A Spotlight on the Performing Arts in the Annex
Pictured (left to right) Before , After The renovated Joyce McCray Black Box Theatre creates a new hub for the Performing Arts. The...
Remembering Joyce McCray
The McCray Theatre is named for Joyce McCray, who led Friends Seminary from 1977 to 1989, the first female and non-Quaker to serve as...
A New Cell Phone Policy Introduced in Upper School
In October, students in the Upper School will transition to being cell phone-free while at school. The goal is to increase student...
Grade 3 Students and Butterflies Take Flight
Studying the process of metamorphosis by monarch butterflies has been part of an integrated Lower School curriculum for more than 30...
Students Learn How They Can Help Bring About A World That Ought To Be
Pictured (left to right), Stefan Stawnychy, Harry Enten, Livia ’25, Sebastian ’25 The goal of the History Department is always to build...
A Welcome Letter from Rebecca
Dear Friends, This year’s theme Growing Together Through Silence and Dialogue , will explore two key Quaker practices: Silence and...
A Welcome Letter from Rebecca
Dear Friends, I hope this newsletter finds you well and that you are enjoying the beginning of Spring! While we are grateful for this...
Alumni Honor their Teacher by Opening Doors for Others
This month the Alumni Council’s Diversity, Equity and Belonging Committee launched the Larry Carter Legacy Fund. Its purpose is to...
Looking after New Yorkers in Need
For more than 40 years, the Friends Shelter has provided food, rest and hospitality for up to 14 unhoused adults each evening. Located in...
A Poetic Perspective on Peace
On Thursday, December 14 Native American poet and activist Joy Harjo gave the 2023-24 Peace Week Lecture in the Meetinghouse. A member...
2024 Benefit Features Contemporary Artists from the Friends Community
The Art Auction is part of the annual Benefit, and this year the Benefit’s theme was “Celebrating our Connections,” bringing together...
Interior Refurbishment Planned for 15th Street Annex
The Annex will undergo a full interior refurbishment this summer. When students, faculty and staff return in September there will be new...