2019-2020 Admissions Catalog Great Kids Becoming Foxes

110 E. Main St. Moorestown, NJ 08057 www.mfriends.org Greetings,

Thank you for considering Moorestown Friends School. Whether you are a student, parent, or family member, we appreciate you taking the time to learn more about our school.

At MFS, what we believe profoundly shapes how we teach and learn. Because we value the inherent dignity of every person, our students learn to see the Inner Light in people of all beliefs, backgrounds, talents, and personalities. And because we believe our classrooms should be both challenging and compassionate spaces, our students try more earnestly, persevere in the face of difficulty, go deeper, engage with others, and learn more. This catalog provides a basic outline of the curriculum and experiences in all three divisions: Lower, Middle, and Upper School. You can find more detailed academic information online at www.mfriends.org.

This publication also includes a list of faculty and staff, along with an impressive list of colleges and universities that our graduates currently attend. I encourage you to visit the MFS campus sometime soon to get a better sense of our tight-knit school community. Whether it is at an Open House, a campus tour, or a special event, I hope to meet you and your family very soon.

Warmly,

Julia de la Torre Head of School Table of Contents

Lower School Curriculum 2

Middle School Curriculum 2

Upper School Curriculum 6

Extracurricular & Summer Programming 10

Diversity 13 Admissions 13

Tuition and Financial Aid 13

College Counseling 14

Faculty and Staff 17

Mission Statement Moorestown Friends School is a community rooted in Quaker values and dedicated to the pursuit of educational excellence for a diverse student body within an academically rigorous and balanced program emphasizing personal, ethical and spiritual growth.

1 Beginnings and Lower School Curriculum The curriculum for Preschool through Grade 4 addresses the following areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Art, Coding, Library, Music, Physical Education, Technology, and Spiritual and Ethical Development. Computers are used in all classrooms, as well as in a Lower School computer lab with formal key­boarding beginning in Grade 2.

A Coding program, which was introduced in 2015-16, provides students with valuable computational thinking, problem solving, and teamwork skills.

Moorestown Friends School’s twin pillars of academic rigor and spiritual and ethical development come to life each day for our Preschool (age 3) through Grade 4 students. In small classes, students participate in an integrated program of reading, writing, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science organized around diverse themes and student-initiated investigations. Learning is hands-on; subjects come alive as students read, write, ask questions, interview experts, conduct experiments, take field trips, and share their learning. Students are taught to think critically: to gather complete information, be precise, develop a plan when solving a problem, and shift strategies when needed. Engagement in visual arts, music, physical education, computers, library use, and coding complement the traditional academic program.

The Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship are an integral part of every grade and every classroom. Teachers support students in the use of peaceful conflict resolution and peer mediation. Service learning projects take place throughout the year, initiated by both the school and individual students.

2 Middle School Curriculum

The Middle School curriculum at Moorestown Friends School is designed to meet the needs of students progressing through important personal stages of social, academic, physical, and intellectual development. Faculty and staff strive to create an environment where students are enthusiastic about their work at school while developing skills that will serve them in the Middle School and beyond. During this period of self-discovery, students are presented with a range of opportunities for learning about themselves and the world in which they live. Middle School is a time to learn and to enjoy the process of learning. Major Courses English

Students develop interpretive and critical reading skills; use figurative language and literary devices; explore theme, plot, setting, conflict, mood, and character analysis; and are encouraged to discover connections between the written word, society, and their own lives. Students work with a variety of literature and genres, including science fiction, classic fiction, plays, poetry, and short stories. Grammar, vocabulary, discussion, and oral presentation skills are a focus throughout Middle School.

History

Students develop skills in active reading of primary and secondary sources, research techniques, including note-taking and proper citations, essay and research writing, and oral presentations. Students learn to evaluate multiple historical sources, develop critical and higher-order thinking skills, and generate original conclusions supported by evidence after exploring multiple perspectives. Class discussions, individual and group presentations, and group projects are integral components of Middle School history courses. Students in Grade 5 are exposed to an introduction to civilization and the ancient world, continue with the middle ages and world religions in Grade 6, explore a range of global issues in Grade 7’s Quest program (see additional details below), and discover the history of and their role in our country and its governance in a Grade 8 course focused on contemporary and historical civic leadership.

3 Math

Grade 5: Topics include number and operation sense, graphing and displaying data, operations with fractions and decimals, and foundational skills in algebra and geometry. Grade 6: Topics include operations with positive and negative integers, fractions, and decimals; ratios, proportions, and percents; one- and two-step equations; coordinate plane graphing; geometry with composite shapes; and problem solving with multi-step word problems. Grade 7: Introductory Algebra (Honors option) Grade 8: Algebra I (Honors option)

Science

Grade 5: Physical Science (food chemistry, floating and sinking, electric circuits, and motion and design) Grade 6: Earth Science (plate tectonics and planetary systems) Grade 7: Physical Science (matter, mixtures, compounds and elements, and forces and motion) Grade 8: First half of a two-year sequence in Biology

In Middle School science courses, students acquire knowledge through hands-on learning, team-based collaborative work, the engineering and design process, manipulation of models, computer simulations, map reading, outdoor investigations, class discussions, and reading.

World Languages

Students are offered sequences in French, Spanish, and Chinese. Following an introduction to all three languages in Grade 6, students choose a language in Grade 7 to continue through at least the third- year level in Upper School. Teachers use the “communicative” approach, shifting emphasis from verb conjugations and grammar to instead encouraging students to begin speaking the language as soon as possible in an immersion setting.

4 Grade 7 Quest

A multi-disciplinary, inquiry-based approach to learning, Quest encompasses Grade 7 English, Social Studies, and Science. Teachers work side by side modeling effective collaboration, while guiding students in their development of essential skills for 21st Century Learning. In place of traditional grades, this program emphasizes the power of qualitative feedback between students, teachers, and their families. Quest balances traditional skills, such as writing, geographic literacy, grammar, and vocabulary, with opportunities for student-led inquiry projects. Students participate in literature circles and explore topics related to physical science and engineering. Throughout the year, students collaborate on integrated projects between humanities and science.

Additional Courses

Advisory: Each Middle School student is placed in a small advisory group with a grade-level advisor. Topics discussed in Advisory include social- emotional wellbeing (media, social media, relationships with peers and adults, mental health, and self-advocacy), community values, identity and diversity, and study skills.

Grade 5 Genius Hour: This innovative course is inspired, in part, by Google’s 20% movement. Genius Hour meets once per cycle to allow students a choice in what they learn. Students are challenged to explore a passion and are given time to research the topic. Throughout the process the teacher encourages creativity and facilitates to ensure students are on task and research is progressing. Students utilize the “design process” throughout by checking in with peers in order to give and receive feedback. The course culminates with a Genius Hour Expo showcasing what students have learned in unique and creative ways. The goal of Genius Hour is to create a love for learning, encourage students to further develop their passions and perhaps even unlock a potential career path or area of future study.

Performing Arts: Students in Grades 5-8 have the opportunity to perform with one of our choral, instrumental, or string ensemble groups. Additionally, all students in Grades 5 and 8 are enrolled in theater courses and all students in Grade 5-7 are enrolled in general music courses.

5 Physical Education and Health: Each year all Middle School students participate in year-long P.E. classes and are also enrolled in Health classes.

Religion: All students are enrolled in Quaker or Religious Education courses. In these courses and throughout their Middle School experiences, students think about behavior in light of the belief that we are all valued members of a community. They develop and participate in service learning projects, learn about the religions of the world, study influential Quakers, and learn meditation techniques, strategies for resolving conflict, and a Quaker approach to group decision making.

Technology: Technology is integrated meaningfully into the Middle School curriculum. Grade 5 students use school-issued iPads and continue with a distinct Coding class to expand upon the foundation developed in our innovative Lower School Coding program. Students in Grades 6-8 access the school’s numerous resources to support learning in a technology-rich environment throughout their courses. All students in Grades 5-8 participate in computer essentials or computer science classes where they expand their research, communication, collaboration, programming, computer operations, and critical thinking skills. Students also discuss Internet safety, ethics, and use of social media.

Visual Arts: All Middle School students are enrolled in Studio Art courses and separate 3-D Design and Woodworking courses (Grade 5 is enrolled in Introduction to Design). Students in Grades 6-8 may enroll in additional arts electives during the Middle School Activity period. Intensive Learning and Class Trips

Intensive Learning is a unique educational experience each March during which Middle School students engage in group-oriented, out-of-the- classroom learning with their entire grade. Regular academic classes are suspended for a week and students and faculty embark on a learning project that involves an in-depth exploration of a specific subject area, often traveling off campus for an overnight experience. See more detail on page 8.

All students in Grade 7 travel to Washington, DC for an overnight trip to supplement the year’s coursework and further strengthen community connections. 6 Upper School Curriculum

Graduation Requirements: a student must complete a minimum of four years of English, three years of history, a world language through level three, three years of science, three years of mathematics, and a variety of courses in religion, the arts, technology, physical education, and health.

Students are also required to contribute 50 hours of Community Service.

English All students must take English 9 and 10. In Grades 11 and 12, there are two required semester-long seminars each year (college prep, honors, or Advanced Placement [12th grade only]). In addition, Creative Writing is offered as a year-long major.

Mathematics Mathematics is offered in a college prep and an honors sequence:

College Prep Sequence

Grade 9: Geometry, Grade 10: Algebra II, Grade 11: Pre-Calculus, Grade 12: Introduction to Calculus

Honors Sequence

Grade 9: Geometry Honors, Grade 10: Algebra II Honors, Grade 11: Pre-Calculus Honors, Grade 12: AP Calculus AB or BC

Classes in AP Statistics and Finance are offered in Grades 11 & 12.

World Language French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese classes are offered at a college prep and an honors level, which starts at level 3, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the fifth year of study. Students entering in Grade 9 can choose among Spanish I or II, Accelerated French I or II, or Chinese I or II.

7 Science Grade 9: Biology (CP/H) Grade 10: Chemistry (CP/H) Grades 11 and 12 students choose from: Biology II (H/AP), Nutrition (CP), Oceanography, Anatomy and Physiology (CP/H), Environmental Science (H/AP), Chemistry II (H/AP), Physics I (CP/ Honors), and Physics II (H/AP)

History 19th Century World History in Grade 9, US History in Grade 10, and 20th Century World History (CP/H) or AP US History are required of all students. Grade 12 offerings include year-long Comparative Government (AP) or Economics (CP/H) and semester-long History of Marginalized Groups and Womens Studies.

Junior/Senior Capstone Program

The MFS Capstone Program is designed to challenge and inspire students who wish to pursue advanced study in a particular field. Beginning in the spring semester of junior year and running through the middle of senior year, the program asks participants to produce scholarly work by engaging in independent research and/or creative development under the guidance of an MFS faculty member. Participants meet weekly with their advisors but complete the bulk of the work on their own. All projects culminate in a public demonstration, which may take the form of an academic presentation/defense or a creative performance. A typical project will require a minimum of 40 hours of work.

Other Courses Computer Principles (H/AP), Computer Science (AP), Studio Art (CP/AP), AP Music Theory, and Communication and Media Technologies I (CP/H) and II (H) are offered as major subjects in Grades 11 and 12.

AP courses offered include: Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chinese Language and Culture, Computer Principles, Computer Science, Statistics, English Literature, French Language, Spanish Language, Biology, Chemistry, Physics I and II, Environmental­ Science, US History, Government and Politics, Music Theory, and Studio Art.

8 Physical Education and Health Each student takes one quarter of health per year and participates in physical education classes during the other quarters. Driver’s Education is required in Grade 10.

Minors Each student selects two or three minors per semester from among the visual and performing arts, publications, religion, social studies, science, and service opportunities. Minor courses in Public Speaking (9th), Leadership in the Quaker Dimension (10th), and Religion (9th, 11th) are required, as are two minors in visual or performing arts, one in computer technology, one introducing new students to MFS technology, and one intro­ducing ninth grade students to the MFS Peer Leadership program. Some examples are:

Arts: Ceramics, Drawing, Jewelry, Modern Painting, Mosaic Art, Digital Photography, Sculpture, Watercolor, Woodworking, Choir and Chamber Choir, Wind and String Ensemble, Acting, Directing, Screenwriting, Stage Design, Furniture Design, Newspaper, Liter­ary Magazine, and Yearbook are offered.

Religion and Philosophy: Quakerism (Grade 9 required), Leadership in the Quaker Dimension: Styles and Skills (Grade 10 required), World Religions (Grade 11 required), Samaritan Hospice, Religion and Peace, Interfaith Studies, Children’s Bible Stories for Adults, The Legacy of a Quaker School, Harry Potter and Philosophy, Ethical Dilemmas in Law, Medicine and Journalism, and Women of the Bible are offered.

Science: Engineering Design, Epidemiology, Food Science, Forensics, Neuroscience, Robotics, and Science Olympiad are offered.

9 Intensive Learning For one week each March, regular classes are suspended for “Intensive Learning,” when Middle and Upper School students and teachers engage in an in-depth study of a specific subject, often involving off-campus experiences. This long-standing MFS tradition – which dates back to the 1970s – allows teachers and students to break out of the structure of formal class periods and traditional study for a time of experiential learning. Both students and teachers are encouraged to view themselves as life-long learners and students of the world around them. In Upper School, many of the programs focus on service learning. In recent years, international trip destinations have included Cuba, China, Nicaragua, Spain, France, Germany, and other locations, along with many locations throughout the U.S. Groups of students also travel to Camden or Philadelphia each day to engage with various service organizations, such as food banks and mural arts programs. Other groups participate in the local Habitat for Humanity, explore the Pinelands National Reserve, study Philadelphia’s architecture, or work in neighborhood gardens. MFS is committed not just to service work, but also to service learning, which means that students will study the causes of and possible solutions to the problems and issues with which they are engaged. Extracurricular and Summer Programming

Afterschool Clubs (for Prekindergarten - Grade 5) MFS offers a wide range of after school courses for students in Prekindergarten through Grade 5 that pair learning with fun. A variety of hour-long classes are offered in the Fall, Winter, and Spring and run for eight weeks at a time.

All courses cost $145 per program per session. Extended Day Care is available at the conclusion of the After School Clubs.

10 Athletics Interscholastic athletics are offered for students in Grades 6 - 12. Middle School sports offered include: field hockey, soccer, basketball, baseball, lacrosse, and tennis. Upper School teams are members of the Friends Schools League, which was established in 1981. Teams also compete for state championships in the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Assocation. Upper School sports offered include: field hockey, tennis, soccer, cross country, basketball, fencing (NJSIAA competition only), swimming, baseball, crew (club), lacrosse, and golf. Co-op Workplace Experience The MFS Co-op Program for rising juniors and seniors is offered as a four-week summer workplace immersion to help students gain valuable experience outside the classroom. Students attend a half-day workshop at MFS where they learn about workplace etiquette and set achievement goals for the summer. During the four weeks students keep a daily journal to follow and track their achievements and experiences. The Co-op culminates with a formal presentation to parents/guardians, company hosts, and Co-op Coordinators. Students receive credit on their transcripts for participating successfully in this program. Lower School Extended Day MFS extends its safe, caring environment before and after school to accommodate working parents of Lower School children (Preschool - Grade 4) who cannot drop off or pick up their child at the beginning or end of a regular school day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What activities do students participate in while in the program? The Extended Day teachers organize a variety of engaging indoor activities. The group also makes full use of the playground, as well as other school resources. In the afternoon session, a light snack is provided as well.

Where are the programs located? The morning care program is held in the back of the Dining Hall Commons, after which the children are escorted to their classrooms at 7:55 a.m. The afternoon Extended Day program meets in the back of the Dining Hall Commons and then moves to the playground (weather permitting). 11 How many program options are there? There are three coverage options for Extended Day: Early Morning Coverage (7:15 - 7:55 a.m.), Afternoon Coverage (3:10 - 4:30 p.m.), and Late Afternoon Coverage (3:10 - 6 p.m.). Families can select how many days per week they would like to participate in the service.

What happens if a student is picked up late? If your contract concludes at 4:30 p.m. and you arrive after 4:30 p.m. (but before 6 p.m.) you will be billed an additional $5. Extended Day Pickup after 6 p.m. results in additional charges of $25 for each 15-minute increment, or part thereof, after 6 p.m.

Extended Day Costs

Annual Fee Schedule: Early Morning Coverage (7:15 - 8 a.m.) 5 (days) - $840, 4 - $690, 3 - $610, 2 - $410, 1 - $220

Afternoon Coverage (3:10 - 4:30 p.m.) 5 (days) - $1480, 4 - $1190, 3 - $915, 2 - $625, 1 - $355

Late Afternoon Coverage (3:10 - 6 p.m.) 5 (days) - $3150, 4 - $2550, 3 - $1940, 2 - $1325, 1 - $725

Note: The Extended Day service can be utilized for occasional use. Families will be charged the drop-in rate.

Afterschool Supervision for Middle and Upper School

Students in Grades 5 - 12 may attend After School Supervision if they do not ride the bus and parents/guardians are unable to pick them up at the end of the school day. In September, families are required to read, complete, and return the DHC and Library contracts so that students and families are aware of behavioral expectations during after school hours. These forms may be found on myMFS and can be handed in or emailed to Martha Cameron at [email protected].

12 MFS Summer Programs (visit: summer.mfriends.org) The Summer Scholars Program offers a wide variety of courses available to all students (including non-MFS students).

Tot Scholars – Students entering Preschool or Prekindergarten Mini Scholars – Students entering Kindergarten or Grade 1 Youth Scholars – Students entering Grades 2 - 3 Junior Scholars – Students entering Grades 4 - 6 Senior Scholars – Students entering Grades 7 - 10 Intensive Summer Courses for credit (e.g., Chemistry) are offered to students (MFS only) who are motivated to accelerate in science. Taking the course generates a grade that is added to the student’s transcript and counts toward the graduation requirement.

Academic Transitions mini-courses help your child prevent summer learning loss and make a smooth transition to the new school year. Offered in August, these courses are available to MFS and non-MFS students entering Grades 5 - 10. Topics in math, study skills, Google Docs and essay writing are available. Diversity

At Moorestown Friends School, we are committed to fostering an environment that is both diverse and inclusive. In keeping with the Quaker philosophy of honoring each individual, students representing various ethnic, cultural, religious, gender, and socioeconomic identities are challenged daily to respect and learn from one another.

Across the curriculum, from the youngest students through the Upper School students, we continue to shape and refine a multicultural curriculum that will prepare our students to be productive citizens in the global society in which we live.

There are many opportunities for students to be active in promoting diversity awareness, such as the Middle School Justice League, the Upper School Diversity Committee, Martin Luther King Club, PRIDE Club, or Gender Equality Forum. Students gather in these groups to focus on diversity issues affecting the daily lives of students in the community.

13 Admissions

Moorestown Friends School welcomes applications from students who are eager to excel academically and contribute positively to our school community. We welcome candidates of all races, religions, and sexual orientations.

2019-20 Tuition Preschool (several program options) $9,300 - $18,600 Prekindergarten (Full Days) $18,600 Kindergarten (Full Days) $19,100 Grades 1 - 2 $23,300 Grades 3 - 4 $24,400 Grades 5 - 6 $27,450 Grades 7 - 8 $28,750 Grades 9 - 12 $31,650

Financial Aid and Scholarships

With a commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive community, Moorestown Friends School offers financial aid to students entering Grades 1-12. Applying for financial aid in no way affects the admission decision. Financial aid is awarded on the basis of financial need, and over 30 percent of students receive financial aid. To be considered for financial aid for the academic year for which you are applying, a Parent’s Financial Statement must be completed online at www.solutionsbysss.com/parents. In addition, a copy of your Federal Income Tax form 1040, W-2 forms, and a signed IRS form #4506 must be submitted to SSS. Financial aid is offered on a yearly basis.

Each year Moorestown Friends School offers as many as three 1785 Founders Scholarships to academically high-achieving new ninth grade students who demonstrate good citizenship and leadership potential. The scholarships are renewable half-tuition awards.

14 College Counseling

The primary mission of the College Counseling Office is to find the right college for each student’s academic and extracurricular goals. The college counseling process itself is a multi-year sequence that involves students, parents, college counselors, and Upper School teachers.

The average SAT scores for the Class of 2019 were 657 (Evidence-based Reading and Writing) and 670 (Math) for a total average score of 1327.

By a significant measure, Moorestown Friends School’s average SAT scores are the highest of any school in South Jersey. Colleges that our graduates currently attend include the following.

Attending Colleges Delaware Valley University American University Delta State University Arcadia University Dickinson College Barnard College DigiPen Institute of Technology Bates College Drew University Bentley University Drexel University Boston College Duquesne University Boston University Elon University Bowdoin College Emerson College Brown University Emory University Bryn Mawr College Fairleigh Dickinson University Bucknell University Flagler College Cabrini University Florida Atlantic University Cairn University Florida Institute of Technology Case Western Reserve University Fordham University Clark Atlanta University Franklin and Marshall College Clemson University Georgetown University Colby College Georgian Court University College of Charleston Gettysburg College College of William & Mary Hamilton College Columbia University Hampton University Cornell University

15 Attending Colleges (cont.) Harvard University Rutgers University, New Haverford College Brunswick High Point University Saint Joseph’s University School of the Art Institute of Howard University Chicago Indiana Univ. at Bloomington Seattle University Ithaca College Seton Hall University James Madison University Smith College Johns Hopkins University Spelman College Lafayette College Stevens Institute of Technology Lehigh University Stockton University Loyola University Maryland Swarthmore College Lynchburg College Syracuse University McDaniel College Temple University Miami University, Oxford The Catholic University of Muhlenberg College America New York Film Academy The College of New Jersey New York University The George Washington Northeastern University University Nova Southeastern University The Ohio State University Occidental College The University of Alabama Pennsylvania State University The University of Scranton Princeton University Tulane University Purdue University United States Coast Guard Academy Queen’s University University of California, Davis Quinnipiac University University of California, Irvine Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute University of Chicago Rice University University of Colorado, Boulder Rochester Institute of Technology University of Connecticut Rowan College at Burlington County University of Dayton Rowan College at Gloucester County University of Delaware Rowan University University of Edinburgh Rutgers University, Camden University of Maryland

16 Attending Colleges (cont.) University of Mary Washington University of Michigan University of Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh University of Rochester University of San Francisco University of the Sciences University of Vermont University of Virginia University of Washington Ursinus College Vanderbilt University Vassar College Villanova University Virginia Polytechnic University Wagner College Wake Forest University Washington College Washington University, St. Louis Wesleyan University West Chester University West Virginia University Widener University William Patterson University Xavier University of Louisiana Yale University

17 Faculty and Staff

Administrative Council Dorothy López Martha Cameron Director of Diversity and Inclusion Director of Auxiliary Programs Director of Camden Scholars Program B.S. Syracuse University B.S. Spelman College M.B.A. SUNY-Oswego B.S. Georgia Institute of Technology Kimberly Clarkson Lisa Carbone Warren Middle School Director Director of Finance and Operations B.A. Scripps College B.A. St. Joseph’s University M.A. Loyola Marymount University M.B.A. Rutgers University Shu Shu Costa Stephen Zakroff Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Director of Development B.S. Cornell University B.A. St. Joseph’s University M.A. Drew University Danielle Dayton Athletic Director Faculty B.S., M.A. Ohio State University Sara Abramson Julia de la Torre History Head of School B.A. Vassar College B.A. Haverford College M.Ed. Lesley University M.A. Harvard Michael Avilés Jenel Giles Science Lower School Director Upper School Diversity Coordinator B.A. Barnard College B.S., M.Ed. Arcadia University M.Ed Bank Street College Ed. M Columbia University Teacher’s Gail Barna College Computer Science US Service Coordinator Meredith Godley B.S. Rider University Upper School Director B.A. Bates College Susan Batastini M.A. Columbia University Coordinator of Educational/ Psychological Services Christopher Kimberly B.S. Clarion University Associate Head of School M.A. Rowan University Academic Dean Ph.D. Drexel University A.B. Princeton University M.S. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Emily Bowditch Second Grade B.A. The College of Wooster

18 Jennifer Branscom Erik Curtis Spanish Woodworking & 3D Design B.A. Penn State University B.A. Eastern University M.A. Middlebury University Parker Curtis Ph.D. Temple University History and Social Sciences Michael Brunswick Middle School Service Coordinator Chairperson, Physical Education/Health B.A. Wake Forest University B.S. Springfield College M.Ed. University of Virginia M.Ed. The College of New Jersey Becca Dawson Tim Carr Lower School Science English B.S. College of William and Mary B.A. Lebanon Valley College M.S., M.S.Ed. St. Joseph’s University M.A. Rowan University Diana Day M.A. Sarah Lawrence College Academic Technology Coordinator/ Deborah Carter-Bruvik Portal Content Director Science B.A., M.S.Ed. St. Joseph’s University B.S. Richard Stockton College M.A. University of Southern California Monica Burrows Norma DeGroat Fifth Grade Lower School Assistant B.B.A. University of New Mexico Director of Extended Day Programs Director of After School Enrichment Christine Cerruti Fouth Grade Nicole Edmund ‘86 B.A. University of Delaware Art M.S.Ed. University of Pennsylvania B.S. Georgetown University Nikki Coleman Sandra Federici Prekindergarten Lower School Assistant B.A. Rutgers University B.S. Bryant College M.S. Walden University Severine Fortune Tina Corsey French Science D.A.E.F.L.E. Alliance Francaise B.A. Rutgers University M.A. ESJ Lille (School of Journalism) M.S. IEP of Rennes Erick Cotter Physical Education/Health Debra Galler B.S. University of Memphis Chairperson, English M.Ed. West Chester University B.A. Haverford College M.Ed. University of Pennsylvania Paula Cunningham Lower School Reading Specialist B.S. Cabrini College M.Ed. Temple University

19 David Gamber Terell Kaiser Art First Grade B.A. Goshen College B.S. University of North Dakota M.F.A. Tyler School of Art, Rachel Kaplan Temple University Coding Tim Gleeson B.S. Hunter College Guitar M.S.Ed. Pace University B.A. Rutgers University Carole Kezbari Lyle Goldberg Lower School Assistant Fifth Grade B.S. Philadelphia College of Textiles B.A. University of Pennsylvania and Science M.Ed. Temple University Holly Kitching Mark Gornto US Drama Director B.A. LaSalle University B.A. James Madison University M.A. Villanova University Steve Kolaris Jacob Greenberg Chairperson, Technology History and Social Sciences Director of Technology Middle School Advisory Program A.A. Bucks County Community College Co-Coordinator B.S.I.T. University of Phoenix B.A. Northeastern University Li Li M.A. Lewis and Clark College Chinese Scott Hanson International Student Coordinator Mathematics B.A. Xi’an Foreign Languages University, B.A. Muhlenburg College China MBA St. Joseph’s University Matt Lubicky M.A. Secondary Education Science Alexia Henneberry B.A. University of New Hampshire Spanish Katie LuBrant B.A. Ithaca College Chairperson, Mathematics M.A. Middlebury College B.A., M.Ed. Rowan University Jazzmin Holmes ‘11 Mary Lucchi Teaching Intern Strings B.S. Rutgers University B.A. Rowan University Brian Howard M.A. Temple University Chairperson, Art Julie Lyons Music Upper School Counselor B.A. University of California, Santa Barbara B.S. Loyola University, Chicago Nikki Jefferson M.A. University of San Francisco Second Grade Ph.D. Chicago School of Professional B.A. The College of New Jersey Psychology M.A. Chestnut Hill College

20 Clare MacKenzie Will Miller English Upper School Dean of Students B.A. Haverford College B.S. University of Houston M.A. Bread Loaf School of English at Ed.M. Prarie View A&M University Middlebury College M.A. Columbia University’s Teachers Rachel Mainwaring College Third Grade Kelly Montanez B.S. University of Pennsylvania Physical Education M.Ed. Temple University B.S. Penn State University Ruth Malwitz Elizabeth Moore Lower School Librarian Mathematics B.A. Kutztown University B.S. Rowan University M.S. Clarion University M.A. Teacher Leadership Richard Marcucci Akemi Moriuchi ‘04 Art Physical Education B.A. Rutgers University B.A. Franklin and Marshall College B.F.A. University of the Arts M.A. Columbia University’s Teachers Lisa Martin ’84 College LS/MS Computers Jennifer Mosher B.A. Guilford College Science M.Ed. Rowan University A.B. Bryn Mawr College Melissa McCourt M.S. University of North Carolina Chester Reagan Chair of Quaker and Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania Religious Studies Karen Mullen B.A. Guilford College Preschool Eliza McFeely B.A. Rider University History and Social Sciences M.Ed. Midwestern State University B.A. Kirkland College Jen Murphy M.A.T. Brown University French/Spanish Ph.D. New York University B.A. Bard College Michael McGinn M.A. University of Delaware Physical Education Beth Mutch B.S. LaSalle University Preschool Assistant Garrett McVaugh B.A. Rowan University Preschool Rob Nasatir B.A. Haverford College Chairperson, World Languages Kristen Menzies Spanish First Grade B.A. Belmont University B.A. Rollins College M.A., Ph.D. Vanderbilt University

21 Andrew Newman Sarah Rotter Chairperson, Science Fourth Grade B.S. Catholic University of America B.S. Vanderbilt University M.S. University of Maryland M.A.T. The College of New Jersey Ronald Obermeier Emily Salazar Mathematics English Assistant Athletic Director B.A. Bryn Mawr College B.S., M.Ed. St. Joseph’s University M.S.Ed. University of Pennsylvania Michael Omilian Jackie Scully Mathematics/Director of Scheduling History B.S. New Jersey Institute of Technology B.S. West Chester University M.Ed. American University Samantha Serrano Larry Ottman Prekindergarten Math B.S. West Chester University B.A., B.S. The King’s College Laura Slocum M.A. George Washington University Science Josefina Paolello B.A. Western Connecticut State University Spanish Steven Shaffer B.S. Bowling Green State University English M.A. Villanova University A.B. Lafayette College Jenn Phiambolis M.Ed. University of Virginia Head Librarian Brooke Smith B.A. Temple University Mathematics Tyfanee Pratt B.A., M.S.Ed. University of Pennsylvania Lower School Assistant Joanna Stamper B.A. Rutgers University Lower School Music Edward Quinn B.A. Haverford College Third Grade M.A. Eastman School of Music B.A. Wesleyan University Ailsa Stevenson ’11 M.S. Fordham University Costuming, Photography, Art Amanda Rivenburgh ‘03 Assistant Director of Auxiliary Programs B.A. Franklin and Marshall B.A. The School of the Art Institute of M.S. Sarah Lawrence College Chicago Sarah Rosenson William Stribbling Philosophy/Religion MS Dean of Students B.A. Georgetown University B.A. Mary Washington College J.D. University of Pennsylvania M.A. George Mason University Masters of Jewish Studies, M.A. Columbia University’s Teachers Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies College

22 Katie Stutz ’09 Tara Wosiski English Lower School and Grade 5 Art B.A., M.A. The College of New Jersey B.A. Rutgers University Dan Sussman M.A.T. University of the Arts English Becky Wright B.A. Yale University Lower School Assistant Ed.M. Harvard University B.A. Laurentian University Clark Thomson Jennifer Yeung Chairperson, History and Social Sciences Half Day Preschool B.A. Ithaca College B.A. Stony Brook University M.A. Villanova University M.S. Bank Street College of Education Jenny Torgerson Staff and Special Services Kindergarten Suzanne Abrams B.F.A. New York University Director of Parent and Alumni Programs M.S.Ed. Bank Street School of Education Julia Applegate ’10 Keith Vassall Assistant Director of Community Director of College Counseling Outreach B.A. Lake Forest College M.Ed. Lehigh University Jaime Baker Bookkeeper Diane Vavricka Lower School Assistant Jodi Berardino B.S. Rider University Administrative Assistant, Lower School Cathy Wang Sonia Boddén Chinese Administrative Assistant, B.A. Fu-Jen Catholic University, Taiwan Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Steve Weber Larry Brandimarto Choral Director Physical Facilities Manager B.A. Cedarville University Kevin Cauley Josh Weinstein Athletic Trainer History Ruth Chen B.A. University of Rochester Administrative Assistant, M.Ed. Lesley College Head/Associate Head of School J.D. University of Miami Roberta Fenska Pauline Williams Administrative Assistant, Lower School Assistant Director of Development B.A. Macalester College Brian Fidiam Roy Wilson Maintenance Mathematics Rose Frola B.A. Colby College Administrative Assistant, Business Office

23 Susan Giacchetto Chuck Viggiano Gift Acknowledgement Coordinator Afternoon Front Desk Coordinator Charmaine Goldsmith Matt Wartenberg Morning Front Desk Coordinator Computer Lab Assistant Luke Hoheisel Diane White Assistant Director of Marketing and Controller Communications Debra Williams ’74 Pauline Jones Administrative Assistant, Athletics Tech Support Specialist Frank Kirchner Housekeeping Supervisor Marie Loveland Director of Payroll and Employee Benefits Missy Mead Administrative Assistant, College Counseling Darlyn Medina Administrative Assistant, Upper School Sonia Mixter-Guzman ‘02 Director of Annual Giving Connie Muldowney Thrift Shop Manager Ilia Napoleon Administrative Assistant, Middle School Arnell Palmer Maintenance Michael Schlotterbeck Director of Marketing and Communications Kerry Slimm Maintenance Valerio Soto Maintenance Beth Stouffer Associate Director of Development Ashlynne Thomson Assistant Director of College Counseling

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