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. Quaker schools have a centuries-old reputation for academic excellence. And their unique approach raises […]
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. From this understanding, the Religious Society of […]
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 […]
Wondering what to do with your Eclipse glasses now? ♻️ Pass them on to Latin American children to enjoy the Eclipse in August 2024. Ship before August 1st, 2024 to: Eclipse Glasses USA LLC PO Box 50571 Provo, UT 84605
Olney Friends School was awarded the GAP tourism grant this week. Our project is for a birding event on campus planned in the early fall of 2024. GAP grant funds will be used in developing habitats and building birdhouses, purchasing binoculars for school and public use, as well as marketing the event to the greater […]
Olney Friends School is thrilled to share this peek at our newly finished renovations to the second floor bathroom of the Guindon (boys’) Dorm. This complete update, upgrade, and reconfiguration of the facility includes all new plumbing, private shower and toilet stalls, and modern waterless urinals, and provides improved comfort and hygiene to residents of […]
Tomorrow will be a Day of Prayer in Ohio honoring the people of Ukraine. Ukraine’s flag will also soon fly at the Ohio Statehouse and Governor’s Residence to further show support for those under attack in Ukraine and for Ohio’s Ukrainian population.
1982’s Mr. Olympia Chris Dickerson, 1957 Olney Friends School Alumni, had an article published today about his passing. (Dec. 23, 2021). You can read the NY Times article here – https://www.nytimes.com/…/sports/chris-dickerson-dead.html You can also read more here about all of his many titles, and accomplishments he made as a bodybuilder. https://barbend.com/bodybuilder-chris-dickerson-obituary/
On the 12th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…a glorious comet! That’s right, if you happened to miss Comet NEOWISE during the summer of 2020, Comet C/2021 A1—nicknamed Leonard—is shaping up to be a wonderful follow-up. The much-anticipated comet, which traveled an estimated 35,000 years from outside the solar system, will make […]
Olney Friends School is delighted to announce the next virtual guest in our 2021-2022 Guest Speaker Series.