October 11, 2026

Long weekends are one of those simple joys in life that make such a massive difference. As we take an extra day off tomorrow to observe Indigenous Peoples' Day, we hope that everyone is able to soak in some additional family time, adventure seeking, or well-deserved rest.
However you choose to spend the day, enjoy it; and remember to be grateful for all the little things (and little humans☺️) in our lives! 

We better see you this Wednesday!!
This is an awesome deal that's only available through our fundraiser, so make sure you come dressed in your best Halloween apparel, mention FSW when you buy your tickets, and enjoy a spooktacular time with Friends! 

Looking back on this week, it’s the conversations that have stayed with me. Stephanie and Jenny K. shared about their experience at the Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Alabama. Another teacher shared the wonderful news that they are three years cancer-free. Our Board met with renewed energy to talk about the future of the school, and our Parents Association discussed ways to bring families together, raise funds, and serve our neighbors. There was a lot to take in, and I’ve found myself thinking about each of these moments since.

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Ticket sales are live! Act now for early bird pricing.
This is an event that you won't want to miss!

Earlier this week, the team from Sylvan Learning tutoring services dropped off a cake to celebrate Friends School being named the October School of the Month!

As school of the month, our families will enjoy:

✅ A FREE STEM camp at Sylvan

✅ A free Sylvan Insight Assessment Certificate & a FREE hour of tutoring

✅ A FREE Sylvan swag bag for attendees

✅ Continued support for Friends School school events

This is quite an exciting honor, so don't hesitate to act on these special offerings! 

Come one, come all to a favorite FSW tradition, the Book Character Parade! 

On Wednesday, October 28th, all students get to come to school dressed as their most beloved book character, and you can witness the creativity as we proudly gallivant our costumes through campus. 

The parade will start at 8:30 AM. 
In order to prevent traffic through the parade route, Camellia Gate will close at 8:15 AM. 

Parents coming on campus to watch the parade are advised to enter and exit through the Peiffer Gate, and park on the soccer field. 

Later that afternoon, is Fall Festival!
Parent volunteers are essential for making Fall Festival a success, so follow the link below if you want to sign up.

Please note: We kindly ask that parents refrain from attending Fall Fest unless they are volunteering with a station. 

Ballet Wilmington’s Ballet Club

Our Stepping Stones class has been working hard learning French vocabulary, classical ballet positions, and fundamental skills at the barre! Students are also practicing skips, jumps, and scarf dances—developing musicality, artistry, and self-expression while having so much fun!

We're always looking for volunteers to help with our monthly dinner shifts at Good ShepherdCenter! Follow the link HERE to sign up for any of the upcoming shifts, now through February!
We serve on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 4:30-7:00 PM at 811 Martin Street.
Come lend a hand and be part of this meaningful community effort!