Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences

Specialties

The Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences is an independent private school in Montgomery County, Maryland that offers families an innovative preschool through eighth grade academic program grounded in a culture of joy, support and excellence. Students are engaged in a rich curriculum that: balances arts, sciences, technology and outdoor education; presents many opportunities for imagination, exploration and personal growth; and enhances an individualized approach.

History

Established in 1969.

The Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences had its humble beginning in 1969 as the Barnesville Primary School when Bazy Tankersley sought an educational option for her daughter and other preschool children in this upper Montgomery County area. Their classroom was the Arabian Horse Museum, and these first students were surrounded with a beautiful countryside of streams, trees, and farm animals.

While the faces and facilities of the Barnesville School have changed considerably since that beginning in 1969, the culture of the School remains constant. In tune with our peaceful, beautiful setting, we remain committed to providing to our students an environment that is safe, supportive, and nurturing, where each is known and is encouraged to take intellectual risks, become independent and self-​reliant, and enjoy the gifts of childhood.

Meet the Manager

Susanne J.

Manager

At Barnesville, Johnson progressed from Director of Admissions to Director of Institutional Advancement, where she has led successful Annual Fund campaigns, exceeding fundraising goals and increasing participation rates each year. Prior to her employment at Barnesville, Johnson served as a leader in nearly every volunteer capacity at the School, including Board of Trustees Secretary, Annual Fund Chair, Gala Chair, and Chair of the Jaralyn Hough Fund Campaign that raised $ 500,000. She has served as President of LAND (Landscape and Nature Discoveries), which supports environmental education, since its inception in 2006.