State College Friends School

Preschool through 8th Grade    

1900 University Drive, State College PA, 16801                    814-237-8386

                                                                                             school@scfriends.org

School Year Calendars     Preschool      K- 8

2010-2011 Annual Report

Welcome to State College Friends School,

where your child is encouraged to think, question, grow and learn. Founded in 1980 on the Quaker principles of equality, community, simplicity, peace, stewardship and integrity, our mission is to provide an academically vigorous education in a nurturing environment that inspires a love of learning and prepares students to meet challenges with confidence and compassion.

We celebrate diversity and welcome families of

all faiths and perspectives. Our students students are nurtured to grow intellectually, think critically, work collaboratively, and communicate confidently.Please visit us - a warm welcome awaits! Learn more.

State College Friends School Adds Pre-K to Continuum of Quality Education learn more

Preschool Open House - February 18th

9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.  Info: 237-8386

Children at Friends Schoolhouse love to explore their world. Students enjoy many opportunities to learn from their natural environment in the school's discovery room where plants, shells, rocks, and found objects --  including the exoskeleton

of a cicada invite and delight!

State College Friends School has expanded its existing continuum of Kindergarten through eighth grade to include a pre-primary program serving children 3 to 5 years.  Several full time openings are available.  Friends Schoolhouse is located at 611 E. Prospect Ave. (This is the location of Friends Meeting.)

The program is designed to prepare children for formal learning in the primary grades through a unique curriculum drawing from the Reggio Emilia philosophy and other early childhood learning programs. 

Guided by the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, equality, community, and stewardship, the daily program will offer a spiritually rich community environment, designed to be an extension of the rhythms and routines of home, while offering a broad array of opportunities for exploring language, science, math, social skills and developmentally appropriate skills. Call 237-8386 for enrollment information.

IN AND AROUND FRIENDS SCHOOL

"Make new friends but keep the old.  One is silver and the other's gold."

Snow Tires!  Friends School children enjoy outdoor play year round.  Snow soccer, climbing equipment, sand and water play, and plenty of fresh air fuels imaginative, healthy play.

Friends middle school students explore pattern and color with handmade holiday bracelets.

Welcome to our returning and new families.

Mary Ziegler, Director of Admissions prepares to greet students on the first day of school.  Students and staff were happy to be reunited.  After a flurry of excitement in the halls and classrooms, students got right to work, meeting new classmates and establishing goals and guidelines for the year.

Friends Schoolhouse - Now Enrolling

Schoolhouse is open! Director Lynne Bradley, with Teachers Deborah Elliott and Brittney Diesel are busy with the pioneer class of Friends Schoolhouse which opened September 6th. Select openings available.     Call Mary Ziegler, Director of Admissions at             814-237-8386/mziegler@scfriends.org

QUESTIONS ABOUT ENROLLMENT?

Pre-K through 8TH GRADE

Questions enrollment at Friends School?

Call Mary Ziegler for more information:

814-237-8386.

 

Learn More About Our School

Read the current issue of A Friendly Voice
NEWS/ANNOUNCEMENTS & MORE

Vigorous Academics   Enriching Field Trips   Inclusive Culture

MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE   Tuesday, January 31st 6:00

State College Friends School 1900 University Drive

Directions: click here

Learn more about our vigorous academic program, and the social, emotional, and spiritual benefits of a Friends education in the adolescent years.  Hear from Teachers and parents.  See student work.  Call Admissions Director, Mary Ziegler for details: 237-8386.

Directions: click here

Winter Play Day/Open House    

Preschool & K through 8th

Saturday, February 18th from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Winter Play Day for children and tours for parents: 

Children ages 3-7 can enjoy supervised play at State College Friends School 1900 University Drive while parents tour the school and speak with admissions staff.

Parents of preschoolers ages 3-5, interested in enrollment are invited to visit Friends Schoolhouse at 611 East Prospect Ave. on Saturday, February 18th from 9:30 to 11:30 for a look at the school and to meet Preschool Director Lynne Bradley. Direct questions prior to Open House to Admissions Director, Mary Ziegler:

237-8386.

Directions: click here

THE 2010-2011 ANNUAL REPORT

Click here to download pdf

2011-2012 ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN UNDERWAY

As is the case in most independent schools, tuition alone does not cover the cost of educating our students.  While we bridge some of this gap with auxilliary programs and fundraising events such as the SPICES Gala and the Fun Fair, we rely on the generous Annual Fund contributions of parents, alumni, staff, and friends to enhance our school curriculum and provide support for special projects.   Please consider a gift to the State College Friends School. Contact Lori Pacchioli, Director of Development for details. lorip@scfriends.org

 

READING BUDDIES

Friends School curriculum is complemented by a community of volunteers.  Here, a Foxdale Village resident reads to a first grader.  Parents, Foxdale residents and students from Penn State can often be found working with students and building mutually satisfying relationships.

 

STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL PEACE CHOIR

The SCFS Peace Choir joined in friendship and song with the Foxdale Chorus December 2nd at the Foxdale Village Auditorium.  The Peace Choir also participated in the Toys For Tots Breakfast with Santa December 10th.  The breakfast was sponsored by the Ramada Inn, where choir members enjoyed a pool party after the singing!

 

EITC NEWS - Recent Contributors

First National Bank and UHS of Pennsylvania have made contributions to State College Friends School through the Pennsylvania-sponsored tax credit program EITC. 

The Educational Income Tax Credit program allows qualified businesses to receive credits by making contributions to approved educational programs.

Additional contributors this year:

Northwest Savings Bank

State College Friends School is an approved scholarship organization.  For more information on how your company can support quality education right here in Centre County, contact Lori Pacchioli, Director of Development: lorip@scfriends.org.

EASY MONEY FOR FRIENDS SCHOOL

Grocery cards are an easy way to help SCFS earn money for special programs and activities.  It's simple.  Just purchase Weis/Giant gift cards before you do your grocery shopping.  Friends School receives a percentage of the overall sale.  You pay nothing extra!  It's like free money for the school.  You may also designate State College Friends School as the recipient of grocery store bonus programs which also means free money.  See Diane at the front desk for details.

DID YOU MISS OUR K-8 OR PRE-K OPEN HOUSE?

Contact Mary Ziegler for a tour and more info mziegler@scfriends.org

 

ALUMNI NEWS

ALUMNI MIDDLE SCHOOL INVITATIONAL

Are you a Friends School alum now in 6th - 9th grade?  Join our current middle school students for a social February 18th.  More info:lorip@scfriends.org

DID YOU ATTEND STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL?

Drop us a note to tell us where you are, what you've been doing and how your experience at SCFS has influenced your choices in education, career, and life.  We'd enjoy hearing from you. Email: lorip@scfriends.org

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