Erika Norman
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. During this time I learned a great deal from many gifted colleagues and many wonderful students. Together we struggled, laughed, and learned about ourselves and learning. I am a […]
Erik Keithley
I’m from Maryland and attended Elon University in North Carolina where I received a B.A. in Journalism and Film. I worked for several years as a Communications Manager for Trinity Episcopal School in Austin, Texas, where I loved getting to visit classrooms on a daily basis and document the amazing stories of learning taking place. […]
Diane Bramble
I’ve taught at Friends School since 1989. I love teaching here because it’s a place where children are respected. I believe, as Plutarch did, that the mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled. In my classroom I aspire to not only get students thinking and to challenge themselves, […]
Del Hebert
I graduated from Penn State in 2015 with a degree in Psychology and Statistics. I worked in educational research for 5 years at ETS, studying motivation, engagement, and emotions in learning and assessment. After co-teaching 5th grade at Friends for 2 years, I am starting a new role as the Associate Program Coordinator. I am […]
deana harragarra waters
I have been happy to be a part of the Friends School community since 1999. Many years ago, when interviewing for graduate school, I told the selection committee my goal was to be a children’s librarian on an Indian reservation. My desire to be a children’s librarian was largely influenced by my Kiowa grandfather who […]
Dani Pifer
I am beyond excited and grateful to be a part of the Friends School Community this upcoming school year as the lead Kindergarten teacher. I moved from San Diego to Colorado in 2008 to attend the University of Colorado at Boulder. As a student, I was a mentor and tutor at an educational nonprofit called […]
Colleen Weber
I’ve known I wanted to work with children since I was a kid myself. My first grade teacher was the most wonderful educator and she inspired me to become a teacher, too. Growing up, I was the go-to neighborhood babysitter. As a teen, I volunteered to coach youth basketball teams. Throughout college I worked in […]
Christopher DeJulio
I am honored to have the opportunity to work at Friends School. The people I have met here have been so welcoming that I cannot wait to meet more and get started helping make Friends School run and look its best. I have 10 years of facilities experience in Colorado. Before coming to Friends School, […]
Christie Stanford
I’ve been fortunate to be teaching at Friends Preschool since 1999. I believe the 3, 4, and 5 year old child is a magical being with an enchanting view of the world. My teaching days are full of new beginnings as I am witness to curiosity in action. Helping children learn and care about themselves […]
Chelsea Bruder
I completed the Friends Teacher Prep Program during the 2018-2019 school year and was a TC in 3rd grade at Friends. I fell in love with Friends School immediately, and I knew that I wanted to stay a part of this community. Last year I was the Teacher Assistant in 4th grade at Friends, which allowed […]
