Bella ‘16 leading Art Club afterschool at FSP.
What are you up to now?
Right now, I am taking a year off from college. I finished my second year at Colorado College and I am now applying to transfer schools. I am looking at bigger cities. My first year at college was virtual and my second year was a mix. The pandemic forced me to pause for a moment, to deviate from my original plan, and to slow down. I have really changed the course of my life right now. I hadn’t imagined that I would be working in aftercare at Friends School, running an Art Club, and substituting as needed. I have a bunch of new interests that I didn’t know I had. I’ve been looking at programs in college for education and child psychology. I have seen the challenges of teaching and also the rewards of it this year. It is something that I am really considering and a path that without this opportunity to slow down may not have opened for a long time.
Favorite Memory of FSP:
I’m just going to list a few memories as so many come to mind. The eighth-grade trip, the Appylimpics, and my preschool teacher Lea Sutton.
We went to Washington DC on our eighth-grade trip and I just remember how much fun it was to spend time with everyone outside of school. We made and shared meals together.
The App-y-lmpics was a legendary assembly. Jonathan just made it so special!
And Lea, I vividly remember her teaching us how to fold a blanket with a friend. It was just such a kind moment. It really comes to mind when I think about my time at Friends School.
Celebrate with Us as We Catch Up with the First 100 Graduates
A tradition in FSP early child hood programs is to celebrate the 100th day of school. Now, we are counting our way to an exciting milestone at FSP. This June, the 100th student will graduate from Friends School of Portland! This spring, we will be spotlighting and catching up with our first 100 graduates.
Are you an FSP grad? Want to share your favorite memory? Want to share what you are up to after your time at FSP? Reach out to Brooke Burkett, Development Director, by email (brooke@friendschoolportland.org) or phone (207) 558-6214.