Team Archive - Friends School

Alison Russell

AfterCare Teacher

Amy believes the true power of education is when learners come to understand who they are and what resides within themselves; when their innate curiosity fuels their learning journey

Amy Cooper

Trustee

Nothing brings me greater joy than seeing a student's inner-artist light up when given the right tools, instruction, and encouragement to unearth their creative gifts.

Anna Ura

Art Teacher PS-8

I am thrilled to be resident teaching in Dani Pifer’s Kindergarten class at Friends elementary school this coming school year.

Anna Von Pechmann

Teacher Candidate - Kindergarten

Bev Cole

I love teaching math, and have taught it at every level from sixth grade through community college over the past decade. My favorite part of math is

Brandi Sanchez

Middle School Program Coordinator

At a very early age I knew I wanted to be a teacher. As a small child I had an imaginary classroom. I would spend hours teaching my “students”

Caroline Long

Lead Elementary Teacher - 3rd Grade

Friends has provided me with the best experience to be a supportive, compassionate, empathetic, and fun teacher that truly cares about relationships and seeing every child for who they are.

Chelsea Bruder

Lead Elementary Teacher - 2nd Grade

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.

Christie Stanford

Preschool Teacher

I cannot wait to help make Friends School run and look its best.

Christopher DeJulio

Director of Facilities

I am looking forward to making strong connections and collaborating with the rockstar preschool team!

Colleen Weber

Preschool Teacher

My goal every day as an educator is to cultivate an inclusive and safe environment where there is a balance between educating head, hand, and heart.

Dani Pifer

Kindergarten Teacher