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. Katie is from Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Ed is a former journalist with The Boston Globe, The National Law Journal and other publications and a consultant in communications. "As mothers we are all truly the first teachers our children have." Eunice comes from La Paz-Bolivia, one of the highest cities in the world. Super high-end travel agent serving the Film and Sports industries and high net worth families. Degrees: B.F.A. 7 years old to 10 years old Theme Weeks. I believe the 3, 4, and 5 year old child is a magical being with an enchanting view of the world. Mostly, her role as a mom to a law student is the most rewarding! 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 likes to spend time outdoors, on the beach and trying new food. Her personal passions include attending spoken word performances and writing short stories and essays. Tanya loves the early childhood program because this is the time when students' personalities blossom and she truly enjoys seeing the "light bulb" go on when they catch on and learn something new. I pride myself in personally connecting with students in order to reach developmental and emotional milestones. Tieshia is also a member of the VBFS Diversity Committee. I achieved this by being the best person that I could be. Sandra is a proactive, pioneering administrator who focuses on the staff and inspires the students. Angela brings her great personality, personalized instruction and experience to the Cottage. She is thrilled to still be a part of the Wellsprings Friends community, and eternally grateful to the staff and board at . info@friendsschoolboulder.org 303.499.1999. Phone +61 3 6210 2200 Devin is often known for being the ""school mom,"" making connections with the students that far outlast the classroom. Our teachers work as a team, sharing insights as well as curricular goals, ensuring that our program builds cohesively from preschool through 8th grade. When I was 26, I attempted to hike the Colorado Trail solo only a few months after being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Discover how our dedicated faculty guide our students through their academic journey in the Lower School. Something went wrong. He has also joined the VBFS Diversity Committee! 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. Kim Bouchier. Kaleigh has always loved working with children of all ages and abilities. She thrives in a fast-paced environment and with three little ones in tow, considers herself a problem solver and task master. I'd never heard of Friends School until my oldest son turned 2. She has been working with infants and toddlers since 2015. Special Education George Mason University; Autism Spectrum Disorders Cert. John joined the Board in October 2017. She loves cultivating that shared joy alongside children of all ages, gaining intrinsic rewards from each grade level. Staff and CIT applications are now available. After spending many years in the legal field, Sarah left her career when her daughter, Zoe, who is enrolled at VBFS in first grade, was six months old. Degrees: B.E.D. Tieshia's Montessori background meshes perfectly with Friends education and the pedagogy of teaching to the whole child. Please check your entries and try again. We are excited to welcome Roy, and his son Jasper, who is enrolled in the Cottage, for the 2021-2022 academic year! Susan joined the Board of Trustees in February, 2017. Without their guidance, I would not be where I am today. 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. 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. Degrees: Master in Business Administration, Old Dominion University She embraces the Suzuki Method and Every Child Can and believes that, when nurtured, every child can achieve great things. Ed joins VBFS as the new Garden and seventh and eighth grade history teacher. Degrees: Masters in Business Administration, Old Dominion University Devin became a teacher so that she could share her love of language, culture, and travel! I love my role as a teacher educator! James inspires students and adults with his amazing artistic skills and talent. 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. After a few years volunteering at Beach Day, she now puts her MBA with a background in marketing to use by planning fundraising events and focusing on the growth and development of Friends School. I had the privilege of joining the Friends School community in 1998 as the Program Coordinator and continued in that capacity until 2005 at which time I moved to Denver for my daughter to attend the Denver School of the Arts. To contact us, please email summercamp@friendsbalt.org or call 410-649-3218. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or physical handicap with regard to student admissions, financial aid awards, the administration of our educational policies, hiring of staff, Trustee selection, or any other program or activity of the school. Boulder, CO 80303, NORTH Campus: Desktop-Navigation. He teaches to inspire, and to help students find their inner voice to become problem solvers who are stakeholders in their education. LaJuan accepted the position at School for Friends . Most of my teaching has been in bilingual, elementary education, but I've also taught high school and community college. He loves to interact with his students and teach them skills in a variety of sports and activities. info@friendsschoolboulder.org 303.499.1999. She's always out and about and eager to say hi! 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. Military and families with multiple siblings enrolled in the program will receive a 5% discount. Friends School is a welcoming and enriching place to work where I can learn from my colleagues, students, and the community. The past 10 years the Foundation has averaged over $22,000 per year for annual dues and donations. She also created and leads the Parents of Multiracial Children group at School for Friends and the school Equity and Diversity Coordinator. 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 came to the US at age fifteen and finished high school here. 2021 by http://wellspringsfriends.org. . She worked at First Baptist Church Child Care Center during the 1983-1984 school year. She has a passion for Quaker education and the project-based, experiential learning model at VBFS. Leadership & Committees - The Friends' School Leadership & Committees Home About Us Governance Leadership & Committees Libraries There are three libraries in the School: one in Morris, one in the High School and one in Clemes. She is the Head of Nursery at Friends Meeting of Washington where she has been providing childcare for over a decade. 3800 Kalmia Avenue In this position, she truly found her passion for working with children with learning and behavior challenges. Starting in Elementary school, she made the Library her home away from home. I am excited to be starting this teaching journey, and can't wait to dedicate my curious nature and empathetic demeanor to teaching students. Where are you from and where do you live now? She is thrilled to be piloting the S.T.E.A.M program this year for our cottage through fourth graders! Our Board of Trustees are dedicated to the short-term goals and long-term successes of our school. 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.". LaJuan is married and is the proud mother of three children, Jamar, Daevon and Jacqueline. Jamie is so excited to join the VBFS family, as she was one of our Summer Camp Counselors for Summer Fun at Friends 2022! We invite you to use this library to find new connections or reach out to old friends. Two years later, she received her child development associate (CDA) bilingual credential. B.A. At A Glance. 2.5 to 4 year old Theme Weeks. Taryana enjoys music, spending time with her family, and reading. B.M. We are thrilled she has joined VBFS! Our current Board combines a mixture of long-serving Trustees with relatively new members. 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. 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. Courtney is an avid reader and lover of books. Spanish Education Old Dominion University. Posted on December 18, 2019. She is currently pursuing an Associate degree in Business Management. Email: annemarie@olneyfriends.org. She recently moved to the Virginia Beach area from Lexington, Virginia. The University of the Arts Philadelphia Studied Abroad at: Illaboratorio per Affresco *Qualified professional technique certified by the Italian Government under Leonetto Tintori. She hopes to open her own school one day. 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. Brianis passionateaboutsocial justice and educationissues. Caitlin uses music and technology to connect students with their cultural communities. After high school, she attended the College of Southern Maryland where she obtained her Associates in Early Childhood Education. After graduating from the University of Colorado Boulder in 1995, I began teaching preschool. I am so excited to be the administrative assistant at the middle school and to ensure the school day runs smoothly. His daughter Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith, a successful activist mural artist, found a welcoming and supportive educational home at Wellsprings and graduated in 2008. in 2018 and has been providing classes, coaching, and private consultation for parents, teachers, and individuals in the US and abroad. 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