Wilmington Friends School offers an unsurpassed academic program, and just as important, it is a great place to grow up.
There is no “typical” Friends School student or family. We recognize diversity of thought, identity, and experience as essential to both academic excellence and the character of our community.
Our teachers know our students. They provide individual attention and are deeply invested in students’ growth and success. Because they are known as individuals, students are able to discover and develop the best in themselves. Because they are valued and held to high standards as members of a community, students are motivated to contribute and to lead.
For parents, Friends is a great place to join with other families who share a commitment to education that inspires the best in each student while fostering an active responsibility to the good of all.
School News
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"The Thing in the Gym" Annual Holiday Celebration at Friends
The whole school, preschool through 12th grade, gathered together in the West Gym to celebrate the holidays at the annual "Thing in the Gym." Musicians from every grade level along with our faculty and staff choir shared their talents with music representing many different cultures and holidays. There was even a surprise visit from Santa and Buddy the Elf!Read More
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PreK/K and 1st/2nd Grade Concerts
Lower school students sang their hearts out at this week's pre-kindergarten/kindergarten and first/second grade concerts!Read More
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Middle School Choir Visits The Country House
Read MoreMembers of the WFS middle school choir visited The Country House yesterday to bring holiday cheer to residents!
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Middle School Band Concert
Read MoreCongratulations to our middle school musicians on a wonderful band performance! Photos courtesy of WFS Yearbook.
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Mrs. Willie's Book Release!
Thank you to all who joined us to celebrate the release of Mrs. Willie's book, Liberian Rice Bread!Read More
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Middle School Choir Concert
Read MoreCongratulations to our middle school musicians on a wonderful choir performance last week! Photos courtesy of WFS Yearbook.
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3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Concert
Read MoreOur 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students put on a wonderful concert last night! Photos courtesy of WFS Yearbook.
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Upper School Chemistry Students Design Holiday Ornaments
Upper school students got in the holiday spirit this week, using chemistry concepts to make ornaments!Read More
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Preschoolers Meet Members of New Castle County's Mounted Patrol Unit
Read MorePreschoolers loved meeting members of New Castle County's Mounted Patrol Unit!
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Upper School Choral Concert
Read MoreCongratulations to our student musicians for a wonderful performance at last night's upper school choral concert!
Photos courtesy of WFS Yearbook.
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Upper School Spanish 2 Students Debate
As upper school Spanish 2 students learn to communicate about vacations and celebrations this unit, they debated which is better: summer or winter vacations?Read More
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Quaker Cares Committee Helps Upper School Students Prepare for Midterms
The Quaker Cares Committee has been hard at work creating a calm and supportive environment for upper school students as they enter midterms!Read More
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WFS Community Members Attend NAIS Student Diversity Leadership Conference and People of Color Conference
Read MoreUpper school students and WFS faculty/staff attended two concurrent National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) conferences in Denver, Colorado.
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Upper School Instrumental Concert
Congratulations to our student musicians for a wonderful performance at last night's upper school instrumental concert! Photos courtesy of WFS Yearbook.Read More
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IB Music and Visual Arts Students Take on NYC
Read MoreIB music and visual art students spent a wonderful day in New York City recently.
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WFS 5th Graders Explore Washington, D.C.
Read MoreWFS fifth graders had quite the adventure as they took on Washington, D.C. for two days!
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Quaker Cares Committee Leads Discussions on Gratitude
The Quaker Cares Committee recently visited lower school classrooms to lead discussions on the theme of gratitude as we approach the holiday season.Read More
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8th Grade Students Visit East Side Charter Apex Program for Workshop
8th Grade U.S. history students traveled to the East Side Charter Apex Program for a workshop on public speaking and human rights law.Read More
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Sixth Grade Pie Bake!
A beloved holiday tradition at WFS is our sixth grade pie bake for Wilmington's Sunday Breakfast Mission. Students lovingly peel, slice, prepare, box, and finally deliver more than 30 apple pies for those in our greater community.Read More
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World Languages Department Attends American Council on Teacher of Foreign Languages Conference
Read MoreThe WFS World Languages Department is currently attending the national ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) conference in Philadelphia.
WFS Education and Parenting Blog
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Make the Most of an Admissions Open House
Read MoreWhen researching private schools, attending an admissions open house event is a great opportunity for your family to tour campuses and see where your child could spend their days.And while facilities conducive to learning and state-of-the-art resources are important, families should also look beyond the physical environment. A school’s true strength lies in its culture and academic program.
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The Gift of Education
Read Morefrom “Reading, Writing and Ciphering”to Broadened Perspectivesof Social Justice and Quaker Values
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Middle School Faculty Pursue Professional Development Opportunities
Several middle school teachers and administrators recently had exciting professional development opportunities!Read More
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Middle School Students Take the Lead on Conferences
Read MoreIn January, WFS middle school students take the reins and lead portfolio-led conferences with parents/guardians and advisors. This approach not only fosters a sense of accountability for the students but also strengthens the partnership between parents/guardians, students, and advisors. The two main objectives of these conferences are:
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Helping Students Navigate the Digital Landscape with TSI
The digital landscape plays an essential role in the lives of students and adults, and at Wilmington Friends School, we want to equip our students, families, faculty, and staff with the necessary tools to ensure that they make positive and safe decisions online every day.Read More
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Key Take-Aways from Our Networking Panel
Wilmington Friends kicked off the 275th Webinar Series on Thursday, November 9, with "How Networking Enhances Your Brand," featuring Andy McEnroe '04, Managing Director for Raymond James; Monterry Luckey, Deputy Director of the Delaware Workforce Development Board; and Lynne M. Williams, Executive Director of Great Careers Group & BENG; and moderated by Connor Dalton ’08.Read More
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Fostering Independence in Your Elementary-School-Aged Child
Read MoreAs children move from early childhood into elementary school, helping them through challenges and opportunities might feel more complicated.
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Why Should Kids Learn to Code? A Delaware School's perspective
Read MoreAs organizations continue to rely on ever-changing technology, computer science has become increasingly more popular in high school and college curricula.
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Mindful Studying Tips From a Delaware School Counselor
Meditation and breathing exercises can’t tackle your to do list, but they can help you calm down and center you to start again.Read More
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The Power of Networking in Delaware and Beyond
Networking is one of the most important ways to discover the jobs that are most worthwhile pursuing and learn from others in your field.Read More
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8 Tips for Teaching Your Kids How to Resolve Conflict
“It’s mine!” “No, it’s mine!” Your blood pressure starts rising as you hear your kids yelling at each other in the other room.Read More
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Choosing a Middle School in Delaware
Read MoreDeciding to invest in a private school education for your rising middle schooler can feel like an onerous process.
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Getting the Most Out of School Athletics Programs
Whether as a participant or a fan, when we think of our experiences with athletics growing up, big moments come to mind.Read More
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How to Get Back Into Community Service in Delaware and Beyond
Read MoreMany of us are interested in volunteering, but with the demands on our time and attention these days, community service can easily be placed on the back burner.
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Summer Math Fun for Elementary School Students
Click Here for Summer Math Fun!Read More
Summertime provides a great opportunity to positively impact your child’s math journey.
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The 4 Essential Outcomes of Quaker Education
90% of the students who attend Wilmington Friends are non-Quakers.Read More
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Top Tips for Transitioning Your Little Ones Back to School
As school supply lists are distributed and classroom teachers announced, many parents and guardians are beginning to think about the new school year.Read More
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What in the World is IB? A Quick Guide from a Delaware IB School
Read MoreMany of us know of Advanced Placement or “AP” courses in high schools, and often see “AP” grouped with “IB” in references to more challenging coursework.
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Your Child's Middle School Success: Tips for Parents and Guardians
Read MoreAs your student enters adolescence, you may be wondering how your role in their academic life should evolve.
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Your Role in Your High School Student's College Application Process
Read MoreIf your child is pursuing higher education, at some point you might feel compelled to step into, and perhaps even manage, their college application process.
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Alumni Spotlights
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Madeline Rowland ’23
Read More“My experience at Wilmington Friends School taught me the importance of time management, resilience, and community. Academically, the rigorous curriculum helped me develop my critical thinking skills, intellectual curiosity, and the habits to handle complex material, all of which have equipped me with the tools to excel at Williams.”
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Philip Montigney ’07
“I always mention Wilmington Friends as having an incredible influence in my life as preparation not only for college but well beyond. Acceptance and curiosity in understanding sound simple enough, but as I get older, I realize the world would benefit greatly if more people were taught those lessons at a young age.”Read More
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Zach Williams ’02
“There’s no need to be modest about your ambitions or your hopes. If there is something that you want to do or something that you want to see happen in the world, move toward it one little step at a time, and you can be a part of how things change.”Read More
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Josh Galperin ’00
On the latest episode of the Quaker Matters Podcast, hosted by Piper Roskovensky ’26, Josh Galperin ’00 discusses what it’s like to work in environmental law, what he enjoys most about teaching law, and shares advice to students who are interested in pursuing a career in law.Read More
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Sarah Schenck Maheshwari ’91
Sarah Schenck Maheshwari ’91 joined the Quaker Matters Podcast.Read More
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A Family’s Ties to WFS Since the 18th Century
When Kaylea Ann Donaghy, age 3, walked into Wilmington Friends Lower School in January, 2021, she was not aware that she may well be the ninth generation and 38th member of her family to attend or be involved with the oldest school in Delaware.Read More
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Chris Loeffler ’00
Chris Loeffler ’00 currently serves as the Interim Head of Lower School.Read More
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John Bonifaz ’84
Voices of Friends: John Bonifaz ’84, Co-Founder and President at Free Speech For PeopleRead More
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Ethan Cooperson ’87
Voices of Friends: Ethan Cooperson ’87 is a Senior Researcher at Stats Perform.Read More
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Meryl Gatti ’15
Meryl Gatti ’15 currently serves as an Entity Management Product Trainer for CSC.Read More
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Dr. Omar Khan ’90
Voices of Friends: Enterprise Chief Scientific Officer and Vice President of Research Administration and Scientific Affairs for ChristianaCare, Dr. Omar Khan ’90.Read More
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Wilmington Friends School admits students of any race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students of these schools. Wilmington Friends School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin in administration of their educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.
