Meet the Ambassadors!
By Melanie Leggett, Director of Admissions From an Admissions standpoint, opening our Middle School has been quite a ride. I’ve had moments of glory, moments of adversity, and everything in between. From creating applications, to learning the details of a new program, to figuring out just what a middle school shadow day should look like, […]
8th Grader Profile: Charlotte Commons
Friends School’s first 8th grade class will be graduating in May. As they look towards high school, we’ve taken the opportunity to interview each of them to find out about their time at Friends School, whether they are “lifers” (here since Preschool) or brand new to Friends School. Please enjoy this interview of Charlotte Commons, […]
Volunteer Profile: Amy & Thom Teten
Volunteer Profile: Amy & Thom Teten AMY Hometown: Austin, Texas Personal: Children: 2; Cash (8, 3rd grade at Friends) and Woodrow (5, Kindergarten at Friends) Pets: 1 dog; a pure bred Standard Poodle, Heddy Education/current or previous employment: B.A., History, University of Texas at Austin, M.B.A., University of Texas at San Antonio Career:Currently I’m the […]
8th Grader Profile: Allison Hoeffler
Friends School’s first 8th grade class will be graduating in May. As they look towards high school, we’ve taken the opportunity to interview each of them to find out about their time at Friends School, whether they are “lifers” (here since Preschool) or brand new to Friends School. Please enjoy this interview of Allison Hoeffler, […]
Middle School Harvest Celebration
Our families gathered together at our North Campus this afternoon for an amazing feast prepared by our students in celebration of the fall Harvest. The food was delicious and the conversation and company were awesome.
Math and A New Resource from Stanford University
Math at Friends School and a cool new resource from Stanford University By Erika Norman, Friends School math teacher At Friends School, we help students become capable and efficient mathematicians with a growth mindset about math learning. Our students are curious about the patterns and intricacies of math, and yes, even see the beauty in […]
Volunteer Profile: Diane Hullet
Volunteer Profile: Diane Hullet Hometown: Okemos, Michigan Personal: Husband: Russ, from Westport, Connecticut Children: Anna, 9th grade at Dawson, dances at Kinesis; Jessica, 5th grade at Friends, practices karate at Wolchek Academy of Martial Arts Pets: Kaya, lab/shepherd; Mokie, cockapoo; Skidder the turtle; various fish Education/current or previous employment: BA from CU, MA in Education from Stanford, […]
Pre-K friends
Our Pre-K students are so happy to back together sharing playground adventures, creating in the classroom, and enjoying fun friendships.
Wing Art Project
Art is everywhere at Friends School! These beautiful wings are a collaborative project by Kindergarten through 3rd grade (in the coming months, look for permanent wings on the playground). Meanwhile, 4th grade is “tagging” the playground with positive messages using chalk spray paint and homemade stencils. Look on the 5th grade windows to see their […]
Preschool First Week
It’s been a great start of school for our newest students. Preschool East students are enjoying their time in the classroom, exploring the playground, and making new friends.
