Three distinguished faculty members retired in June: Judy Anderson ’66, Larry Carter, and Bob Rosen. Together they represent 134 years of combined service to generations of students. They were honored in May at a Faculty Emeritus Ceremony in the Meetinghouse, a longstanding tradition at Friends. If any one of these educators made an impact on you or your family, consider honoring their service through a named endowment for financial aid. Scroll down to learn more.
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 the beloved teacher who taught Middle School math and science from 1979 to 2024. Click here to see a short video introducing the Fund. The aim is to provide financial aid to students of African American and Latin-American descent. To make a gift click here.
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 Jane co-taught in Lower School for 29 years. Their notable partnership was praised in a special commendation from the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, Richard W. Riley in 1997. Judy holds the honor of serving as the longest-tenured faculty member in the School’s history, having taught for 52 years from 1972 to 2024. To make a gift click here.
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. Bob encourages those who wish to honor his service to make a gift to the Donald Bender Memorial Fund, which provides financial aid.
The Fund was established in 1986 in memory of Donald Bender, a member of the Music Department. Bob credits Donald with establishing the first instrumental music program at Friends in 1975. Bob reflects, “Donald modeled classroom instruction for Grades 5 to 12, which exists to this day with introductory classes followed by ensemble experience in Middle and Upper School. The small orchestra known as the Chamber Players was named by Donald.” To make a gift click here.
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