She has always had a passion for teaching young children. My favorite thing about STEM is developing creative approaches to problem solving and gaining those ever-useful critical thinking skills thathelp us to navigate understanding and interpreting the world around us. LaJuan accepted the position at School for Friends . Degrees: Masters in Secondary Education from American University 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. She has taught in inner-city public schools as well as at one of the nation's oldest private academies. John of Portland, Oregon is a very devoted member of the Eugene Friends Meeting. Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: Since then, I have bounced around the Colorado area a little, spending about two years in Lakewood and the past 9 years in Boulder. K-8 PE Teacher, Steve Fragleasso (pr: frag-lee-AH-so) joined the Friends School team in January this year, bringing the joy of outdoor education to our students. She worked at First Baptist Child Care Center for two years. Kris works with incoming families on navigating the referral process. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. Special Education George Mason University; Autism Spectrum Disorders Cert. 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 Marissa is excited to join the VBFS family as the new Kindergarten teacher! 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. I achieved this by being the best person that I could be. Her teaching began as a stay at home mother and then home schooled her oldest children. My favorite part of math is, At a very early age I knew I wanted to be a teacher. Degree: AS in Early Childhood Education Bryant and Stratton, Anticipated December 2022 Completion with a B.S in Early Childhood Education, Regent University. Kim Bouchier. 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. Beyond the classroom, Dafna loves the art of photography, and is always looking to capture compelling moments with families, children and surfers against the natural beauty in and around Virginia Beach. She is married and has two beautiful daughters, Emily and Valeria. 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. I pride myself in personally connecting with students in order to reach developmental and emotional milestones. She was born in Peru, and has a passion for swimming. As an educator, she believes incontributing to the development of a high-quality early learning program that provides unique educational opportunities for children. 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! Our administrative staff is comprised of a group of exceptional professionals from a wide variety of business and administrative backgrounds. She has been a teacher in New York City public schools for the last decade. She worked at First Baptist Child Care Center for two years. Tieshia comes to VBFS from Courthouse Montessori School where she was the lead Toddler Teacher for 18 years. In Gunnision I had to end my hike because of early winter storms. All employees have a wide swath of opportunities for professional development and are . LaJuan is married and is the proud mother of three children, Jamar, Daevon and Jacqueline. Joyful learners come together in small, diverse classes where they gain the confidence to become their best selves as students and engaged citizens. 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. 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. Her two sons are also students at VBFS. 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. 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. Her background is in environmental experiential learning and nonprofit management. Please check your entries and try again. It is clear that Anna's academic and professional background fall nicely in line with Friends School's philosophy, mission, and goals. John Zimmerman hails from Mercer County, New Jersey. The past 10 years the Foundation has averaged over $22,000 per year for annual dues and donations. 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. The Friends School of Atlanta is still accepting applications for the 22-23 school year. Candice enjoys coming to school everyday, where she sees her daughter, Charleston, grow as a student and a community citizen. She hopes to open her own school one day. She looks forward to bringing her art and all the parts of her life to share with the Wellsprings community. Our community is at the heart of all we do. Each staff member and teacher is committed to the overall wellbeing and growth of Friends School. As a certified teacher for pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade Spanish, Devin loves teaching the older lower school students and middle school students because they are able to appreciate the complexities of learning about new cultures and languages while also keeping her up to date with current trends, fashion and music! 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! Angela joins VBFS as the new Cottage Teacher Assistant for the 2021-2022 academic year! 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! 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. Sandra is a proactive, pioneering administrator who focuses on the staff and inspires the students. Jamie is so excited to join the VBFS family, as she was one of our Summer Camp Counselors for Summer Fun at Friends 2022! Kaleigh is our new Learning Specialist for the 21-22 school year! Mary McDowell Friends School is a K-12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities. University of Toledo Anne Marie Taber '79: Director of Development & Library. She enjoys spending time in nature with her husband, and loves to play tennis and the piano. 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. Natalie enjoys sightseeing around Washington DC, hiking, photography, and learning about different cultures. She has earned her CDA credential. Phone +61 3 6210 2200 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. Max believes that being active and learning new techniques will help his students grow and appreciate physical activity. He loves to interact with his students and teach them skills in a variety of sports and activities. During my time at Friends, I achieved more than I could have possibly hoped for. Audrey is looking forward to an exciting new school year! She would like to pursue further education in the teaching field. 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. Ultimately, he became a teacher because he loves sharing what was shared with him- a passion for creating. 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. Lisette has been a Special Education teacher since 1984. Jackie was an assistant teacher in the Blue Room from 1984 to 1991. As a small child I had an imaginary classroom. Her hobbies include fishing and reading a good book. Ive been fortunate to be teaching at Friends Preschool since 1999. Prior to her arrival at Friends, Megan owned The Children's Academy for the Arts, a performing and creative arts academy for children. B.A. 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. Australia Charleston is currently enrolled at VBFS in first grade. We invite you to use this library to find new connections or reach out to old friends. Every teacher knows every child. Through this process students have the power to find the answers and enact true change as citizens of their community, and in turn this allows Roy to challenge each student as well as guide them to find their worth and value in the world. I am very excited for this next chapter in my life, and to have the opportunity to workat Friends School this coming school year. LINCOLN, Neb. A co-worker at the time urged me to quickly get my name on the list at Friends preschool. His daughter Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith, a successful activist mural artist, found a welcoming and supportive educational home at Wellsprings and graduated in 2008. Speech Pathology and Audiology and Human Services Counseling, Old Dominion University. In addition to her work in the classroom, Megan enjoys creating art and spending time with her family. I look forward to new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Starting in Elementary school, she made the Library her home away from home. Staff. In addition to teaching at Friends, Ed Ed volunteers at The Tidewater Wooden Boat Workshop, teaching disadvantaged kids how to build and sail wooden boats. 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. 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." Our Board partners closely with school leadership to provide insight and guidance on key strategic and financial decisions throughout the year. Prior to teaching at FSW, Jennifer was a mentor and instructional coach for beginning teachers at DC Virgo . She has also worked with Hampton Roads Public schools to provide counseling and case management services to students who were at risk of losing their educational placement due to mental health and/or behavioral issues. 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. 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. Tieshia's Montessori background meshes perfectly with Friends education and the pedagogy of teaching to the whole child. Degrees: Bachelor's Degree, Early Childhood Education, Kennesaw University. Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: Finding ways for kids to feel seen, heard and honored has always been my goal. 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. 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. She recently moved to the Virginia Beach area from Lexington, Virginia. Heenjoys hiking and reading. His younger daughter, Angela, was in the first graduating class in 1996. Degrees: B.S in Psychology, Lynchburg College, Pursuing Master's in Education Degree and Teaching License from Regent University. She also loves teaching about Hispanic culture and helping them connect with Spanish speaking countries in ways that are meaningful and relatable to them. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. James inspires students and adults with his amazing artistic skills and talent. Proudly created by LLDCPX on Wix.com. She embraces the Suzuki Method and Every Child Can and believes that, when nurtured, every child can achieve great things. Our current Board combines a mixture of long-serving Trustees with relatively new members. I truly love teaching middle schoolers, and appreciate their energy, thinking, humor, and individuality. 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. Jennifer Barfield. Boulder, CO 80301, Email: 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. Our student population is so fortunate to have her caring heart and knowledgeable insight. 5465 Pennsylvania Avenue Paul Bailey. 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. LaJuan was born and raised in Washington, DC and attended DC public schools. Dear members of the MIT community and friends, It has been an exciting and eventful start to the year for our engineering community. Before becoming a classroom teacher, she worked with arts and literacy-focused after-school and summer programs in Chicago. Degrees and Certifications: B.S. She began her journey into Early Childhood Education in high school where she took child growth and development classes. Bachelor of Science, University of Maryland. Preschool, Elementary We are excited to welcome Roy, and his son Jasper, who is enrolled in the Cottage, for the 2021-2022 academic year! . When I was 26, I attempted to hike the Colorado Trail solo only a few months after being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. She became a Certificated Instructor of Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) 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. Jacob Crow. 210. admissions@friendsschoolboulder.org. 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. 3800 Kalmia Avenue 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. Since then, she has continued to learn with the Friends school SPICES instilled within her. Kris holds a PhD in Communication and Media. I am so excited to be a part of a learning community which promotes connection and has students work through topics and questions that are relevant, leading to a Friends School graduate who sees themself as an agent of change. . In her spare time, Katie loves to read and spend time with her family and friends. 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 is an accomplished independent school administrator, guiding three schools through strategic planning and accreditation processes, along with detailed financial and enrollment management skills. 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 was born and raised in Golden, Co. Its proximity to trails and mountains shaped my future. Limited Spots Available! Our Board of Trustees are dedicated to the short-term goals and long-term successes of our school. in History. In addition to her time at Southern Virginia University, Audrey served an 18-month church mission in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Sabina is from the coastal town of Bremen, Germany, where she lived most of her life. Kate initially came to Friends as a parent of a preschooler and fell in love with the school as a parent. 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. She believes exploring music and the arts fosters a lifelong love of learning. The outdoor classroom that I get to work in never fails to amaze me with learning opportunities. Kathryn Park Cook Head of School. Degree: BA in Psychology, Certified Elementary Education PK-4, Hollins University. Barbara returned to VBFS in 2019 after teaching science from 2001-2006 at Friends. Degrees: M.S. Instead of an apple, Roy prefers a great cup of cappuccino! 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 loved tohelp children with their homework and enjoyed playing games with them while in high school. 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 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. Ngoc has beenworking with children since her teenage years. Military and families with multiple siblings enrolled in the program will receive a 5% discount. I believe the 3, 4, and 5 year old child is a magical being with an enchanting view of the world. 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. Our goal in 2023 is to forward the HHSAF annual . Her wealth of knowledge in management, methodology and education is precise and plentiful. In the 2021-2022 academic year, Dafna was a celebrated educator by the school's accrediting body, Virginia Association of Independent Schools. 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! LaJuan was born and raised in Washington, DC and attended DC public schools. Breaking News, Sports, Manitoba, Canada. Nicolette recently won the 2022 Cox Education Hero Award! I have been living in Colorado since 1991. Nicolettte's passion is teaching reading and writing to our young minds and creating a love for reading through daily read-alouds. Degrees: B.A in Music, Mount Holyoke College, Pursuing M.A in Music Education, Teacher's College Columbia University. Prior to coming to the Friends School, she worked as a teacher with children ages 2-6 at Woods Creek Montessori. Kate loves teaching S.T.E.A.M and science! Something went wrong. Muhlenberg College. Degrees: Masters in Business Administration, Old Dominion University I am excited to be starting this teaching journey, and can't wait to dedicate my curious nature and empathetic demeanor to teaching students. Jamie moved to Virginia Beach this past summer from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. He has also joined the VBFS Diversity Committee! She worked at First Baptist Church Child Care Center during the 1983-1984 school year. She is the Head of Nursery at Friends Meeting of Washington where she has been providing childcare for over a decade. She graduated from Catholic University of America in May 2020 with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. Preschool, Elementary She likes to spend time outdoors, on the beach and trying new food. Angela brings her great personality, personalized instruction and experience to the Cottage. I am looking forward to making strong connections and collaborating with the rockstar preschool team! Personally, Roy is a self proclaimed family man that loves music, writing, and bringing fathers together to discuss how to live a balanced, fulfilled life. She has been lucky enough to travel the world to perform and study music from Cusco, Peru, where she played goats hooves and cowrie shells with the local children, to the Conservatory of Vienna, where she performed sonatas in 18th century concert halls. Phone +61 3 6210 2200 She also was a certified childcare provider in her home for 11 months. Degrees: B.E.D. Staff - Carolina Friends School, a pre-k to grade 12 Quaker day school serving the greater Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area | 919-383-6602 | info@cfsnc.org. 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. She began her collegiate career at George Mason University studying psychology and childhood development. Previously, for five years, Maritza was a swim instructor teaching students ages one to twelve and coached volleyball for three years. She is thrilled to be part of the Friends School community and of the success of her childrens education here. Back in the day Susan was a climbing guide as well as a member of Portland Mountain Rescue, and also worked with Portland Juvenile Services helping kids develop leadership skills through outdoor programs. 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