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WFS College Guidance Director Kathleen Martin Visits George Mason University
WFS Director of College Guidance Kathleen Martin was one of 17 counselors invited to experience George Mason University (VA), about 30 minutes from Washington, D.C.
Our two full-time college counselors maintain relationships with admissions leaders across the country. Whether it’s a large research university like George Mason, an HBCU, or a small liberal arts college, we stay abreast of the latest trends to better advocate for our students. From hosting 150 college reps on campus to our Application 101 workshops, we provide individual guidance to every Friends family.
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Identity Fest Showcases Student-Led Activities from Middle School Alliance and Affinity Groups
During Identity Fest, members of the Middle School Alliance and Affinity groups hosted student-created activities to share with their peers. Seven different affinity and alliance groups were represented and hosted activities.Read More -
2026 WFS Golf Outing
Read MoreThank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our 6th Annual WFS Golf Outing at Bidermann Golf Club! -
Martin Represents WFS at College Admissions Conference
Director of College Guidance Kathleen Martin recently represented WFS at the Potomac Chesapeake College Admissions Counseling Annual Conference, which had 400+ attendees.Read More -
WFS Alums Connect in Boston
Read MoreSloan Makoujy ’26 recently connected with Maxwell Brown ’23 and Maddie Miller ’24 while visiting colleges in Boston. -
WFS Baseball Brings Smiles to Naamans Challenger Division Opening Day
Read MoreThe WFS baseball team helped the Naamans Little League Challenger Division kick off its season this past weekend! -
WFS Students Celebrate Earth Day Through Action, Reflection, and Community
Read MoreWFS students celebrated Earth Day last week. Lower school students took part in a plastic-free lunch, while middle school students explored sustainability through thoughtful discussions and activities in their family groups. -
Seniors Celebrate Their Last Day with Annual Noise Parade
After their luncheon in the library, seniors held a noise parade, celebrating their last day of school before heading off to Senior Exploration and IB exams. The day ended with their final school-day Meeting for Worship, a time for gathered silence and reflection.Read More -
Spring Concert Series Continues with Upper School Instrumental Performance in Friends Theater
The Spring Concert Series continued with an outstanding upper school instrumental concert, featuring our Jazz Band and Symphonic Band in the Friends Theater.Read More -
Class of 2026 Kicks Off Senior Traditions with Scroll Signing
The end-of-year senior traditions have begun, with the Class of 2026 signing the Senior Scroll and receiving their WFS laundry bag. This tradition has been a part of the senior class spring for more than 25 years!Read More -
Water Balloon Fun!
Nothing like ending the second-to-last day of your senior year with good old-fashioned water balloon fun among friends!Read More -
Class of 2026 Signing Day
Congratulations to our senior athletes who plan to play at the next level!Read More -
IB and Visual Arts Major Students Showcase Their Works of Art
IB Art and Visual Arts Major students welcomed friends and family to the opening of their exhibition, showcasing works from the portfolios they have developed over the past two years.Read More -
Quakerism Classes Visit Wilmington Monthly Meeting and Centre Friends Meeting
10th-grade Quakerism classes visited two Quaker meeting houses: Wilmington Monthly Meeting and Centre Friends Meeting.Read More -
Spring Concert Series Opens with Beautiful Middle and Upper School Choral Performances
The WFS Spring Concert Series began with a fantastic middle and upper school choral concert on Tuesday evening, featuring performances from our 6th Grade Choir, 7th & 8th Grade Choir, Chorale, and Chamber Singers.Read More -
Exploring the History of Kites in Chinese Class
Read More7th-grade Chinese students explored the history of kites in China before heading outside to practice flying them. With the campus in full spring bloom, flying kites in the beautiful surroundings was refreshing for the students. -
Alana M. ’30 and Charley S. ’30 Selected to Junior All-State Chorus, Join Top Young Vocalists from Across Delaware
Alana M. ’30 and Charley S. ’30 auditioned for Junior All-State Chorus and were selected to participate with 150 other students from around the State.Read More -
Bravo to the Cast and Crew!
Read MoreBravo to the cast and crew of this year’s upper school play, Clue! -
New York Times Bestselling Author Tracey Baptiste Inspires Lower School Students
New York Times bestselling author Tracey Baptiste visited the lower school, spending time with students from Pre-K through 5th grade.Read More -
WFS Class of 2026 IB Diploma Candidates Showcase Their Journey
Read MoreLast night, WFS honored the Class of 2026 International Baccalaureate Diploma candidates during the annual Celebration of Scholarship. -
From Liquid to Thread: Upper School Chemists Bring the “Nylon Rope Trick” to Life
Upper school chemistry students recently brought science to life through the “nylon rope trick,” exploring how one of the world’s first fully synthetic fibers is made.Read More
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