Kindergarten Firefighters: Learning Through Play at Friends
Kindergarteners recently dove into the concept of community with a hands-on, exciting journey to their local fire station. Their exploration of community helpers sparked curiosity and ignited dreams of becoming firefighters.
The Enormous Pumpkin, Stone Soup & Gratitude
Fall season often has people thinking a lot about gratitude. One of the very best things about Friends School is that, for us, gratitude is not seasonal.
Harvest & The Moonlight Beagle
In my family, the arrival of fall was marked by an annual event we hosted on our northeast family farm called the “Moonlight Beagle”, held on the Sunday closest to the full moon in October.
Celebrating the TPP
Not only are our young students engaged in learning every day, so are our adult learners. A unique element of our school is our Teacher Preparation Program (TPP).
The Importance of Community
Being new in a community can be both exciting and also a little intimidating. Whether it’s joining a new school, moving to a new neighborhood, or starting a new job, stepping into an unfamiliar environment often brings a mix of anticipation and anxiety.
Our Valued Team of Educators
At the heart of a great school is an outstanding faculty and staff – the people are our core! We are fortunate to have an incredible faculty and staff who are committed to our mission and vision.
Opening Week
There is nothing quite like the opening week of school. The nervous excitement abounds, with some students beginning their journey in a whole new school and everyone arriving a little older and more mature than the year before.
Julie Ann Pasquinelli
I am incredibly excited to embark on this new journey in the Friends Teacher Preparation Program and work alongside experienced educators who are passionate about creating a positive impact on young lives. This will be my first time in the classroom, but my experience working for and with children spans over a decade. After graduating […]
Caitlin Spurr
I am thrilled to be a part of Friends School, where I can combine my passion for education with a commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences. As a state-licensed teacher with over 15 years of diverse teaching experience—from administration to Kindergarten—I am dedicated to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment in the Kindergarten classroom. Having […]
Jon Bluestein
Throughout my 17 years in independent school leadership, I have dedicated myself to the mission of fostering programs that couple academics and social-emotional learning to transform the educational experience into one that develops students into empathetic and active global citizens who think critically, solve problems, express themselves freely, and show perseverance in the face of […]
