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Chris Guides
Upper School Science Teacher
Chris Guides has been implementing highly effective sustainability landscaping measures across both of the School's campuses.
Lee Payton
Upper School Principal
Lee is a Quaker lifer in his 40th year of Quaker Education. He was drawn to FCS by the mission and vision.
Danielle Saint Hilaire
Upper School History Teacher and Lifelong Learner
Danielle Saint Hilaire is a recent recipient of the Frederick Douglas Fellowship, awarded to only one teacher of color throughout the nation.