WFS Model UN Makes Strong Debut at Garnet Valley Conference, Earns Best Delegate Honors
Last week, the WFS Model UN Club, accompanied by faculty advisor Nick Childers, sent a delegation of six students to the Garnet Valley Model UN Conference. This was their first time participating in the Garnet Valley Model UN Conference, and the Quakers built on their experiences from past conferences.
Jacob Reitemeyer ‘29 won Best Delegate for his contributions to the UN Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee. Along with fellow Friends delegate Marci Pao '28, they led discussions on social media use and regulation, engaged in debate, formed coalitions, and worked toward resolutions.
Nora Abd El Kader ‘27, representing the United States, and Scarlett Murphy ‘27, representing Iran, focused their efforts in the United Nations Environmental Assembly. That committee worked on resolutions related to fossil fuel use, alternative energy, and security.
Model UN conferences typically include a historical crisis committee, where delegates assume the perspective of specific historical figures in major world events. Decker Reitemeyer ‘27 served as Vice President Thomas Jefferson, while Sebastian Pellathy ‘28 took on the role of Secretary of the Navy Benjamin Stoddert, as the key members of President John Adams' cabinet. The crisis committee worked to avoid war with both Britain and France as the XYZ affair unfolded. Both delegates put forth strong resolutions to strengthen the U.S. Navy while avoiding war with either European power.
The Quakers will compete in the Tower Hill Model UN Conference later this spring.
Congratulations to Nora Abd El Kader ’27, Charlie Kurz ’27, Scarlett Murphy ’27, and Nya Parker ’27 for representing WFS at the 2026 Delaware Department of Transportation Bridge Competition held at Polytech High School!
Our 4th graders had a blast taking part in their annual “El Clásico” match as part of their study of Spain! “El Clásico,” which translates to “The Classic,” refers to the legendary rivalry between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, one of the most celebrated matchups in all of sports
Congratulations and bravo to our upper school student musicians who showcased their talents and entertained fellow students, faculty, and staff in last week's Chorale Showcase and Pops Concert!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Home & School Engagement, Inclusion, and Belonging (EIB) Committee’s potluck! It was a wonderful evening filled with delicious dishes from around the world, fun games, and meaningful time together as a community.
Bravo to all of our 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade musicians who performed at our Middle School Spring Instrumental Concert, a part of our Spring Concert Series.
As part of our American History course curriculum, all 10th grade students visited the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. last week.
It was great to have so many grandparents and special friends join us at the lower school on Friday! They enjoyed partaking in classes, learning more about the school, and simply having fun with their student!
Wilmington Friends School students, who will participate in our QUEST Service Trip to Populonia, Italy, in June to work at an archaeological dig site, visited the Penn Museum in preparation for their trip.
Middle school Chinese teacher Jianglin Shi attended the Chinese Language Teachers Association Conference at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston.
Julia Provo ’28 was featured as a Female Vocal Soloist at a recent closing ceremony at the Potomac Youth Fine Arts 2026, performing “Still Waters (Psalm 23)” by Leanna Crawford while representing Calvary Church in Dover, DE. Julia won the competition with her standout performance.
Tyler Williams ’26 competed at the 2026 FIRST Tech Challenge World Championship in Houston, competing among 336 top robotics teams from around the world.
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