A Thoughtful Conversation about Religion
February 10, 2017
A panel of three clergymen spoke openly about their own spiritual questions and beliefs, the misconceptions about their faiths and the trends they see in the decade ahead for their religions.
Read MoreA Conversation About Religion on February 7
January 30, 2017
Religious leaders from the Muslim, Christian and Jewish faiths will be discussing current issues, their spiritual communities and paths toward peaceful resolution of conflicts in today’s world.
Read MoreMLK Day at AFS a ‘Magnificent Expression of Community and Spirit’
January 16, 2017
Head of School Rich Nourie described a "quiet but powerful energy" that was felt throughout the campus as 600 people volunteered for service projects to help those in need.
Read MoreAFS Outside Committee Considers Next Projects
December 19, 2016
A focus on environmental sustainability at AFS may be the next initiative ahead. About a dozen faculty members and administrators held a brainstorming session.
Read MoreStudents Lead a Memorable ‘Many Voices Day’
December 5, 2016
Afterward, one student wrote, “This was a great day because I felt so safe expressing who I am. I leave this day with no regrets, but hope that this will continue into the future.”
Read MoreLive Theater, Up Close
November 17, 2016
At the Upper School fall play “Sense and Sensibility,” the audience was seated on the stage. Two of the lead actresses, Saria Rosenhaj and Nicole Morris, write about how that affected their performances.
Read MoreA Reflection on Our Community’s Response on the Day After the Election
November 9, 2016
Head of School Rich Nourie shares some thoughts about the day, about the AFS community and how we have guided and supported all our students, regardless of political affiliation.
Read MoreReflections On Our Responsibility As A Friends School In This Election Season
October 19, 2016
Our response to the election season is to be a Friends school inspired in its educational vision, its power to ground, to grow and to empower students.
Read MoreWhat Field Day Means to a Teacher Who Once Competed in the Games as a Student
October 16, 2016
Upper School Math Teacher Angie Adams ’09 describes what Field Day means to her from the double perspective of current faculty member and former student at the all-school event.
Read MoreOur Diversity Initiatives Shine at National Conference
October 9, 2016
At the third annual Future of Diversity Symposium in Washington, a recent AFS graduate describes the importance of the multi-layered equity and inclusion initiatives at AFS.
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