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Middle School Curriculum - UNDER CONSTRUCTION

PRE-PRIMARY, KINDERGARTEN, & MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL | AGES 3 - 5

PRIMARY & JUNIOR LEVEL MONTESSORI | GR. 1 -3

INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY | GR. 4 - 5

MIDDLE SCHOOL | GR. 6 - 8

The Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Middle School student is one who takes pride in academics and seeks ways to actively participate as a member of their learning community. 

  • Our middle school program…
  • Students are motivated to…
  • Take pride in their identity 
  • Contribute
  • Balance independence and responsibility

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OVERVIEW

At Norwood-Fontbonne Academy, children from a diverse and inclusive community of families come together for an independent school experience like no other.

Inspired by the mission of the Sisters of Saint Joseph that "all may be one," our students cultivate unity with God, their "dear neighbor," the school, and each other.

We empower students from a self-directed approach to learning that permeates our classrooms. Here, students own their education and explore their potential as they're challenged to shape a more compassionate and socially responsible society. By actively engaging in stimulating academic pursuits, extensive co-curricular offerings, and immersive service opportunities, our students grow into independent learners and confident leaders.

CONFIDENT, INDEPENDENT LEARNERS

NFA’s integrated, self-directed approach combines academic challenge and a spiritual foundation with abundant opportunities for students to grow through athletics, the arts, and meaningful face-to- face service opportunities.

UNITED AS ONE

As a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Saint Joseph since the school was founded in 1920, we are deeply rooted in the Sisters’ commitment to living and working so that “all may be one” with God and each other.

OPEN CAMPUS, ACTIVE COMMUNITY

Our expansive 14-acre campus in the heart of Chestnut Hill includes unique and intentionally designed indoor and outdoor learning spaces that foster independence, openness, and active experiences—a reflection of our open, inclusive, and vibrant community.

THE NFA GRADUATE

Inspired by the Sisters of Saint Joseph to be a “genuine presence” and a “dear neighbor,” our welcoming community enables students to form relationships and live experiences that leave a lasting impression.

THE NFA MIDDLE SCHOOL TEAM

Maria Cilio

Maria Cilio

Titles: Teacher
George Clark

George Clark

Titles: Teacher
Shannon Craige

Shannon Craige

Titles: Director of Curriculum and Innovation
Maureen Fichner

Maureen Fichner

Titles: Receptionist
Kelly Guller

Kelly Guller

Titles: Teacher/Librarian
Rebecca Hagan

Rebecca Hagan

Titles: Nurse
Kathryn Henry

Kathryn Henry

Titles: Principal
Kendall Ireland

Kendall Ireland

Titles: School Counselor
S. Marjorie Keenan

S. Marjorie Keenan

Titles: Receptionist
Patricia Kenney

Patricia Kenney

Titles: Classroom Assistant, Receptionist
Janet Kershner

Janet Kershner

Titles: Teacher, Piano Instructor, Piano Instructor
Ryan Killeen

Ryan Killeen

Titles: President
Martin McCann

Martin McCann

Titles: Director of Technology
Margaret Miller

Margaret Miller

Titles: Teacher, Assistant Director of Athletics
Allyn Monteiro

Allyn Monteiro

Titles: Director of Mission and Formation, Coach
Anne Porter

Anne Porter

Titles: Teacher/Coach, Coach
Judy Riviezzo

Judy Riviezzo

Titles: Teacher
James Rockenbach

James Rockenbach

Titles: Athletic Director/Lead Science Teacher grades 5-7/Head Varsity Football coach, Science Teacher
Joseph Rosowski

Joseph Rosowski

Titles: Teacher, Math Coach
Ryan Saul

Ryan Saul

Titles: Teacher
Megan Stotz

Megan Stotz

Titles: Technology Integration Specialist/ Media Studies Teacher
Stephen Wood

Stephen Wood

Titles: Teacher
Beth Wrobel

Beth Wrobel

Titles: Middle School English Language Arts Teacher