Quaker Matters

Nife created Historyclub.exe, a space designed for students who are interested in history to express and explore their interests outside of class. Historyclub.exe is a place where students can explore all types of history and bounce ideas off of one another in a more free and unstructured setting.

Lauren’s project, “Unlock Your Learning,” focused on helping students with different learning challenges gain access to additional resources so that they can more effectively advocate for themselves.

“I think you have to have a knowledge of the Quaker testimonies and the importance of those with being a global citizen because they are important for everyone to know. I think we all as humans strive to follow those types of testimonies, but I think understanding how they play a role in education is really important.” Alex Stan Mellow ’01, who currently serves as a Lead 2nd Grade Teacher at WFS,...

Piper Roskovensky ’26 interviews Alex Harris ’68. Alex, who is currently retired, used to manage and administer public-sector architectural projects. Some examples include: Fort Worden in Port Townsend, Washington, and the Central Library in Seattle, Washington. We are excited to share her journey of working in architecture!

Piper Roskovensky ’26 interviews Josh Galperin ’00. Josh is currently an Assistant Law Professor at Pace University. He studied at the University of Delaware, Yale School of Environment, and Vermont Law School. He has researched and taught environmental law, food and agriculture law and policy, property, constitutional law, and tort law. In their interview, they discussed his journey of teaching l...

“We always tried to follow the idea that the team concept was more important than the individual and that the student came before the player.” Coach Bob Tattersall, longtime athletic director, teacher, and the winningest high school football coach in the State of Delaware, joined the Quaker Matters Podcast. In this episode, Coach T discusses his decision to join the Friends community in 1968, the...

“It’s the hope that all of us, every kid in that room, has the power to be a genius, to be extraordinary, to make a difference no matter where they are.” Rick Grier Reynolds, a longtime WFS teacher and the creator of the Global Peace and Justice course, joined the Quaker Matters Podcast. In this episode, Rick discusses his decision to join the WFS community in 1969, why his trip to Cyprus was life...

Dick Kittle, who has been working at Wilmington Friends School since 1975 in a variety of roles, joined the Quaker Matters Podcast. In this episode, Coach Kittle discusses his decision to work at Friends in 1975, what he enjoyed most about teaching history, coaching his children in lacrosse and football, and why he continues to give his time towards WFS. Enjoy!

275th Webinar Series: Leadership, Teamwork, and Quaker Values from the World of Sports

Sarah Schenck Maheshwari ’91, who currently serves as the Executive Director for ChristianaCare’s Center for Virtual Health, joined the Quaker Matters Podcast. In this episode, Sarah discusses her time as a student here at Wilmington Friends, her decision to enter the medical field after college, the importance of virtual healthcare, and what it’s been like sharing the WFS experience with her four...

Every February, with the support from our diversity committee and librarians, Wilmington Friends lower school students participate in a Black History Month project. Each class and/or grade chooses one important African-American figure to learn about, typically connecting to the class’s interest or the curriculum. After their research, the group creates a display to share about that person with the...

Shirley Padmore Mensah ’87, who currently serves as the Chief Judge at United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, joined the Quaker Matters Podcast. In this episode, Shirley discusses her time as a student here at Wilmington Friends, her decision to become a lawyer, her love of litigation, and why she decided to transition careers and become a magistrate judge. Enjoy!

Chris Loeffler ’00, who serves as our Interim Head of Lower School, joined the Quaker Matters podcast and discussed the following: the importance of LS students having a routine during the school year, numerous ways in which WFS encourages LS students to advocate for themselves, how he supports students and teachers throughout each school day, and his own WFS experience as a student.

Gregg Miller, who has worked at WFS for over three decades and currently serves as our Director of Technology, joined the Quaker Matters podcast and discussed the new technology that has been introduced to WFS during his time, the importance of the 1-to-1 laptop program, and what it’s been like to share the WFS experience with his three children.

Cynthia Stan Mellow, who served as the upper school visual arts teacher for 44 years, joined the Quaker Matters podcast and discussed her love of teaching, her passion for art, and why she dedicated so much of herself to the WFS community.

Lenny, who is from Tasmania, Hobart and attends The Friends' School in Hobart, joined the WFS community for the past two weeks. Throughout his time here, he immersed himself into the school community by taking classes, attending Meeting for Worship, participating in sports, and exploring major U.S. cities with his host family. On this episode, we talk about his favorite class here at WFS, the simi...

Listen to this webinar titled, "How Networking Enhances Your Brand," featuring Andy McEnroe '04, Managing Director for Raymond James; Monterry Luckey, Deputy Director of the Delaware Workforce Development Board; and Lynne M. Williams, Executive Director of the Great Careers Group & BENG.

Ethan Cooperson, who currently works as a Senior Researcher at Stats Perform and Talent Statistician at numerous networks (CBS, TNT, etc.) joined the Quaker Matters Podcast and discusses the impact of attending WFS, how he got his big break into sports, what it's like to work a Super Bowl, and his favorite event that he's covered.

John Bonifaz, who currently serves as the Co-Founder and President at Free Speech For People, joined the Quaker Matters Podcast and discusses the impact of attending WFS, the importance of voting rights, why big money in politics can be problematic, and why he has spent his entire career fighting to reclaim democracy.

Ajala Elmore ’20 joins the podcast to discuss the impact of WFS, advancing to the Division III College World Series, and interning at the Chase Fieldhouse this summer - enjoy!

Craig Lyttleton ’20 joins the podcast to discuss the impact of WFS, starting Susquehanna Blockchain, and balancing his time as a student-athlete - enjoy!

Denzel Dixon ’20 stops by to talk about his growth as a student during his time at WFS, empowering the younger generation, and the content creator space — enjoy!

Adam Ellick ’95 talks about the impact of the Whittier Miscellany and how it ignited his passion for journalism, the constant changes in journalism over the course of his 20-year career, and what it’s like to win an Emmy.

Dr. Omar Khan ’90 shares with us his passion for research and why filling in the missing gaps in medicine is critical, his decision to enter the world of family medicine, and letting his life speak through his actions.

Louisa Terrell ’87 discusses the impact of being a WFS “lifer,” working for President Joe Biden for the past 20 years, and navigating our divided political landscape.