Boulder, CO 80301, Email: My goal every day as an educator is to cultivate an inclusive and safe environment where there is a balance between educating head, hand, and heart. 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. Friends values in community and compassion was exactly what I was looking for in a school to begin my journey as a teacher. Summer Fun at Friends Policies and Procedures. She worked at First Baptist Child Care Center for two years. It is an exciting time for these new community members and the students and colleagues who will benefit from their teaching and contributions. Sabina is from the coastal town of Bremen, Germany, where she lived most of her life. 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. Our goal in 2023 is to forward the HHSAF annual . Devin is often known for being the ""school mom,"" making connections with the students that far outlast the classroom. She earned her AA Degree in early childhood education on May 13, 2006. 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. Angela joins VBFS as the new Cottage Teacher Assistant for the 2021-2022 academic year! Where are you from and where do you live now? Gifted faculty and staff are at the heart of FSA's mission to empower students to go out into the world with conscience, conviction and compassion. After that, she took English and Computer courses to polish her skills. To contact us, please email summercamp@friendsbalt.org or call 410-649-3218. Kris holds a PhD in Communication and Media. Shes been helping families and working with children and special needs students for over a decade. 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. My favorite food is coconut lemongrass green curry. 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. LaJuan accepted the position at School for Friends . I would spend hours teaching my students. While being a stay-at-home mom, Sarah became Secretary of a local chapter "mom's club", and eventually was voted President. Malori-Naomi is an early childhood educator who has been teaching for the past 5 years. Meet our Quaker School Faculty & Staff | United Friends School 215-538-1733 1018 West Broad Street, Quakertown, PA 18951 Calendar & Events News About UFS Life at UFS Our Program Admissions Apply Support Register early to guarantee your child's space! Degrees: B.F.A. Kris holds a PhD in Communication and Media. She became a Certificated Instructor of Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) Her teaching began as a stay at home mother and then home schooled her oldest children. After high school, she attended the College of Southern Maryland where she obtained her Associates in Early Childhood Education. 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. University of Toledo Founded in 1887, The Friends School is an independent, coeducational day and boarding school located in the heart of Hobart, Tasmania. Degrees: Masters in Business Administration, Old Dominion University Her responsibilities were to seek out and plan fun and engaging events for children. Brianis originally from the Boston area. We invite you to use this library to find new connections or reach out to old friends. He attended Scattergood Friends School in Iowa, which he considers as having yielded experiences that continue to direct his life in positive ways. 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. She believes exploring music and the arts fosters a lifelong love of learning. 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. Kim Bouchier. Raena has been working in the education field for 10 years. 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. I have worked in education for over twenty years, serving as an outdoor educator, classroom teacher, and school leader. A co-worker at the time urged me to quickly get my name on the list at Friends preschool. I am happy to have this opportunity to help, inspire and support the students, and to create opportunities for the students to grow. She also assisted in the Business and Development Office. 3800 Kalmia Avenue My favorite part of math is, At a very early age I knew I wanted to be a teacher. Her passion for culture permeates her classroom in her exuberant teaching style. She enjoys spending time in nature with her husband, and loves to play tennis and the piano. She graduated from Catholic University of America in May 2020 with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. 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. I am so excited to be the administrative assistant at the middle school and to ensure the school day runs smoothly. Degrees: Masters in Secondary Education from American University I love teaching math, and have taught it at every level from sixth grade through community college over the past decade. Mike has held teaching and administration positions from coast to coast. She studied in Germany and received a degree in occupational therapy. Australia Lisette has published articles and lectured internationally about art for blind and visually impaired students. 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. The last term of any school year brings the inevitable staff changes with retirements, resignations and periods of leave. Sandra is a proactive, pioneering administrator who focuses on the staff and inspires the students. MS (Language Arts), G8 Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher Education, University of Miami Florida Her childhood in Pennsylvania is where she developed her passion for nature. At A Glance. 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. She loved tohelp children with their homework and enjoyed playing games with them while in high school. Each staff member and teacher is committed to the overall wellbeing and growth of Friends School. Makai attended D.C. Public Schools until she began high school at Sidwell Friends School. How truly fortunate we are to count accomplished musicians, folk artisans, conservationists, authors, researchers, martial artists and performers amongst our educators and administrative staff. Thanks for subscribing! Posted on December 18, 2019. At A Glance. 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! She is thrilled to still be a part of the Wellsprings Friends community, and eternally grateful to the staff and board at . Degrees: Masters in Education and Curriculum with an emphasis on Literacy from San DiegoState University. 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. 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 . Dr. Wright (Kris) is a parent of a 2021 Wellsprings graduate. The Friends' School Incorporated Trading as The Friends' School CRICOS Registration Number 00477G ABN 34 682 819 626. 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. She has a CDA and an AA in Education with a concentration in preschool. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm-$330. 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. Maestra Kate became a teacher in order to share her love of speaking the Spanish language; knowing another language is empowering and broadens horizons tremendously. She's always out and about and eager to say hi! Prior to her arrival at Friends, Megan owned The Children's Academy for the Arts, a performing and creative arts academy for children. Tanya is also a member of the VBFS Diversity Committee. Her favorite subject to teach is math because it involves other disciplines such as phonics, the alphabet, sounds, and correct formation of letters and numbers. 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