campus Early School, Early School, Early School Heads, Early School, Durham Early School, Early School Heads, Language Arts Teacher, Summer Programs Instructor, Spanish Teacher, Equity Coordinator, Advisor, Sky Class Teacher, Art Teacher, Summer Programs Instructor, Fountain Class Assistant Teacher, Lower School Extended Day Lead Teacher, Student Success Tutor, Assistant Director of Enrollment for Equity and Community Outreach, Physical Education Teacher, Athletics Coordinator, Middle School Social Studies, Language Arts, and Theater Arts Teacher, Language Arts, Science, and History Teacher, Advisor, Ceramics Teacher, Environmental Science Teacher, Male-Identifying Teachers of Young Children. 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. Being a Hampton Roads Native, Braden enjoys spending time doing many things with her friends and family outside of school. 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. He has also joined the VBFS Diversity Committee! She joined the Board in September 2011. She completed her Child Development Associate credential in 1991. Degrees: Pursuing PHD in organizational leadership Our teachers are experts in their field and are committed to personal growth and lifelong learning. 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. Discover how our dedicated faculty guide our students through their academic journey in the Lower School. LEARN MORE Let Your Lives Speak 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 Jennifer Barfield. Phone +61 3 6210 2200 What did you do before working at Friends School? Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: Anna comes to Friends School with a Bachelor of Arts in Science from the University of California at Santa Barbara in Environmental Studies. Sarah is also the Director of Extended Day, which is the after care program at VBFS, and the executive assistant for the Assistant Head of School and Chief Financial Officer, Candice Jarden, where she provides her organizational and leadership skills for administration. Nicolettte's passion is teaching reading and writing to our young minds and creating a love for reading through daily read-alouds. 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. With over 23 years of experience in teaching at MOCA (previously known as the Contemporary Art Center) and 13 years with us at Friends. Super high-end travel agent serving the Film and Sports industries and high net worth families. At the Friends School of Baltimore, principal Steve McManus hones his empathy skills by teaching one class each semester, writes Elizabeth Heubeck in an article for Education Week.It's a practice that, while tough to fit into his administrative schedule, allows McManus to keep his "practical teaching skills sharp," connect with students, and "build trusting and empathetic relationships . 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. New York City Metropolitan Area. We are a Quaker day school near Durham, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough, North Carolina. His younger daughter, Angela, was in the first graduating class in 1996. Our administrative staff is comprised of a group of exceptional professionals from a wide variety of business and administrative backgrounds. 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. They are caring, nurturing, creative individuals who respect children and their learning. 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. 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. 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. Limited Spots Available! Working with children has been a passion for me since childhood. Jamie joins VBFS as one of the new first grade teachers for the 22-23 school year! After becoming a full time assistant she quickly found her passion for children, and returned to school for education. The Friends' School Incorporated Trading as The Friends' School CRICOS Registration Number 00477G ABN 34 682 819 626. Carolina Friends School actively strives to be a community of staff, students, and families of diverse backgrounds. Job Overview: Middle School Teachers promote classroom community, deliver Montessori lessons, create and sustain a beautiful classroom environment, support the individual and collective needs of the students . 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. nicole@friendsschoolportland.org Rachel Fischoff Rachel Fischhoff is the Lead 3-4 Teacher. The families that Kaleigh has worked with over the years describe her as someone who is energetic, intuitive, and supportive. The last term of any school year brings the inevitable staff changes with retirements, resignations and periods of leave. You can find her reading, binge-watching her favorite show, and planning dates for herself & her friends. 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. My teachers helped me to discover a passion for learning and for the Humanities, which I now study at university. What started out as an internship has allowed me to become a part of the Friends family. I am thrilled to be part of the pioneer teaching team of Friends first Middle School class. Courtney has rebuilt the library program into a special class that aids students in learning the foundations of stories, and to develop the critical thinking skills needed to isolate and understand many different concepts. In 2002, she took the 90-hour course in early childhood education. 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. Degrees: B.A, University of Massachusetts. My father still lives in my childhood home in Golden. The Friends School of Atlanta is still accepting applications for the 22-23 school year. Most of my teaching has been in bilingual, elementary education, but I've also taught high school and community college. The award honors 10 teachers in Virginia who have gone above and beyond to support their students. Mike has held teaching and administration positions from coast to coast. Susan has worked in the Arts all her life. She also assisted in the Business and Development Office. Megan Murphy graduated Cum Laude from Boston's Emerson College and holds Virginia teaching certifications for Pre-K through 3rd Grade and Middle School English. Katie is from Downingtown, Pennsylvania. 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. 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. 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. 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. I achieved this by being the best person that I could be. B.A. 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. In 2022 Alumni donations decreased to $6,815. Charleston is currently enrolled at VBFS in first grade. She began her collegiate career at George Mason University studying psychology and childhood development. All employees have a wide swath of opportunities for professional development and are . Lisette has been a Special Education teacher since 1984. Shes been helping families and working with children and special needs students for over a decade. Maritza Sutyak joined VBFS in 2019 as the Extended Day Specialist and Kindergarten Assistant. Thanks for subscribing! His wealth of knowledge from studying abroad, to extensive field experience and on site experiences at places like the Philadelphia Zoo, glass blowing studios and outdoor adventures, help shape his passion towards art. Tieshia is also a member of the VBFS Diversity Committee. Elsy was born in El Salvador. Lerin grew up in Clinton, Maryland. Degrees: B.S in Psychology, Lynchburg College, Pursuing Master's in Education Degree and Teaching License from Regent University. 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! She was born in Peru, and has a passion for swimming. Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month Community Event, Alumni Spotlight featuring Morgan Phillips-Spotts, Everyone Deserves to be the Main Character. Maritza is certified as an Early Childhood Professional with The Cares Association. A highlight of her early career was having Queen Elizabeth visit her classroom in Miami to showcase her English as a Second Language students and curriculum. 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