Meet the Staff: Steve Fragleasso. She has worked with children with special needs, ages three to ten years old in private practice and in preschools. Dafna has taught at the Virginia Beach Friends School for over a decade. 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. I love my role as a teacher educator! She holds a certification in childcare from the Logan Community School. 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. Her teaching began as a stay at home mother and then home schooled her oldest children. Sandy is an avid baseball fan and enjoys joining a friend to watch the stars on a clear . in Liberal Arts, Southern Virginia University. Tieshia comes to VBFS from Courthouse Montessori School where she was the lead Toddler Teacher for 18 years. But always willing to help them with anything." When Max is not teaching, he enjoys the beach, pickleball, basketball and spending time with friends and family. Jacob Crow. 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. 5114 North Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21210 410-649-3200 Get Directions Jamie moved to Virginia Beach this past summer from Northern Virginia, where she grew up. Q. Whats pre-k up to this week? As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. Mike's introduction to Quaker education came in his role as the Dean of Students at Moses Brown School in Providence, RI. Roy is a certified Elementary Pre-Kindergarten through Sixth Grade teacher in Virginia, and comes to VBFS with seven years of teaching experience and over twenty years of experience working with children in many different facets.. From beginning his career as a camp counselor at Camp Swamp in Georgia, to teaching at a local Montessori school and Old Donation School, his diverse and unconventional background allows Roy to be able to craft his teaching style that is relational, creative, and well-rounded. She continued to work with children in this capacity until she started her official full-timeposition in an early childhood program. 210. 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. She has taught in Illinois, Idaho, S. Carolina and Oregon, headed a professional organization, and been part of state working groups in her field. 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. 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 . Where are you from and where do you live now? She is also certified in Creative Curriculum, which is the Pre-Kindergarten program at VBFS. 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). Virginia Beach native, Anna is mother to three young children, who all attend Friends School. 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 . She hopes her students would describe her as "fun and a little nutty! Jackie was an assistant teacher in the Blue Room from 1984 to 1991. 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. We are excited to welcome Roy, and his son Jasper, who is enrolled in the Cottage, for the 2021-2022 academic year! Nicolette recently won the 2022 Cox Education Hero Award! Degrees: B.A, University of Massachusetts. 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. The Friends' School Incorporated Trading as The Friends' School CRICOS Registration Number 00477G ABN 34 682 819 626. Delivered experiences in Cannes Film Festival . Her students describe her as funny, crazy (in a good way!) 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. 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. John is a team player and enjoys working positively and collaboratively with all members of this unique school community to ensure student success. She completed her Child Development Associate credential in 1991. John Zimmerman hails from Mercer County, New Jersey. Degree: B.A in Science, University of California at Santa Barbara, Environmental Studies, Degree: AS in Physical and Recreation Education from The Callao National University. Degrees: Master in Business Administration, Old Dominion University Boulder, CO 80301, Email: She holds a CDA Certificate in addition to a Degree in General Accounting. Did we mention Tanya has 8 children? Ive taught at Friends School since 1989. She has taught in inner-city public schools as well as at one of the nation's oldest private academies. Boulder, CO 80301, Email: She has been working with infants and toddlers since 2015. 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. Degree: AS in Early Childhood Education Bryant and Stratton, Anticipated December 2022 Completion with a B.S in Early Childhood Education, Regent University. His daughter Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith, a successful activist mural artist, found a welcoming and supportive educational home at Wellsprings and graduated in 2008. Summer Fun at Friends is a unique summer . 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. 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. . Her wealth of knowledge in management, methodology and education is precise and plentiful. At the start of Term 1 2020, we look forward to welcoming new staff throughout the School. Graduate work at UVA. Email. 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. where she was a swim instructor for twenty years. 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. Barbara returned to VBFS in 2019 after teaching science from 2001-2006 at Friends. Lisette has been a Special Education teacher since 1984. I have been happy to be a part of the Friends School community since 1999. As part o, Summer at Friends is LIVE!!! In Gunnision I had to end my hike because of early winter storms. As the Assistant Head of School and Chief Financial Officer, Candice manages the finances, human resources, facilities and enrollment at Friends. Degrees: B.A. We encourage everyone, Come meet and chat with the new incoming Head of S, BUDDY DAY!!! 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. Like Friends, I am committed to supporting children with finding their spark and joy in learning throughinquiry of the world aroundthem. 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 also created and leads the Parents of Multiracial Children group at School for Friends and the school Equity and Diversity Coordinator. 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. Email: annemarie@olneyfriends.org. He loves to interact with his students and teach them skills in a variety of sports and activities. Susan joined the Board of Trustees in February, 2017. Maritza is certified as an Early Childhood Professional with The Cares Association. Wellsprings Friends School is an open and welcoming environment, where all people are respected. 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. 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. Jamie is so excited to join the VBFS family, as she was one of our Summer Camp Counselors for Summer Fun at Friends 2022! Students from every identity deserve to see themselves in the books theyre reading. LaJuan is married and is the proud mother of three children, Jamar, Daevon and Jacqueline. 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. She had the opportunity to get to know the school and wanted to play a more integral part. 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. in 2018 and has been providing classes, coaching, and private consultation for parents, teachers, and individuals in the US and abroad. She completed her student teaching requirements in the Quaker House classroom. 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. Military and families with multiple siblings enrolled in the program will receive a 5% discount. She believes in lifelong learning and in cherishing each others experiences. We offer vigorous, child-centered education grounded in the Quaker principles of equity, integrity, and stewardship. His interests include chess, sailing and gardening. She started working with RCIS (Rock Creek International School) in 2001 as a bus driver, assistant teacher, and summer school Spanish teacher until 2007. After co-teaching 5th grade at Friends for 2 years, I am starting a new role as the Associate Program Coordinator. Lizzie Dewis. She recently moved to the Virginia Beach area from Lexington, Virginia. Her passion for culture permeates her classroom in her exuberant teaching style. Marissa is excited to join the VBFS family as the new Kindergarten teacher! Natalie is a native of Poland where she studied Early Childhood Development and 1st through 3rd-grade teaching at the Pedagogical University of Krakow, and transitioned to her professional assignment at Kangaroo Preschool, a local private charter school. She is certified in Infant, Toddler and Twos Montessori Teaching with the North American Montessori Center. 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. Prior to teaching at FSW, Jennifer was a mentor and instructional coach for beginning teachers at DC Virgo . 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. Middle School, Teacher Prep Between 1991 and 1993 she worked at Just Us Kids as a floater and as a teacher coordinator. Kate initially came to Friends as a parent of a preschooler and fell in love with the school as a parent. The Friends School of Atlanta offers an exceptional academic program with differentiated instruction every step of the way. In this position, she truly found her passion for working with children with learning and behavior challenges. 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. How truly fortunate we are to count accomplished musicians, folk artisans, conservationists, authors, researchers, martial artists and performers amongst our educators and administrative staff. We are thrilled she has joined VBFS! Her hobbies include fishing and reading a good book. Speech Pathology and Audiology and Human Services Counseling, Old Dominion University. Now as the VBFS Librarian, she hopes to instill that same love and passion for reading in each and every Friends School student. Max believes that being active and learning new techniques will help his students grow and appreciate physical activity. 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. My father still lives in my childhood home in Golden. As a board member, she focuses on research, community outreach, recruitment, and assessment. 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. 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! Degrees: Masters in Business Administration, Old Dominion University Facebook; Instagram; Twitter; LinkedIn; YouTube; All applications will be online this year. Bachelor of Science, University of Maryland. Barbara is a seasoned educator with over twenty years of teaching science in independent schools across Hampton Roads. Why Support Friends? B.S. When the academic "fit" of a school matches a student's personality and goals, the sky's the limit. Kaleigh is our new Learning Specialist for the 21-22 school year! 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. MS Science, 8G Homeroom, Lead Classroom Teacher Roberta has worn many hats at VBFS since 2011 - subbing as a teacher's assistant, school purchasing and helping the front office. Eunice comes from La Paz-Bolivia, one of the highest cities in the world. She is thrilled to be piloting the S.T.E.A.M program this year for our cottage through fourth graders! Carolina Friends School actively strives to be a community of staff, students, and families of diverse backgrounds. Most of my teaching has been in bilingual, elementary education, but I've also taught high school and community college. Brianis originally from the Boston area. Two years later, she received her child development associate (CDA) bilingual credential. LaJuan was born and raised in Washington, DC and attended DC public schools. Nicolette comes to Friends School from teaching at the Manor Schools in Virginia Beach. 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. Our teachers are experts in their field and are committed to personal growth and lifelong learning. Her childhood in Pennsylvania is where she developed her passion for nature. The outdoor classroom that I get to work in never fails to amaze me with learning opportunities. 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. To help other high school students gain similar benefits, John has been an enthusiastic supporter of Wellsprings since its founding in 1994. New staff commencing at the start of Term 1, 2020, Please submit your details and we'll be in touch, 23 Commercial Road Tieshia's Montessori background meshes perfectly with Friends education and the pedagogy of teaching to the whole child. 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. 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 . Charleston is currently enrolled at VBFS in first grade. 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. Our Board partners closely with school leadership to provide insight and guidance on key strategic and financial decisions throughout the year. My favorite part of math is, At a very early age I knew I wanted to be a teacher. Roy joins the Virginia Beach Friends School Community as the new Kindergarten through Fourth Grade math teacher. Muhlenberg College. 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. In 2022 Alumni donations decreased to $6,815. 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. Devin became a teacher so that she could share her love of language, culture, and travel! Staff. Degrees: M.A. I love teaching math, and have taught it at every level from sixth grade through community college over the past decade. She came to the US at age fifteen and finished high school here. 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 At A Glance. Heenjoys hiking and reading. He teaches to inspire, and to help students find their inner voice to become problem solvers who are stakeholders in their education. 3800 Kalmia Avenue While being a stay-at-home mom, Sarah became Secretary of a local chapter "mom's club", and eventually was voted President. CFS does not discriminate based on age, race, color . In 1981, I started on a career path that has led me to Friends School. I pride myself in personally connecting with students in order to reach developmental and emotional milestones. Australia CFS does not discriminate based on age, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, socio-economic background, family structure, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, or military service in the administration of its policies and program. Kate is known for getting her hands dirty in the garden and walking around with snakes draped around her neck. My teachers helped me to discover a passion for learning and for the Humanities, which I now study at university. 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. Since then, she has continued to learn with the Friends school SPICES instilled within her. Friends School faculty and staff are an outstanding group of dedicated educators. Degrees: B.S in Psychology, Lynchburg College, Pursuing Master's in Education Degree and Teaching License from Regent University. As a teacher, I seek to honor the diversity of students interests, backgrounds, identities, and learning needs. 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. Sabina joined the School for Friends staff in Spring of 2003. Kate loves teaching S.T.E.A.M and science! Natalie enjoys sightseeing around Washington DC, hiking, photography, and learning about different cultures. 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. She began her collegiate career at George Mason University studying psychology and childhood development. He attended Scattergood Friends School in Iowa, which he considers as having yielded experiences that continue to direct his life in positive ways. Our expert and dynamic faculty and staff make up the culture of our school with their unique perspectives and individual talents. She looks forward to bringing her art and all the parts of her life to share with the Wellsprings community. 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. In 2017, she was awarded Teacher of the Year from Washington FAMILY Magazine. I am happy to have this opportunity to help, inspire and support the students, and to create opportunities for the students to grow. This. SOUTH Campus: 215-533-5368 Makai attended D.C. Public Schools until she began high school at Sidwell Friends School. Joyful learners come together in small, diverse classes where they gain the confidence to become their best selves as students and engaged citizens. Degrees: Penn State and Old Dominion University. 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. LaJuan accepted the position at School for Friends in 1986. 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. We cannot, however, extend the deadline of February 7 for financial, Address: The Friends School of Atlanta 862 Columbia Drive Decatur, GA 30030. The University of the Arts Philadelphia Studied Abroad at: Illaboratorio per Affresco *Qualified professional technique certified by the Italian Government under Leonetto Tintori. Morris Classroom Teacher. Special Education George Mason University; Autism Spectrum Disorders Cert. Maritza has fifteen years of experience with infants to three years in a classroom setting as an assistant teacher. What did you do before working at Friends School? Dafna Sonnenthal is a career educator who has worked with children and adults in primary, secondary, and college level programs. Berna holds a BA in English Language Teaching and an MA in Early Childhood Education. Starting in Elementary school, she made the Library her home away from home. She has always had a passion for teaching young children. 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. Prior to her arrival at Friends, Megan owned The Children's Academy for the Arts, a performing and creative arts academy for children. Faculty & Staff. 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. 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. University of Toledo. Founded on Quaker values that still . Friends values in community and compassion was exactly what I was looking for in a school to begin my journey as a teacher. I have one younger sister who has a 1 and 4 year old that I take on adventures often. 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. Ed is a former journalist with The Boston Globe, The National Law Journal and other publications and a consultant in communications. Brianis passionateaboutsocial justice and educationissues. B.M. Angela brings her great personality, personalized instruction and experience to the Cottage. Jennifer Barfield. John's most recent positions at PFS included the Director . We encourage substantial professional development for teachers and administration on and off campus. Tieshia is also a member of the VBFS Diversity Committee. Kathryn Park Cook Head of School. Raena has been working in the education field for 10 years. She enjoys cooking and traveling as she want to see the world! Our goal in 2023 is to forward the HHSAF annual . 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. They deserve to think of themselves as the main characters, worthy of a cover, and not just a side character or comic relief. Please submit your details and we'll be in touch, 23 Commercial Road Dear members of the MIT community and friends, It has been an exciting and eventful start to the year for our engineering community. 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 have worked in education for over twenty years, serving as an outdoor educator, classroom teacher, and school leader. Watching students succeed in meeting their goals is one of her biggest joys in life, and she cant wait to make a difference in the Friends School community! By WSBTV.com News Staff March 01, 2023 at 5:55 am EST ATLANTA Clark Atlanta University confirmed a man shot and killed near campus was a student and college baseball player for the school. 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. He and his wife Stephanie Judson have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and two grandsons. Over the years, she and her family have written and produced several musicals for Friends School students. 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 . The award recognizes teachers who have done a tremendous job enriching the lives of their students. Her two sons are also students at VBFS. Learn a little bit more about him in this brief interview. Before becoming a classroom teacher, she worked with arts and literacy-focused after-school and summer programs in Chicago. After high school, she attended the College of Southern Maryland where she obtained her Associates in Early Childhood Education. Currently she is doing a lot of work on environmental and justice issues. She doesn't just work for one administrator, she works for multiple and she does so beautifully! info@friendsschoolboulder.org 303.499.1999. The Friends School of Atlanta is still accepting applications for the 22-23 school year. She joined the Board in September 2011. 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. 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! Degrees: B.A in Music, Mount Holyoke College, Pursuing M.A in Music Education, Teacher's College Columbia University. I have been living in Colorado since 1991. 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. 1998 - 20002 years. Please check your email for further instructions. 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. Roberta is the best Office Manager around. 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