After an extensive search for a new Upper School Biology Teacher, Friends Select School has welcomed Sean Kelch to its faculty. Sean brings over three years of laboratory experience at Perelman School...

The Holiday Sing happens every year, and this year it will take place on Friday, December 19th, at 2 pm in the Race Street Meetinghouse. Families and students are welcome to join the celebration. This...

On Thursday, December 11, the opening reception for Friends Select’s annual Sights on Site art exhibit will take place at the Philadelphia Sketch Club. Numerous student artworks from all three divisions...

On November 25th, the Upper School will have our annual Day of Inclusivity, Community, and Equity (DICE). This year’s theme is the city of Philadelphia, connecting students learning about social justice...

Sea Turtles are extremely important to the world's oceans because they protect coral reefs, provide transportation for species such as barnacles, and their eggs provide nutrients to beaches. Seven species...

Philadelphia is consistently ranked as one of the best cities in America for cyclists. It offers cyclists a mix of scenic, urban, and natural trails, which gives the rider lots of variety and exposure....

Friends Select students go to Starbucks throughout the school week at all different times of the day for tasty drinks. According to the survey filled out by 64 students, more than two-thirds of students...

Recently, a survey of 40 Friends Select students was conducted to find out how students feel about their classes - revealing which subjects they enjoy most and least, which they find hardest or easiest,...

At FSS, a total of 53 students were surveyed to determine which childhood shows and channels were the most popular among students when they were 5-10 years old. The three most popular shows were Wild Kratts,...

Upper School students at FSS shared their music listening habits and preferences in a survey sent out in October, showing how they engage with music. Most of the students listen to music for more than...

What are Friends Selects students' thoughts on all-gender restrooms and multi-stall restrooms? According to a survey of 43 students, 53% of the student body at Friends Select prefer gendered. 53% of Students...