From Whittier to National Advocacy: John Bonifaz ’84 and a Lifelong Commitment to Democratic Justice
WFS archivist and longtime teacher Terry Maguire recently enjoyed tea and conversation with alumnus John Bonifaz ’84—reconnecting over shared history and a lifelong commitment to purpose-driven work.
Even during his time at WFS, including as a writer for The Whittier Miscellany, John was known for his passion for progressive causes. That commitment has shaped an extraordinary career in law and advocacy. Today, he is the co-founder and president of Free Speech For People, a national, nonpartisan organization that challenges big money in politics, confronts corruption in government, defends free and fair elections, and advances political equality and democratic self-government.
To learn more about John and his impactful career, listen to his conversation on the Quaker Matters Podcast by clicking on the link in our bio.
Five Wilmington Friends School eighth-grade students earned regional recognition in the Delaware Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, a highly competitive program that honors the top creative work from students across the State.
The WFS Ethics Bowl team competed in the 14th Annual Delaware Valley Regional High School Ethics Bowl at Villanova University, finishing 11th overall in a competitive field.
6th-grade students visited the Penn Museum to learn about Greek art and culture, supplementing their study of ancient Greece. Students toured galleries and participated in hands-on workshops led by archeology experts.
From powerful live performances to beautiful visual art, PRISM Night showcased the incredible talents of Wilmington Friends School students. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make the night so memorable.
Wilmington Friends School athletes delivered a weekend to remember, as the swim and wrestling programs both turned in standout performances at their respective DISC Championships.
Peace posters from the WFS Class of 2038 were on display as part of the 2026 Visionary Peace Youth Art Exhibition with Pacem in Terris at the Wilmington Library!
Aubrey Ashman ’26, Abigail Thurlow ’26, Easton Martinenza ’27, Emma Furman ’28, Bayan Katirai ’29, and Will Van Druff ’29 spent the weekend in Providence, Rhode Island with chaperones Megan Hegenbarth and Katie Wolf Martinenza ’99 at the Quaker Youth Leadership Conference (QYLC).
Our WFS Chamber Singers joined choirs from Tower Hill, Sanford, and Tatnall for a full day of music-making at the annual Four School Choir collaboration—an experience of learning, rehearsal, and shared artistry.
Our 8th-grade Chinese students recently completed a unit on dining culture and brought their learning to life with a visit to LeShio Restaurant in Wilmington!
The WFS Upper School Student-Run Production is an annual tradition in which students are chosen to create, direct, and produce (and often write) their own vision for the stage.
A huge thank you to our incredible Grounds and Building Services team for their tireless work over the past three days—morning and night—clearing snow and making sure our campus is accessible for members of our community. Your dedication, care, and behind-the-scenes efforts make a real difference!
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