“Is there a gun in the house, and, if so, is it locked away?” and why asking simple and good questions such as “what is the rating of the movie they will watch?” or “will they wear seat belts?” or “is your dog friendly?” or “can we talk about my child’s food allergies?” will support […]
Sunday, October 6 is World Quaker Day!
World Quaker Day is this Sunday, October 6! First suggested here in Bucks County in 2013, Friends World Committee for Consultation (FWCC) introduced this worldwide celebration in 2014. The purpose of World Quaker Day is for Quaker Meetings and organizations around the world to celebrate their involvement with the world around them. The theme […]
Challenging the Mind, Nourishing the Spirit
Whether you are new to BFS or have been a member of our community for many years, there is always more to learn and/or think about regarding a Friends education. This week, I write to share some information about Quakerism and a Friends education, Friends Council on Education, and thoughts about what a Friends school […]
Excerpts from my September report to the Board
The following excerpts come from my September 2019 report to the Board, which was sent to our trustees on the first day of school. The BFS community gathered in the auditorium on the last day of school for a “gratitude assembly” to voice their collective appreciation for the many individuals who contributed to all that […]
Sharing the moments that illustrate a BFS education
One of the real joys of my job is witnessing firsthand the quality of our teachers and our mission and values in action at BFS. As I walk through classrooms on a daily basis, I see our faculty inspiring the students, children who are engaged and happy, and the breadth of our intentional and exemplary […]
Beginning the School Year with Success
The first two weeks are “the most important time in the school year for all children,” says University of Kentucky professor Thomas Guskey. “What happens during this critical period pretty much determines how the rest of the year will go.” Students return from summer vacation to find new classes, new teachers, new books, and new […]
… although leaving BFS has always been a part of the plan… Graduation 2019
The rains subsided, the class photo was taken, and we gathered as a community in the Buckingham Monthly Meeting’s Meetinghouse – at the conclusion of Buckingham Friends School’s 224th year – to celebrate and recognize the graduating Eighth Grade class of 2019. Beautiful preludes and songs punctuated the overall spirit and meaning of the event, […]
…she has that rare ability
As the school year nears completion, I would like to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of Fran Cagle. She greets all of us each day with a ready smile, eager to process requests and answer many questions, and always willing to support the children. She helps coordinate and plan events, produce mailings, track attendance, […]
9 things that work to limit screen time during the summer
9 things that work to limit screen time and keep your child (and you!) happy and healthy, by Dr. Nate Chomilo Set the example. Kids are very perceptive. “Do as I say, not as I do” does not pass the sniff test with most. Parents must also follow house screen rules. Research shows that the […]
expressions of gratitude and the final results from Giving Day 2019!
I write to thank everyone in the BFS community – from near and far – for the incredible outpouring of support during Giving Day last week. Each and every gift helped us reach our goal: to receive 148 donations in one day and secure $10,000 from an anonymous alumna. The final results are in, and […]