

Alumna Leaves Enduring Impact on the Future of Friends
Former Director of Alumni Relations Katherine Farrell, and Head of School Bo Lauder, visiting Sylvia in 2008. In October, the School...


Calling Art Aficionados, Artists, and Collectors!
The School actively seeks works of art to include in the annual Contemporary Art Auction, an integral part of the Spring Benefit on...


Welcoming Our New Director of Institutional Advancement
Marjorie Jean-Paul joins Friends Seminary from Ethical Culture Fieldston School where she served as the Chief Advancement Officer. She...


Honoring Three Notable Educators on their Retirement
Three distinguished faculty members retired in June: Judy Anderson ’66, Larry Carter, and Bob Rosen . Together they represent 134 years ...


Judy Anderson ’66 and Jane Suntken Fund for Financial Aid
The newly named Judy Anderson ’66 and Jane Suntken Fund for Financial Aid provides financial aid for Lower School students. Judy and...


Larry Carter Legacy Fund for Financial Aid
The Alumni Council's Diversity, Equity and Belonging Committee established the Larry Carter Legacy Fund for Financial Aid in honor of...


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


What Is the Role of Endowment?
A robust endowment, well-invested, is the key financial foundation for any school and, for Friends Seminary, represents a bulwark that...


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


Experience the Skyspace at Sunset
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...


The Transformation of the Annex in 16 Weeks
Spaces for Upper School Math, Science, Engineering, and Performing Arts programming were transformed over the summer when the interior of...


A New Focus on STEM in the Annex
The new university-grade Physics, Chemistry and Biology labs in the Annex are more flexible, functional, and efficient. These labs enable...

