Wilmington Friends School student-athletes delivered an outstanding week of postseason performances, representing the Blue with pride across the DIAA State Championships. From record-breaking swims and podium finishes to historic wrestling milestones, standout track performances, and a hard-fought basketball season, the Quakers once again showcased the talent, resilience, and leadership that define WFS athletics.
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Quakerism Students Explore Prison Reform Through the Legacy of Elizabeth Fry
10th grade Quakerism students explored the role Quakers played in the early prison reform movement in England, focusing on the work of Elizabeth Fry.
As part of their study, students welcomed Lt. Wells from the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution, who spoke about his role supporting individuals during some of the most difficult moments of their lives and the importance of recognizing each person’s humanity—seeking “that of God” in everyone.
Students also met with Tim Terranova (parent of a Friends alumni) and Tom Martin, both facilitators with the Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP), to continue the conversation around dignity, conflict resolution, and restorative approaches to justice.
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Quakerism Students Explore Prison Reform Through the Legacy of Elizabeth Fry
10th grade Quakerism students explored the role Quakers played in the early prison reform movement in England, focusing on the work of Elizabeth Fry.Read More -
WFS Juniors Gain Inside Look at College Admissions Through Case Studies Program
The WFS College Office recently hosted a Case Studies program for juniors and their parents/guardians. Prior to the program, students and families were given three college applications to read.Read More -
3rd Graders Visit Grand Opera House
3rd graders recently visited the Grand Opera House to see a live production of Alice in Wonderland!Read More -
2nd Graders Celebrate "I Love to Read Month" With Mr. Aldridge
Head of School Ken Aldridge visited 2nd graders in February to celebrate "I Love to Read Month," sharing two meaningful stories with students, “The Trouble with Giraffes” and “Strictly No Elephants.”Read More -
Hershey and Maansson Represent WFS at the English-Speaking Union Philadelphia Branch Shakespeare Competition
Bravo to Landis Hershey ’26 (left) and Henrik Maansson ’27 for representing Wilmington Friends School at the 2026 English-Speaking Union Philadelphia Branch Shakespeare Competition!Read More -
Congratulations to our 8th Grade Cast and Crew on Their Performance in This Year’s Musical!
Congratulations to our 8th grade cast and crew on their performance in this year’s musical!Read More -
Quaker Game Night 2026
Thank you for an incredible Quaker Game Night! This year’s event was truly special, and we couldn’t have done it without the amazing WFS community.Read More -
WFS Student Vincent Jackson ’27 Becomes Published Author with Novel, "Within the Darkness"
Congratulations to Vincent Jackson ’27 on becoming a published author with the release of his book "Within the Darkness" (you can find it in the WFS library)!Read More -
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.Read More -
Black History Month Bulletin Board Created by WFS Students
Read MoreMiddle school students had the opportunity to engage with a Black History Month bulletin board created by Sisters of Color members Zoe H. ’30, Maddie W. ’30, and Mia J ’30. -
Henrik Maansson ’27 Selected as Delaware Poetry Out Loud Finalist
Congratulations to Henrik Maansson ’27 on being selected as a finalist in the 2026 Delaware Poetry Out Loud State Finals!Read More -
LS Students say Goodbye to Friends Village
Lower school students shared a heartfelt thank you and goodbye to Friends Village last week, which has been their home throughout the 2025–26 school year during construction.Read More -
Nathan Participates in THON Fundraiser
Reena Robinson ‘22, Alyssa Nathan ‘17 and Jocelyn Nathan ‘23 at Penn State’s fully student run THON fundraiser. Joce participated in a 46-hr no sitting, no sleeping dance marathon that raised over $18.8 million for pediatric cancer research and treatments.Read More -
WFS Students Attend Youth Environmental Summit
Wilmington Friends School students spent the day learning, collaborating, and taking action at this year’s Youth Environmental Summit (YES) in Delaware.Read More -
Celebrating the Year of the Horse
Our campus came alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors as we celebrated the arrival of the Year of the Horse!Read More -
5th Grade Students Attend “Black History Hall of Fame"
5th grade students attended “Black History Hall of Fame,” a performance by the BrightStar Touring Theatre at The Grand Opera House.Read More -
A Message of Service That Still Guides Us From the Honorable Reverend Jesse Jackson
“Excellence is your best bet against the odds. Every generation has a challenge, a challenge to become a greater generation. All of us cannot be famous—but all of us can be great, because all of us can serve.”Read More -
Coco the Kangaroo “Hops” Into Lower School Morning Gathering for Her Next Classroom Adventure
Coco the Kangaroo made another memorable stop on her year-long tour during this week’s Lower School Morning Gathering, when Mr. Aldridge helped her “hop” off to her next classroom adventure.Read More -
Lower School Students Participate in Winter Olympics
Lower school students got into the Winter Olympics spirit this week!Read More
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