Mr. Faus' Blog

One of my favorite activities each year is surprising classrooms as their mystery reader. The students’ faces light up with excitement, and I must admit, I feel a bit like a celebrity! They are so eager to share their ideas, and once we settle on the carpet, they become attentive listeners—a testament to the respectful habits their teachers have instilled. Their curiosity shines through in the thoughtful and sometimes brilliant questions they ask, and by the end, they often clamor to be near me for a group photo.

As I step into my sixth year at TBS, I’m struck by how quickly time moves. The Kindergarteners I first met are now confident fifth graders. I still receive high fives and first bumps, but there’s a gentle shift in their excitement—a reminder of how fleeting childhood is and how precious each moment spent on campus truly is. Every day is an opportunity for our teachers  to inspire, to challenge, and to leave a positive, lasting mark on these young lives. That is the privilege of our work and the joy of being part of this remarkable community.