Natalie enjoys sightseeing around Washington DC, hiking, photography, and learning about different cultures. In 2002, she took the 90-hour course in early childhood education. Our community looks forward to welcoming them all in January 2020. Sandra is a proactive, pioneering administrator who focuses on the staff and inspires the students. She is the Head of Nursery at Friends Meeting of Washington where she has been providing childcare for over a decade. While 1st grade is a new adventure for her, she is thoroughly enjoying being a part of an incredible lower school team! Degrees: B.F.A. MS Science, 8G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher She has a passion for Quaker education and the project-based, experiential learning model at VBFS. At the start of Term 1 2020, we look forward to welcoming new staff throughout the School. Not pictured: David Gelfand, Tony Florence, Gregory Jaske, and David Seeler. I love my role as a teacher educator! Wilmington University Ed has been a substitute at Friends and other Hampton Roads independent schools for a few years now, and is excited to begin the year as a faculty member! Breaking News, Sports, Manitoba, Canada. Delivered experiences in Cannes Film Festival . is a parent of a 2021 Wellsprings graduate. 7 reviews of The Gardner School of Brentwood "Our infant daughter has attended The Gardner School of Brentwood for one month now & our family is beyond happy! 5114 North Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21210 410-649-3200 Get Directions She hopes to open her own school one day. Jackie was an assistant teacher in the Blue Room from 1984 to 1991. Prior to her arrival at Friends, Megan owned The Children's Academy for the Arts, a performing and creative arts academy for children. 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. Outside of being "Gymnastics Uber," you can often find her up and down Shore Drive headed to church, running, enjoying the beach, and restaurants. 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. 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. She looks forward to bringing her art and all the parts of her life to share with the Wellsprings community. Thanks for subscribing! and supportive. Raena is currently a student at UDC working on her BA in Human Development. Since then, she has continued to learn with the Friends school SPICES instilled within her. Nurturing the unique gifts of every child and designing lessons that are enjoyable, accessible, and engaging light me up! 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. Braden returned to the classroom this year, joining the Friends Community, after taking a break from teaching to be a stay at home mom. 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. Preschool, Elementary I achieved this by being the best person that I could be. She is an accomplished independent school administrator, guiding three schools through strategic planning and accreditation processes, along with detailed financial and enrollment management skills. LaJuan accepted the position at School for Friends in 1986. Faculty & Staff. It is clear that Anna's academic and professional background fall nicely in line with Friends School's philosophy, mission, and goals. Roy joins the Virginia Beach Friends School Community as the new Kindergarten through Fourth Grade math teacher. 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. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. Friends has provided me with the best experience to be a supportive, compassionate, empathetic, and fun teacher that truly cares about relationships and seeing every child for who they are. 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! Friends School teachers and staff bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and wisdom to their classrooms and departments. Kate initially came to Friends as a parent of a preschooler and fell in love with the school as a parent. A. Class sizes are carefully managed to reflect our coeducational setting with teaching and support staff organised to meet the needs of each individual. I overcame a large learning curve and I hiked from Denver to Gunnision in 18 days. 5 years old to 6 years old Theme Weeks. The families that Kaleigh has worked with over the years describe her as someone who is energetic, intuitive, and supportive. Degrees: B.A in Music, Mount Holyoke College, Pursuing M.A in Music Education, Teacher's College Columbia 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. Between 1991 and 1993 she worked at Just Us Kids as a floater and as a teacher coordinator. Posted on December 18, 2019. She's always out and about and eager to say hi! 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 completed her Child Development Associate credential in 1991. She has worked with children with special needs, ages three to ten years old in private practice and in preschools. Staff departing at the end of Term 4, 2019. In Gunnision I had to end my hike because of early winter storms. She believes exploring music and the arts fosters a lifelong love of learning. 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. Email: annemarie@olneyfriends.org. Academic Rigor Model of Diversity Values [] While being a stay-at-home mom, Sarah became Secretary of a local chapter "mom's club", and eventually was voted President. 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! The award recognizes teachers who have done a tremendous job enriching the lives of their students. Tieshia's Montessori background meshes perfectly with Friends education and the pedagogy of teaching to the whole child. I would spend hours teaching my students. 2021 by http://wellspringsfriends.org. She loves to spend time with her family. Candice Jarden joined VBFS in July 2019. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. In 2017, she was awarded Teacher of the Year from Washington FAMILY Magazine. 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. B.A. 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. MS Librarian, Specialist ES and MS (Innovation/Technology). After co-teaching 5th grade at Friends for 2 years, I am starting a new role as the Associate Program Coordinator. Audrey is looking forward to an exciting new school year! 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! 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. Brianis originally from the Boston area. Brianis passionateaboutsocial justice and educationissues. enquiries@friends.tas.edu.au, The Friends School Incorporated Trading as The Friends School CRICOS Registration Number 00477G ABN 34 682 819 626. Caitlin is an accomplished violinist, lover of music and history, and passionate teacher. She has been a teacher in New York City public schools for the last decade. John is a retired landscape architect, having spent many years with the city of Eugene planning and designing parks, planning bike paths, and consulting on urban beautification. Ultimately, he became a teacher because he loves sharing what was shared with him- a passion for creating. 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 . Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. info@friendsschoolboulder.org 303.499.1999. North Hobart TAS 7000 Our current Board combines a mixture of long-serving Trustees with relatively new members. Anna comes to Friends School with a Bachelor of Arts in Science from the University of California at Santa Barbara in Environmental Studies. MS (Language Arts), G8 Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher I love teaching here because its a place where children are respected. 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. Kate is known for getting her hands dirty in the garden and walking around with snakes draped around her neck. Every teacher knows every child. She also was a certified childcare provider in her home for 11 months. Elsy was born in El Salvador. Jamie moved to Virginia Beach this past summer from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. 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. 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. At A Glance. Please submit your details and we'll be in touch, 23 Commercial Road 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. 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. Students from every identity deserve to see themselves in the books theyre reading. Finding ways for kids to feel seen, heard and honored has always been my goal. Morris Classroom Teacher. Ed joins VBFS as the new Garden and seventh and eighth grade history teacher. 210. I just moved to Lafayette with my partner, Megan, where we bought a house. Bachelors in Anthropology, Binghamton University. We offer vigorous, child-centered education grounded in the Quaker principles of equity, integrity, and stewardship. She loved the atmosphere and culture of Friends! Mike has held teaching and administration positions from coast to coast. All employees have a wide swath of opportunities for professional development and are . She transitioned to the Cottage Assistant Teacher position in the fall of 2020 and teamed up with her long-time friend and co-educator from Courthouse Montessori, Teacher Tieshia. She likes to spend time outdoors, on the beach and trying new food. She is exactly the kind of Academic Dean VBFS needs as we continue to grow our programs. LaJuan is married and is the proud mother of three children, Jamar, Daevon and Jacqueline. He attended Scattergood Friends School in Iowa, which he considers as having yielded experiences that continue to direct his life in positive ways. LEARN MORE Let Your Lives Speak When Max is not teaching, he enjoys the beach, pickleball, basketball and spending time with friends and family. Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month Community Event, Alumni Spotlight featuring Morgan Phillips-Spotts, Everyone Deserves to be the Main Character. Friends School teachers and staff bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and wisdom to their classrooms and departments. Visit the Staff Portal to apply. Carolina Friends School actively strives to be a community of staff, students, and families of diverse backgrounds. 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. in 2018 and has been providing classes, coaching, and private consultation for parents, teachers, and individuals in the US and abroad. Summer Fun at Friends Policies and Procedures. Now as the VBFS Librarian, she hopes to instill that same love and passion for reading in each and every Friends School student. Graduate work at UVA. Kim Bouchier. Speech Pathology and Audiology and Human Services Counseling, Old Dominion University. Raena has been working in the education field for 10 years. 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. What started out as an internship has allowed me to become a part of the Friends family. 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. 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 . We are excited to welcome Roy, and his son Jasper, who is enrolled in the Cottage, for the 2021-2022 academic year! Graduate work at UVA. She and her husband live in Virginia Beach and currently have two Friends early-school alumni attending university. Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. 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. Until then she will continue to enjoy using her gifts to educate young children on their path to becoming productive citizens. They provide the infrastructure that makes the school run smoothly and supports our mission of educating the whole child head hand, and heart. 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. 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. She began her journey into Early Childhood Education in high school where she took child growth and development classes. She is currently pursuing an Associate degree in Business Management. . Katie is from Downingtown, Pennsylvania. 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. 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. I am very excited for this next chapter in my life, and to have the opportunity to workat Friends School this coming school year. 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. I have been living in Colorado since 1991. 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. 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. She was born in Peru, and has a passion for swimming. 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. Degrees: B.A. The past 10 years the Foundation has averaged over $22,000 per year for annual dues and donations. The outdoor classroom that I get to work in never fails to amaze me with learning opportunities. Degrees: M.A. Super high-end travel agent serving the Film and Sports industries and high net worth families. 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. Roberta is the best Office Manager around. 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. Being a Hampton Roads Native, Braden enjoys spending time doing many things with her friends and family outside of school. A co-worker at the time urged me to quickly get my name on the list at Friends preschool. She continued to work with children in this capacity until she started her official full-timeposition in an early childhood program. Summer Fun at Friends is a unique summer . 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. 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. Eunice comes from La Paz-Bolivia, one of the highest cities in the world. Our Board partners closely with school leadership to provide insight and guidance on key strategic and financial decisions throughout the year. Degree: B.A. 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. She started working with RCIS (Rock Creek International School) in 2001 as a bus driver, assistant teacher, and summer school Spanish teacher until 2007. I truly love teaching middle schoolers, and appreciate their energy, thinking, humor, and individuality. 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.". Boulder, CO 80301, Email: We encourage substantial professional development for teachers and administration on and off campus. 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. Previously, for five years, Maritza was a swim instructor teaching students ages one to twelve and coached volleyball for three years. Angela joins the school after four years as the Assistant Teacher and then Lead Teacher for Virginia Beach Montessori School. Wellsprings Friends School is an open and welcoming environment, where all people are respected. B.S. Working with children has been a passion for me since childhood. 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. Ed believes the ability to communicate is among the most important things a student can learn, and draws on his experience in journalism and corporate communications to teach kids how to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively. She also created and leads the Parents of Multiracial Children group at School for Friends and the school Equity and Diversity Coordinator. Australia Degrees: B.E.D. Angela brings her great personality, personalized instruction and experience to the Cottage. A teacher-librarian supervises each library, reporting to Stacey Pryer, Head of Libraries. The last term of any school year brings the inevitable staff changes with retirements, resignations and periods of leave. Friends values in community and compassion was exactly what I was looking for in a school to begin my journey as a teacher. She is thrilled to be part of the Friends School community and of the success of her childrens education here. Education, University of Miami Florida 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. She holds a CDA Certificate in addition to a Degree in General Accounting. Something went wrong. Teachers & Staff. Since then, I have bounced around the Colorado area a little, spending about two years in Lakewood and the past 9 years in Boulder. Taryana is enrolled in the CDA certificate program to continue to guide children and help them reach many milestones. Candice enjoys coming to school everyday, where she sees her daughter, Charleston, grow as a student and a community citizen. George Mason University; Registered Behavior Technician; Provisional Teaching License, Special Education, General Curriculum, K-12, University of Virginia, Anticipate Completion, December 2023. Her students describe her as funny, crazy (in a good way!) My teachers helped me to discover a passion for learning and for the Humanities, which I now study at university. "As mothers we are all truly the first teachers our children have." B.S. She is married and has two beautiful daughters, Emily and Valeria. She enjoys spending time in nature with her husband, and loves to play tennis and the piano. Max loves everything about sports, which only makes it fitting that he is the new PE teacher at Friends. Our community is at the heart of all we do. SOUTH Campus: Dafna Sonnenthal is a career educator who has worked with children and adults in primary, secondary, and college level programs. LaJuan was born and raised in Washington, DC and attended DC public schools. Liberty University. Degrees: B.S in Parks and Tourism, Radford University. Faculty & Staff; Mission. 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 His daughter Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith, a successful activist mural artist, found a welcoming and supportive educational home at Wellsprings and graduated in 2008. The Friends School of Atlanta is still accepting applications for the 22-23 school year. Friends is one of twenty-two schools that are Leading Partner Schools of the GEBG Global Student Dialogues program, and are helping to design and shape the curriculum. 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. Two are teachers and one graduated from Friends School! She loves cultivating that shared joy alongside children of all ages, gaining intrinsic rewards from each grade level. B.A. Im very excited to get the opportunity to work with students for longer periods of time. Megan was the recipient of both an ALLI and a Governor's Award for the Arts for her work with Hampton Roads children. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. Old Dominion University She earned her AA Degree in early childhood education on May 13, 2006. Sandy is an avid baseball fan and enjoys joining a friend to watch the stars on a clear . 2.5 to 4 year old Theme Weeks. 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. 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. Friends School faculty and staff are an outstanding group of dedicated educators. Ceramics & Art / Technology Assistant. B.M. 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. Her love of teaching brought her back to the classroom after her son Sam began attending Friends School. Enhanced Safety Protocols 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. 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. 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. Phone +61 3 6210 2200 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. Outstanding group of dedicated educators of Nursery at Friends Meeting of Washington where she took 90-hour. 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