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Germantown Friends School

explore our CAMPUS

What's cool about our campus is that it's spread out over seven acres in Philadelphia's historic neighborhood of Germantown. The buildings are an eclectic mix of old and new, a unique look and feel more consistent with a college campus. With three gyms, three auditoriums, a student center, numerous open, green spaces and nine classroom buildings, it's a place worthy of adoration and exploration. The Meetinghouse, at the center of it all, provides a beautiful and spiritual focal point.

1. Main Building 2. Meetinghouse 3. Sharpless 4. Hargroves 5. Wade Science Center 6. Alumni Building 7. Admissions 8. Living Graveyard 9. Dead Graveyard 10. Loeb Performing Arts Center 11. Smith Gym 12. Cary Building 13. Friends Free Library 14. Field House 15. Scattergood Gym

we have deep roots in this place

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Germantown Friends School

The Pillars of A

Quaker Education

At GFS, students and teachers gather in Meeting for Worship once each week. This is a time for shared, silent contemplation. Anyone who feels moved to speak may rise and do so. It is a simple formula, and can be a remarkably powerful experience.In these days of constant connectivity, the ability and opportunity to sit in silence have special value. Meeting for Worship is a cornerstone of the GFS culture that many come to cherish throughout their lives.

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speak the truth

We strive to deal fairly, equally and honestly with everyone. We aim to do as we say, reflecting our beliefs in our actions. even when it is inconvenient or challenging, we stand by our convictions, striving to lead lives of integrity.

Shine Together

We are all blessed with remarkable gifts. We are equally qualified to seek truth and to hear the voice of God. Every person deserves equal respect. For these reasons, we work against prejudice and discrimination and for equality.

stay connected

"Alone we can do little; together we can do so much."* We know there is strength in cooperation and wisdom to be found when many perspectives come together. We believe in the power of community.*
The words of Helen Keller.

keep it simple

In every way we can, we try to minimize the distractions that can draw our attention from the important things in life. This means not becoming overwhelmed by the busyness of daily routine. It means seeking balance. It means embracing simplicity.

care for all

This planet we inhabit, the talents we've been given, the community of which we are a part- all hold remarkable value. We must be responsible, imaginative and proactive in protecting these gifts and caring for the world and people around us. We must exercise good stewardship.

promote peace

We believe each life is precious and unique. We stand against war and violence and work to eliminate their root causes, including ignorance, racism, hatred and oppression. We are committed to creating peace.

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Collegiate GFS Athletes

David Sneed
David Sneed
Wesleyan University '18

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Olivia Fiechter
Olivia Fiechter
Princeton University '18

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Caroline Myran
Caroline Myran
Smith College '18

Lacrosse

Cece Dye
Cece Dye
Kenyon College '18

Cross Country

Alison Love
Alison Love
Haverford College '18

Cross Country

Greta Meyer
Greta Meyer
Stanford University '19

Lacrosse

Jamil Pines-Elliott
Jamil Pines-Elliott
Elizabethtown College '19

Basketball

Jalil Pines-Elliott
Jalil Pines-Elliott
Elizabethtown College '19

Basketball

Satya Butler
Satya Butler
Bowdoin College '19

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Anand Butler
Anand Butler
Williams College '19

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Brigit Andersson
Brigit Andersson
Temple University '19

Cross Country

Lizzie Becker
Lizzie Becker
Dickinson College '20

Basketball

Sarah Walker
Sarah Walker
Stanford University '20

Track and Field

Andrea Berghella
Andrea Berghella
Brown University '20

Crew

Calvin McCafferty
Calvin McCafferty
Yale University '20

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Olenka Jain
Olenka Jain
Harvard University '19

Crew

Ellie Chalphin
Ellie Chalphin
Wellesley College '19

Lacrosse

Lydia Harvey
Lydia Harvey
Earlham College '19

Soccer- Defense

Schuyler Alig
Schuyler Alig
Skidmore College '19

Basketball- Guard

Sophia Linguiti
Sophia Linguiti
Wesleyan University '19

Soccer- Midfield

Joanna Booth
Joanna Booth
Amherst College '19

Tennis

Sarah Kane
Sarah Kane
Hamilton College '19

Field Hockey & Lacrosse

Hannah Safford
Hannah Safford
Brown University '19

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Ben Caraballo
Ben Caraballo
Brown University '19

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Annie Tyson
Annie Tyson
University of Virginia '19

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Taryn Milbourne
Taryn Milbourne
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Ava Schwemler
Ava Schwemler
University of Vermont '19

Lacrosse

Grayson Melby
Grayson Melby
Stanford University '19

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