As another school year comes to a close, Friends continues to honor its cherished traditions while embracing new ones. Across all...

After 23 years of stewardship to Friends Seminary—as the longest-serving principal/head of school in the institution’s 239-year history—Robert “Bo” Lauder retires from leading a community that speaks more loudly in its pursuit of justice, dreams more boldly, stands on firmer ground, and reflects a vibrant culture as layered and complex as the world around it.

In Courtney Retzler’s classroom, wisdom grew wings. Released early in gratitude, this feature will appear in our next print issue of...

With deep sadness, we share the passing of our beloved friend, Gordon Hulse, August 10, 1945 - July 3, 2025.

A highlight of 2024-25 for Upper School was the successful renovation of the Annex. Home to Math, Science and the Performing Arts,...