Bob Rosen taught music at Friends from 1987 to 2024. He taught instrumental technique, jazz history, and led the legendary jazz ensemble....

In October, students in the Upper School will transition to being cell phone-free while at school. The goal is to increase student...

Studying the process of metamorphosis by monarch butterflies has been part of an integrated Lower School curriculum for more than 30...

A robust endowment, well-invested, is the key financial foundation for any school and, for Friends Seminary, represents a bulwark that...

Friends Seminary is proud to recognize Leana Phipps as the 2024-2025 Teri Hassid Art of Teaching Honoree. Leana has been teaching English...

The shorter days of December are an ideal time of year to experience the Skyspace at sunset. Two sessions will be offered to members of...

Dear Friends, This year’s theme Growing Together Through Silence and Dialogue , will explore two key Quaker practices: Silence and...

Pictured (left to right), Stefan Stawnychy, Harry Enten, Livia ’25, Sebastian ’25 The goal of the History Department is always to build...

In June the School will bid a fond farewell to three long serving members of staff: Bob Rosen (1988-2024), Judy Anderson ‘66 (1972-2024)...

Dear Friends, I hope this newsletter finds you well and that you are enjoying the beginning of Spring! While we are grateful for this...

This month the Alumni Council’s Diversity, Equity and Belonging Committee launched the Larry Carter Legacy Fund. Its purpose is to...

For more than 40 years, the Friends Shelter has provided food, rest and hospitality for up to 14 unhoused adults each evening. Located in...