![Join Us the Pumpkin Playdate on October 17!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790244491/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/pbertm3vvz6wwwrvhwge/PumpkinPlaydate2026Postcard.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790244491/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/pbertm3vvz6wwwrvhwge/PumpkinPlaydate2026Postcard.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1790244491/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/pbertm3vvz6wwwrvhwge/PumpkinPlaydate2026Postcard.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1790244491/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/pbertm3vvz6wwwrvhwge/PumpkinPlaydate2026Postcard.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1790244491/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/pbertm3vvz6wwwrvhwge/PumpkinPlaydate2026Postcard.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790244491/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/pbertm3vvz6wwwrvhwge/PumpkinPlaydate2026Postcard.png","width":2000}])
We’re excited to announce a festive fall event for you and your child (2.5 to 5-year-olds) on Saturday, October 17 — our PUMPKIN PLAYDATE is just around the corner!
News and Publications
![Alumni Spotlight: Sam Brown '18]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790192894/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/mecmnclf57hhoqgzsn9l/SamBrown.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790192894/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/mecmnclf57hhoqgzsn9l/SamBrown.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1790192894/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/mecmnclf57hhoqgzsn9l/SamBrown.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1790192894/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/mecmnclf57hhoqgzsn9l/SamBrown.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790192894/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/mecmnclf57hhoqgzsn9l/SamBrown.jpg","width":1600}])
Sam Brown '18 rushed for a career-high 109 yards on 15 carries and scored a career-best three touchdowns (two rushing, one receiving) in his debut for Temple University against the University Toledo earlier this month. He also caught three passes for 27 yards, including a touchdown with two seconds remaining in the first half.
![What Are the Benefits of a Montessori Education?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770047981/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ugbsxfhpcci0xmcidap6/MontessoriMorning-13.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770047981/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ugbsxfhpcci0xmcidap6/MontessoriMorning-13.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770047981/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ugbsxfhpcci0xmcidap6/MontessoriMorning-13.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770047981/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ugbsxfhpcci0xmcidap6/MontessoriMorning-13.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770047981/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ugbsxfhpcci0xmcidap6/MontessoriMorning-13.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770047981/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ugbsxfhpcci0xmcidap6/MontessoriMorning-13.png","width":1632}])
Choosing an early childhood education program is a big decision. Parents want a school where their children will learn important academic skills, but also develop confidence, independence, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning.
That is where Montessori education can make a meaningful difference.
![NFA Alumna Marguerite Walters Adzick '02 Secures Partnership with the Philadelphia Eagles]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787590010/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ajq4habqqmvtlozowkoi/MargueriteWaltersAdzick_PennCharter_UniversityofVirginia_chestnuthill_NorwoodFontbonneAcademy_PhiladelphiaEagles.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787590010/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ajq4habqqmvtlozowkoi/MargueriteWaltersAdzick_PennCharter_UniversityofVirginia_chestnuthill_NorwoodFontbonneAcademy_PhiladelphiaEagles.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1787590010/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ajq4habqqmvtlozowkoi/MargueriteWaltersAdzick_PennCharter_UniversityofVirginia_chestnuthill_NorwoodFontbonneAcademy_PhiladelphiaEagles.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787590010/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/ajq4habqqmvtlozowkoi/MargueriteWaltersAdzick_PennCharter_UniversityofVirginia_chestnuthill_NorwoodFontbonneAcademy_PhiladelphiaEagles.jpg","width":1080}])
![Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Opens Chestnut Hill Campus to Community for Athletic and Event Rentals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1785187766/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/qmurtlxejwpb7q5qbwvq/14_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1785187766/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/qmurtlxejwpb7q5qbwvq/14_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1785187766/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/qmurtlxejwpb7q5qbwvq/14_1.jpg","width":800}])
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy (NFA) is opening its 14-acre Chestnut Hill campus to local organizations, athletic programs, businesses, families, and community groups seeking distinctive spaces for practices, tournaments, celebrations, and special events.
![Dr. Stotz Named a Fulbright Scholar]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787081100/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xwadhpbs6p65w3j0kfqu/MeganStotz1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787081100/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xwadhpbs6p65w3j0kfqu/MeganStotz1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1787081100/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xwadhpbs6p65w3j0kfqu/MeganStotz1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787081100/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xwadhpbs6p65w3j0kfqu/MeganStotz1.jpg","width":1080}])
Dr. Megan Stotz, a Technology Integration Specialist and STEM teacher at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy, has been accepted into the Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms Program. Becoming a Fulbright Scholar is a highly selective professional learning experience through the United States Department of Education.
![Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Receives $50,000 Grant From The Connelly Foundation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1783454731/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/kdsvgfmk3rdgdjvmj1do/NFA-09252025-83.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1783454731/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/kdsvgfmk3rdgdjvmj1do/NFA-09252025-83.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1783454731/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/kdsvgfmk3rdgdjvmj1do/NFA-09252025-83.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1783454731/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/kdsvgfmk3rdgdjvmj1do/NFA-09252025-83.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1783454731/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/kdsvgfmk3rdgdjvmj1do/NFA-09252025-83.jpg","width":1600}])
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is thrilled to announce that the Connelly Foundation has awarded a generous grant of $50,000 to support the development of the next strategic plan with Schultz & Williams.
![Academic Recognition Assembly]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780002890/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/nwun0vnfxpqkfki9omys/11_29.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780002890/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/nwun0vnfxpqkfki9omys/11_29.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780002890/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/nwun0vnfxpqkfki9omys/11_29.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780002890/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/nwun0vnfxpqkfki9omys/11_29.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780002890/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/nwun0vnfxpqkfki9omys/11_29.jpg","width":1600}])
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy faculty and students (grades 4 - 8) celebrated academic excellence during the annual Academic Recognition Assembly on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 in the Fontbonne Commons.
![Spring Athletic Assembly]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780001864/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/jhr1pqx83null6pbuchb/7_60.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780001864/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/jhr1pqx83null6pbuchb/7_60.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780001864/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/jhr1pqx83null6pbuchb/7_60.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780001864/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/jhr1pqx83null6pbuchb/7_60.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780001864/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/jhr1pqx83null6pbuchb/7_60.jpg","width":1600}])
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy's Athletic Department hosted its annual Sprint Athletic Assembly on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 in the Fontbonne Commons.
![Norwood-Fontbonne Academy and Chestnut Hill College Students Write Resolution with State Rep. Khan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776890531/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xeqemepyghp1d6dcoyb1/DSC_0223.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776890531/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xeqemepyghp1d6dcoyb1/DSC_0223.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1776890531/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xeqemepyghp1d6dcoyb1/DSC_0223.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1776890531/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xeqemepyghp1d6dcoyb1/DSC_0223.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1776890531/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xeqemepyghp1d6dcoyb1/DSC_0223.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1776890531/norwoodfontbonneacademyorg/xeqemepyghp1d6dcoyb1/DSC_0223.jpg","width":2200}])
On Wednesday, April 22, seventh grade students from Norwood-Fontbonne Academy (NFA) in Chestnut Hill presented their advocacy letters regarding food insecurity to State Representative Tarik Khan.
The Good News magazine is published annually by NFA's Mission Advancement Office. The publication highlights student, faculty, and alumni achievements and news.