He attended Scattergood Friends School in Iowa, which he considers as having yielded experiences that continue to direct his life in positive ways. She has 12 years of independent school experience, of which 9 of them are specifically at Quaker schools. She moved to Virginia Beach two years ago from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. Ceramics & Art / Technology Assistant. B.A. 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 5114 North Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21210 410-649-3200 Get Directions Kris holds a PhD in Communication and Media. She believes in lifelong learning and in cherishing each others experiences. As an educator, she believes incontributing to the development of a high-quality early learning program that provides unique educational opportunities for children. 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. Elsy was born in El Salvador. Degrees: B.A, University of Massachusetts. She loves to dive into the history, celebrations, food and colloquialisms of other countries. Wilmington University We offer vigorous, child-centered education grounded in the Quaker principles of equity, integrity, and stewardship. Something went wrong. 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. 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. Jacob Crow. Instead of an apple, Roy prefers a great cup of cappuccino! She holds a certification in childcare from the Logan Community School. Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: After that, she took English and Computer courses to polish her skills. Nicolette recently won the 2022 Cox Education Hero Award! Whats your favorite kind of music, favorite band, book, movie, food you pick? His interests include chess, sailing and gardening. After graduating from the University of Colorado Boulder in 1995, I began teaching preschool. She has numerous early childhood certifications in toddler development and guidance, cultural diversity, literacy play, and outdoor learning environments. 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. He has spent the past 4 years in DC getting his undergraduate degree at the George Washington University. She also assisted in the Business and Development Office. At A Glance. She is thrilled to be part of the Friends School community and of the success of her childrens education here. 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. Each person listed below has made a contribution to the lives of many students educational journey. Anne Marie Taber '79: Director of Development & Library. 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. Degrees: B.F.A. 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. 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. 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. After high school, she attended the College of Southern Maryland where she obtained her Associates in Early Childhood Education. Shes been helping families and working with children and special needs students for over a decade. Old Dominion University 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. 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. Ed joins VBFS as the new Garden and seventh and eighth grade history teacher. The program was planned to begin in the fall of 2020, but with the pandemic, VBFS had to delay the inaugural year of the program until this past Spring! Over the years, she and her family have written and produced several musicals for Friends School students. I believe the 3, 4, and 5 year old child is a magical being with an enchanting view of the world. Im very excited to get the opportunity to work with students for longer periods of time. Eunice is interested in Agriculture specifically in Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). She is thrilled to be piloting the S.T.E.A.M program this year for our cottage through fourth graders! Kris holds a PhD in Communication and Media. 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. COVID update: The Gardner School of Brentwood has updated their hours and services. Friends School teachers and staff bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and wisdom to their classrooms and departments. In the 2021-2022 academic year, Dafna was a celebrated educator by the school's accrediting body, Virginia Association of Independent Schools. Anna comes to Friends School with a Bachelor of Arts in Science from the University of California at Santa Barbara in Environmental Studies. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Coordinator. The outdoor classroom that I get to work in never fails to amaze me with learning opportunities. Berna holds a BA in English Language Teaching and an MA in Early Childhood Education. We cannot, however, extend the deadline of February 7 for financial, Address: The Friends School of Atlanta 862 Columbia Drive Decatur, GA 30030. Nicolette focuses on creating a safe learning environment for lifelong learners where students collaborate together in meaningful ways and mistakes are welcomed and embraced as they are one of the many ways of how we learn! Wellsprings Friends School is an open and welcoming environment, where all people are respected. . 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. B.A. She is also certified in Creative Curriculum, which is the Pre-Kindergarten program at VBFS. 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. 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 enjoys cooking and traveling as she want to see the world! Brianis passionateaboutsocial justice and educationissues. 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. 3800 Kalmia Avenue Jamie moved to Virginia Beach this past summer from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. John joined the Board in October 2017. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm-$330. 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. 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 recently moved to the Virginia Beach area from Lexington, Virginia. 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. 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). Our Board of Trustees are dedicated to the short-term goals and long-term successes of our school. kparkcook@frankfordfriends.org. She doesn't just work for one administrator, she works for multiple and she does so beautifully! Between 1991 and 1993 she worked at Just Us Kids as a floater and as a teacher coordinator. Ngoc enjoys spending time with herlovedones and buying cute things. MS Science, 8G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher Ed is a former journalist with The Boston Globe, The National Law Journal and other publications and a consultant in communications. Meet the Staff: Steve Fragleasso. We are thrilled to welcome Anna to Friends School and to the Early Childhood Program! She loves to spend time with her family. Staff departing at the end of Term 4, 2019. Prior to coming to the Friends School, she worked as a teacher with children ages 2-6 at Woods Creek Montessori. Tanya has numerous certifications in specific early childhood learning, such as; emergent drawing, pre-writing skills, foundation blocks and milestones, and sensory solutions. At Wellsprings we believe in developing the entire student, we are unique in our approach and thorough in our pursuit of providing a quality education to the eager and capable youth we serve in our familial community. We are a Quaker day school near Durham, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough, North Carolina. I love teaching here because its a place where children are respected. She has always had a passion for teaching young children. Staff and CIT applications are now available. Friends School faculty and staff are an outstanding group of dedicated educators. Wellsprings Friends School is accredited byCognia(formerly NWAC/AdvancEd). Middle School, Teacher Prep 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. In addition to her time at Southern Virginia University, Audrey served an 18-month church mission in Buenos Aires, Argentina. 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. 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. In 2002, she took the 90-hour course in early childhood education. Being a Hampton Roads Native, Braden enjoys spending time doing many things with her friends and family outside of school. 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. She loved tohelp children with their homework and enjoyed playing games with them while in high school. in Liberal Arts, Southern Virginia University. It is clear that Anna's academic and professional background fall nicely in line with Friends School's philosophy, mission, and goals. LaJuan accepted the position at School for Friends . Friends School is a welcoming and enriching place to work where I can learn from my colleagues, students, and the community. LaJuan was born and raised in Washington, DC and attended DC public schools. 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. Carolina Friends School actively strives to be a community of staff, students, and families of diverse backgrounds. Audrey was raised in Pennsylvania and cultivated a love of caring for children as she helped with her 5 younger siblings. 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 . Posted on December 18, 2019. One of those organizations is Avid4 Adventure and it is where I plan to continue to spend my summers. New staff commencing at the start of Term 1, 2020. Make an Online Gift (opens in new window/tab) Annual Giving - The Fund for Friends; Planned Giving (opens in new window/tab) Meet Our Donors; Meet the Staff; Special Memorial Efforts 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. To help other high school students gain similar benefits, John has been an enthusiastic supporter of Wellsprings since its founding in 1994. Degree: A.S., Early Childhood Education, Tidewater Community College, Anticipated December 2022 graduation with a B.S in Early Childhood Education from Ashworth College. M.A. Jennifer Barfield. 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. Our administrative staff is comprised of a group of exceptional professionals from a wide variety of business and administrative backgrounds. 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. She has also participated in multiple workshops over the years and she received her CDA credential. Candice enjoys coming to school everyday, where she sees her daughter, Charleston, grow as a student and a community citizen. 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. You can find her reading, binge-watching her favorite show, and planning dates for herself & her friends. 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. Carolina Friends School includes three Early Schools for ages 3-6 (one on main campus, one in Durham by Duke University, and one in Chapel Hill by UNC); a Lower School (equivalent to grades 1-4); a Middle School (equivalent to grades 5-8); and an Upper School (grades 9-12). 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. Degrees: B.E.D. The Friends' School Incorporated Trading as The Friends' School CRICOS Registration Number 00477G ABN 34 682 819 626. She is currently pursuingher AA in Early Childhood Education from Trinity Washington University. Graduate work at UVA. Each staff member and teacher is committed to the overall wellbeing and growth of Friends School. My father still lives in my childhood home in Golden. Education, University of Miami Florida Proudly created by LLDCPX on Wix.com. Joyful learners come together in small, diverse classes where they gain the confidence to become their best selves as students and engaged citizens. Our goal in 2023 is to forward the HHSAF annual . Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. She was a pre-school teacher for 20 years, and also taught teachers how to teach art. I was born and raised in Golden, Co. Its proximity to trails and mountains shaped my future. 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 . Megan was the recipient of both an ALLI and a Governor's Award for the Arts for her work with Hampton Roads children. Boulder, CO 80301, Email: Prior to her arrival at Friends, Megan owned The Children's Academy for the Arts, a performing and creative arts academy for children. I love my role as a teacher educator! 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. She also was a certified childcare provider in her home for 11 months. She is also the schools drama teacher. SOUTH Campus: Morris Learning Assistant. LEARN MORE Let Your Lives Speak Founded in 1887, The Friends' School is an independent, coeducational day and boarding school located in the heart of Hobart, Tasmania. Our community is at the heart of all we do. 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! 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 . 7 years old to 10 years old Theme Weeks. In Gunnision I had to end my hike because of early winter storms. Angela joins the school after four years as the Assistant Teacher and then Lead Teacher for Virginia Beach Montessori School. Max believes that being active and learning new techniques will help his students grow and appreciate physical activity. Elsy has worked with young children at all ages. I look forward to new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. His daughter Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith, a successful activist mural artist, found a welcoming and supportive educational home at Wellsprings and graduated in 2008. 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. 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. I'd never heard of Friends School until my oldest son turned 2. Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: At A Glance. Tanya is also a member of the VBFS Diversity Committee. Lerin grew up in Clinton, Maryland. Not pictured: David Gelfand, Tony Florence, Gregory Jaske, and David Seeler. Faculty & Staff. . Spanish Education Old Dominion University. 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. Delivered experiences in Cannes Film Festival . B.S. She also loves teaching about Hispanic culture and helping them connect with Spanish speaking countries in ways that are meaningful and relatable to them. She and her husband live in Virginia Beach and currently have two Friends early-school alumni attending university. A. Ngoc cherishes being able to help children overcome their fears and learn new things. At the start of Term 1 2020, we look forward to welcoming new staff throughout the School. Please submit your details and we'll be in touch, 23 Commercial Road 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. She worked at First Baptist Child Care Center for two years. James Madison University. In addition to caring for animals, she loves people too, coming to Friends with over 25 years in the service industry, where she really developed her people skills. Devin is often known for being the ""school mom,"" making connections with the students that far outlast the classroom. 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. 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. As a teacher, I seek to honor the diversity of students interests, backgrounds, identities, and learning needs. Angela brings her great personality, personalized instruction and experience to the Cottage. in History. Summer Fun at Friends is a unique summer . Ed lives in Norfolk and is married with three grown children. Audrey has a passion for teaching and guiding children and loves learning from the way they see the world. 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. Enhanced Safety Protocols . 210. Nurturing the unique gifts of every child and designing lessons that are enjoyable, accessible, and engaging light me up! I just moved to Lafayette with my partner, Megan, where we bought a house. She embraces the Suzuki Method and Every Child Can and believes that, when nurtured, every child can achieve great things. A co-worker at the time urged me to quickly get my name on the list at Friends preschool. 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. Barbara is a seasoned educator with over twenty years of teaching science in independent schools across Hampton Roads. We encourage everyone, Come meet and chat with the new incoming Head of S, BUDDY DAY!!! 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. All applications will be online this year. . Maritza Sutyak joined VBFS in 2019 as the Extended Day Specialist and Kindergarten Assistant. Kate initially came to Friends as a parent of a preschooler and fell in love with the school as a parent. As a Friends School parent, her daughter Courtney graduated in 2015. She had the opportunity to get to know the school and wanted to play a more integral part. Mostly, her role as a mom to a law student is the most rewarding! My journey to Friends has been a decade-long one during which I taught 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade, as well as gifted and talented students K-5. Dafna has taught at the Virginia Beach Friends School for over a decade. I would spend hours teaching my students. 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. Malori-Naomi is an early childhood educator who has been teaching for the past 5 years. Degrees: B.A in Music, Mount Holyoke College, Pursuing M.A in Music Education, Teacher's College Columbia University. She began her collegiate career at George Mason University studying psychology and childhood development. 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. 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. Teachers & Staff. They are caring, nurturing, creative individuals who respect children and their learning. Our teachers are experts in their field and are committed to personal growth and lifelong learning. John is a team player and enjoys working positively and collaboratively with all members of this unique school community to ensure student success. She looks forward to bringing her art and all the parts of her life to share with the Wellsprings community. Nicolettte's passion is teaching reading and writing to our young minds and creating a love for reading through daily read-alouds. LaJuan was born and raised in Washington, DC and attended DC public schools. As the Assistant Head of School and Chief Financial Officer, Candice manages the finances, human resources, facilities and enrollment at Friends. But always willing to help them with anything." 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 . She moved to Virginia Beach from New York; and worked 25 years for Lillian Vernon as a Supervisor, Manager of Quality Call handling, and 2 years as an accounting associate for an Apartment Community. Open a new door and explore an opportunity with Friends Academy where we commit to the highest standards of learning and living. Why Support Friends? Mike has held teaching and administration positions from coast to coast. Degrees: Penn State and Old Dominion University. Buying cute things at the heart of all we do successes of our School teacher.. 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