Featured Stories in The Life, Issue 1 “Sustaining the Fight: Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett ’84 Looks to Young People to Drive Change” “Homecoming: George Fox Award Recipient Susan Segal Rai ’59 Returns to BFS” “Reaching the PEAC: How BFS Athletics Reimagined Physical Education” “Preserved and Adapted: The Third Grade Haudenosaunee Study” Explore the full print version […]
UPDATE as of August 5, 2020: The Reopening Roadmap, Part 2, is now available. Watch the video above for an important update from Crissy Cáceres about the opening of school this coming September. Closed captioning is available. The text of this video message is below. Save the Date for a Connect and Talk with Crissy […]
Please visit this link to view our Reopening FAQs and Resources page, which is updated regularly.
Dear BFS Community, As we enter summer break, we want to recognize that helping children manage their emotional wellbeing as they navigate an increasingly complex world is a difficult challenge. We understand that the summer months to come will likely look and feel differently than summer months in years past. The wellbeing of our students […]
With the Summer Season approaching and an increase in outdoor activities such as camping, hiking and leisurely walks in wooded areas it is important that students and their families familiarize themselves with basic information about Lyme Disease. Some of the basic information you will need to know includes the signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease, […]
Hand washing is the best way to keep yourself from getting sick and prevents spreading germs. Hand washing is especially important after using the restroom, coughing or sneezing, after coming off the subway, or touching a contaminated surface to name a few. Once you come in contact with germs, please take the time to hand […]
Children’s brains develop well into their 20’s. Mental health plays a critical role in shaping a person’s social, emotional and cognitive development, all parts of a healthy brain. Caring for a child’s mental health is just as important as caring for his or her physical health. Many parents are generally unaware of the fact that […]
In honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness month, Brooklyn Friends School would like to share vital information with you about this very important topic. Every year, approximately 1.5 million high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner. Statistics show that 3 in 4 parents have never talked to their children about […]
Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Here below is information on how families may be prepared in the event of a dental emergency: Be Prepared Knowing how to handle a dental emergency can mean the difference between saving and losing your child’s teeth. Here are […]
Important Reminder for BFS Families A number of students in our community suffer from peanut/tree nut allergies . Many of these students are at high risk of having a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction if exposed to certain foods that contain these allergens. For their protection, the school is “Nut Aware” and prioritizes student safety by educating […]
Winter is a common time for contracting head lice. Spring and Summer breaks are, too. Any time head to head contact occurs, the potential for acquiring these flightless insects is very possible. The best prevention of spread is to check your child’s head at home, frequently, especially after head-to-head contact opportunities, such as sleepovers or […]
The BFS health offices are booming with an array of cold symptoms and stomach bugs. Many of our friends are leaving school early or have missed school in the past month due to illness. Here are a few tips to stay well during this cold and flu season: – Stay home when you are […]
