At a moment in history where some states are banning books and citizens have a difficult time discerning credible sources from propaganda, preparing teachers has taken on new layers of complexity and importance. Friends School, a preschool – 8th grade independent school in Boulder, Colorado houses an alternative teacher licensure program
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
