Olney Friends School

Understanding the Core Principles of a Quaker Education

Principles of a Quaker Education

As you begin your search for the ideal educational style for your child, you have likely encountered Quaker education, or ‘Friends’ schools, and are curious about what makes it unique, its benefits, and how your child may thrive in this environment.

History of Quaker Education

The story of Quaker education begins with George Fox in 17th-century England. During a time of social and religious upheaval, Fox had a simple yet profound insight: he believed there was “that of God” in every person and that one could find truth through stillness and quiet reflection.

Olney Current Summer 2024 Vol 131 No. 2

Olney Current link

Recently mailed and emailed to hundreds of Olney alumni and friends, this issue of The Olney Current is here. Visit our website to view and/or download the latest issue to read all about current events, at your school and in the lives of your fellow alumni and friends. It’s even better than joining the OFS […]

2024 Commencement Speaker

Rosemary Ketchum

We are excited to announce our 2024 Commencement Speaker. Rosemary Ketchum is a member of the City Council of Wheeling, West Virginia representing Ward 3. She also serves as the Executive Director of the West Virginia Nonprofit Association advocating for nonprofits at the state local level. In her tenure, Rosemary has worked closely on issues […]

186th Commencement Excercises

Olney Friends School invites you to the 186th Commencement Exercises, on Saturday, May 25, 2024, 10:30 AM EST, and the following Alumni activities.   SCHEDULE:   Friday, May 24 4:00-6:00 PM: Alumni Reception in the Music Box. Sign in, greet friends, and enjoy refreshments. 4:00 PM Friday-2:00 PM Saturday: Silent Auction in the Collection Room. […]

The Olney Current – Summer 2022 Vol. 129 No. 2

The Olney Current has arrived!   Recently mailed to hundreds of Olney alumni and friends, this issue of The Olney Current is now available online for you.   Read and/or download the newest current here –   https://www.olneyfriends.org/olney-current/   Donations towards the cost of producing The Olney Current, online or print, are always welcome!   […]

Winter Current Submissions

Please send alumni news updates now for the Winter issue of The Olney Current. We especially want to hear from this year’s reunion classes, those with graduation years ending in 4 or 9!   We need to receive your notes, by mail or email, on or before Wednesday, November 15, 2023 in order to include […]

Sad News for Alumni & Friends

Olney Friends School mourns the passing of a dear friend and community member, Tina Neiswonger, and extends our deepest sympathy to her family. Tina joined the Olney faculty in 2012 as a Business Office Assistant, but through the years became so much more. To recognize her experience and skill in managing the school’s accounts, bookkeeping, […]

Graduation Announcement 2023

Olney Friends School invites you to our 185th Commencement Exercises, Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10:30 AM EDT and associated Alumni activities below:   Friday, May 26 – Alumni Reception: 4:00 – 6:00 PM Friday in the Music Box. Sign in, greet friends, enjoy refreshments.   Silent Auction: held in the Collection Room; bidding opens at […]