At United Friends School, middle school isn’t just about preparing for high school, it’s about becoming the kind of person who’s ready to lead with compassion, curiosity, and courage. From 6th through 8th grade, students at UFS grow in a community shaped by Quaker testimonies: Simplicity, Peace & Social Justice, Integrity, Community, Equality, and Stewardship. These aren’t abstract ideals. They’re woven into everyday life, helping students develop their minds, bodies, and spi

Music is more than a subject, it’s a language that helps children make sense of themselves and the world around them. At its best, music education creates space for self-expression, empathy, collaboration, and deep listening. One school that embodies this approach is United Friends School (UFS), a Quaker school in Pennsylvania where music is thoughtfully woven into the fabric of student life. At UFS, music isn’t just about singing and playing instruments. It’s a journey roote

As the school year winds down, we find ourselves reflecting, not just on what our students have accomplished, but on how they’ve grown in ways that can’t always be captured on paper. Often, it’s the quiet moments - the ones rooted in connection, perseverance, or newfound confidence - that reveal just how much a child has grown. It’s in the way a child begins to trust their voice. The way a friendship deepens after a disagreement. The way a student keeps trying, even when some