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Lower Schoolers Greeted by Field Hockey Players!
A few raindrops didn’t stop the smiles this morning!
Field hockey players welcomed lower school students at carline, helped them to class, and joined in playground games before the start of the day.
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All School Meeting for Worship
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A Celebration of Our Alumni Awardees and Coach Tattersall
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Lower Schoolers Greeted by Field Hockey Players!
A few raindrops didn’t stop the smiles this morning!Read More -
Seniors Meet First Grade Buddies!
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2025 Homecoming!
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National Coaches Day
On National Coaches Day, check out this amazing trio of alumnae coaches (Nat Bush ’22, Dani Nathan ’19, and Mariah Aldridge ’21) on the WFS volleyball sidelines! Special thanks to all of our coaches at each level who make a difference in the lives of our student-athletes every day. Go Blue!Read More -
From Observation to Discovery: Fourth Grade Geologists
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Spirit Week Sports Connections Bring Athletes Together Across Divisions
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Matt Meyer ’90 Wins Mid-Atlantic Emmy!
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MS Bonding Day!
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Student-Initiated Exploration!
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6th Grade Car Wash!
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International Dot Day!
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Showcasing Student Creativity Through Music and Performance
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.Read More -
WFS Boys’ Soccer Players Kick Off the Day with Lower School Friends
Read MoreWFS 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. -
Parents of the Class of 2025 Gather for Fellowship and Fun
With their Class of 2025 students off on their next adventures, parents gathered for a happy hour filled with fellowship, fun, and connection.Read More -
Congratulations to Lucas Buckley ’26 and Ella Fontanazza ’26!
Congratulations to WFS seniors Lucas Buckley ’26 and Ella Fontanazza ’26, who were named Commended Students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program!Read More
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