Friends juniors prepare for the 2023 Homecoming dance.

'Back to the Future' at Friends School [Brief]

Homecoming 2023 threw students from the '80s to the future, as DJ Ok got everyone on their feet, and even faculty busted a move.

Fans line up for snowballs from a Kona Ice truck during a break in the rain on Scarlet and Grey day.

Scarlet & Grey Day Hits the Quarter Century Mark [Brief]

On a recent rainy Saturday, Park and Friends School sports teams faced off in a series of contests, cheered on by hundreds of soggy fans.

On the final day of Spirit Week, seniors dressed in Friends School colors - scarlet and grey - for the annual Pep Rally.

A Silly, Spirited Week [Brief]

Leading up to Rivalry Day, students dressed up to show their school spirit - and sense of humor.

A senior accesses the Common App landing page for the University of Delaware. As college deadlines approach, the class of 24 is sleepy and stresses.

Seniors Feel College Pressure as Early Deadlines Approach [Brief]

The mood in senior hall is tense, as sleep-starved teens scramble to finish their essays - along with a heavy load of mid-semester schoolwork.

The Morgan State University Marching Band processes down the Friends School driveway, lined with cheering crowds of students, from preschoolers to 12th graders.

In a Year of Tragedy, Morgan Band Concert a Particular Gift [Brief]

Friends students expressed gratitude for the marching band's energetic performance - especially so soon after a shooting on the Morgan State University campus injured five students.

In Orioles fan and 12th grade dean Josh Carlins office, Friends memorabilia and a recent Baltimore Sun front page celebrating the teams winning season have pride of place.

Fans Dress for MLB Success on Friends' 'Orange Thursday' [Brief]

Led this season by an exciting core of young, up-and-coming stars, the Orioles have won back the hearts of many Friends School fans.

Award-winning novelist Jenny Offill visits the 10th grade English class of Rob Traviesso - her own former student.

Upper School Author Visit Brings Reunion [Brief]

Novelist Jenny Offill spent a day on campus meeting with students at the invitation of her own former student - English teacher Rob Travieso.

Senior Maeve Reichert, head of the literary magazine Mock Turtle, talks to potential 9th grade recruits during the 2023 clubs fair.

Highlights From Upper School Clubs Fair [Brief]

Dozens of clubs showed their stuff and courted new members at the high-energy, candy-fueled gathering on the quad.

Seniors line up in the heat to have their final yearbook photos taken.

Seniors Say (Melted) Cheese? [Brief]

This year's senior yearbook portraits fell during a record heat wave.

Lunch & M? Try Lunch & Melting [Brief]

Heat broke records this month at Friends School of Baltimore.

Exciting Comeback for Varsity Volleyball [Brief]

Last week, in a nail-biting first game of the season, the team scored its first win in two years!

Erika Alamo and Chloe' Green

September 8, 2023

Erika Alamo

MIAA Varsity Volleyball kicked off its season last week with a win – the team’s first since 2021.

On Friday, September 1, 2023, MIAA Varsity Volleyball beat Archbishop Curley 3-1.

This was the team’s first conference game of the season – and also their first win since 2021!

During the first set, Friends was down 14-19. But they quickly made a comeback, and kept the score tied until they lost a rally that caused them to drop the first set, losing it 25-27.

But their morale stayed high. That, and some amazing rallies, pushed them to victory in the next three sets!

Throughout the game, the crowd got to see exciting plays from many players. Notable plays of the game included sophomore Jullian Marquez’s impressive spikes, saves from sophomore Asish Chhetri, and serves from junior Mason Cost.

This was a very exciting win for the team, and they are looking to capitalize on their newfound momentum.