How we teach

Chris Petruzzi is thrilled to be in his twenty-third year with the North Broward Preparatory School. He has served in advancing instructional and administrative roles, including Fine Arts Director, Vice President of Fine Arts (Meritas), and most recently Nord Anglia Education Global Performing Arts Lead.

Chris is grateful each day to contribute towards helping our students ignite their passions and find their purpose.  Similarly, he is thankful to share this joyful work with an exceptionally capable and dedicated team of educators and administrators. 

Chris continually seeks to hone his skills as an educational leader through participation in professional learning such as Harvard Graduate School of Education’s: Certificate in School Management and Leadership Program and Arts and Passion-Driven Learning Institute, the Nueva Design Thinking Institute, and programs at The Juilliard School.

Born in western New York, Chris earned degrees from the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester (B.M.) and the Aaron Copland School of Music, C.U.N.Y. (M.A.). He additionally holds the Florida Educator’s Professional Certificate.

Chris is deeply grateful to share in providing our children an ever-improving academic environment to thrive and develop as individuals.

Tricia's deep connection with NBPS began as she stepped into the role of athletic intern which eventually allowed her to evolve through various roles within the department. Tricia's versatility and commitment have seen her serve as an assistant and head coach in flag football and soccer, where she imparted her profound knowledge of the sports to countless student-athletes. She currently also serves as Head Coach to the NBP Girls Varsity Soccer Team.  

Beyond her coaching prowess, Tricia's role as the sports information director allowed her to showcase her exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Her contributions didn't stop there, as she continued to climb the ranks, eventually taking on the responsibilities of assistant athletic director and, most recently, as an associate athletic director. Each step of her journey has been characterized by her tireless pursuit of excellence.

Throughout her tenure at NBPS, Tricia Amrhein has not only fostered a reputation as a respected coach but has also demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities that extend beyond the athletics program. Her unwavering dedication to both athletics and the NBPS community has shone brightly, illuminating her profound insights into the intricacies of NBPS, our students, parents, coaches, and the dynamics of our athletics programs.

Tricia's commitment to the development of student-athletes goes far beyond the playing field. She understands the importance of character, teamwork, and perseverance in shaping young minds, instilling these values in each athlete she has had the privilege to work with. Her guidance and mentorship continue to impact the lives of countless NBPS students.

Brian joined NBPS in 2020 after more than a decade in college admissions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. He has worked with diverse groups of students from around the world, including student-athletes, artists, entrepreneurs, and academically gifted students at a broad range of colleges and universities.

Brian served as the Director of Admissions Marketing and Recruitment at Emmanuel College in Boston and Director of Admissions at the New York Film Academy, where he oversaw enrollment and evaluation for new and traditional programs. He has also consulted for higher education as a marketing and communications strategist and previously taught economics and finance at an independent high school. 

Brian earned a Bachelor of Arts and, later, a Masters of Business Administration with an Advanced Certificate in sports & entertainment studies from Iona University in New Rochelle, NY. He is a student-centered educator with a passion for partnering with families to facilitate student discovery, create opportunities, and find the best fit in the college selection journey, a process he enjoys making exciting and rewarding for everyone involved.

Brian enjoys spending time on the water and at the beach with his wife Meagan and two children.