Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2025 who will continue their athletic careers at the next level!
Buzz McGuire ’25: Lacrosse at Immaculata University Silas Montana ’25: Tennis at Sewanee: The University Of The South Ella Morton ’25: Field Hockey at Rowan University Evie Rademaker ’25: Lacrosse and Wrestling at Norwich University Sawyer Rowland ’25: Field Hockey at Williams College Ryan Tattersall ’25: Football at Harvard University Logan Scott ’25: Football at Taft School Conner Verbanas ’25: Swimming at Kenyon College
Fourth graders became geologists this week! Given samples of unknown minerals, they put their observation and problem-solving skills to work by examining properties such as texture, color, and shape—then testing hardness to identify each mineral sample.
For Spirit Week Sports Connections, upper and middle school athletes visited the lower school, introducing students to cross country, field hockey, football, soccer, and volleyball.
Last week, our middle schoolers took part in their annual Bonding Day, though our seventh graders might argue that “Building Day” is a more appropriate name.
At WFS, our early learning program lays the foundation for student-initiated exploration, creative thinking, collaboration, and a learning community rooted in mutual respect and responsibility.
With over 45 clubs and committees, WFS upper school students have endless opportunities to get involved, build leadership skills, and pursue their passions beyond the classroom.
Parents and guardians were treated to student performances by the Upper School Jazz Band and Chamber Singers at yesterday's Back-to-School Night—a glimpse into the many arts opportunities at Wilmington Friends School.
WFS boys’ soccer players welcomed lower school students at carline and helped walk them to their classrooms. They also joined in games on the playground, from soccer to basketball, before the start of classes. From carline to classroom to playground, WFS students of all ages share experiences that foster joy and connection.
Congratulations to WFS seniors Lucas Buckley ’26 and Ella Fontanazza ’26, who were named Commended Students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program!
At Wilmington Friends School, our faculty and student support staff collaborate regularly to ensure that every student experiences a smooth, thoughtful transition into high school. Recently, 9th graders rotated through three workshops:
Advanced/IB Chemistry students in Sarah O’Brien’s class recently crafted their own “stir rods” by cutting glass tubing, sealing one end in a Bunsen burner, and adding their chosen decorations—from pipe cleaners to glitter and beads—before finishing with a sealed closure.
Last week, our 10th- and 11th-grade students had the opportunity to participate in meaningful college guidance activities that reflect Wilmington Friends School’s personalized, student-centered approach to the college process.
Thank you to everyone who attended last night’s Senior Parent Reception, and a special thanks to our Annual Fund Senior Fund Clerks, Margaretta Hershey and Amanda Singleton Hay '95.
Each month during the school year, Wilmington Friends School continues its long-standing tradition of providing home-cooked meals to the Ministry of Caring’s Emmanuel Dining Room.
Statement of Nondiscrimination as to Student Enrollment
Wilmington Friends School admits students of any race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students of these schools. Wilmington Friends School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin in administration of their educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.