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Volunteer Spotlight: Class of 2024 Gift Committee

 

 

This year, the senior class gift effort was nothing short
of remarkable, thanks to the leadership of Hoopes Wampler P’22, ’24 and Elaine Lander P’23, ’24. Together, they spearheaded a dedicated committee of 10 senior class families, including alumni parents, Martha Eisenberg ’85, P’22, ’24, and Tiffany Jackson-Williams ’99, P’24.

The committee’s strategic decision to invest their collective giving in the endowment to support future students resonated deeply with students and families. They achieved an impressive 76% participation rate among the parent body—the highest at any grade level this year. Additionally, 25% of grandparents of the class of 2024 contributed, and students joined in, making this a multi-generational family effort.

A significant boost came from a generous matching gift from committee members Dan Raider and Carolyn Cannusio P’24, ’32, which unintentionally inspired 12th-grade students to join the effort. Encouragement from Adelle Wampler ’24 and Manzy Wing ’24 secured participation from 33% of the senior class in less than a week, growing the endowment effort to over $56,000.

This outstanding achievement exemplifies the power of community and collective effort. Heartfelt thanks to the entire senior class gift committee for their unwavering commitment and inspiring success. The class raised $122,000 to support Friends Select, with over $56,000 starting the Class of 2024 Endowed Scholarship Fund. 
 

 
Sat, 30 Nov 2024

Michael Gary Speaks: Fall 2024

By working together, we can provide future generations with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024

Integrating Green Spaces into Our Educational Curriculum

Philadelphia’s diverse green spaces are thoughtfully woven into programming at Friends Select School, providing students with hands-on learning experiences that leverage the natural environment for educational enrichment.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024

Making Major Strides as We Advance Friends Select

As the school looks to a future that includes continued increases in enrollment and
plans for a monumental transformation of the Parkway Building’s back lot, updates to Advance Friends Select ensure the school remains at the forefront of educational and institutional excellence.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024

Above Board: Lessons in Stewardship

With the feedback and support of the Sustainability committee and the administration, Friends Select's board of trustees enthusiastically and wholeheartedly approved the addition of Environmental Sustainability as the fifth pillar to Advance Friends Select this year. 

Mon, 18 Nov 2024

FSS Community Pantry: Serving Our Neighbors in the City

Friends Select School marked a significant milestone this year with the official launch of the FSS Community Pantry during the Family Association’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event.

Mon, 18 Nov 2024

Creating a Gender and Sexuality Curriculum for Lower School

An innovative lower school program is creating a foundation for understanding gender and sexuality for Friends Select’s youngest learners.  

Sun, 17 Nov 2024

Caring for Our Community: In Conversation with Recently Hired Employees

In the past four years, Friends Select has welcomed many remarkable employees who embody the school’s commitment to excellence in teaching and learning and dedication to its students and alumni. 

Sat, 16 Nov 2024

Long-standing PMA Partnership Empowers Students to Study Art More Deeply

A nearly three-decade-long partnership between Friends Select School and the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA) fosters a unique educational experience for ninth-grade students.

Fri, 15 Nov 2024

Deepening the Alumni Experience: Q&A with Martha & Ben

Earlier this year, Martha Eisenberg ’85, P’22, ’24 and Ben Behrend ’12 became co-presidents of Friends Select’s Alumni Association. 

Thu, 14 Nov 2024

Giving Back: The Squires Family

When Fred and Stephanie Squires P’22 enrolled their daughters, Amelia and Madeline, in Friends Select School for kindergarten, they started a thoughtful tradition that was rooted in their family’s values.

 

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