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Exploring the Building Blocks of Life in Advanced IB Biology
Higher Level International Baccalaureate Biology students used molecular kits to synthesize amino acids.
After this, they modeled a condensation reaction to produce a dipeptide — bringing abstract biochemical processes to life through hands-on exploration.
At WFS, IB Biology HL is a two-year sequence that takes a deep molecular approach to understanding life — from cell structure and energetics to genetics, evolution, ecology, and physiology. Across both years, students move beyond content knowledge, engaging in labs that require them to design, carry out, and interpret their own experiments while strengthening the technical writing and analytical skills expected in advanced scientific study. This inquiry-driven program prepares students to access, evaluate, and use scientific research confidently as they build an integrated understanding of the living world.
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Early Years Fall Fest
Early years students enjoyed a fantastic Fall Festival in the lower school outdoor classroom today — planned with so much creativity and care by their teachers!Read More -
Exploring the Building Blocks of Life in Advanced IB Biology
Read MoreHigher Level International Baccalaureate Biology students used molecular kits to synthesize amino acids. -
Inspiring the Next Generation: Rep. Sarah McBride Meets with WFS 8th Graders
WFS 8th graders had the incredible opportunity to meet virtually with Congresswoman Sarah McBride, Delaware’s at-large representative and a lifelong resident dedicated to public service.Read More -
Raphael Dagold’s Poems Published in Hungarian Translation
Four poems by WFS upper school English teacher Raphael Dagold were recently published in Hungarian translation in an online literary journal.Read More -
Informal Concert
Read MoreCongratulations to our community members who shared their talents at this week's Informal Concert! This concert is designed to showcase the talent of our students, parents, and faculty in an informal, yet serious, chamber concert or recital format. -
Senior Notecard Writing
Read MoreThe Class of 2026 gathered to write uplifting messages for the Class of 2025, who are now spread across the country, from Delaware to California. -
Uncovering the Science of Autumn: 8th Graders Explore Why Leaves Change Color
In 8th-grade Life Science, students explored the guiding question: Why do leaves change color in the fall?Read More -
Celebrating Tradition: Stone Davis ’26 Receives the Kangaroo Robe
This year marked the 11th awarding of the Kangaroo Robe for the upper school musical.Read More -
Community, Connection, and The Lorax: A Joyful Movie Night at WFS
WFS families gathered on Friday evening for the Home & School Engagement, Inclusion and Belonging Movie Night — complete with pajamas, blankets, popcorn, chicken fingers, snacks, and a full candy “salad bar” as we transformed the space into the colorful world of The Lorax.Read More -
Shrek the Musical!
Read MoreBravo to the cast and crew for an unforgettable performance of Shrek the Musical! Their talent, teamwork, and sheer joy lit up the stage. -
From Tasmania to Wilmington: Austin and Vega Dive into WFS Life
This morning, Nick Heckles ’28, Kylie Poole ’28, Head of School Ken Aldridge, Samantha Poole, and Matt Heckles gathered for an appreciation and reflection breakfast with Austin and Vega, our exchange students from The Friends’ School Hobart in Tasmania, Australia.Read More -
8th Graders Visit Philadelphia
8th graders spent the day in Philadelphia as they prepared to begin their American Revolution unit.Read More -
Storytime Surprise: Ken Aldridge Joins the Preschool Roos
Our preschool Roos loved having Head of School Ken Aldridge visit and share a story with them!Read More -
WFS Director of College Guidance Kathleen Martin Visits Guilford College
Read MoreWFS Director of College Guidance Kathleen Martin recently joined 11 other guidance counselors from Quaker-affiliated independent schools across the East Coast for a two-day visit to Guilford College, the only Quaker-founded college in the Southeast. -
7th Graders Travel to Washington, D.C.
7th graders spent the day in Washington, D.C., connecting classroom learning to real-world history.Read More -
Connecting Food, Culture, and Language!
French 5 students explored the connections between food, culture, and language — and what better way to do that than through dessert? This week, they made a délicieuse sauce au chocolat in class. Miam!Read More -
Model UN Teams Earns Best Small Delegation Award!
Read MoreCongratulations to the Wilmington Friends School Model UN team on earning the Best Small Delegation award at the St. Andrew’s Model UN Conference! -
Sharing Gratitude Across Divisions
Read MoreMiddle and upper school students on the Quaker Cares committee visited lower school classrooms to lead a special read-aloud on the theme of gratitude. -
WFS Singers Participate in the Festival for Treble Voices
Nine WFS singers recently participated in the Festival for Treble Voices, sponsored by the Delaware ACDA (American Choral Directors Association)!Read More -
Field Hockey Captures State Championship!
Read MoreThe Wilmington Friends School field hockey team captured the Division II State Championship on Friday evening, defeating Newark Charter 2–0!
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